Business forecasting is to make an educated guess about the future that will allow you to make the best decisions for your company. It’s easier than you think to start forecasting for your catering business and the New year is a great time to start.

Repeat business is achievable for caterers in the events industry. It’s all about building loyalty with your current clients so that they sing your praises and consider your company for other types of events. Here are a few ways to nurture your client relationships to build repeat business. 

When it seems like you’re paying too much for ingredients, it might be time to turn your attention to your supplier. Are you really getting the best bang from your buck for them?

By setting realistic goals and doing your due diligence ahead of time, you can prepare yourself, your team, and your business for a productive and profitable 2020 — regardless of what you want to achieve. 

Here are a few tips for mapping out your goals for the year ahead.

When the off-season is beckoning, it can feel difficult to stay on top of things as you did throughout the year — especially when you have a team who has been hard at work for several long months. It’s tempting to skate through the next several weeks, just to get to the freedom on the other side. This feeling is made worse if you—or your team—haven’t made time for rest throughout the year and are starting to succumb to burnout.