Your content creator isn’t just a creative whiz, they’re a data ninja too.
They will track your posts’ performance like a hawk, analyzing clicks, comments, and shares to see what is working and what is not.
This data becomes your roadmap to social media success, guiding you towards content that truly connects with your customers.
4. Freeing Up Your Precious Time.
Remember that social media beast we mentioned?
Consider it tamed, leashed, and maybe even purring contentedly in the corner.
A social media content creator takes the reins of your online presence, freeing you up to focus on what you do best.
Running your amazing business.
More time for baking delicious cookies, crafting beautiful jewelry, or whatever magic you work!
5. A Content Dream Team.
Working with a content creator is not about handing over the keys and watching your brand drive off into the sunset.
It is all about building a partnership.
A creative content creation force field where your ideas and theirs collide and spark into something truly special.
Think of it like peanut butter and chocolate.
Two great things that come together to make something even better.
So, how can we help you, fellow small business owners?
We are more than just content creators.
We are your social media therapists.
Your engagement whisperers.
Your data-driven allies.
A social media content creator will help you tell your brand’s story, connect with your audience, and finally tame that social media beast once and for all!
Ready to ditch the chaos and embrace the calm?
Let’s chat about YOUR content creation!
We’d love to hear about your business and show you how we can help you thrive online.
And remember, a thriving social media presence is not just about likes and followers.
It is about building relationships, boosting sales, and letting your unique brand shine.
One of the biggest obstacles to achieving your business goals is distraction.
And if you’re ANYTHING like me, everything can be a distraction.
That’s why it’s so important to have your goals written down and in front of you.
Now, hopefully you’ve already set your new year’s goals, but if not, I’ve included some tips for that as well, so sit back with that cup and enjoy!
1. Define Your Business Goals
Write Specific Goals
If you want to reach the top of the mountain, you need a clear and specific goal.
Your goal should inspire and motivate you and give you direction.
Take the time to define what success means to you and make a plan to achieve it.
Set Meaningful Goals
Effective goal setting is the foundation of any successful endeavor.
By identifying your priorities and values, you can set meaningful goals that align with your vision.
Remember to break down your goals into smaller, achievable tasks to maintain motivation and track your progress along the way.
Write Your Goals Down
Write your goals down and keep them somewhere visible to remind you of what you’re working towards.
I have my goals on my board next to my, along with any pictures that go with my goals.
For example, I want to work in the winter from the beach.
2. Visualize Your Success
To achieve your dreams, it’s important to have a clear vision of what success looks like for you.
By visualizing your desired outcomes, you can better understand the steps and actions needed to make your vision a reality.
Visualize Your End Goal
Imagine yourself at the finish line of your goal.
How does it feel?
What does it look like?
Put that picture up…FEEL the accomplishment!
Take Time to Reflect
Set aside time to reflect on your progress and any obstacles you’ve encountered.
Stay Positive
Focus on the positive aspects of your journey and the progress you’ve made.
Visualizing helps you to stay motivated, focused and in a positive mindset.
“If you go to work on your goals, your goals will go to work on you. If you go to work on your plan, your plan will go to work on you. Whatever good things we build end up building us.”
Jim Rohn
3. Create a Detailed Action Plan
Setting goals is one thing, but knowing how to get there is another.
In order to achieve your goals, you need an action plan.
By breaking your goals down into smaller tasks, setting deadlines, and identifying the resources that you need, you can create a roadmap to success.
4. Bite-Size Tasks
Identify the Goal
Identify your main goal and write it down.
This helps bring clarity and focus to your plan.
Break it Down
Divide your goal into smaller, more manageable tasks.
This makes it easier to tackle and less scary.
Set Milestones
Break your big goal into smaller milestones.
This makes it easier to track your progress and celebrate your successes.
Track Your Progress
Regularly check your progress and celebrate each milestone.
This keeps you motivated and encouraged.
4. Eliminate Distractions
Clear Your Workspace
Remove all unwanted materials from your workspace to reduce distractions.
Oh. My. Goodness.
This is a big one for me.
If my desk is mess…nothing gets accomplished.
I’m too busy looking at all the STUFF.
Take a Technology Time Out
Turn off technology notifications to avoid interruptions.
Turn it off.
Put it in another room.
Another tough one for me as I’m paranoid I’m going to miss a call or text.
