3.2 Tad Hargrave on the Art of Strategy, Hospitality and Building a Business That Lasts

### Practical Tip: Building a Lasting Business with Strategy and Hospitality To cultivate a sustainable business, Tad Hargrave emphasizes the importance of defining your business model using his pyramid framework. Here’s an actionable approach to implement this strategy: 1. **Assess Your Strengths**: Reflect on your unique skills and passions. According to Hargrave, a realistic self-assessment is crucial for choosing the right business model (Source 1). 2. **Define Your Offerings**: Create multiple tiers of services that cater to different customer segments. Consider implementing a "pay what you can" model to enhance accessibility and foster community (Source 2). This encourages higher payments from those who can afford it while maintaining ethical considerations. 3. **Engage Clients Through Group Work**: Structure collaborative assignments that reinforce your content and filter out unsuitable clients (Source 3). This not only enhances the client experience but also builds a supportive community around your business. By focusing on these steps, you create a hospitable environment that nurtures lasting relationships and drives growth. What strategies have you found effective in aligning your business model with your values? Let's discuss! --- **Sources:** 1. [Modeling a Conscious Business (Tad Hargrave)](https://mirasee.com/blog/podcasts/modeling-a-conscious-business-tad-hargrave/) — *mirasee.com* (2023-10-11) 2. [Pay What You Can (Tad Hargrave)](https://mirasee.com/blog/podcasts/pay-what-you-can-tad-hargrave/) — *mirasee.com* (2023-01-04) 3. [Hip Course Vibes (Tad Hargrave)](https://mirasee.com/blog/podcasts/hip-course-vibes-tad-hargrave/) — *mirasee.com* (2022-01-31)