In Part 1 we discussed having a plan. 

In Part 2 we discussed reviewing and revising our plan on a regular basis. 

Today, in Part 3 we are discussing S.M.A.R.T Planning. 

"The SMART acronym first appeared in the November 1981 issue of Management Review. "There's a S.M.A.R.T. way to write management goals and objectives." was the title and it was written by George Doran, Arthur Miller, and James Cunningham." according to smart-goals-guide.com. 

According to the same source: "When the S.M.A.R.T goal was first introduced to the world it was an acronym which stood for: 

S. - Specific 

M. - Measurable 

A. – Assignable 

R. - Realistic 

T. – Time-based - In other words when you set a goal you had to ensure it was specific, measurable, assignable, realistic and time-based." 

Here are some other words that came be used to perhaps make it better fit your needs. 

"S - Specific, or significant, stretching, stimulating, simple, self-owned, strategic, sensible

M. - Measurable, or meaningful, motivating, manageable, maintainable 

A. – Achievable, or attainable, action-oriented, appropriate, agreed, assignable, ambitious, accepted, audacious 

R. - Relevant, or rewarding, results-oriented, resourced, recorded, reviewable, robust

T. – Time based or time-bound, timelined, track-able"

During today's broadcast, we created our own from the above ... listen and see what's up.  Tune in next week as we wrap up Q1 with 2 other planning methods.

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Last week we discussed having a plan. 

This week we are discussing things that you might need to change in your plan [or put in your plan if you do not already have one]. 

In reviewing my own plan, I have much to change and revise, and I discuss it today.  

This will be revised in the next day or two, but due to an issue beyond my immediate control [the computer ate my update versus the dog ate my homework].  I had it typed up, and the computer really did eat it.  LOL.

S.M.A.R.T. Plan  -   the original meaning of the S.M.A.R.T.  acronym -  

S. - Specific

Thank you for supporting the podcast.

I trust each of my listeners have a plan, whether or not you have a business or not. You need to have a plan for what you will be doing in all areas of your life. 

Many of the same resources that help entrepreneurs and other business people grow to new levels, are also available in other areas of life to help you grow beyond your current level. 

You might choose a coach, a mentor, a trainer or other ... let's review and see what we need to keep and delete before Q2 begins.

I invite you to join me for our monthly Lunch & Learn where you can learn how to have your best 90 Day Plan with our guest speaker, Nadine Mullins.  Tickets are available here - Business Success - It Is NOT a Matter of Luck - due to illness I moved this event to June 14, please plan on joining us.

 The definition of Ambassador is:  a person who acts as a representative or promoter of a specified activity -- I would add or of a specific business or event.  

When a business owner or event host asks you to be their Ambassador, they are saying, "I trust you with my brand." 

There's so much more, so please, grab a cup of coffee and listen in.

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 You need to network so people know your business exists and is open for business.

Remember we defined networking a couple weeks ago as the action or process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts - the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions for the cultivation of productive relationships for business.

But you cannot simply find a bunch of events, buy a handful of tickets and go conquer the world.

There's really so much more to it, and if you want to avoid the pitfalls, grab the hand of this pro and learn how to network for profitability.

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It really is all about relationships - either the ones you have, or the ones you don't have.

We all know what "personal relationships" are about, but do you truly understand what business relationships are about?

BusinessDictionary.com defines business relationship as "An association between individuals or companies entered into for commercial purposes and sometimes formalized with legal contracts or agreements. Many senior corporate executives maintain a friendly business relationship with an extensive network of other executives, business people and contractors that they can call upon for advice or for other business purposes."

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Why you need to know the 3 C's and which one is really the most important. 

1. Clients - people or organizations using the services of a lawyer or other professional person or company 

2. Collaborators - people who work jointly on an activity or project; an associate 

3. Competitors - an organization or country engaged in commercial or economic competition with others - Any person or entity which is a rival against another. In business, a company in the same industry or a similar industry which offers a similar product or service. People selling or buying goods or services in the same market as another person. 

Networking: the action or process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts - the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions for the cultivation of productive relationships for business.

You know you need to network more, but you are such how to do so intentionally and strategically - let's have a conversation.

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Learning how to handle it when someone says something they believe is positive to you, but it is really a negative; is a skill we all must have. 

Handling this can often be a really tough thing to do. However, you must learn to handle it,  otherwise it can sideline you and take you completely out of the game.

As we leave the "mess" that was 2018 for many behind, and move forward in 2019; we simply must do so with a new mindset of professionalism.  

You know you need to network more but you really aren't clear on how to do so strategically, let's have a conversation.  Visit https://bit.ly/RRHBookOnline and schedule your conversation and find out why working with me will help you become part of the 12% of those who network that actually profit from their networking endeavors.

In reviewing Metro ATL & Beyond's Lunch & Learn:  New Year - Fresh Start, I discuss professional head shots as part of your self-investment, and why your appearance and makeup are vital to your earning power.