Thinking of setting goals for your business in the new year? This week on The Blueprint we’re diving into all things goal setting with special guest Emily Hess! Whether you’re a new business owner setting goals for the first time or a seasoned entrepreneur who feels like their tank is too empty for new goals, this episode is for you!

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0:00 Welcome to The Blueprint Season 2

0:38 Meet Emily Hess

1:41 Markit’s Partnership with K Marketing Co.

2:18 Setting Goals in the New Year as a New Business Owner

4:43 How to Set Goals When You Feel Burnt Out

6:18 What are S.M.A.R.T Goals?

7:17 How to Make Your Goals Specific and Achievable

8:30 Make Your Goals Purposeful

9:30 Using S.M.A.R.T Goals to Build Your Business

12:26 How to Track Progress Towards Your Goals

14:30 Common Goal Setting Mistakes

16:07 Perfection is the Killer of Progress

17:32 S.M.A.R.T. Goals Should be Income Producing Activities

19:20 Don’t Set Goals That Are Too Broad

21:43 Look at the Costs of Your Goals

24:35 Balancing Ambition with Realistic Expectations

25:50 Learning From Your Mistakes

30:04 Flexibility is Part of the Process

32:24 Looking Ahead to The Blueprint in 2026

Megan sits down with local attorney and business owner Eric Stark to discuss putting the right people in the right seats in order to create a stronger team. From identifying strengths to encouraging a positive workplace culture, this episode is full of insight on building the best team for your business.

The Blueprint: Powered by K Marketing Co will return with an all-new season in January 2026!

Learn more about Stark Law Group at www.starklawllc.com

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0:00 Introduction

1:36 Getting the Right People in the Right Roles

5:12 Reassigning Employee Roles

8:45 Small Business Employees Need to be Flexible

11:56 Employees Want Purpose

12:45 Determining if Someone is the Right Fit

14:30 Curating a Strong Workplace Culture

16:36 Setting Workplace Expectations

19:20 Understanding Different Work-Life Balances

23:40 What Does a Healthy Workplace Culture Look Like?

30:25 Differences Between Owner and Employee Experiences

33:01 Identifying the Right Person

35:10 Building a Strong Foundation Together

42:35 Conclusion

In this continuation of last week’s episode, Megan and Chuck dive into identifying where you need balance in your life, finding effective methods to maintain balance without sacrificing productivity, and surrounding yourself with the right people to support you when you need it. If you’ve been feeling off-balance lately, this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone, and there are ways to rebalance the scales.

To learn more about Chuck Honabach, visit his website: chuckhonabachteam.com

0:00 Episode 13 Recap

0:51 Work-Life Balance for Different Personality Types

8:12 Lead with Your Strengths & Staff Your Weaknesses

10:17 Work Life Balance in the Digital Age

11:22 Balance is More Than Working Hours

13:05 Incremental Changes Can Make a Big Difference

16:05 Getting Your Business in Order

18:24 Find Incentives For Yourself

21:53 Solve Problems as They Arise

23:24 Maintaining Balance in Your Absence

25:55 The Difference Between the Owner and Employee Experience

30:35 Conclusion