Can you believe we’re nearly a week into 2015? Part of me feels like I’m still back in 2012…
Time keeps moving forward, and we do, too. That’s why today I want to help you keep moving forward toward your big goals for this year.
I want to talk with you about an essential first step toward hitting your big goals. You MUST start here if you want to be successful.
This is a quick one and an important one. And it’s the first 2015 installment of my
Build Your Business Challenge: Actionable Advice in 60 or Less.
(Prefer to read instead of watch? I’m now including the transcript for my videos, so you can watch or read, whichever you prefer.)
So what’s your first step to hitting your goals in the new year? It’s time to discover what it should be.
Are you accepting this week’s action challenge?
Then, declare it in the comments below and go take action!
If you have insights, experiences, or stories about this week’s challenge, please share them in the comments as well.
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Prefer to read instead of watch? Here’s the transcript for today’s video.
With the new year here, you’ve probably set some big goals for your business—that’s awesome!
However, it’s what you do after you set your goals that’s most important. And this is exactly what I’m going to talk about today. Keep Reading…
Hi Jenny!
I am 🙂 I start working 1:1 for a whole month tomorrow with one of my fave biz coaches. I am so excited to get my message out in the world and share the gift of direct sales — and how to create sustainable success biz with this simple biz model.
Love it, Julia!! I’m so glad you’re reaching out for help to create that business you know you can have.
You might want to also check out these posts for a little boost:
https://jennyshih.com/2014/10/surprising-business-model-idea-predictably-boring-vs-big-drama/
https://jennyshih.com/2014/11/online-business-success-formula/
Good luck!!
HEY Jenny! I created a system (with the help of my graphic designer) based on the ideas (like using 3 MITs, for example) in “The Power of Less”.
HOLY SMOKES, it’s working! It’s helping me to focus big time. This past week I decided to take my business sharings to the next level, and I’m moving forward to fill the gaps using the tools I already have on hand + only what makes the most sense for now.
My biggest challenge has not been needing a coach or a tool, but simply saying “NO!” to things not bringing me in the right direction. I’m doing that!!
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I can relate! It’s so easy to get distracted by all the things you feel like you should be doing! I love using 3 MITs to keep me focused on my top priority 🙂
YES Megan! YES! Me too! ha! Obviously! 🙂
So smart, Eva! Sometimes you’re right, we simply need a new piece of information on how to do things differently. In your case, that information was in a book that said to say NO! Love that you’re doing that!
And I had to go google “MIT” to know what you were talking about. What a great concept and book. I’m going to have to check it out. Thank you for sharing that resource!
LOVE that from Brooke! Thanks Jenny!! Loved this in particular – for some reason it was very helpful to me: “I would like for you to think about boundaries as a way that we take care of and protect ourselves rather than something that we create for other people.”
Separately… I’m SO surprised you didn’t know about MITs! That book is right up your alley. It’s ALL about business and life not being so hard! If it’s OK… I’d like to share my system with you… I wasn’t even planning on sharing it all with the public, but it’s really hard not to share it. It’s SERIOUSLY transforming my life and business!!!
Yay Jenny! I’m so glad you’re doing more Build Your Business Challenge videos! I have mapped out all the micro-steps for each of my big goals for this year, and I’m in the process of looking for a business coach to help me along the way 🙂
I’m glad you’re glad, Megan! It’s fun to cram something actionable into 60 seconds or less! I love that you’ve mapped out your steps for this year — such a great start.
What are the gaps that you need to close or the areas where you need help? I’m happy to see if I know of anyone who can help with those things.
My biggest challenge right now is that I want to create and launch an ecourse but have no idea how to even get started! Do you have anyone you would recommend that specializes in ecourses?
Happy to help, Megan. I didn’t know of anyone off the top of my head, so I went asking around in my network. Two people suggested this person:
Good luck!!
Awesome – thank you Jenny!
Love this! One of my major focuses this year is on communication. Everything from social media to my writing skills to my public speaking. I’m taking it one step at a time and seeking out resources that will help me hone them. I definitely need to write down the microsteps and better map them out though!
Love that focus, Kait. I love how you’re looking at it in all arenas of your business, too. So smart.
Yes, take the time to write down the microsteps and see all the things you want to do to make it happen. It will keep you focused and make sure you stay on track.
Gives whole new meaning to “Mind the Gap”! I think this is where some of us get stuck – we see where we are, we see where we want to be….and we don’t know how to fill the gap. But if we just break it down into steps, smaller steps and then tiny steps, we *can* get there!
Thanks, Jenny!
So true and so well put, Becky!! You’re right, we can get there when we have the steps (and it’s also a whole lot less scary!).
Keep rocking it, woman!! xo
My biggest gap right now is software. I’m getting ready to launch a new web site (art tutorial) but the software I currently use is no longer supported. I want my web site to be able to house blogs with comments, PDF and video tutorials, and the sale of printables and extended tutorials. Oh, and my budget if “free if possible”. I have the domain and email addresses. I have 25 years experience as a graphic (print) artist and 35 years experience as a watercolor artist, neither of which pays well. 🙂
Sounds like you know the gap you need to close! I don’t know of a free option, but an inexpensive wordpress theme and WishList Member (very affordable) are great options and the combination would help you do what you’re looking for. Best of luck!
Great first step for me thank you. And looks like one of the gaps I have can be starting with learning about the 3 MIT. I also find the posts and your responses very insightful.
3 MITs are “most important tasks” (I just learned this myself, though I have been implementing the idea without knowing the terminology for awhile).
So where is your gap, the one between you and your goal? Find that gap, then figure out how to fill it. Then, if you like the MIT idea, each day identify the three MITs that will get you closer to your goal
Make sense?
Thanks so much for the mention my specialization in building e-courses, Jenny!