From my continued Cross Blog Conversation with Nicole Dean.
Nicole asks: “You’re getting organized for 2008 — and Focused. What are some of your tips for staying on track this coming year? Make any interesting decisions? I’m sweating, thinking about trying to organize and focus this year, so I’m all ears!”
Nicole, I’ve missed our CBC (Cross Blog Convo) so much! It is good to be back at work and getting into the swing of things isn’t it?
Yes, I am getting organized for 2008. I made a bad decision towards the end of 2007 that had a bad impact on my focus and work schedule and I’ve finally repented of it and moved to rectify the situation. If I hadn’t made that mistake, I’d be more organized at this point. That’s hard to admit – I feel like I should be past making those kind of goober moves in my business… but as always, I won’t cry over the spilt milk, I’ll just clean it up and move on – smarter than before!
Something that is warmly comforting for me in 2008 is knowing that my business has reached a place where my focus for the upcoming year is on management rather than development.
I’ve made a solid commitment to my niece and nephew to be there for them with the Quads as much as needed this year – so I’ve adopted a four hour work day. This means no new projects! I’ll devote my time to making what I have better and better.
For me, 2008 is about looking at my business like a stranger. I’ll treat it like I would one of my coaching client’s businesses. I’ll view it from every angle and identify the areas that need fixing and the spots being under-monetized.
What I have earns me a nice monthly income. If I take it and make it better, focusing my skills and attention on identifying leaks and weaknesses – the same business should end up earning twice as much. I’m pretty confident about this because I see quite a few leaks right now that when plugged will boost income. One trouble spot to the next, I’ll clean it up and optimize it until I feel it’s operating at top speed.
It’s getting me excited just thinking about it :)
So, girlfriend – please help to keep my accountable. When I say no new projects I mean it! You have permission to pull my hair if you see me getting a little quick with the domain trigger ok?
Now I want to ask you something… When you look back at 2007, what do you wish you hadn’t done?
Catch you next time my friend!
Blessings, Kelly
Keep an eye on Nicole’s Blog for her reply!
Mon, Jan 7, 2008
Working at Home