Schedule Your Breaks
Schedule breaks throughout the day to avoid burnout and stay focused.
Break? What is THAT?
I’m learning the hard way to do this better.
I’ve got a bum hip that reminds me to GET UP and GET MOVING!
Otherwise it is going to be a LONG night!
5. Unlock Your Potential
Continuous Learning
Never stop expanding your knowledge and honing your skills.
Embrace a growth mindset and seek out opportunities for personal and professional development.
The more you learn, the more you will unleash your full potential.
I’m still going back through the videos…so much information.
Don’t waste it!
Stay Committed
Achieving your goals requires dedication and perseverance.
Stay committed to your goals, even when faced with challenges and setbacks.
Remember that each obstacle is an opportunity to learn and grow stronger.
Celebrate Progress
Don’t forget to celebrate your achievements along the way.
Acknowledge and reward yourself for reaching important milestones, no matter how small.
This positive reinforcement will motivate you to keep pushing forward on your journey.
6. Embrace Change
Gauge Your Current Situation
Take a step back and evaluate where you currently stand.
Acknowledge your strengths and areas for improvement.
This self-reflection will help you identify areas in which you need to make changes to achieve your goals.
Create an Action Plan
Once you have identified the areas that you can improve on, develop an action plan outlining the steps you will need to take and make the necessary changes.
Break down your plan into manageable tasks and set deadlines to hold yourself accountable.
Adapt and Repeat
As you implement your action plan, be open to adapting and repeating along the way.
Recognize that change is not always straight up, and adjustments may be needed as you go.
Embrace the opportunity to learn from your experiences and refine your approach.
7. Persevere Through Challenges
Embrace the Climb
Just like climbing a mountain, achieving your goals requires determination and resilience.
Embrace the challenges that come your way as opportunities for growth.
Every setback is a chance to learn and come back stronger.
Navigate Obstacles
Obstacles are a natural part of any journey.
Go at them with a problem-solving mindset, seeking creative solutions and alternative paths.
Remember, every obstacle you overcome brings you one step closer to your desired goal.
Celebrate Small Wins
Even the smallest accomplishments deserve recognition.
Take the time to acknowledge and savor each little victory as you progress towards your ultimate goals.
Embrace New Experiences
Remember that the journey towards your goals is filled with opportunities for growth and discovery.
Embrace new experiences, step out of your comfort zone, and embrace the excitement of the unknown.
Nurture Yourself
Self-care is an essential part of achieving long-term success.
Take care of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being to ensure you have the energy and resilience to pursue your goals with passion.
By following these seven steps, you’ll be on your way to achieving your business goals this year.
Remember, stay focused, stay motivated, and celebrate the small wins along the way.
If you’re looking for some guidance on goal setting, drop me a message!
Celebrating the holidays and slowing down for some relaxation may seem like an oxymoron.
But you CAN do it.
And I encourage you to.
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, sometimes it is hard to find the time to just stop and let yourself recharge.
As business owners, it is extremely important that we take some time for ourselves.
Last month, I encouraged you to plan for the new year.
If you have not had time to do so, I would definitely get on that.
Then sit back and enjoy the rest of this holiday season.
If you are like me, it is very hard to just sit back and relax.
There is just always something in my business that I feel needs my attention.
Like tweaking those goals I just wrote.
Here are some tips that I found and will be remembering myself as I spend time with my loved ones this holiday season.
WHY Celebrate the Holidays
Regardless of your beliefs, I encourage you to take some downtime.
There are just so many benefits to recharging your batteries.
I always find that my productivity goes up after the holidays because I am relaxed and ready to head into the new year.
The relaxation and rejuvenation you get over the holidays will not only reduce stress, but also enhance your overall well-being.
Finding balance during the holidays is easy. Spend time with loved ones!
The biggest benefit to me is the chance to reconnect with loved ones.
As busy business owners, it is so easy to put off connecting with loved ones.
Always another project, client, etc.
Use the holidays to strengthen your relationships and create lasting memories with your family and friends.
Preparing for the New Year
The holidays are a good time for reflecting on the past year.
Reflection allows us to look back and learn from successes and failures to gain valuable insights and improve future outcomes.
Setting goals for the new year creates a roadmap for success and lets you strive for personal growth and achievement.
