The Main Takeaway

Quarterly business plans are the bridge between your annual goals and daily tasks. They turn intentions into actionable steps that drive meaningful progress.

Ready to Make 2025 Your Best Year? Let’s Talk PLANNING 🚀

Planning isn’t tedious—it’s your secret weapon for achieving the “impossible.” Years ago, I avoided planning, consumed by client demands. Everything changed when I embraced structured planning. Now, I break my year into quarterly business plans, monthly tasks, and weekly progress tracking.

Here’s the magic formula: ACCOUNTABILITY + ACTION = SUCCESS! 🏆

Why You Need Quarterly Business Plans

1. Essential for Growth
   To achieve new results, you must shift your approach. Quarterly business plans connect long-term goals to daily actions, ensuring intentions lead to tangible results.
2. Consistency is Key
   Schedule quarterly planning sessions at the start of the year. Make these non-negotiable, dedicating four hours during the last or first week of each quarter.
3. Team Collaboration Matters
   Involve your team to gain insights, avoid blind spots, and align everyone with your goals.

The Four-Step Process for Creating a Quarterly Business Plan

1. Celebrate Wins
   Start with positivity by acknowledging achievements. 🎉
2. Make Adjustments
   Apply the KISS quadrant—Keep, Improve, Stop, Start—to refine processes and boost efficiency.
3. Reflect on the Previous Quarter
   Review what worked, what didn’t, and carry over tasks that align with your goals.
4. Plan the New Quarter
   Choose up to four focus areas and break them into monthly tasks with clear deadlines.

Stay Accountable to Your Plan

Turn your plan into actionable tasks with clear accountability. Use tools like Monday.com to track progress and keep on course.

Final Thoughts

Start simple and adapt as needed. Quarterly planning can set the foundation for an epic year, whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or managing a team. 🌟

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The Main Takeaway Of This Episode: We discuss the five key ingredients that will help you plan for your best year in business yet. Each ingredient is a building block for success, and when combined, they create a solid foundation for scaling your business and enriching your life.

This time of the year, many of us have business growth on the brain.

But before we dive headfirst into goal-setting and planning for the year ahead, let’s hit pause for a second. 🚦

Because growth doesn’t just happen.

Rather, it’s something we create with intention and action. It starts with clarity about where you’ve been and where you’re going, and it flourishes when you align your actions with your values and your goals.

Skip setting the stage for business growth and you risk setting goals that don’t stick or don’t serve you. Before you know it, your goals end up like most of our New Year’s resolutions—dead and forgotten by the end of Jan. 🗑️

Which is exactly why today we’re going to set the stage for intentional growth.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have actionable steps to move into 2025 with clarity, focus, and momentum, ready to kick butt in your business.

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The holiday season can be a lot for us business owners—full of joy, stress, excitement, worry and all the feels in between. In this episode, I share how I’ve learned to thrive on the wild, emotional rollercoaster of it all. 🎢💪

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

🌗  The Duality of Life:  We explored how opposites—like light and dark, tapu and noa, day and night—teach us about balance and finding meaning in our experiences.

💔💖  The 50/50 of Emotions:  Recognising the balance between highs and lows can make a world of difference in how we manage our feelings.

🧠✨  The Power of Thoughts:  Your thoughts shape your emotions! Learn how to approach challenges and celebrate wins with intention and clarity.

🛠️🧘‍♀️  Practical Tools for the Holidays:  Reframing, mindfulness, and journaling are your holiday BFFs for staying grounded.

See you in 2025!

And with that said, we’re wrapping up 2024? 🎉 I want to say a massive thank you for being here, tuning in, and letting me be a part of your journey. This podcast exists because of you, and I’m so grateful for the connection we’ve built this year. 💛

Here’s to stepping into 2025 with intention, balance, and all the confidence to embrace the ups, downs, and everything in between. 🌟 Until next time—Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and keep building that amazing business your way! 🎄✨

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Be honest, how often do we juggle work and life responsibilities, especially during the holiday season 🎄✨, and how easy it is to feel torn between the two? (Trust me, I’ve been there.) That’s why this week’s podcast and blog episode, Your Guide To Work-Life Balance During The Holiday Season, is so close to my heart. 💖

This episode dives into how we can remain on top of things in both our professional and personal lives—without burnout or guilt. 🧘‍♀️

Here’s what you’ll take away:

• Setting clear priorities for work and life. 📝
• Identifying what you can simplify in your business. ⚙️
• Communicating boundaries with confidence ✋
• Avoiding the guilty feeling. 🛑
• Giving yourself permission to thrive imperfectly. 🌟

Ready to make this holiday season the best you’ve ever had for both your business and personal life?

Do You Want Some Help With This?

If finding work-life balance as a business owner during the holidays feels like a struggle, you know all too well, I hear you. Stepping out of the hustle and making space for what truly matters can feel impossible—but it doesn’t have to be. You get to choose a better way. 🌟

That’s why I created my free eBook, Mindset Mastery: Shift from Hustle to Scale. Inside, you’ll find practical strategies to help you:

✨ Let go of the pressure to do it all yourself. 
✨ Build systems that save you time and energy. 
✨ Cultivate a mindset that supports scaling your business without sacrificing your life.

