Happy 2009!!!! It has become rather popular for everyone to list personal goals and the usual ‘resolutions.’ But, there are so many out there, such as our team, that take the same level of pride in setting business goals and objectives. We live in such a fast-paced society that we forget that our career is a big part of who we are, well, for most of us, anyway.
If you already make it a point to set goals, then you are one step ahead of the game. If you do not, it is okay, it is never too late!! Setting goals gives you an ongoing road map for success. It also serves as a guide in case you need to find the next best alternative, or in case you need or desire a change along the way. It is important that you consistently re-evaluate your goals on a time schedule that works for you. If you are behind, or if some circumstance got in the way of your accomplishing those goals, you can still have the opportunity to meet them at a later time.
Many people do this daily, as it helps them assess their progress, and provides the ability to make swift and informed decisions about their goals.
To make it easier for you, this is a simple approach that will get you started:
- What I like best about being in business for myself is:
- Within five years I would like my business to be:
- When I look back over the past five years of my career I feel:
- My financial condition as of today is:
- I feel the next thing I must do about my business is:
- The most important part of my business is:
- The area of my business I really excel in is:
- I want to reach my financial goals by:
- What sets my business apart from the competition is:
- I bring to the table the following expertise in my business:
