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In this episode, we break down five critical elements that are essential for building a robust business plan for the coming year. First, we’ll discuss the importance of taking inventory—assessing your business performance, the state of the economy, competitor positioning, and even a personal reflection on your leadership. Next, we’ll dive into defining strategic initiatives for the year, understanding their budget impact, and getting your team to executive on these initiatives.
From there, we move into the nuts and bolts of drafting a comprehensive budget—covering sales forecasts, lead generation targets, gross profit margins, and anticipated expenses. Then, we’ll explore how to secure buy-in from your leadership and the broader team, ensuring alignment and accountability. Finally, we’ll wrap up by talking about the importance of ongoing monitoring to ensure your plan stays on track, with regular check-ins and adjustments to respond to any shifts during the year.
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In this episode, we break down five critical elements that are essential for building a robust business plan for the coming year. First, we’ll discuss the importance of taking inventory—assessing your business performance, the state of the economy, competitor positioning, and even a personal reflection on your leadership. Next, we’ll dive into defining strategic initiatives for the year, understanding their budget impact, and getting your team to executive on these initiatives.
From there, we move into the nuts and bolts of drafting a comprehensive budget—covering sales forecasts, lead generation targets, gross profit margins, and anticipated expenses. Then, we’ll explore how to secure buy-in from your leadership and the broader team, ensuring alignment and accountability. Finally, we’ll wrap up by talking about the importance of ongoing monitoring to ensure your plan stays on track, with regular check-ins and adjustments to respond to any shifts during the year.
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