Don't Forget to Prepare...

Spring is almost here! After a winter that seemed relentless the temperatures are finally rising and the sun is shining a little brighter! With the change of seasons comes a change in lifestyle: long afternoon walks, an energetic bike ride, sweet pink and yellow lemonade, and trips to the local "farm stand".

I came across this vacant stand in front of a local farm recently - a welcome sight on a day when I felt like Spring was never going to arrive. The morning had started out so rainy and cold - not cool, but cold - that I had packed a wool hat when leaving for a shoot. By the afternoon the clouds had broken and the sun was warming up the air. I was in the middle of thinking about all of the things I enjoy about Spring - including the fresh fruits and vegetables - when suddenly I passed this farm stand! I said, "Now, there's a clear sign that the season is changing."

By the looks of things, "opening day" is still a few weeks off, but everyone needs time to prepare. It appeared that some necessities were already stocked, including bales of hay to be sold and possibly buckets for the food. In order to be a success right from the first day, care has to be taken to ensure everything is organized: deciding what exactly will be sold, who will work when, where will the stand be located to guarantee visibility but also allow for customers to pull over and shop, and of course pricing. This is definitely the time of year for preparation.

For many businesses, not just farm stands, the "busy season" is just beginning and there are probably so many things that have to be done so they are prepared. While all of this organizing can be overwhelming, due to the tiny details that must be considered, it can also be very exciting:


What changes take place for you with the coming of Spring?

Are you offering news products or services to coincide with the new season?

Have you set new goals, or adjusted old ones, for the new quarter?

Are you clearing out the office of old, unnecessary paperwork?


Without taking the necessary time to prepare there is good chance you will not be as successful. The extra time you spend, initially, will pay off greatly at the end of the day!

That's the Golden Perspective...what's yours?


PS - For more signs of Spring visit Golden Pepper Productions on Facebook!