Solopreneur Diagnostic Matrix - Find Your Business Bottleneck
Stop Guessing Where Your Business Is Broken. Get Your Answer in 15 Minutes.
You’re working hard. But something isn’t clicking.
Revenue is inconsistent. Your pipeline dries up.
You’re constantly busy but not seeing the growth you expected.
You try to fix everything at once… better marketing, faster follow-ups, cleaner operations, tighter cash flow.
But spreading your effort thin just burns you out faster.
Here’s the truth:
Your business doesn’t need a complete overhaul. It needs clarity about where the real bottleneck is.
The Hidden Cost of Not Knowing Your Bottleneck
When you don’t know which function is limiting your growth, you:
Waste time on low-impact activities that feel productive but don’t move the needle
Miss opportunities because you’re fixing the wrong problems
Burn out faster from working harder without seeing results
Lose momentum and start questioning if you’re cut out for this
Most solopreneurs spend months or even years trying random tactics before they figure out what’s actually broken.
What if you could skip all that?
Introducing: The Solopreneur Diagnostic Matrix
A Custom GPT that walks you through a proven 7-function business assessment and tells you exactly where to focus your effort for maximum impact.
In just 15 minutes, you’ll get:
✅ Your Bottleneck Identified
Know which of 7 critical business functions is holding you back - Marketing, Sales, Operations, Finance, Product Development, Customer Experience, or Self-Management.
✅ Scored Assessment Across All 7 Functions
See exactly where you’re strong and where you’re weak with a clear numerical score (out of 25) for each function.
✅ Personalized 30-Day Action Plan
Get 3 specific, high-impact actions tailored to your bottleneck with targeted fixes based on your actual responses.
✅ Prioritization Framework
If multiple functions need attention, you’ll get a clear order of operations so you know what to tackle first.
✅ Progress Tracking
Re-take the diagnostic every 30 days to measure improvement and identify your next bottleneck as your business evolves.
How It Works
Step 1: Answer 35 Questions (15 minutes)
The GPT guides you through 5 questions for each of the 7 business functions. Rate yourself honestly from 1 (never) to 5 (always).
Step 2: Get Your Scores and Bottleneck
The GPT calculates your score for each function and identifies your primary bottleneck, the one constraint limiting your entire business.
Step 3: Receive Your Action Plan
Based on your specific responses, you get a personalized 30-day action plan with 3 concrete steps to fix your bottleneck.
Step 4: Implement and Reassess
Follow the plan for 30 days, then retake the diagnostic to track improvement and find your next focus area.
Who This Is For
This diagnostic is perfect for you if:
You’re a solopreneur or one-person business owner
You’re working hard but not seeing consistent growth
You feel overwhelmed by all the things you “should” be doing
You want a data-driven way to prioritize your effort
You’re tired of guessing and ready for clarity
This is NOT for you if:
You’re looking for a magic bullet that requires no work
You’re not willing to be honest about your current performance
You want generic business advice instead of specific action steps
The 7 Functions You’ll Assess
Marketing - Generate leads consistently
Sales - Turn leads into customers
Operations - Deliver your product or service efficiently
Finance - Manage cash flow and profitability
Product/Service Development - Keep your offer relevant and valuable
Customer Experience & Retention - Turn clients into repeat buyers and referrers
Self-Management & Growth - Sustain your performance and avoid burnout
Each function gets a score out of 25.
Your lowest score is your bottleneck.
What Makes This Different
Most business advice is generic. “Post more on social media.” “Follow up with leads.” “Create systems.”
This diagnostic is specific. It tells you exactly which function to focus on and gives you targeted actions based on your unique situation.
It’s based on proven theory: The Theory of Constraints (Eliyahu Goldratt, The Goal) teaches that every system has one bottleneck. Improving anything else is a waste of effort. This diagnostic finds that bottleneck.
It evolves with you: Your bottleneck changes as your business grows. What’s broken in month 3 is different from what’s broken in month 12. Reassess quarterly to stay focused on the right priorities.
Real Results
“I had almost no new leads and my pipeline was empty. The diagnostic showed my marketing score was just 8/25. I committed to LinkedIn and a weekly newsletter - posted three times a week and invited past clients to subscribe. Within 60 days I had consistent leads and booked out the next two months.” - Sarah T., Graphic Designer
“I was drowning in work. Tons of leads, strong sales, but constantly behind on deliverables. Clients were frustrated and I was working 70-hour weeks. The diagnostic revealed my operations score was 11/25. I built a project tracker in Notion, created templates for common deliverables, and set clear boundaries with clients. My operations score jumped to 19. Now I deliver on time, clients are happier, and I work 40 hours a week instead of 70.” - James M., Business Consultant
“I had good revenue and strong systems, but I was burning out. Dreaded opening my laptop. Exhausted all the time. The diagnostic showed my self-management score was 9/25… every other function was above 18. I implemented time-blocking, made Sundays non-negotiable rest days, and joined a solopreneur mastermind. I also hired a VA for admin tasks. My self-management score jumped to 20. Same revenue in 30% less time. I actually love my business again.” - Lisa K., Business Coach
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the diagnostic take?
15 minutes. You answer 35 questions (5 per function), and the GPT does the rest.
Can I retake it?
Yes. In fact, you should. Reassess every 30-90 days to track progress and identify your next bottleneck.
What if I score low in multiple functions?
The GPT provides a prioritization framework so you know which function to tackle first (Finance → Operations → Sales → Marketing → Product → Customer Experience → Self-Management).
Do I need a ChatGPT Plus subscription?
No. The diagnostic itself is free once you have access to ChatGPT.
Is this just theory or does it actually work?
It’s based on the Theory of Constraints, a proven operations management framework used by Fortune 500 companies. Applied to solopreneur businesses, it cuts through complexity and focuses your effort where it matters most.
What if I don’t agree with my bottleneck?
The diagnostic is based on your self-assessment. If you’re honest with your scores, the bottleneck will be accurate. If something feels off, retake it and score yourself more carefully.
Your Next Step
Stop guessing. Start fixing.
Take the Solopreneur Diagnostic and find out exactly where your business needs attention most.
Access for Paid Subscribers Only
This Custom GPT diagnostic tool is available exclusively to paid subscribers of Solopreneur Code. It’s designed for solopreneurs who want quick, systematic evaluation and immediate action steps without the guesswork.
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