90 Day Goal Setting That Actually Works | Vanessa Norman

Let’s talk about momentum.

Not just motivation. That initial burst of energy that gets you started. I’m talking about that steady, buildable rhythm that keeps you moving, growing, and achieving. That’s momentum. And if there’s one powerful way to capture it in your business, it’s by using 90 day goal setting.

Every quarter inside Bestie in Business, we come back to this one grounding practice. And this month, I’m walking our members through their 90 day goal planning with intention, structure and heart. Because clarity creates confidence, and confidence is what fuels momentum.

Why 90 Days?

Here’s the truth. A year can feel like forever. Life gets busy. Unexpected things happen. Motivation can fizzle.

But 90 days is short enough to stay focused, yet long enough to make real progress.

Think of it like school terms. We know how to work in terms. There’s a start and an end. You can commit to it, pour your energy in, and reset when it’s done. It keeps things fresh, focused and flexible.

When I was running my NDIS business, I learnt this the hard way. I used to plan too far ahead, thinking in five year visions and twelve month goals that felt inspiring at first but overwhelming in execution. I’d get caught up in firefighting the day to day, and suddenly months had flown by without making the kind of strategic progress I was dreaming about.

But once I started operating in 90 day sprints, everything changed.

What Makes 90 Day Planning So Powerful?

Because it brings you back to what matters now.

It forces you to focus. To cut the unnecessary parts. To get clear on what you want to achieve and break it down into something doable. It stops you from floating through your business hoping things will work out and gives you a game plan that keeps you on track even when life throws curveballs.

Most importantly, it gives you permission to pause and reset every 90 days. You get to check in. What’s working? What’s not? Do you need to pivot? It’s not just about finishing a goal, it’s about getting better and smarter every cycle.

And if you're anything like me, managing business, family, school drop offs and everything in between, then you’ll love how this system gives your brain space to breathe.

How We’re Planning Inside Bestie in Business This Month

Inside the membership, I’m leading our Besties through a 90 Day Planning Series that’s part reflection, part vision casting, and part strategic planning. But don’t worry, it’s not boring spreadsheets or corporate jargon.

It’s grounded. Real. Approachable. And it’s designed for women in business who are juggling a lot, wearing all the hats and still dreaming big.

Here’s how we’re doing it together this month:

1. Reflect and Reset

We start with a big question. What did the last 90 days teach you?

It’s not about beating yourself up. It’s about noticing. What worked well? What drained you? Where did you grow?

We use a guided journal template that prompts deep reflection. Not just on your business performance, but also your energy, your boundaries, your habits and your focus.

Because your success doesn’t just depend on your goals. It depends on how you feel while you’re chasing them.

2. Clarify the Vision

Then, we zoom out and ask. Where do you want to be 12 months from now? Not in a dreamboard kind of way, but in a strategic, heart centred way.

What do you want your life to look like? What kind of days do you want to live? What kind of business supports that lifestyle?

From there, we reverse engineer your next 90 days. What one big goal will move the needle the most?

3. Map Out the Strategy

Next, we break that big goal down into three core monthly milestones.

Each milestone becomes a focus for the month, with weekly action steps that are specific, measurable and realistic.

This is where it gets exciting. You start to see the path. You start to see what’s possible in 90 days, and you start showing up differently.

4. Create Your Accountability Plan

Because let’s be honest, a goal without accountability is just a good idea.

Inside Bestie in Business, we pair this planning session with community support, check ins, and optional co-working sessions.

There’s something powerful about having someone in your corner saying, “You said you were going to launch that program. How’s it going?” Not in a bossy way, but in that warm bestie kind of way. The kind that cheers you on and gently nudges you when you're losing steam.

5. Celebrate and Evaluate

At the end of 90 days, we stop and celebrate.

We don’t just focus on whether you hit your goal. We look at how you showed up for yourself. What you learnt. What you’re proud of. What needs tweaking.

Because building a successful, sustainable business isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being consistent, intentional and reflective.

Why This Matters More Than Ever

Right now, so many women in business are feeling pulled in a hundred directions. They’re burnt out, overwhelmed, and second guessing themselves.

They’ve got big dreams but no plan. Or they’ve got plans that don’t reflect what they actually want from life.

90 day goal setting brings you back home to yourself. It reminds you that you’re allowed to choose your focus. That you can grow your business your way, without burning out.

And most importantly, it reminds you that you’re not doing this alone.

Inside Bestie in Business, we do this together. We plan, we reflect, we support, and we rise. One 90 day chapter at a time.

Ready to Join Us?

If this kind of planning sounds like exactly what you need, come and join us inside Bestie in Business.

Whether you’re just starting out, scaling up, or pivoting into a new season, you don’t have to do it alone. This is your space to feel supported, seen and empowered. With practical tools, honest conversations and a community that gets it.

Let’s make your next 90 days count.

Because success isn’t just about where you’re going. It’s about how you feel getting there.

With you every step of the way,
Vanessa x