Easy Ways to Give Back + New Year Planning Tips
- Tyra Goen
- Dec 1, 2024
- 2 min read

Hey business friend!

The holidays are a time for reflection, connection, and generosity. As a small business owner, you’re in a unique position to spread joy while strengthening your community. This month, we're sharing simple and impactful ways your business can give back during the holiday season. Plus, we've included practical tips to kickstart your New Year planning and set the stage for success in 2025.
Easy Ways to Give Back with Your Business
Host a Holiday Donation Drive: Collect items like toys, canned goods, or winter essentials for local charities.
Offer a Percentage to Charity: Donate a portion of December sales to a cause aligned with your values.
Volunteer as a Team: Dedicate a day to helping at a shelter, food bank, or local nonprofit.
Support Small Businesses: Partner with other local businesses for a holiday giveaway or cross-promotion.
Sponsor a Family in Need: Work with organizations to provide gifts or meals to struggling families.
Looking Ahead to 2025
Start the New Year strong with these planning tips:
Set SMART Goals: Make your goals specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.
Streamline Your Processes: Evaluate tools and systems to save time and reduce stress.
Focus on Customer Relationships: Plan campaigns to thank loyal clients and engage new ones.
Review Your Budget: Allocate funds for growth while keeping expenses in check.
Invest in Yourself: Consider workshops or courses to level up your skills.
Let’s Make It Happen
Bringing these ideas to life doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start by choosing one or two ways to give back that resonate with your business values, and create a simple plan to execute them. Use your social media to share your efforts and invite others to join in. For the New Year, take 30 minutes to brainstorm your top three priorities and identify small, manageable steps to achieve them. Remember, consistency is key—small actions add up to make a big impact over time.
Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year, Tania Allen Tyra Goen
Special Days This MonthMark your Calendars and get ready for some fun!
December 8th: Pretend to be a Time Traveler Day
December 14th: Monkey Day
December 15th: Cat Herding Day
December 25th: Christmas
December 31st: New Years Eve





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