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Date: January 1, 2025
Podcast Title: Wide Open Podcast
Episode 26: 10 Things You Can Do to Make 2025 Your Year

Episode 26 Description: 10 Things You Can Do to Make 2025 Your Year

The new year brings fresh opportunities to grow your creative business, achieve your goals, and step into your dream life and make 2025 your year. But how do you make it happen? As a business coach and brand photographer, I’ve helped countless creatives navigate growth, and today, I’m sharing 10 actionable steps to make 2025 your most successful year yet.

Key Takeaways for 10 Things You Can Do to Make 2025 Your Year

1. Set Clear, Genuine Goals
Unrealistic or externally influenced goals can derail progress. Take time to reflect on what truly matters to you and align your goals with your values. Get Your Wheel of Life Template

2. Establish Healthy Boundaries
Boundaries protect your energy and creativity. Whether it’s setting work hours or saying no to misaligned clients, boundaries help you thrive.

3. Invest in Branding
A cohesive, intentional brand builds trust and communicates value. If you’re ready to refine your branding, sign up for my FREE Branding Class.

4. Book Branding Photos
Professional photos help your audience understand your brand instantly. Showcase your values, vibe, and expertise with imagery that speaks volumes. Book your Wisconsin brand photography.

5. Focus on Mindset
Overcome imposter syndrome and embrace a growth mindset. Celebrate small wins and view challenges as opportunities.

6. Prioritize Your Health
Your physical and mental health fuel your creativity. Incorporate movement, rest, and routines into your day.

7. Stop Trying to Do Everything
Focus on fewer, more impactful goals. Remember, growth doesn’t come from doing everything—it comes from doing the right things well.

8. Understand Your Business Strategy
Identify where your leads are coming from and how they convert. A clear strategy ensures every effort counts. Need some help? Schedule a discovery call.

9. Plan and Schedule Content
Batching and scheduling content save time and build consistency. Even one post per week shows potential clients you’re active and reliable.

10. Be Kind to Yourself
Success isn’t linear. Give yourself grace as you navigate challenges and celebrate progress.

2025 is your year to shine. Start with these 10 tips, take it one step at a time, and watch your creative business grow.

About Sylvia VandeSlunt

She’s been an engineer, a brand and marketing manager, a photographer, and a stay-at-home mom, but my one of her favorite things to be is your business coach. Sylvia loves helping small businesses come into their own and nail their online presence.

Sylvia may have had a few different paths, but her convoluted journey has resulted in a fierce understanding of what it takes to run a business that serves your lifestyle. From a no-life engineer managing big egos and tribal knowledge to a stay-at-home mom managing snacks and snot, Sylvia has run the gamut of career options. Your business came to life because you imagined the life it would give you. Let’s get back to that! 

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Links & Resources

Business Coaching for Creatives

Wisconsin Branding Photography

Free Branding Class

Business Tools, Resources, & Freebies

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