Hey Reader, This is one of my favorite quotes: "A goal without a plan is just a wish." --Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Need help setting goals for your Ag Business? The start of a new month is the perfect time to set new goals, evaluate the progress on current goals, and have a renewed look at what's to come. Here are the steps I follow every month: 1) Go back to your big picture. What are you trying to accomplish with your business? 2) Assess your three-year goals, one-year goals, and quarterly...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, One of the cool things about Ag Business is the ability to expand your business through leasing property. Are you looking for ways to expand your agriculture business without breaking the bank? 🌱 Leasing land has been a practice for ages that keeps agricultural land in use when the landowner doesn't want to tend to it. The Agriculture Leasing Guide was created to provide you with the information you need to know about leasing land for your business. We know that starting and...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Life as a business owner can be so busy. But stopping and celebrating the little things that make life beautiful is essential. Right now, I'm feeling grateful for my daughter. She recently spoke on behalf of her 4H Club in front of our county's Commissioner's Court to promote 4H week. Facing her fear of public speaking inspires me to conquer that same fear. What about you? What has recently been a beautiful thing that has made you take action on the inspiration? Hit 'Reply,' and...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, October is here, which means the final quarter of 2023 is here. Save this email for later and refer back to it often. There is a lot of work to do, but don't get overwhelmed. 1) Review and revise your quarterly goals. 2) Get caught up on your bookkeeping if you're not already. 3) Make an appointment with your CPA to ensure you are set up for the tax strategy you'll need going into 2024. 4) Get your calendar up to date. 5) Map out the days you will be away from your business and...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Let's talk about resource waste. This drought has shown many of my clients why we stay on top of the data and costs of our agriculture operation. Don't tie up scarce resources on animals that are not producing the right results. There is a waitlist to work one-on-one with me for Ag Business Coaching. But here are three quick tips I can give you to stay on top of your livestock operation: 1) Set and review your business and personal goals every week. 2) Review your profit and loss...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Let's talk about me for a second. I promise this has everything to do with you. Why did I start Texas Farm & Ranch Solution LLC? I love and live all things #LivestockLifestyle I love all things business and data. I educate and advocate for mental health in farmers & ranchers. I hate to see ag business owners not make profits. I hate to hear, “We’ve always done it this way.” I hate to hear when a person in the ag industry loses their life because they feel like they are at the end...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, A question I often get asked is: Do I need to sign a pasture lease? My answer is always yes. I am not a lawyer, but here's what I know: People can change their minds at the first sign of a disagreement. People can change their minds because their operations have changed. People can change their minds because they found a better deal. The list of reasons is long, but if it's in writing, you have better protection. Here's where the newest item to the TxFRS shop can help....
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Let's talk about planning. Planning is underutilized. You know what you have to do and want to do. However, taking the time every week to map out your goals, appointments, upcoming operating expense, education, and networking events never happens. When you don't plan, you miss opportunities. You miss the opportunity to grow your business. You miss the opportunity to network with industry leaders. You miss the opportunity to educate yourself. You miss the opportunity to hit your...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
3 Bookkeeping Tasks You Can Start Doing Today "Making good judgments when one has complete data, facts, and knowledge is not leadership - it's bookkeeping." -Dee Hock Love it or hate it, bookkeeping is one of the top outsourced small business tasks. How are your records so far? A little behind? You're not alone, but now is the time to take action to get back on track. Here are three bookkeeping tasks you can do to get your business health in order. Pick your bookkeeping system. QuickBooks,...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read