The best part? You can start applying these strategies right now—even in the middle of the holiday madness. 🎄🎁

👉 Grab your free copy at http://www.sandrajulian.co/mindsetmastery

Curious about the Full Focus system? 📝 I also offer workshops to help you and your team master this game-changing approach to productivity. Get in touch and let’s make it happen!

Until next time, keep building your business your way. Here’s to a joyful, guilt-free holiday season filled with balance and presence. 🎉💛

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Growing your business should be exciting, not exhausting. 💥
Unfortunately, the reality is often different. 😩

BUT you don’t have to feel like you’re burning the candle at both ends. 🕯️
Believe me, I’ve been there. And I also worked very hard on ways to avoid it.

In this podcast episode, I share simple yet powerful tips so you can maximise your efforts and make your business more efficient and manageable. 🎧💡

The goal? To set your business up for sustainable growth while protecting your energy and well-being. 🌱✨

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How to get the most out of your lead capturing efforts. 🚀
• Sales strategies that maximise results and free up your time. ⏱️
• Tips for creating smooth delivery processes that keep clients happy and your workload balanced. 🤝📦

Remember, it’s about starting small, staying consistent, and keeping things simple.

With the right systems in place, you can grow your business without feeling overwhelmed. 😌 It’s absolutely doable, and I’ll show you how!

Would You Like Some Help With That?

Feeling overwhelmed and craving some personalised guidance? Check out my Business Growth Snapshot! For just $97, I’ll take a close look at your marketing, sales, and operations and provide you with a clear, actionable plan to accelerate your growth.
Visit www.sandrajulian.co/snapshot to learn more!

💬 I’d love to hear from you.  

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It’s not exactly a secret that complexity creeps in as our business grows - more tools, more processes, higher client demands - until suddenly, it feels like your business is running you!

BUT WHAT IF IT DIDN’T HAVE TO BE THAT WAY?

I’m sharing three actionable strategies to help you streamline, reduce the overwhelm, and focus on what truly fuels growth. 🌱💼

Imagine a workday where:

• Tasks are clear, priorities aligned, and distractions minimised,
• You feel energised, focused, and fully in control.

Sound good? When we simplify, we’re not just cutting back—we’re making space for sustainable growth.

👉 In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why simplicity is essential for growth,
• How to break free from the trap of complexity,
• 3 strategies to simplify, scale, and take back control.

Would You Like Some Help With That?

If you’re unsure where the opportunities for simplifying your business life, the Business Growth Snapshot is here to help! For just $97, I’ll dive into your marketing, sales, and operations, identifying clear growth opportunities and providing a straightforward, actionable plan to get you moving in the right direction right away. 🚀

Take advantage of this focused assessment to find out exactly where to streamline your business. Each of the strategies we’ve discussed - simplifying your business services, creating a smooth client journey, and implementing purposeful automation - can create a business model that’s manageable, scalable, and ultimately, more fulfilling.

Imagine having a clear pathway to growth that doesn’t add more to your plate but instead gives you the time and freedom to focus on what truly matters to you and your clients. 🌱 Embrace simplicity and build a business aligned with your values!

👉 Head over to www.sandrajulian.co/snapshot to grab your Business Growth Snapshot today. 

Let’s build a business that’s effective, enjoyable, and ready to grow sustainably.    

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Natasya Jones is the co-founder and Managing Director of Divergent Thinking and the guest on this podcast.

After the podcast episode with Katie Brown where we talk about what it’s like to run a business when you have ADHD (you can find it here https://sandrajulian.co/business-owner-with-adhd/), I REALLY wanted to build on this during my kōrero with Natasya.

And WOW, was this an eye-opener for me. 👀💡

It doesn’t matter if you’re…

• 👩 💼 a business owner thinking about hiring neurodiverse people (You SHOULD, Natasya explains why.)
• 🧠 one of the many entrepreneurs who is neurodiverse (Natasya gives you tips on how you can become the best possible version of yourself.)
• 💡 an entrepreneur looking to bring fresh, innovative approaches into their business.

Don’t miss out, because YOUR NEXT GREAT IDEA COULD COME FROM THE MOST UNEXPECTED PLACE! 🚀]

PS: The discount code Natasya mentions in the episode is: NQTICK 

Keen To Know More About Divergent Thinking?

Natasya Jones is the co-founder and Managing Director of Divergent Thinking. The company is all about celebrating the unique ways our brains work and promoting mental well-being 🌟.

Divergent Thinking offers help in 3 major ways: 

 Divergent Thinking provides a mix of consulting and training, helping companies understand how different minds can bring unique strengths to the table. Natasya’s team teaches businesses how to tap into this “diversity of thought” to boost productivity, innovation and well-being. They’ve even created a neurodiversity accreditation program to guide organisations in creating more inclusive environments.