It also helps you to develop strategies, prioritize tasks, and align actions with your long-term ambitions.
Embracing Balance and Self-Care
It is so important for business owners to find a harmonious balance between professional commitments and personal well-being.
We also need to spend time nurturing our mental and physical health through mindfulness, exercise, and healthy habits.
This can be done by pursuing our hobbies and interests since our focus is on celebrating a reenergizing ourselves.
Embracing self-care and finding our balance again can fuel creativity, passion, and personal fulfillment by dedicating time to family, hobbies and interests.
The Joys of Giving
The holidays are not all about the physical gifts that you give.
You can easily spread happiness and joy to others through acts of kindness and generosity.
This includes creating lasting memories and meaningful experiences and treasured moments that will be cherished for a lifetime with those you love and cherish.
It also helps you to build stronger connections and forge deeper bonds with individuals and communities by giving back.
We all can make a difference in the world by supporting causes and organizations we believe in.
The Magic of Traditions
Embrace the warmth and nostalgia of cherished traditions.
Whether it’s gathering for a holiday meal, decorating the house, or exchanging gifts, traditions weave together the fabric of our lives, connecting generations and fostering a sense of belonging.
My Personal Favorite: Indulge in Festive Delights
Delight your taste buds with festive feasts filled with sumptuous dishes and tantalizing flavors.
Indulge in the sweet joy of freshly baked holiday cookies that melt in your mouth.
Savor the warmth and comfort of a steaming cup of hot cocoa on chilly winter nights.
The Beauty of Winter
For those of us who live in the colder climates, step out into a winter wonderland and embrace the enchanting beauty of the season.
From glistening snowflakes to frost-kissed landscapes, immerse yourself in the peaceful serenity and breathtaking sights that winter has to offer.
Any of you who know me know that being cold…NOT my favorite thing.
However, there is absolutely nothing like standing in the middle of a snowstorm, listening to the pure silence that the snow falling surrounds you with.
Find balance during the holidays by creating new traditions.
AMAZING.
Those who live in warmer climates, don’t forget that you can always create a winter wonderland to enjoy.
Maybe that can be one of your new family traditions!
The goal here is to get yourself reenergized for the new year.
Some of you may remember a previous post I made, Live Laugh Love.
Spending time with your loved ones should always be a top priority.
You never know what tomorrow will bring.
Create those memories this holiday season, and I’ll see you in the New Year!
We are closing in on the end of 2023. Here are 7 essential steps to prepare for an amazing new year.
Now is the time to start preparing yourself and your business for the new year.
Yes, I said it.
The.
New.
Year.
In her email last month, Cindy Bidar talked about how NOW is the time to start looking towards 2024.
Why now?
Because, as Cindy says, the holidays are coming up and we tend to get ourselves wrapped up in preparation and celebrating and before you know it, BAM…it is the new year.
Cindy talks about how she is starting to plan out her 2024 now, and that is a good reminder for all of us to start preparing now.
Here are some 7 essential steps to prepare for an amazing new year to help get you moving toward 2024.
1. Reflect on the Past Year
Take some time to look back on the past year and reflect on your accomplishments, challenges, and lessons learned.
Consider what worked well and what could have been improved.
It really is only by understanding where you’ve been that you can better determine where you want to go.
2. Identify Areas of Growth and Improvement
We are all constantly improving and growing.
As a business owner, it is important to identify the areas where we can continue to grow and improve, whether personally or professionally.
Professional Development
Assess your skills and knowledge in your field.
Seek opportunities for growth and improvement, such as courses, workshops, or conferences.
For example, last month I attended Tawnya Sutherland’s VAVS Summit and gained valuable tips, tricks and information from the spectacular line-up of speakers Tawnya always puts together.
Look for these opportunities in your field and invest in your own education!
Personal Growth
Reflect on your personal life and relationships.
Identify areas where you can grow, whether it’s improving communication skills or fostering better self-care habits.
Health and Well-being
Evaluate your physical and mental health.
Take steps to improve your well-being, such as adopting healthier habits or seeking support from professionals.
3. Set SMART Goals for the New Year
SMART is an acronym for how best to set your goals.
Specific
Set clear and specific goals that define what you want to achieve.
Avoid vague or general statements.
Measurable
Create goals that can be measured and tracked, so you can monitor your progress and make adjustments if needed.
