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Do you often have to throw your 90-day business plan out of the window because events come up that throw a wrench in the works?

Over the past few years, pandemics, social justice movements, and wars have made the world feel more chaotic than ever. And that impacts you as a small business owner, as do the things just going on in your personal life.

So, how do you bridge that gap between your quarterly plans and yearly goals? In this episode of the Promote Yourself to CEO podcast, you’ll learn how to take your goals for the next year and turn them into an achievable plan. I’ll teach you the difference between process and project goals, the critical systems you need to make it all work, and examples of where you might need to shore up your business.

On this episode of Promote Yourself to CEO:

5:19 - What type of goals are you setting for your business? There’s a difference between process goals and project goals.

10:43 - Many small business owners are doing project goals they think will grow their business. Ask yourself these two questions when it comes to your goals.

15:00 - Is your business leaking anywhere? Do an audit to see where you need to plug the gaps.

22:35 - Make sure you have these three systems dialed in for all your offers so that you (and your team) succeed without burnout.

26:50 - What can happen if you don’t implement these systems in your business before adding new things?

29:54 - Here’s an example of a project versus process goal within my business. It enables me to take this next step with The CEO Collective I’ve been working on behind the scenes.

Mentioned in How to Bridge the Gap Between Your 90-Day and 12-Month Plans

• Plan Your Best Year Ever Challenge
• 90-Day CEO Operating System
• The CEO Collective
• Racheal on Instagram and TikTok
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• LinkedIn: @rachealcook
• YouTube: @the_ceo_collective
• Website: The CEO Collective

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I'm revealing why your once-reliable business systems may be failing in today's economy. In this episode, I'll guide you through revitalizing your client growth engine by strategically analyzing your attract, engage, nurture, and invite systems. You'll learn to identify where your best clients actually come from, eliminate friction points in your sales process, and build sustainable relationships instead of chasing marketing trends. Take control of your business growth with my proven, relationship-focused strategies that bring consistent results.

Connect with Me:

• Instagram: @racheal.cook
• TikTok: @rachealcookmba
• LinkedIn: @rachealcook
• YouTube: @the_ceo_collective
• Website: The CEO Collective

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Decision-making during uncertain times can make or break your business. When stress levels rise, our natural decision-making abilities become compromised, pushing us into either reactive choices or complete avoidance—both potentially devastating for long-term success.
The entrepreneurs who navigate turbulent periods most effectively aren't those making the quickest decisions, but those making thoughtful, aligned ones. This episode walks you through creating your own decision-making framework based on the 90-Day CEO Operating System, providing a structured approach to evaluate opportunities and challenges without falling prey to panic-driven reactions.
Your decision-making matrix should start with your vision—what's your core business model, who do you serve, and what impact do you want to create? Even when you can't see years ahead, clarity about your 12-month goals provides essential context. From there, every potential decision should be filtered through alignment questions: Does this fit your existing offers? Does it serve your current clients' evolving needs? Does it leverage your established marketing and sales systems rather than forcing you to build entirely new ones?
During economic uncertainty, clients naturally seek safety and security. Smart entrepreneurs anticipate these shifts by creating risk-reversal options—perhaps offering satisfaction guarantees, bite-sized entry offers, or more flexible payment terms. But these adaptations must still align with your core strengths, brand identity, and team capacity.
Perhaps most vital is filtering decisions through your values. If "life before business" matters to you, will a potential change respect that boundary? Will it move you closer to your personal definition of success, not just financial targets? By creating and consistently using a comprehensive decision matrix, you'll navigate even the most challenging times with greater confidence and clarity.
What decision has been weighing on your mind lately? Try applying this framework and share what insights emerge. Your thoughtful decision-making now will position your business for sustainable success regardless of external circumstances.

Connect with Me:

• Instagram: @racheal.cook
• TikTok: @rachealcookmba
• LinkedIn: @rachealcook
• YouTube: @the_ceo_collective
• Website: The CEO Collective

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Running a business during political and economic uncertainty requires strategic focus, not panic. In this episode, I share practical strategies to stay grounded when consumer spending tightens and decision fatigue creeps in. Learn how to audit expenses, build a cash cushion, optimize your marketing systems, and implement the "less but better" approach that preserves your capacity. Discover why adjusting tasks based on your energy levels helps maintain productivity without burnout. Rather than waiting to see what happens, these actionable frameworks will help you navigate challenging times while continuing to build your business as an act of resistance.

Connect with Me:

• Instagram: @racheal.cook
• TikTok: @rachealcookmba
• LinkedIn: @rachealcook
• YouTube: @the_ceo_collective
• Website: The CEO Collective

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If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

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