Do you want to make big massive changes? From growing your sales, increasing profits, working less hours to even losing weight, it seems daunting, but here’s how to get started:
Habits: When you want to change something drastically, it all starts with your habits. Incorporate new habits into your routine, and replace the old habits with these new habits. Doesn’t this sound so easy?!
Keep track: Keep track of your results to be able to measure your progress. For example, let’s say that you want to increase your sales by 20% compare to last year. First, monitor your results using financial software, such as QuickBooks, or even in Excel. If you do not measure your results, then you will not be able to determine if your actions are working.
Give it time: When making changes, you have to give it time to see those changes happen. It can be weeks, months, or sometimes years. As long as you are seeing the needle move in the right direction, then you know that it is working, no matter how small the positive results are.
Sustainability: If you make a monumental change then it may not be sustainable over the long haul. For example, if you decide to work less and cut your hours all at once, then you will quickly become overwhelmed and will go back to your old schedule. Look at the longer-term goal and then work backwards to figure out the proper actions and timeframes. For example, if you are currently working 50 hours per week and want to cut back to 40 hours, then give yourself a timeframe of one year. Next, shoot to reduce your workweek by approximately 1 hour per week for the first month, then 1 hour the next month and so on, until you have achieved a shorter work week. Then, figure out which actions you need to take to reduce your hours.
Change can be dramatic even if the results seem small in the beginning. Have the endurance, discipline, and willpower to continue your actions to achieve your long-term goals.
If you like what you just read then don’t hesitate to forward/share with your friends
Make sure to subscribe to our weekly emails to receive practical business, financial and tax strategies! Sign Up Now!