The Difference Between Building a Business and Running One

The Difference Between Building a Business and Running Oneby: Donna HarrisPublished on: 03/08/2026

Most business owners are operators — they show up, execute, and repeat. Builders do something different. Here's what separates them financially, and why the distinction changes everything about how you spend your time and grow your business.

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The Difference Between Building a Business and Running One