7 Ways to Set a Powerful Business Vision for the New Year

On December 27, 2017
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Chances are, you had a specific goal or business vision in mind when you first set about starting your business. Over time, though, those initial goals have a way of getting lost in the day-to-day hustle and bustle of keeping a business running. They may grow outdated, or the company may simply outgrow them. Regardless, you can end up with a company that is focused on running (and possibly running well) but not really going anywhere because it lacks a central vision to drive it forward. With the dawning of a new year, it’s the perfect time to establish a

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7 Ways to Set a Powerful Business Vision for the New Year