Alvin Barnes from Jackson Mississippi on a Simple Three Step Weekly Planning System

Running a small business can often feel like juggling a dozen priorities at once: sales, marketing, operations, finances, and people. But in reality, success often comes down to consistency and focus. That’s why I created a simple three-step system to help small business owners cut through the noise and stay on track week after week.

Step One: Choose a Single Weekly Revenue Goal

Each week should begin with clarity. Set one concrete revenue target, something achievable yet meaningful. It could be closing one new client, selling ten products, or generating $2,000 in new business. When you have a single focus, your decisions and actions become sharper. Every task should support that goal. This not only reduces overwhelm but also helps you measure progress in real time.

💡 Pro Tip: Write your weekly goal on a sticky note or whiteboard in your workspace. Visibility builds accountability.

Step Two: Block Two Power Hours for Outbound Calls and Follow-Ups

Revenue doesn’t grow from planning; it grows from action. Two focused “power hours” each week can transform your momentum. Use this time exclusively for revenue-generating activity: calling potential clients, following up on proposals, and reconnecting with past leads. No distractions, no multitasking, no email checking. Think of these hours as sacred appointments with your business growth. Over time, these sessions create rhythm, discipline, and measurable results.

💡 Pro Tip: Schedule your power hours early in the week when your energy and focus are strongest.

Step Three: Close the Week with a Five-Line Review

Before you wrap up your week, take five minutes to reflect and reset. Write down:

1. Your biggest win

2. A lesson you learned

3. A challenge you faced

4. One thing you’ll do differently next week

5. Your next revenue goal

This short reflection keeps you aligned, motivated, and constantly improving. It transforms your business from reactive to proactive, and your mindset from busy to intentional.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your weekly reviews in a single notebook or digital journal. Over time, it becomes a record of your growth and discipline.

Keep It Simple. Keep It Moving. Alvin Barnes from Jackson, Mississippi.

Business success isn’t about doing more; it’s about doing what matters most, consistently. If you master these three steps, clarity, action, and reflection, you’ll build sustainable momentum week after week.

To learn more about small business strategy, systems, and success habits, connect with Alvin Barnes from Jackson, Mississippi, founder of Barnes Ventures LLC, where we help entrepreneurs simplify operations, grow profits, and stay focused on what truly matters..

Alvin Barnes from Jackson, Mississippi, at Barnes Ventures LLC