Business Resource Services

 

"Are You Ready To Join a Performance Group?" 
Find out by taking this simple test

We want to make sure that you get the most out of a Performance Group. Individuals who are personally and professionally ready benefit most from the group process. If you're ready, you'll be a positive addition to a peer group.  This simple test allows you to find out if a Performance Group is right for you.

     Instructions

  • Answer each question. Check all true statements. Be rigorous, be a hard grader. 

  • Total the number of checks. 

  • Find your score to see if a performance group is right for you.

Assessment

1.I am looking forward to receiving constructive feedback from the group on my business.
  YesNo
2.I am open to accepting feedback even if it is very critical.
  YesNo
3.I am willing and able to make changes in order to grow as a business person.
  YesNo
4.I am willing to support my fellow performance group members by giving constructive feedback.
  YesNo
5.I strongly believe in the power of a peer performance group.
  YesNo
6.I am willing to share my financial data openly and honestly with BRS staff members and my fellow performance group members.
  YesNo
7.I am able to produce accurate financial statements on at least a quarterly basis (including balance sheet) within 30 days of quarter end.
  YesNo
8.I am able to produce accurate financial statements on at least a monthly basis (including balance sheet) within 30 days of month end.
  YesNo
9.I know that my inventory number on my year-end balance sheet is correct.
  YesNo
10.I am confident that my inventory numbers on my interim balance sheets are accurate.
  YesNo
11.I take a physical count of my inventory at least every 12 months.
  YesNo
12.I work with a competent bookkeeper.
  YesNo
13.I work with a CPA who provides me with top level advice throughout the year and not just at year end to avoid taxes.
  YesNo
14.I am comfortable using email and opening and sending attachments.
  YesNo
15.I own and have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  YesNo
16.I can leave my business twice a year for 2-3 days for the Performance Group meetings.
  YesNo
17.I am willing to host a Performance Group meeting at my location.
  YesNo
18.I am eager to work with the FIT financial software.
  YesNo
19.I will commit personal time and energy between meetings to implement the actions I have committed to at the meeting.
  YesNo
20.I have a POS system that ties into my accounting system.
  YesNo
21.I want to upgrade my understanding of financial tools and processes.
  YesNo
 
Total # of "Yes" Answers: ___________
If you scored 19-21: 
You are perfect for a Performance Group. You are motivated and moving in the right direction - with strong systems in place. Use a Performance Group to follow through and take you across the finish line, or take your success to a whole new level. 

If you scored 16-18: 
You are a good candidate for a Performance Group. You are in the right place where you can really benefit from a Performance Group. The group membership will enable you to be even more proactive in your business and really taking control of your business destiny. Your facilitator and other group members will work with you to create the strategies and specific processes that you will ensure you’ll take your business to the next level. 

If you scored 12 – 15: 
You have the right level of commitment for a Performance Group as long as you are willing to commit yourself to improving your business. You must be ready to be accountable for your tasks, and work thoroughly on some of your business systems to get a solid foundation in place in order to benefit from the group process. 

If you scored 5 – 10: 
You are probably not ready to yet to join a Performance Group. Examine your current situation and decide if you really are ready to make a commitment to joining a group. Think about your current commitment, and lack of systems that are preventing you from starting your business on the path to success. If you are determined to move forward, working one-on-one with a skilled BRS Business Coach would help you define and implement a strategy to move forward. 
 
 My top three business goals are:
 
 My sales last year were:
 
 My projected sales this year are:
 
 3 years from now, my projected annual sales will be:
 
 Your Name:
Your Email: