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The festive season is officially behind us, and it’s time to gear up.
But how do you shake off the holiday sluggishness and get back into action in the best way possible?
We want to help you have a huge year, so we’re sharing the strategies used by the most successful businesses we work with.
These 3 tactics will help you get into gear and make 2025 your biggest year yet.
Let’s get into it:
HOW TO GET INTO GEAR FOR A HUGE 2025
1. Do It Step by Step
Let’s be real—you’re not going to hit 100% productivity the minute you’re back at your desk.
And that’s totally okay.
It’s like getting back to the gym: you wouldn’t expect to bench press your max weight on the first day.
Instead, you’d start with some warm-up sets and gradually build back up.
What this means for your business:
Get back to it step by step, focusing on creating good habits and building momentum that supports you moving forward.
Start by re-familiarising yourself with your goals, prioritising what needs immediate attention, and breaking tasks down into manageable chunks.
Example: don't plan & kick off a new marketing campaign tomorrow, take the time to do it properly.
Or, if you’re setting new team goals, start by having one-on-one check-ins with each person to understand where they’re at.
2. Use the Quiet Time to Your Advantage
The first few weeks after the holidays are often quieter for small businesses.
Don’t let yourself get sucked into the usual noise and distractions right away - leverage that quiet time.
What this means for your business:
Use this period to tidy up, plan, and get organised for the year ahead.
If you haven’t already done it, take the time to review your financials from the previous year and set clear budget goals for the upcoming months.
Clean up your inbox and start with a fresh slate.
Or, take a look at your customer experience and identify improvement opportunities - maybe streamlining your onboarding process or improving your website's usability.
Whatever it is, do it now - not when things get busy and you don’t have time.
3. Get Your Team Focused on What Matters
The new year is a fresh start, and your team should be aligned with your big goals for 2025.
Don’t let them slip back into old habits without clear direction.
What this means for your business:
Set the tone for the year by clearly communicating your goals and priorities to your team.
Start by having a meeting where you highlight key goals, talk about what’s expected, and explain how everyone’s role fits into the bigger picture.
By focusing your team’s energy on what really matters, they're less likely to get back onto old habits and unproductive tasks that don’t move the needle.
Bottom Line:
Now is the perfect time to set yourself and your team up for success in 2025.
By taking it step by step, using the quiet time to your advantage, and ensuring your team is aligned with your big goals, you'll set the foundation for a truly incredible year ahead.
Good luck and have fun - we're rooting for you!
Speak soon,
Lynne & Steve
TLDR:
- Getting back into gear after the holidays can be tricky, so we shared our top 3 tactics to shake off the sluggishness and set yourself up for a huge year:
- Take it Step by Step: Get back into your good habits and build momentum.
- Use the Quiet Time: Leverage the slower start to get organised and set clear goals.
- Focus Your Team: Align everyone with your big goals for the year to ensure you're all moving in the right direction.
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