Goals and Plans
Without the BIG WHY, SMART Goals Have Little Motivation
Introduction: In a world buzzing with the concept of SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant/Realistic, and Thrilling Time-Based Goals [check out this book to learn all about goal setting, prioritization and setting a strong business foundation] We often overlook the powerhouse behind these objectives: the WHY. While the framework provides a structured approach to goal-setting, understanding…
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Business Plan I know you’ve heard that businesses have a ten fold higher chance of succeeding if they spend the time and effort to strategize and write a comprehensive business plan. For a list of all the elements of a successful business plan, or to get help writing yours, click here. Clear, well-thought-out goals, business…
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How to Create a Powerful Small Business Purpose Statement It’s important to know exactly how to create a business purpose statement if you want to enhance your small business culture and environment. What’s even more important is why you’re creating your purpose statement. Your business culture is made up of your mission statement, purpose, core…
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How to Write a Compelling Business Vision Statement for Your Company What is a Vision Statement? Your business vision statement is a clear, concise verbal description of the ideal state of your business in 5 to 10 years. It boldly declares where your business is going. It is written in the present tense as if…
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How to Create a Powerful Business Mission Statement Why should you write a powerful business mission statement? When you take the time and effort, involve the right people, and follow the guidelines in this article, your company’s mission statement will powerfully: Convey your company’s business personality. In other words your image, soul, philosophy and heart.…
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How to Identify Your Top 5 Core Business Values How are core business values important to your success? Core business values do not change over time. They are not negotiable. You may have a life-changing event in your life that causes 1 or 2 of your core values to change. When my little brother died…
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How to set highly effective business goals that keep you motivated to take action and reach them successfully … Your company’s goals will only be effective when you have a clear, measurable vision of where you want to go and how to get there. Why Bother Setting and Tracking Your Business Goals? 80 percent of…
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