There is officially one month left of 2017, let’s make it count! Now, before you go ahead and start thinking about 2018 full time, make sure you take time to reflect back on 2017.
Retirement Savings
With only a month left, there’s still enough time to start tucking away some money for retirement. Retirement savings may not be as attractive as paying off old debts, but it’s just as important. Retired you will thank yourself in the future. Being able to tuck away some extra dollars means that you’ll have a little extra cushion money when retired!
Stay in Touch
Staying in touch with past clients is a great way to keep your network warm and cozy through the holidays – it may also get you new business. There’s no need to send a fruit basket, but a friendly email or a nice card is a great way to stay in touch. Especially over the holidays, put some thought into your card. Thank them for their business, express why you enjoy working with them and mean what you say. This is a great opportunity to reach out and show them that they’re business is valued.
Pros and Cons
Ask yourself what went well this year? Did certain things not work? What are things that you’d like to change? The best part about looking towards the new year is taking a quick look back. Take note of the things that worked and didn’t work this year. So that moving forward into 2018 you’ll have a fresh start on all kinds of things.
Update systems, create new streams or revenue, work with new partners or let old ones go. How can you set yourself up for more success in 2018?
There’s still a month left of the year. Before diving into 2018, take a chance to reflect back on 2017. Make sure to have all your boxes checked, and you’ll cruise into the new year feeling refreshed and ready for success!
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