{"id":74059,"date":"2017-08-30T13:27:48","date_gmt":"2017-08-30T20:27:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spring.is\/old\/?p=74059"},"modified":"2017-12-05T12:49:15","modified_gmt":"2017-12-05T20:49:15","slug":"10-top-tips-goal-setting-grow-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spring.is\/old\/blog\/10-top-tips-goal-setting-grow-business\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Top Tips about Goal Setting to Grow your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"74059\" class=\"elementor elementor-74059 elementor-bc-flex-widget\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-35feb83e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"35feb83e\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-264228f0\" data-id=\"264228f0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c90a0fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1c90a0fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.16.0 - 13-09-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"1rfss-0-0\"><figure id=\"attachment_73941\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-73941\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-73941 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/spring.is\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/MVP-to-Product-Launch-24-copy-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Startup School sales workshop\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-73941\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spring Startup School &#8211; Maxine Bulloch<\/figcaption><\/figure><h1 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"1rfss-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"1rfss-0-0\">10 Top Tips about Goal Setting to Grow your Business<\/span><\/h1><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"1fmk3-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"1fmk3-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"1fmk3-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"650sq-0-0\"><h3 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"650sq-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"650sq-0-0\">As an entrepreneur, you <\/span><span class=\"adverb\"><span data-offset-key=\"650sq-1-0\">probably<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"650sq-2-0\"> have a huge laundry list of to-dos. You might even use project management tools to organize your thoughts. <\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"8l88i-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"8l88i-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"8l88i-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"5eks5-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"5eks5-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"5eks5-0-0\">But let&#8217;s be honest&#8230; <\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"bma30-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"bma30-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"bma30-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"7jp22-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"7jp22-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"7jp22-0-0\">How often do you postpone due dates and make excuses for unfinished work?<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"39j2d-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"39j2d-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"39j2d-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"9bckt-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"9bckt-0-0\"><span class=\"veryhardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"9bckt-1-0\">So far, I&#8217;ve learned that entrepreneurs who set goals and track processes turn out more successful and create stronger company cultures<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"9bckt-2-0\">. <\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"9tl9e-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"9tl9e-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"9tl9e-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"ap9aa-0-0\"><h3 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"ap9aa-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"ap9aa-0-0\">In this blog post, we&#8217;ll go over why goal setting is important, and how to stay on top of your biggest tasks. Here\u2019s why:<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"6j8j8-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"6j8j8-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"6j8j8-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"14a9g-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"14a9g-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"14a9g-0-0\">Goal setting keeps you accountable<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"cqh7v-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"cqh7v-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"cqh7v-0-0\">The path of launching and growing a business is hard. <\/span><span class=\"veryhardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"cqh7v-1-0\">We have to make many changes and adjustments, AKA pivots, along the way as we respond to customer needs, budgeting, expansion opportunities, and developing a strong work culture<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"cqh7v-2-0\">. Goals help us to link what we are doing this month with what we are trying to do with our <\/span><span class=\"complexword\"><span data-offset-key=\"cqh7v-3-0\">overall<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"cqh7v-4-0\"> vision. <\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"4h0ac-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"4h0ac-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"4h0ac-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"306dk-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"306dk-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"306dk-0-0\">Goals allow you to reflect on your progress and learning<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"36bvr-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"36bvr-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"36bvr-0-0\">It\u2019s often said that a goal without a deadline is a dream. The power of goals is the ability for us to set completion dates, and also measurements. When we do, we know we accomplished them when we wanted to, and to what level of success. <\/span><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"36bvr-1-0\">Measuring helps us to learn from our experiences and apply that learning to our future goals so we get better<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"36bvr-2-0\">. We learn to execute well.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"7b5n8-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"7b5n8-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"7b5n8-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"abql-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"abql-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"abql-0-0\">Goal setting encourages teamwork<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"feqvd-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"feqvd-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"feqvd-0-0\">Everyone on the team is working hard to make the company successful. But without involving your team in goal setting, they may lose sight of why they are working so hard. <\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"c3225-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"c3225-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"c3225-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"1r4cq-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"1r4cq-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"1r4cq-0-0\">As a founder you need your team to understand how their role fits into the <\/span><span class=\"complexword\"><span data-offset-key=\"1r4cq-1-0\">overall<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"1r4cq-2-0\"> vision of the company. It\u2019s much easier for teams to support each other when goals are <\/span><span class=\"adverb\"><span data-offset-key=\"1r4cq-3-0\">clearly<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"1r4cq-4-0\"> laid out, and they have direction on how to help. This builds a culture of goals, teamwork, and execution.