Management is very different to working with a company. It is especially hard if you are managing a small to medium-sized business, trying to ensure it succeeds as it grows into a bigger company. Management techniques do not necessarily come naturally and it can be a major learning curve.

If you think you would be good within the business management environment, take on extra responsibility gradually. Don’t just decide to open your own business and run it independently. Build up management experience elsewhere, and within your field as well. If you do decide to start and manage your own business, accept help from others.

You may want to take a management course to help you understand more about what management involves. This will teach you more about how to manage a team and will help you find techniques for managing people effectively, helping you to get the most out of your team.