Strategic planning is essential for consultants who want to create transformational growth in their business. In this episode, Melisa shares a practical framework for making 2025 your best year yet, moving beyond basic goal setting to sustainable success.
Key Topics Covered:
Setting Your Vision and Goals: Learn how to create compelling goals that align with your long-term vision. Understand why most consultants set goals that are too small and how to think bigger while maintaining practicality.
Establishing Your Baseline: Discover the importance of knowing your current business state, including both qualitative and quantitative measures. Learn what data points matter most and how to track them effectively.
Breaking Down Your Plan: Get practical steps for turning your vision into actionable plans, including revenue modeling, business development formulas, and operational considerations.
Anticipating Obstacles: Learn how to identify and prepare for potential challenges across strategy, tactics, and mindset. Get specific tools for overcoming common roadblocks before they derail your progress.
Setting Yourself Up for Follow-Through: Discover the systems and accountability measures that ensure consistent execution throughout the year, avoiding the common pattern of abandoned goals.
What would it mean for your consulting business to have a clear, actionable plan for 2025? Make sure to listen to episode 197 to find out.
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