It's That 2013 New Year's Resolution Post

It’s that time of year again.  We buy a new jogging outfit, upload plenty of uplifting tunes to our mp3 players, buy a few gallons of skim milk, and pledge a lifetime of fitness.  But what about pledging some business fitness as well?

Sure, I’ll be working harder this year to make friends with my treadmill, but I’m really in the mood to bulk up my business muscle.  Therefore, I’m posting my business resolutions for 2013.  (Because everyone tells me it makes you more accountable if you let people know your resolutions!)

2013 Your Gal Friday Business Resolutions

Acquire a new workspace

Working from home can make you lax.  It’s so easy to be mobile and eventually you find yourself curled up on the couch rather than sitting at a desk or table with your laptop. I’ve been having shoulder issues, so sitting upright at the right spot seems to be the answer.  I jumped ahead and filled this resolution.  Here’s my new focus point where you’ll find me working throughout the day.  (Thanks Craigslist!)

Make a Schedule

Businesses online always have high hopes for blogging more, tweeting more and just generally “getting the word out” more.  I’m now on a schedule.  We’ll, let’s say I have a schedule, and I’ve followed it for the past four days.

Reach out More

How many networking events did you go to last year?  How much advertising did you buy?  How much time did you spend volunteering under the name of your business?  It’s time to get out there and meet people, shake hands, say hello, and see what’s going on in the world away from my new desk!

Read Emails

Don’t worry – I’m always reading your emails.  I’m talking about those that I sign up for.  Newsletters, business tips, etc.   Why do I sign up for them if I’m not going to read them?  I’m making it a point to read, to learn and maybe even comment!

Have Fun

Business can’t be so serious all the time.  And we can’t be all business all the time either.  Remember to take a step back, go out to eat, meet friends and play games.

What business resolutions do you have?