 On top of neurodiversity in the workplace, a huge part of Natasya’s mission is focused on schools and communities, knowing that mental health and understanding our strengths start early.

 Natasya is also passionate about helping young people recognise their neurodiverse traits and empowering them to succeed, from the classroom to the workplace.

• Discover our nQuadrant cards HERE
• Book your intro session and use discount code NQTICK

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Just recently, I helped a client who was struggling with her business.

She did really well in growing the business to a certain point. Then… EVERYTHING STALLED, despite long hours and lots of efforts. She was ready to throw in the towel and contacted me in a last resort effort.

Once I had a closer look at her business and offered some solutions, SHE FREED UP HOURS EVERY WEEK. She even increased her client capacity by 20%. 🎉 And best of all, she felt so much more in control and less overwhelmed.

💡 This client is by no means an exception. Many businesses run into growth bottlenecks. More interestingly, THERE SEEMS TO BE A COMMON THREAD IN THE REASONS WHY THIS HAPPENS.

So, I’d thought I’d share the 9 most common reasons why businesses hit that wall AND how you can fix them.

The good news? Once you identify these bottlenecks and fix them, your business can thrive again. 💪

Would You Like Some Help With That?

OK , I admit.

It’s not always easy to see the forest for the trees when it comes to looking at your own business. It’s so much easier for somebody else to tell you where the reasons why your business isn’t growing lie. (This is exactly why a business coach has a business coach!)

If you’re feeling unsure about where those bottlenecks are hiding, don’t worry—that’s exactly what the Business Growth Snapshot is for!

For just $50, I’ll take a deep dive into your marketing, sales, and operations to uncover where your opportunities lie. You’ll walk away with a clear, actionable plan to make improvements that will move the needle for your business.

Normally, this Snapshot is priced at $97, but until the end of October, you can grab it for only $50! 🎉

Sound good? Head over tohttps://sandrajulian.co/business-growth-snapshot/ to secure your Business Growth Snapshot today. Let’s get those bottlenecks sorted so you can focus on what you do best—growing your business!

💪 Don't wait —this special pricing won't last forever!    

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Sometimes, things don’t quite go as planned. And that’s exactly what happened with this podcast episode! 🤯

I had everything set up perfectly—research done, questions ready, and a clear vision of where the interview with Katie Brown would go. But shortly after we had the introductions out of the way, our conversation took an unexpected turn.

Turns out, Katie is juggling not one, not two, but THREE businesses! Just listening to it had my head spinning. But when I asked her how she manages it all, she shared something eye-opening.

"I have ADHD." 🚀

Interestingly, this isn’t the first time I’ve heard this lately. It seems like many adults, including many female service business owners like Katie, are getting diagnosed with ADHD.

So, we ditched my original plan and we dove into a fascinating discussion about what it’s like to run a business with ADHD.

In this episode, we cover:

• The positives (Yes, there are plenty!) and challenges of having ADHD
• What happens when you get diagnosed as an adult
• Strategies to manage ADHD in a business setting
• How ADHD experiences can differ between men and women

Katie’s story is a great reminder that sometimes the things we think hold us back can actually push us forward. If you’re a female entrepreneur with ADHD (or even if you’re not!), Katie’s story shows that there’s always a way to turn challenges into opportunities. 🌈

Feeling inspired by Katie’s story? If you’re a female entrepreneur with ADHD, let us know in the comments how you harnessed your unique strengths and turned obstacles into opportunities. Because the more we talk about the challenges we face, the more we can help others overcome them. 🌟✨

Connect With Katie Brown

Social Good is a wāhine-Māori owned digital communications agency specialising in marketing, social media, and digital training. Katie and her team use strategic, system-wide thinking to empower your teams, and deliver impactful communications that benefit both people and the planet.🌏💚  

Website: https://socialgood.co.nz/
Email: [email protected]

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CULTURAL HERITAGE + JOY = BUSINESS SUCCESS 💼✨

This pretty much sums up our latest podcast episode with Scarlet Mokaraka.🎧

Scarlet talks about how going back to her Māori roots created the foundations for a business that's not just profitable but also deeply fulfilling.

But even if you haven’t got a Māori bone in your body, you may find Scarlet’s story very inspiring.

SEE,..
As much as Scarlet’s story is about staying connected to your roots. It’s equally about the importance of values, community and finding joy in your business.

It’s about creating something meaningful and impactful. (Isn’t that what we all want?)

Her story is one that really makes you stop and think about how we can bring more of our authentic selves into our business. If you’ve ever wondered how to align your business with your values, or how to find true joy in what you do, YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS THIS EPISODE! 🎙️

After you listen, I’d love to hear your thoughts—what values are you bringing into your business? What’s your inspiration? How do you find joy in your work? Let’s chat! 💬

Connect With Scarlet Mokaraka

Kairākau Awhi is the world's only industry-registered, hapū (community)-led Māori Virtual Assistant Agency, providing admin, events and communications services for pākihi (business and organisations).

The business is based in Kaikohe, all the way up in the Far North.

🌐 https://kairaakau.co.nz
💼 

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