Reflecting on Q1
Q1 is coming to a close, and WOW, has it been packed. As you reflect on this whirlwind quarter and your goals for 2025, ask yourself this: Are you spending your time where it matters most?
Are you focusing on projects that truly invigorate your brain and soul? Or are you just caught in the cycle of chasing growth for the sake of growth?
So many agencies fall into the trap of focusing on getting bigger—more clients, bigger teams, more revenue. But here’s the thing:
🫡 More clients don’t always mean more stability.
🫡 A bigger team doesn’t always mean less stress.
🫡 More revenue doesn’t always mean more profit (or more creative enjoyment!).
At Le Chéile, we take a different approach. We focus on sustainable profitability and scaling with intention—because growing just for the sake of growing doesn’t always serve you in the long run.
Here’s what we prioritize:
🌞 Profitability First – Scaling chaos isn’t the goal. It’s about building a sustainable, profitable business that gives you freedom and flexibility, not just bigger numbers on paper.
🌞 Pricing with Intention – You should be paid what you’re worth. By pricing your services with purpose, you ensure that you’re delivering value while maintaining healthy margins.
🌞 Financial Clarity – With clear financial insights, you can make data-backed decisions with confidence. No more guessing about where your money is going or how it’s working for you.
As we close out Q1, ask yourself: Are you scaling in a way that truly serves you and your vision? Or are you caught up in the pursuit of growth without considering what that growth means for your business, your team, and your overall well-being?
If you’re looking to scale more intentionally and focus on profitability, let’s chat.
About the Author
Meredith Fennessy Witts, Founder & Strategic Growth Advisor at Le Chéile
and Co-Host of Agency Darlings.
With a background in financial and operational consulting and a successful track record of founding and scaling her own agency, Meredith brings deep expertise in strategic growth for indie creative and digital agencies.
Her company, Le Chéile, helps agencies scaling toward and beyond 1M+ in revenue to rightsize teams and payroll, increase founder pay, scale offers and packages and more. She helps clients to achieve their goals while clarifying their business strategy and finances.
She is a trusted authority on building mindful, profitable businesses—especially for underserved founders in the women, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC communities.