Achievable
Ensure your goals are realistic and attainable, considering your resources, time, and capabilities.
Relevant
Make sure your goals align with your values, priorities, and aspirations.
They should be meaningful to you.
Time-bound
Set deadlines or timeframes for your goals to create a sense of urgency and help you stay focused.
If you follow this formula, you will find that your goals will be very clear and concise, making it easier for you to actually achieve them.
4. Create an Action Plan
It may sound simple, but how can you get where you are going without a plan?
I always think about taking a trip when setting my goals.
Can I get from home to where I want to go and back again without a defined route?
Yes.
However, if I have a plan, I find that it just makes it easier to find my way there and back.
Here are some steps to help you create your plan of action.
Step 1: Define Your Objectives
Clearly state what you want to achieve with each goal.
Be specific and break them down into smaller tasks.
If I want to drive from the East coast to the West, I obviously am not just going to drive that in one shot.
I am going to have to make stops along the way.
Stops along the route=smaller tasks.
Step 2: Identify Actions and Resources
List the specific actions you need to take to reach your objectives.
Identify the resources you’ll need along the way.
I might determine where the best places are to stop between East and West coasts.
Rest stops, gasoline, etc.
And some type of guidance, whether an old-fashioned map or my GPS.
Step 3: Set Priorities and Deadlines
Arrange your tasks in order of importance and establish deadlines for each one.
This will help you stay organized and focused.
Unless you have unlimited time on your hands to travel from East to West, you will need to establish how long you will be gone.
Then determine when you need to be at each location as well as your destination before starting the return journey.
These 3 steps will help you, regardless of the goal, get you to where you want to end up.
5. Establish Accountability Measures
“Accountability is the glue that ties commitment to the result.”
– Bob Proctor
It is easy enough to set a goal.
It is not always so easy to hold yourself accountable, so you will want to find ways to track your progress and stay motivated.
Consider involving a trusted friend, mentor, or coach who can provide support, guidance, and hold you accountable to your goals.
6. Practice Self-Care
Make your well-being a priority.
Take care of your physical, emotional, and mental health.
Engage in activities that bring you joy, manage stress, and recharge your batteries.
Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup.
7. Celebrate Successes Along the Way
Take time to celebrate the milestones and successes you achieve throughout the year.
Reward yourself for your hard work and progress made.
And share your wins with others.
Invite those who have supported you on your journey to celebrate your wins together.
Their encouragement and acknowledgment will fuel your motivation!
As we head toward the holidays and the end of the year, start preparing yourself for next year with these 7 essential steps to prepare for an amazing new year.
You will find that the holidays will be much more enjoyable when you are not thinking in the back of your mind about what you need to plan for next year while you are celebrating with friends and family.
And as always, if I can be of any assistance, please just drop me a message.
Welcome back to the GinAdmin Blog…I’m Gina Koran, your host and as always, I appreciate you visiting my page!
Today I want to revisit Creating New Habits!
I’ve never been a New Year’s Resolution person. I’m more of a goals person, so this post will revolve around that.
As a Freelancer, I know that there are some things that other Freelancers like myself, as well as business owners and entrepreneurs would like to change in order to achieve the goals we’ve set for our business and personal lives.
And some of that revolves around creating new habits.
We’ve all wanted to change our behavior for the better and create new habits for ourselves somewhere along the way.
Maybe you want to eat healthier and drink more water. Or it could be moving more and taking the dog for a daily walk, which by the way…my pup INSISTS on several times a day, even in the current frigid temps!
Or it could be work related, or spiritual, or… There are just so many areas in our lives that could be improved and made easier if we created new habits.
And I get it – getting into the habit of doing something outside our norm is often easier said than done. We seem to acquire bad habits without any effort, but getting into a “good” habit can be a little more challenging.
You know the mysterious “They”? Well “They” say it takes 21 days to create a new habit. Weird, to think that it doesn’t take that long to form a bad habit. And sometimes no matter how hard we try, it takes us a lot longer to form a new habit.
So how long does it REALLY take to create a new habit?
The “Mom” answer is that it depends.
It depends on your mindset and it depends on how big of a change you want to make from what you are doing now. Brian Tracy has a great post about developing new habits, and in that article he explains that while 21 days is the scientific answer, the bigger the goal, the longer it may take to achieve.
