Someone call 2019 and tell them we need it back! But really, this year has flown by. So many changes, successes, failures and lessons learned along the way but I wouldn’t trade them for the world. As we enter the final stretch, goal setting and sticking to the plans are even more important than before.

It is a known fact that retail sales increase during the 4th quarter of the year. Did someone say Christmas shopping? And if you’re a business owner it’s vital to have your goals set along with a set of action plans in order to maximize shopper’s habits. Fun fact: eCommerce (online sales) grew 15% in 2018 alone. Wow!

Personally, it is so easy for me to get distracted this time of year with school, family and upcoming holiday activities. However, I have learned that in order to have continued success, I must follow my plans and stay focused on the goals. This year has taught me a lot about how to do that. Here are 3 easy tips that regardless of where you are in business, that you can implement right now to finish strong.

Plan it out. Get a calendar, write it down and mark it off. You’ve heard it a dozen times, so just do it.
Create an email list. In a world of online shoppers, not only are you reaching the masses this way, but you’re also automating a system and using your time wisely.
Make customer service a priority. As much as I am a fan of automation, the personal touch still goes a long way.

So whatever your business, set out to make these last 90 days the best yet. Not only are you finishing off 2019 with a bang, but you’re also setting the tone for the future.

Wishing you much success tomorrow and always,

Finishing 2019 Strong