Get your business in shape for the new year
Thinking about your business plan isn’t the most festive subject, but it is necessary.
To get the new year off to a positive start, you need to make sure you have a clear plan in place.
So, how can you get prepared?
Assess your current position
To be able to set your business goals for the year ahead, you need to have a clear idea of where you are now.
A SWOT analysis will give a good indicator of the areas of the business that are performing well, as well as any areas of weakness.
You should also think back to the goals you set at the start of the year. How much progress have you made?
If you recognise that one area of the business is lagging behind, think about why this is.
This can then signal what action you need to take in the new year.
Set your goals
Once you have reviewed your current progress, you can re-evaluate your business goals.
If you achieved all of your goals in the previous year, strive higher.
But if you didn’t manage to reach them, think about taking a different approach. When setting your goals, relate back to the SMART tool.
Make sure you have a specific goal in mind that you can accurately measure throughout the year.
Explore growth opportunities
Your goals will likely involve growing your business, so consider how you will get there.
To get to where you want to be, you are probably going to need to invest money in your business.
There are a variety of funding options available, so start to evaluate which options would be suitable for you.
Depending on your project, you may be able to receive Government grants. Or you could decide that bringing in external investors would be a better option for you.
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