Every business starts with a dream. 💭 Some want to create something new, others want to be the best at what they do. But all business owners want their companies to grow and succeed over time. The secret isn’t always working harder—it’s building good daily habits. 📅
At BizSmart, we often say, “You only learn from trying things” and “Fix what bugs you.” This month, we’re talking about something that can really change the game: building the right habits. These are small actions you do over and over that help turn your ideas into real results. Habits are like the heartbeat of your business—they keep everything moving in the right direction. ❤️ When you stick to helpful habits, your team works better together. Everyone knows what to do, and your business runs more smoothly. Instead of always putting out fires, your team can plan ahead and stay focused on the big picture. Good habits connect your daily tasks to your long-term goals 🎯
Have You Ever Felt Like Your Team is Busy But Not Getting Anywhere?
That’s often because they don’t have a rhythm—a regular way of working that keeps them on track. Having habits gives your team energy and helps them keep moving forward. ⚡ It’s not about doing everything perfectly. It’s about doing the most important things regularly. And the best part? These habits are simple and don’t cost much to start. You don’t need fancy tools or expensive consultants. Just some time, commitment, and consistency. 🔁 Every time you follow these habits, your team gets better. Your business gets stronger.
Let’s take a closer look at three habits that can help your business grow: 90-Day Planning, Smart7 Weekly Meetings, and Focused Work Time with the One Key Thing. These habits help your team stay focused, work together, and turn plans into action. 🛠️
90-Day Planning - Set Your Goals Every Quarter 🎯
Think about running a race without any checkpoints. You might run in the wrong direction or get tired and give up. That’s what running a business feels like without a plan. At BizSmart, we help companies plan every 90 days using something called a G90 Summit. It’s a time to stop, look at what’s going on, and make a plan for the next three months.
This is also what people mean when they say, "work on your business, not just in it." 🧩 But what does that actually mean? It means stepping back from the daily tasks and taking time to think about the bigger picture—what’s going well, what needs to change, and where you want to go next. Working on your business is about making smart choices, setting goals, and creating a path forward, instead of just dealing with whatever pops up each day.
Using a G90 Summit helps you do just that. It gives you and your team space to think clearly, stay on track, and make better decisions for the future of your company.
90-Day Planning isn’t just about goals. It’s about creating a regular routine. It helps break big goals into smaller steps. It keeps your team focused and helps you catch problems early. You take time to think about your vision, what’s working, what’s not, and where to go next.
Here’s how to do it:
Plan your next four G90 Summits.
Then In each summit:
Talk about what went well and what didn’t.
Think about your big goals and where you’re heading.
Choose 5–7 top goals for the business.
Let each team member pick 3–5 personal goals to help the business.
Connect all goals to clear results you can measure.
This habit builds focus and teamwork.🤝 It may not be exciting at first, but it works. Becky Benfield-Humberstone from The Brand Artisan said that using Smart90 helped her team stay organized and work better together every week.
Smart7 Weekly Meetings: Keep Everyone on the Same Page 📃
A business without regular check-ins is like a person without a heartbeat. Smart7 Weekly Meetings aren’t just normal team meetings. They’re short, focused, and powerful. They keep your team connected and moving in the right direction.
But here’s the thing—many businesses don’t actually hold these kinds of meetings. Why not? Sometimes it's because they feel too busy to stop and talk. Other times, they worry meetings will just be a waste of time. And often, they simply don’t know what a good weekly check-in looks like.
That’s why Smart7 is so important. It gives you a simple format that works. Without this habit, teams drift, communication breaks down, and problems pile up. When people don’t meet regularly, they miss chances to fix small issues before they turn into big ones. Everyone starts pulling in different directions, and progress slows down.
Holding regular Smart7 meetings helps your team stay focused, share updates, and solve challenges together. It’s a time to pause, plan, and move forward with purpose. 🧭 And when you make it a habit, your team starts to look forward to these check-ins. They feel heard, supported, and ready to take on the week.
So even if it feels like there’s no time, make time. Smart7 isn’t just a meeting—it’s a tool that keeps your business healthy and growing.