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"fq4ac-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"fq4ac-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"fq4ac-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"dr269-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"dr269-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"dr269-0-0\">Goals help us to share our story<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"559ne-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"559ne-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"559ne-0-0\">To reach success, we need to tell our story. That means everything including our successes, failures, milestones, and the journey. As an entrepreneur, you&#8217;ll share that with customers, partners, investors, and many others. <\/span><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"559ne-1-0\">Creating a culture of goal setting helps give your story structure, and highlights the progress of your company over time<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"559ne-2-0\">.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"5huqc-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"5huqc-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"5huqc-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"712k7-0-0\"><h3 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"712k7-0-0\"><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"712k7-0-0\">Now that we\u2019ve made the case for goal setting, here are my top tips for optimizing your goal process that I\u2019ve seen work with outstanding entrepreneurs<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"712k7-1-0\">.<\/span><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"din8v-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"din8v-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"din8v-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"82v0n-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"82v0n-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"82v0n-0-0\">Set 30 day, 90 day, and 1 year goals<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"d8uvi-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"d8uvi-0-0\"><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"d8uvi-0-0\">With shorter and longer term goals you will be able to balance objectives and projects to ensure you focus on the biggest priorities<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"d8uvi-1-0\">. As your company grows, you\u2019ll have more developed 3-5 year goals too. A summary will also help you simplify these goals and link them between different times.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"atgn4-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"atgn4-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"atgn4-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"6g793-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"6g793-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"6g793-0-0\">Tie them to your vision and values<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"6ahnu-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"6ahnu-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"6ahnu-0-0\">Make sure that you and your team, can see the link between your goals. A team that know why they are doing will be better able to execute and hit their targets.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"2fp6v-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"2fp6v-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"2fp6v-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"bp40t-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"bp40t-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"bp40t-0-0\">Stick to 5 major goals<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"63suh-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"63suh-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"63suh-0-0\">Keep it simple, and focus your efforts on less than 5 major goals. <\/span><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"63suh-1-0\">This way, you&#8217;ll spend your energy on what&#8217;s <\/span><\/span><span class=\"adverb\"><span data-offset-key=\"63suh-2-0\">truly<\/span><\/span><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"63suh-3-0\"> important, and your supporting goals will soon fall into place<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"63suh-4-0\">.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"db5th-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"db5th-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"db5th-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"a5li1-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"a5li1-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"a5li1-0-0\">Set SMART Goals<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"2dbeb-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"2dbeb-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"2dbeb-0-0\">SMART is a <\/span><span class=\"complexword\"><span data-offset-key=\"2dbeb-1-0\">methodology<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"2dbeb-2-0\"> that stuck in the business world for a reason. Being Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely are hallmarks of great goals. Remember, to stay Measureable, every goal should have a date and\/or a number. With the data-driven world that we live in today, it&#8217;s never been easier to track these metrics.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"1t7cr-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"1t7cr-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"1t7cr-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"ajqu2-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"ajqu2-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"ajqu2-0-0\">Have an accountability partner<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"eqpre-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"eqpre-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"eqpre-0-0\">As a Founder or CEO, it\u2019s twice as important that you have someone to review and discuss goals. You may have Advisors, a Board, or peers. Regardless of who your discussions are relevant to, make sure you share and gain feedback. Make sure to avoid tunnel vision, lack of focus, and any other blind spots we may have in our leadership styles.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"531ap-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"531ap-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"531ap-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"15hnl-0-0\"><h2 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"15hnl-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"15hnl-0-0\">Reflect and Revisit monthly<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"5mm7d-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"5mm7d-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"5mm7d-0-0\">How are you doing on your goals? <\/span><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"5mm7d-1-0\">Ensure you revisit them on a monthly basis to track progress, changes, market dynamics, and other inputs<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"5mm7d-2-0\">. I can&#8217;t stress how important it is to reflect on your growth, and to ensure you\u2019re always on track for success.<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"49iv6-0-0\">\u00a0<\/div><h2 data-offset-key=\"49iv6-0-0\">Conclusion<\/h2><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"86akm-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"86akm-0-0\"><span class=\"hardreadability\"><span data-offset-key=\"86akm-0-0\">Goal setting is a simple process, and with a bit of time and effort to create them, you&#8217;ll have more clarity to lead your company to success<\/span><\/span><span data-offset-key=\"86akm-1-0\">. <\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"disu7-0-0\"><div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"disu7-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"disu7-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"bt3n9-0-0\"><h3 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"bt3n9-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"bt3n9-0-0\">Want to set better goals and stick to them?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h3 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"bt3n9-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"bt3n9-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h3 class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"bt3n9-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"bt3n9-0-0\">Learn more about our Leaders Roundtable groups and see how they can help you stay accountable and push you to greater heights for 2018!<\/span><\/h3><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61f5bb4 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"61f5bb4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-size-lg\" role=\"button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Learn More<\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"elnqj\" data-offset-key=\"650sq-0-0\">\n<p>As an entrepreneur, you probably have a huge laundry list of to-dos. You might even use project management tools to organize your thoughts. 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