Small Business Loan: The More You Try to Do Alone, the Less You Actually Get Done
As entrepreneurs—especially Black entrepreneurs—we often fall into the trap of thinking we have to do everything ourselves to keep control. Spoiler alert: that’s a fast track to burnout and stalled growth. Trying to juggle every task solo in 2025, with AI tools and automation at your fingertips, is like flooring the gas pedal while your car’s stuck on blocks.
Here’s the truth: you don’t know everything, and you can’t do everything. That frustration from hiring people who don’t meet your expectations? It’s real. But it’s also part of the process. Instead of trying to micromanage every detail, leverage technology and delegate strategically so you can focus on what moves the needle—like sales, strategic partnerships, and scaling your brand.
If cash flow is the issue, it’s time to seriously consider a small business loan. In 2025, getting a loan is more streamlined than ever, with online lenders letting you link your business accounts directly for quick approvals, and traditional banks still offering solid options if you prefer face-to-face. But don’t just grab any loan—plan meticulously how you’ll spend it. Think automation software, hiring key team members, or marketing campaigns that actually convert.
Remember, the more you try to do yourself, the less you get done. Grinding 16- to 18-hour days without progress isn’t hustle—it’s a hamster wheel. You know the drill: you set out to accomplish one thing, and suddenly ten other fires pop up, then twenty more. Before you know it, the day’s gone and your goals are still out of reach.
At some point, you have to decide: are you a band member or the conductor? Running a successful business means being the conductor—directing the flow, orchestrating the team, and letting others handle the details. By year two or three, you should be able to run your business with your hands tied behind your back, thanks to smart hires and AI-powered tools handling routine tasks.
Focus on the big picture—hiring, sales, contracts, events, and yes, your personal life too. No business is worth killing yourself over. Use the resources available in 2025: AI assistants that automate customer service, bookkeeping software that syncs with your bank accounts, and platforms that streamline invoicing and payments. Get the help you need, whether human or digital, and watch your business actually grow.
Kevin "KevRoss" Ross is a music and radio industry expert. He is a 20 -plus year entrepreneur with the leading most successful industry trade publication and site Radio Facts (www.radiofacts.com). He has also published various books, magazines, performed marketing and promotions for major corporations and recording artists and he is on the advisory board of several industry organizations. This year Ross introduced his non profit organization LOMARI (Leaders of the Music and Recording Industry) to help teach young minority students how to market and manage their music and products.
