AdvantEdge Workspaces Blog

A new year can bring new opportunities and challenges for your business. Here are a few ways you can structure for success to set yourself up for a positive and productive 2021:

• Set Realistic Goals: Provide yourself with a solid framework by aiming for achievable and measurable targets. Crossing things off of your to do list can provide a big boost to your confidence! On the other hand, setting unrealistic goals or goals that are vague (like ‘be better at ___’) can make you frustrated and discouraged.
• Reach Out: Let people know about the great work you are doing! Consistent outreach via promotional content and relationship building is a crucial to building your business. Attend virtual networking events to meet other professionals and keep your supporters and clients up to date with social media.
• Work as a Team: What do all successful teams have in common? They communicate effectively, which allows them to collaborate effectively! Establish consistently scheduled meetings and clear lines of communication to make sure that everyone is on the same page. This will make it easier for you to delegate and collaborate in order to get things done, especially if you have members of your team working remotely. 
• Stay Up to Date: It’s important to update your business’ website every year or two to make sure that you aren’t falling behind. Is your website easy to navigate? Is it easy for a new potential customer to understand what you do? Is there a way for you to collect information from site visitors? Do you stand out from the crowd? Consider all of these details while reviewing your website and planning for any updates in the new year.
• Boost Morale: Lifting the spirits of your staff doesn’t require much time or investment, but can pay off in a major way. Small gestures, like an encouraging note or a surprise afternoon snack will let your team know that you notice their hard work and care about them as people. Empowering your coworkers and employees will build loyalty within your organization and help bring your team to new heights this year!