According to the experts, it takes about 21 days to break or form a habit pattern of medium complexity. Habits which are more complex or difficult to incorporate with your lifestyle may take longer.
Remember, it’s different from one person to the next and even from one habit to another.
There are a couple things to keep in mind.
It’s easier to create a new habit than it is to get rid of an old one.
Be prepared to work a lot harder to give up checking your email every 2 minutes or snacking late at night.
Whenever possible, try to replace an old habit with a new one…if you’re wanting to give up coffee, brew a cup of herbal tea in the morning and throughout the day when you would usually reach for your cup of Joe. And just so my friends reading this don’t pass out – giving up coffee is NOT one of my goals.
I have, however, cut back a bit on my pot and a half a day habit. I can quit whenever I want. Harharhar
Create a Vision Board
Keep your goals in front of you as a constant reminder of why you’re creating a new habit.
A constant reminder of why you’re trying to change your behavior is also helpful.
Keep your “reason why you’re changing “Why” front and center and then be prepared to stick it out.
I am a maniac for putting pictures of my goals in front of me, even sometimes on my computer’s desktop so that I am constantly looking at it and remembering why I’m doing what I’m doing.
And yes–it will take some time to make new habits and replace old ones. But it will be worth it in the end.
3 STEPS TO CREATE A NEW HABIT
The first step is to decide what you want that new habit to be. And you have to be specific–you can’t just say that you want to exercise more. Instead, make your goal something like “I will go for a 30 minute walk every single day”.
Deciding what your new habit will be and committing to when and how you’re going to do it is half the battle.
For me, this is a simple one: I’m going to get up every hour and MOVE. Whether it’s to walk out and check on my husband and the dog to see what they’re doing or do a little dance to the music playing in my head.
Ok, to be fair…it’s probably going to be a trip to the coffee pot, but hey…baby steps, right?
Set an alarm to remind yourself to take the necessary steps toward creating your new habit.
For the first few days, it’s going to be smooth sailing. You’re motivated and excited to get this done. Sticking to your new habit isn’t an issue. But after those first few days, you’ll notice that it’s easy to slip back into old habits.
Maybe it’s raining and you don’t really want to go out and walk. Or maybe your day just gets away from you. This is when it’s important to have a reminder.
This is the second step: Set an alert on your phone or add the new habit to your daily task list.
And I’m with you, believe me…I get it. I’ve set my alarm to remind me to get up from my desk and move around. I turn the alarm off and tell myself I’ll just finish this one teeny, tiny, little task. And (as that famous chef says) BAM…it’s 40 minutes later and I never once moved from my chair.
How am I going to get around this? For starters, I’m setting my alarm to be the absolute, most obnoxious, hard-to-ignore noise. I can also “name” my alarm on my phone, so I’ll name it something that will remind me that if I DON’T get up and move, my cranky back and bum hip will remind me ALL NIGHT that I ignored that alarm.
If you’re not good with alarms, schedule your new habits or make them part of your daily to-do list until they become something you do automatically.
My digital calendar allows me to create reminders and a task list. Maybe that will work better for you – just remember to check your list (wink).
Maybe it would be helpful to you if you add the new habit to one you already have. Let’s say you fix a cup of tea or coffee at 4pm, and you want to get in the habit of taking a daily walk. Make the new ritual to go for your walk and THEN come back and enjoy your tea. Then it seems like a reward for completing that “task”.
Choose an accountability partner to help you create a new habit
I find that having an accountability partner helps me the most, and this is step 3.
When I have someone who knows what I am trying to do and will call me out on it, I tend to not want to have to say to them, No…didn’t do that today. It’s easy to tell MYSELF, but when I have to tell SOMEONE ELSE that I didn’t stick to it, I find that I push myself harder to complete a task.
Remember – It’s going to take some time before this new behavior becomes a true habit. If you miss a day, give yourself a break.
Tomorrow, maybe go for TWO walks. Making this new behavior part of your daily routine is going to help you make it a permanent habit, so set those alarms and find yourself a good accountability partner!
I’d love to hear what habit you want to create, or maybe already have…leave me a comment! I’ll cheer you on!
And if you would like to know more about how GinAdmin can help you in achieving your business goals, head on over to GinAdmin.com and find out how I can make your job easier!
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