A Midyear Check-In Could Be The Key To Success in 2022
They say that the slowest months for any business all start with the letter “J". For us here at Copperheart, that definitely rings true!
For many entrepreneurs, July is a month to rest and recharge. This time of year is all about slowing down, hitting the beach, and taking a breather with family and friends. Because we tend to have a bit more bandwidth, it’s also the perfect time for a midyear inventory!
Why is a midyear check-in important?
Getting intentional about what’s working in your business and what needs improvement is key to achieving the dreams you mapped out at the top of the year. Taking time to sit with how you’re feeling and refresh your goals will ensure you’re on track and reveal areas that need some extra support.
Plus, it’s a really fun exercise that opens up opportunities for even MORE growth in 2022!
So how does a midyear check-in work?
There are so many ways to do a midyear check-in on your business! Our best advice is to make the experience something special. Block some time in your calendar and grab a fresh journal and calendar. Create an environment that encourages reflection. If you work from home, maybe that means you light some candles and set the mood with music and cozy sweats. Maybe you go even further and book a hotel room or Airbnb to get out of your space and really dig deep. Only you know what inspires you to reflect and set goals, so just be mindful about where you start the process.
Have a team? Be sure to involve them in the process! Encourage your crew to do their own midyear check-in and give them some personal prompts to guide them along. It’s a great way to ensure your team is still aligning with the vision behind your brand.
A few things to ponder…
A midyear check-in is really all about asking yourself what’s worked so far and what you see for your business moving forward. We’ve compiled a few journaling prompts to help you get started, so feel free to use these, share them with your team or a business bestie who can support you, and start the journey strong!
Is 2022 what I expected so far?
How am I feeling about my business right now?
What are the three greatest lessons I’ve learned so far this year?
What’s currently working in my business?
What’s not working?
Are my goals/big scary dreams still the same? If not, how have they changed?
What would I like to focus on the rest of the year?
Where could I use some extra support? Who in my life can offer that support?
How is my team? Do I need to make any changes in roles or communication?
What do I need to release as I go into the second half of the year?
What do I need to invite in?
What am I most looking forward to this year in my business?
Final suggestions…
If you’re visual like us, get creative with your future self! Look at your calendar or write out each month. Designate a theme or jot down something you want to accomplish from August through December. Hang it somewhere prominent to keep you motivated.
If you’re still working towards a fresh goal or dream, get intentional with the second half of the year! Look at the months you have left and break down what you can feasibly accomplish in each. Creating more bite-sized goals is a great way to stay accountable, plus you get to celebrate those little wins boosting your confidence!
If you’re ready to step into that big scary dream and need some branding support, we’d love to connect with you! If your goal is to brand/rebrand your business next year, we highly suggest you BOOK NOW. You don’t wait until the end of the year to get launch support in 2023. Click here to start the process!