# Narrow Down Your Products & Services

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Podcast: [Do More By Doing Less - Time Freedom for Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners, and Solopreneurs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-more-by-doing-less-time-freedom-for-entrepreneurs-small-business-owners-and-solopreneurs-6570871)
Published: 2026-05-26T10:00:03+00:00
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## Resource

Show Summary: In this episode, I explain why offering too many products or services can actually hurt your sales. Using examples from Netflix, a famous Columbia University study, and my time working with SERVPRO, I break down why confused customers rarely buy. The businesses that grow the fastest are usually the ones known for one or two simple things instead of twenty complicated options. Takeaways: • Too many choices create overwhelm and reduce sales. • Simplicity helps customers remember what you actually do. • Businesses grow faster when they focus on one or two core offers. • Packages and clear messaging outperform endless customization. • Attention does not always equal conversions. Action For You To Take: Write down every product or service you currently offer. Then circle the top one or two things you want to be known for or that generate the most revenue. Simplify your messaging around those first and introduce the rest later. What To Do Next: If you want help building time freedom while still growing your business, schedule a quick, non-sales, chat with me at yourcharlesalexander.com.

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