Day 8: The 15-Minute Weekly CEO Check-In
- kbives9
- Jun 20
- 3 min read
How solopreneurs can stay focused, calm, and in control without burning out
🗓️ This blog is part of a 90-day series for solopreneurs and micro-business owners who want to create sustainable systems for growth. Each post includes practical actions you can take right now to build a stronger, more profitable business.
If you're wearing all the hats in your business, it’s easy to get lost in the weeds. Emails. Orders. Tech issues. Client work. It never stops. And when every day is a blur of tasks, it’s hard to know if you’re actually making progress or just spinning your wheels.
That’s where the Weekly CEO Check-In comes in.
🧭 What Is a CEO Check-In?
It’s not a corporate meeting or a fancy spreadsheet.
It’s just 15 minutes once a week where you pause, step back, and ask: Is what I’m doing moving me toward the business and life I actually want?
This tiny ritual gives you perspective. It helps you lead your business instead of chasing it.
⏰ How to Do It (It Only Takes 15 Minutes)
You don’t need a template (though we’ll give you one inside the program!). You just need quiet time and a few honest questions.
Every week, set a timer and ask:
1. What did I accomplish this week?
Start by writing down wins — big or small. Momentum matters. Recognizing it fuels consistency.
2. What didn’t get done, and why?
Avoid blame. Instead, get curious:
Was it a time issue?
A mindset block?
A lack of clarity or support?
This helps you fix root problems, not symptoms.
3. Where did I spend my time (and should I keep doing it)?
Time tracking (even rough) reveals energy leaks. Use this to start eliminating tasks you shouldn’t be doing.
4. What’s my ONE priority next week?
Choose one goal aligned with your larger vision. Make it specific and measurable — tied to sales, finances, or operations.
🛠️ Use Free Tools to Support the Habit
You don’t need a full-blown dashboard. Try:
Notion or Trello: Track weekly goals and reflections
Clockify: Free time-tracking tool
ScribeHow: Document tasks you’re ready to delegate
Google Calendar: Block 15 minutes each Friday or Monday
You can even journal this by hand. The tool isn’t what matters — the pause and reflection do.
⚙️ Link It to Your Core Business Systems
This CEO Check-In works best when tied to the 3 business foundations:
🔹 Sales:
What lead-generation efforts worked this week? Where do I need more visibility?
🔹 Finances:
Did I earn what I expected? Were there any unexpected expenses?
🔹 Operations:
What felt messy or inefficient? Is there a recurring task I can automate or delegate?
Bonus: Set a weekly goal tied to one of these three areas. Over time, you’ll build systems, not just survive the chaos.
💡 Inside the Program: Accountability Without Overwhelm
In Taking Care of Business – Together, members get:
A CEO Check-In Template
Bite-sized trainings on building better workflows
Coaching to help you identify the right next step
No more guessing what to work on — just consistent, supported progress.
📝 Catch Up on the Series:
Day 1: Why You're Stuck Under $100K (and How to Get Unstuck)
Day 2: What’s the One Thing You Should Fix Next?
Day 3: Stop Drowning in Tasks – Here's What to Prioritize Instead
Day 4: Why You Keep Falling Behind (and How to Stop)
Day 5: Track What Matters – Even If You Hate Numbers
Day 6: Free Tools That Make Business Easier (and Smarter)
Day 7: Why You’re Not Getting Consistent Leads
➡️ Tomorrow: Day 9: Are You Building a Business or Just Buying Yourself a Job?
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