Things To Do When Business Slows Down Killeen TX

I’m sure you’ve seen it happen every year: your business slows down during predictable times, like the summer vacation months or year-end holidays. For the self-employed who rely upon steady cash flow, this can be a disconcerting time.

Local Companies

Little Blessings II
(254) 526-8878
803 N 10th St
Killeen, TX
New Beginnings Christian Academy Day Care
(254) 690-4255
3621 E Veterans Memorial Bl
Killeen, TX
Defense Logistics Management Group Inc
(254) 953-1121
3621 E Veterans Memorial Bl
Killeen, TX
Northrop Grumman
(254) 634-5088
100 E Central Texas Expy
Killeen, TX
Law Office of Christopher V Goodpastor For Ipm Education
(512) 370-3100
111 Congress Ave
Austin, TX
Intellistaff
(817) 329-5076
1701 W Northwest Iws Hwy
Grapevine, TX
Rhi Dallas Pro 723
(469) 374-2400
5005 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy
Dallas, TX
Gvnw Consulting Inc
(830) 896-5200
1001 Water St Ste A-100
Kerrville, TX
Dimmitt Isd-Day Care Program
(806) 647-0701
208 W Jones St
Dimmitt, TX
Tomball Business Center
(281) 357-1101
500 Malone St
Tomball, TX

Instead of languishing in no-business-never-land, get off your butt and do something to build the foundation of your business so that natural business cycles don’t affect you too deeply:

  1. Clean your office. Go through all the piles of papers and magazines that have been sitting around and get rid of them once and for all. Remember the office organizing mantra: do it, ditch it or delegate it. File all your papers, dust and vacuum your office. Reorganize your desk and your office so that you can find everything you need in 60 seconds or less.
  2. Take a mini-vacation from work. Walk away from your office and enjoy a day or two of renewal and relaxation. Go to a day spa. Take a weekend retreat. Go for a walk in the local park. Breathe.
  3. Get ready for tax season. If your business slows down during December, no worries! Use that time to prepare your tax files so that you can whiz through tax season (it’s coming sooner than you expect!). Tally business-related mileage for year. Estimate your last tax payment for the current year (many self-employed people make quarterly estimated tax payments; the final payment is usually due on January 15). Send your final invoices for the current year.
  4. If the slow time falls around the holidays, use them to your advantage. Get into the holiday spirit with your clients by mailing holiday cards and gifts to them. Make specially-discounted holiday offers to clients/customers. Offer them gift certificates that they can give to their family and friends for your services and products.
  5. Do your accounting. Enter all revenue and expenses into your recordkeeping system. Balance your checkbook.
  6. Become goal-oriented. Take this down-time to look at your current goals, to see how you’re doing so far and to write some new goals for the next 12 months. Create an updated marketing plan and budget. Make sure your budget includes a cash reserve to cover you during slow business times. Even if this business slow time falls mid-year, you can still spend time planning for the next 12-24 months.
  7. Go back to school. List the topics you’d like to study, the classes you’d like to take, or the books you’d like to read, to keep you up-to-date with your industry and business skills. Use your quiet business times to read, study and add to your intelligence pool.
  8. Get some personal chores done. Slow business times are ideal to schedule your annual dental and eye exams. It’s also a great time to clean out the attic, garage or basement. Remember, a strong personal foundation helps to propel your business forward.
  9. Go shopping. No, not for personal items (though that’s always fun!), but for business items. Have you been putting off buying a new PC? Now’s the time to research what’s out there and determine your next computer purchase. Is your office chair uncomfortable? Spend some time at office furniture stores “butt-testing” for a quality office chair that will support you properly. Stock up your office supplies. Buy some music CDs to play in your office to inspire you.
  10. Spend time with family and friends. When business is busy, it’s easy to sequester yourself away to get all that work done. Now that business is slow, come out of your cocoon and visit with family and friends. They’ve been wondering where you’ve disappeared to!

As you can see, slow business times can be used productively to prepare you for the next burst of business coming your way. Renew your business, your office, your Self, and create a firm foundation for the busy business days ahead! Always ask yourself, “How can I use these days wisely?”

About the Author:

Karyn Greenstreet is a Self Employment expert and small business coach. She shares tips, techniques and strategies with self-employed people to boost clarity and focus, create sustainable motivation, and increase sales and profits. Visit her website at www.PassionForBusiness.com.


Article Source:

thePhantomWriters Article Submission Service

Featured Local Company

JO Colley Associates PC

512-335-6166
12466 Los Indios Trail Ste 210
Austin, TX

Related Articles
- Computer Home Based Business Killeen TX
Do you own a computer? How about putting it to work for you? You can start a computer home based business. The internet and computers have really revolutionized home based business opportunities. There are just so many things you can do nowadays as a computer home based business.
- Home Business Solutions Killeen TX
- Hiring a Marketing Firm Killeen TX
- Starting Courier Business Killeen TX
- Business Insurance Policies Killeen TX
- Graphic Design Business Cards Killeen TX
- Business Leadership Killeen TX
- Startup Ideas From Home-based Business Advisor Killeen TX
- Explore Your Options When Closing Or Selling A Business Killeen TX
- Great Small Business Ideas Killeen TX
Related Articles
- Computer Home Based Business Killeen TX
Do you own a computer? How about putting it to work for you? You can start a computer home based business. The internet and computers have really revolutionized home based business opportunities. There are just so many things you can do nowadays as a computer home based business.
- Home Business Solutions Killeen TX
- Hiring a Marketing Firm Killeen TX
- Starting Courier Business Killeen TX
- Business Insurance Policies Killeen TX
- Graphic Design Business Cards Killeen TX
- Business Leadership Killeen TX
- Startup Ideas From Home-based Business Advisor Killeen TX
- Explore Your Options When Closing Or Selling A Business Killeen TX
- Great Small Business Ideas Killeen TX
Related Local Events
Business Networking Breakfast
Dates: 12/9/2009 - 12/9/2009
Location: Hilton Garden Inn
Temple, TX
View Details

Chamber Board Meeting
Dates: 11/19/2009 - 11/19/2009
Location: Temple Chamber of Commerce
Temple, TX
View Details

Business Networking Breakfast
Dates: 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009
Location: Temple College Pavilion
Temple, TX
View Details

Red Carpet Ambassador Committee Meeting-November
Dates: 11/11/2009 - 11/11/2009
Location: Temple Chamber of Commerce
Temple, TX
View Details

Temple Downtown Development Alliance Meeting - October
Dates: 10/6/2009 - 10/6/2009
Location: Temple Chamber of Commerce
Temple, TX
View Details

Rss   Delicious   Digg   Add To My Yahoo   Add To My Google   Bookmark   Search Plugin

Topics:
Advertising Family Home Services Real Estate Resources
Business Services Fashion Industrial Goods & Services Retail & Consumer Services
Career Financial Services Insurance Software
Cars Food & Beverage Internet Technology
Computer Hardware Franchise Legal Telecommunications
Construction Health Miscellaneous Trade Shows
Education Holidays Nightlife Travel
Entertainment Home Appliances Online Database Weddings
Environmental Home Electronics Pets World History