Labor Day is the end of summer, full of relaxation and barbecues. But it's also a big day for businesses. Here's how to make the most of it.

1. LABOR DAY
MAY BE A
LAZY DAY,
BUT IT
SIGNALS
FAR MORE.

2. WHY?
Forbes contributor Henry Devries provides some insight.
Along with New Year's Day, Labor
Day is one of the biggest periods
for business renewals.

3. THE
YEAR' S
ALMOST
OVER
Labor Day signals the rapid
approach of Q4, and a time when
many business owners reassess
their goals and strategies. What
follows are a few ways you can
make the end of Summer work for
you.

4. ROUTINIZE.
Improve your scheduling. Make
simpler tasks routine so you
spend more time where you
need it. For example, check
email or schedule meetings at
only certain times of day,

5. TAKE
INITIATIVE.
If you’re determined to chase down
new business, make a regular habit
of reaching out to one potential
client daily.

6. THINK BIG.
With the end of the year
approaching, you need to think
long term. Don't get hung up on
daily goals-- try setting goals in
thirty day intervals.

7. GET BUSY.
And read the full article in Forbes:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/henrydevries/2
016/08/26/successfully-making-business-
development-transition-from-summer-to-
fall/#7f6299ac1772