These meetings take about an hour and happen every week. They cover everything from company values to what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next. They help your team work better together and stay accountable.
A Smart7 meeting includes:
• Quick updates on your company values.
• Each person shares a high and a low from the week.
• A check-in on how busy or stressed people are.
• Any new feedback from customers or employees.
• Updates on everyone’s main goals (called rocks).
• A group discussion to solve one big challenge.
• Everyone picks their “One Key Thing” to focus on next week.
These meetings are important because they build trust and teamwork. They help your team catch small problems before they grow. Everyone knows what to do, and they help each other get it done.
Matt Chapman, who runs a martial arts business, said Smart7 meetings helped his team refocus and become more accountable. They stopped guessing and started working with a plan. 📝
To make this work in your business:
• Follow the Smart7 meeting plan.
• Don’t skip meetings. Make them a regular habit.
• Start with one team and add more as needed.
• Keep track of everyone’s goals and progress.
It’s not about being perfect. It’s about creating a steady rhythm that keeps your business strong.
Focused Work Time and the One Key Thing 🔑
Running a business can feel like there’s never enough time. But being busy isn’t the same as being productive. That’s where the “One Key Thing” habit comes in. It helps each person focus on the most important task each week.
At the end of each Smart7 meeting, everyone picks one thing they will do that week to make a big difference. They also decide when and how they’ll get it done. This turns a good idea into real action.
We also suggest setting aside 90 minutes of “golden time” every day or a few times a week. That’s time for deep, focused work with no distractions. This is when the most important tasks get done—like planning a marketing strategy or working on a new sales idea. 💡
To build this habit:
• Start using the One Key Thing at your next Smart7 meeting.
• Have each person set time in their schedule for it.
• Share your One Key Thing with the team.
• Make sure this time is protected and respected. 🛡️
This habit helps your team move from reacting to problems to taking control. Instead of spending energy putting out fires, team members learn to spot what really matters and act before things become urgent. That shift in mindset builds focus and confidence—people know what to do, when to do it, and why it matters. The benefits go beyond productivity. When each person is clear on their One Key Thing and has time set aside to work on it, they feel more ownership. They see how their work connects to bigger goals. 🔗 This boosts morale and gives everyone a sense of purpose.
To get started, choose a regular time in your week—maybe right after your Smart7 meeting or first thing Monday morning. During this time, each team member should pick their One Key Thing, block off time to work on it, and share it with the group. You’ll be amazed how quickly this habit helps your team get real work done.
If done consistently, this method creates a culture of deep focus and progress. Over time, it helps turn good intentions into great execution. It's a simple idea, but when everyone is aligned and committed, it becomes a superpower for your business.
Habits Create Strong Team Culture
Each of these habits—90-Day Planning, Smart7 Meetings, and Focused Work Time—helps on its own. But when you use them together, your whole business changes. Your team gets in sync. Everyone knows the plan and their part in it. They become more confident, more creative, and more productive.
When your team builds these habits: 🚀
• Meetings become useful, not boring.
• You track progress with clear numbers (KPIs).
• You hire better because you know what you need.
• You manage money more carefully.
• Your sales and marketing get better through weekly learning. 📣
Companies like Sovereign Beverage use daily numbers and monthly check-ins to stay on track.
MomentCo uses weekly check-ins to support team performance and wellbeing.
As your business grows, your routines should grow too. You might add quick daily huddles or longer monthly reviews. The key is keeping a steady rhythm of planning, doing, and improving. 🔄
What to Do Next: Make Habits Your Secret Weapon
Lots of business owners look for big ideas to grow their companies. But often, it’s not about doing more—it’s about doing the right things again and again. Even the best strategy won’t work without strong habits. 💪
So here’s your next step:
• Plan your G90 Summits for the year ahead.
• Start weekly Smart7 Meetings and stick to them.
• Use the One Key Thing and protect your team’s focus time.
These habits are easy to start but powerful over time. They help your team grow with clarity and joy. They help your business succeed, not just survive.
Ready to get started?
Just do it and see what happens. 🎉
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