So, it's the start of a new year and you probably made a couple of New Year's Resolutions for yourself.  

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But did you think of any goals you could set to help your small business thrive in 2017?

 
Here are 5 things you can start now to benefit your organization:
 
 
1. Start thinking long-term
 
Ever spend so much time thinking about and preparing for what has to be done tomorrow that you forget to stop and reflect on the wins and losses your business might have just experienced?
 
This year be sure to take some time to reflect your past year in order to make long-term plans for the year ahead.
 

2. Record and revisit short-term goals often

Short-term goals are just as important as long-term goals.  They allow you to break down your long-term goals, not only making them feel much more achievable but also helping you to focus on the most important goals you want to achieve and get everything else out of the way.

Try drawing out three columns (one month, three month, and six month goals) on the top half of the page.  On the bottom half of the page, write down what actions need to happen in order to achieve each goal as well as who is going to take responsibility for that action and by what date.

 

3. Budget, budget, budget

Do you know how much your SMB is spending on overhead? What about your profit margin? Do you sell goods that are subject to sales tax? Tools like Avalara and other BI software will help you effectively manage your organizations budget, which is key to the long-term health of your business.

 

4. Embrace being a life-long learner

Do you read business books to help develop yourself into a better leader? Do you spend more time asking questions rather than spewing out answers?  If not then you should highly consider it.  The most effective entrepreneurs have a coach who helps guide them through the good and the bad. So spend some time this year making a reading list and asking questions. You won't regret it.

 

5. Consider how you would like your business to impact the community

Legacy is something we all think about but spend little time considering how to create it.  Sure you want your business to be successful but have you thought about how you can improve your organization in order to better serve your clients, not just by services or products offered? Whether it’s your office, your home, your street, your community, or the world, what are you doing to leave it better than when you found it?  

Sage has developed a division known as Sage Foundation, which is focused on creating social and economic opportunity in the communities they operate within around the world.  So, research charities, social enterprises, and non-profit organizations your organization can partner with to help build a better future and in your local community.

 

These are 5 things are just some of the few every leader should do to have their best year yet. What other goals should be added for 2017 greatness?

  

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Ashley Lemus

Written by Ashley Lemus