The SmallBizLady Buzz - Issue 244

?? Forget the Resolutions, Strengthen Your Resolve! ??

Happy New Year!

??As we step into 2025, it's time to ditch fleeting resolutions and strengthen your resolve to make this year your most successful yet. Ready to conquer your business goals with sass and determination? Let's dive in!

??Embrace the Power of Resolve

Resolutions are often wishful thoughts without a plan. Instead, focus on resolve—a firm decision backed by action. Define your business objectives clearly, create actionable steps, and commit to executing them with unwavering determination. Remember, success favors the bold and the prepared!

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Are you tired of spinning your wheels and feeling like your business is running YOU instead of the other way around?

You started this journey to make real money, build a life you love, and finally be the boss you were born to be. But now? You’re buried in to-do lists, your revenue isn’t where it should be, and honestly, you’re starting to wonder if it’s even worth it. Here’s the truth: You don’t need more hustle; you need a game plan.

What if you could:

• Attract clients who don’t blink at your prices?
• Boost your revenue without working yourself to exhaustion?
• Finally, feel confident about your next steps instead of second-guessing everything.

That’s EXACTLY what SmallBizLady Academy is all about. I created it for powerhouse women like you who are ready to stop struggling and start thriving. SmallBizLadyAcademy.com offers a supportive community and regular training on all things business, including starting a business, branding, social media selling, email marketing, and leadership development. Equip yourself to run a successful business and grow personally and professionally. Start with a Free 30-Day Free Trial today here. Use coupon code SBLAFREE at checkout.

Action Steps for the Week:

1. Set Clear Goals: Define what success looks like for your business in 2025. Be specific and set measurable targets.
2. Create an Action Plan: Break down your goals into actionable steps with deadlines.
3. Leverage Technology: Implement AI tools to streamline operations and increase productivity.
4. Invest in Professional Development: Join SmallBizLadyAcademy.com to gain the knowledge and support needed for growth.
5. Stay Accountable: Share your goals with a mentor or mastermind group to maintain focus and motivation this year.

Remember, the journey of entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint. Stay committed, embrace challenges as learning opportunities, and keep your eyes on the prize. Here's to a year of unwavering resolve and unparalleled success!

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Melinda F. Emerson, “SmallBizLady” is America’s?#1?Small Business Expert. She?is an internationally renowned keynote speaker on small business development, marketing and social selling. Melinda is also the president of the Quintessence Group, an award-winning marketing consulting firm based in Philadelphia, PA, serving Fortune 500 brands who target small business market. LinkedIn named her a Top Voice for 2019 in Small Business and Entrepreneurship.?In addition to being a former NY Times columnist, she is frequently quoted by media organizations including The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, MSNBC, CNBC and Fox News. She is the host of #Smallbizchat LIVE and The SmallBizChat Podcast. A prolific writer, Melinda has published more than 5000 articles on her blog www.succeedasyourownboss.com. Her small business advice is widely read reaching more than 3 million entrepreneurs each week online. She is the bestselling author of Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months, Revised and Expanded and Fix Your Business, a 90 Day Plan to Get Back Your Life and Reduce Chaos in Your Business.