Jan 31

We’re one month into the new year. How are you doing with those New Year’s resolutions? Many of us make the same resolution each year –to get in good physical shape. If you’re like most of us, we start with good intentions but slowly they fall to the wayside. But, we can always return to the goal and work at it again.

Likewise, business resolutions can be the same. Many businesses want to develop a strategic plan – some day. But now is a good time to act on that New Year’s resolution and set aside some time to get your plan done. By this time next year, you will be amazed at what you have been able to accomplish with one. Contact me today if you would like help to make your business resolution complete!

Jan 27

Do you have a business in the creative arts…Dancing? Artistic creations? Music? Or similar fields? If so, you are probably fulfilling a real dream which is to be able to earn a living in a field you truly love. Many individuals who have such businesses find it difficult to define the business structure while engaging in their pursuit of the artistic field that they love. It seems that the creative side of the brain and the organizational side of the brain just don’t communicate willingly. If this applies to you, a strategic plan will “organize” the development of your business processes in a manner that will allow you to manage both aspects of your business. I can help you get that plan developed– just contact me!

Jan 20

At times, life hands us an unexpected turn of events. We never saw it coming and weren’t prepared for it. For example, many people are currently unemployed in this economy who have never faced that problem before and never thought they would. On a personal level, it requires one to look at all options, resources, and support. It requires a redefinition of personal goals and strategies. It is the same for business. If the economy is handing you an unexpected turn of events, it’s a good time to do some strategic planning. I can facilitate the process for you. Just contact me!

Jan 9

When one is away from the normal work environment and doesn’t have a lot of interruptions or distractions, it is amazing what ideas develop. Over the holidays, I had many discussions with a family member who was taking a long trip.  As he traveled from site to site, he had many hours to think about business opportunities and strategic initiatives.  The ideas flowed and will be captured as we update a strategic plan for the New Year when he gets back to his business! 

 That is an example of the creativity that flows when a business dedicates the time to the strategic planning process!  It always amazes me how challenges that initially seem to be insurmountable, are addressed and resolved with the strategic plan. 

 Try it yourself!  It’s truly rejuvenating!  Just contact me today!

Jan 2

Happy New Year in 2009!  May this year be a wonderful year of many new beginnings and successes for each of you in whatever dreams you have!  As you write your New Year’s resolutions, be sure to include the development and/or updating of your business strategic plan!  I can help you with the process.  Just contact me today