Business Goals

By: Jessica Nemecz, Business Coach

The start of a new year is brimming with potential. I love this time of the year! The possibilities

are endless. Whether you’re an entrepreneur starting out or a small business owner looking to

grow, a focused plan can make all the difference. Let's dream and plan together! Here are your

steps to success.

1. Know Where You Want Your Business to Go

Before setting any goals, take a moment to reflect on the bigger picture. What’s your vision for

your business? Are you aiming to launch a new product, increase revenue, expand your team,

or strengthen your market presence? Understanding your desired destination ensures that your

goals align with your long-term ambitions rather than leading you down a path you don’t want to

follow.

I like to spend some time with a journal and pen in a quiet place. Ask yourself some of the

questions from above before you start writing your goals for the year. It can make all the

difference in the joy you experience as you reach the goals that mean the most to you.

2. Prioritize How You Spend Your Time

Time is one of your most valuable resources as a business owner. Ask yourself, “What do I want

to spend my energy and focus on?” Setting goals that complement your priorities helps ensure

that your time is spent on activities that drive growth and fulfillment in your business.

We are normally drained by doing tasks that bore us or energized by doing tasks that we love or

excite us. Figure out what excites you before you set your goals. If possible, delegate the tasks

that drain your energy and set goals for yourself in areas that excite you. You're more likely to

accomplish these goals as you're naturally rewarded for doing them.

3. Start with the End in Mind

Imagine it’s December 31st. What do you envision having accomplished by the end of the year?

Visualizing your ideal outcomes can help clarify and set measurable goals. Whether it’s hiring

two new employees, hitting a revenue milestone, or building stronger customer relationships,

having a clear picture of success gives you something powerful to work toward.

Take some time to visualize your year. When you celebrate on December 31st, you'll have a lot

to celebrate!

4. Break Goals into Quarterly Milestones

A big year-long goal can feel overwhelming. Make it more manageable by dividing it into four

quarters. For example, if your goal is to grow revenue by $100,000 this year, aim for a $25,000

increase each quarter. This approach not only keeps your progress measurable but also allows

you to adjust your strategy if you fall behind or if conditions change.

As the old saying goes, "how do you eat an elephant?" The answer is, "one bite at a time".

When we are envisioning a big goal, it can feel overwhelming. Small steps move you forward.

5. Divide Your Quarters into Weekly Goals

Take your quarterly goals and break them down further into weekly action items. Small,

actionable steps are easier to manage and execute. Instead of saying, “I need more sales this

quarter,” focus on tasks like “reach out to 15 potential clients this week” or “finish updating the

website landing page by Friday.”

6. Review Goals Weekly and Stay Organized

Your goals should be a living, breathing part of your business strategy. Review and reassess

them weekly. Set aside time for a “goal check-in meeting” with yourself to celebrate wins,

address challenges, and adjust where needed. Importantly, integrate your weekly goals into

your daily calendar. Use time-blocking to ensure you’re dedicating focused time to achieve what

matters most.

This is where action happens! Most of us look at our calendars every day or at least a few

times a week. Write it down and check it off. You'll get a big dopamine hit and it will feel

amazing!

7. Stay Flexible and Adapt

Life and business are unpredictable. Your priorities may change, unforeseen opportunities may

arise, or barriers could slow your progress. Stay flexible and revisit your goals as needed. If you

find yourself distracted or overwhelmed, take a step back, refocus on what really matters, and, if

necessary, pivot your strategy. Adjusting your goals doesn’t mean failure—it means you’re

staying agile and aligned with what your business truly needs.

Often when I'm looking at my goals at the end of the year, I'll have accomplished half of them.

In reviewing those that I didn't complete, they are often ones that I decided either weren't worth

my time, money, or effort. It's ok to adjust as you go!

Final Thoughts

Setting business goals is not a one-time activity—it’s a dynamic process that evolves with you

and your business. By breaking your goals into manageable steps, staying disciplined yet

flexible, and reviewing your progress weekly, you’ll set yourself up for success this year.

Need help getting started? Consider scheduling time to make a concrete plan, find an

accountability partner to keep you focused, or reach out to Remedy Management Group to meet

with a Business Coach.

Here’s to building your best year yet!