The Mid-Year Marketing Reset: How to Finish 2025 Strong Without Burning Out

The Mid-Year Marketing Reset: How to Finish 2025 Strong Without Burning Out

August 01, 20252 min read

We’re officially past the halfway mark of 2025—and if you’re like most small business owners, you’ve probably been grinding hard since January. But now is the perfect time to take a breath, refocus, and finish the year with strength and intention.

At About Marketing Inc., we call this the Mid-Year Marketing Reset—a time to pause, evaluate, and recalibrate your goals without burning out. It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing what matters most.

💡 1. Reflect on the First 6–7 Months

Start by asking yourself:

  • What marketing efforts actually brought in results?

  • Which ones drained your time but didn’t pay off?

  • Are you clear on your Q3 and Q4 goals?

This isn't just an exercise—it’s a business necessity. The wrong strategy burns energy and cash. The right one builds momentum and peace of mind.

🔄 2. Trim the Fat from Your Marketing

Still posting on platforms that aren’t driving traffic? Paying for ads that aren't converting? It’s time to simplify.
Focus on:
✅ One strong social media platform
✅ One proven lead generator
✅ One high-visibility print placement (like About Conyers Magazine)

When your marketing is streamlined, your stress levels go down—and your impact goes up.

🎯 3. Reconnect with Your Ideal Customer

Trends shift. Buyer behavior changes. If your messaging still sounds like January, you’re behind.
Now’s the time to:

  • Update your branding or offer

  • Run a quick customer feedback survey

  • Refresh your ad creatives

Don’t just speak louder—speak clearer.

⚙️ 4. Automate and Delegate

Burnout doesn’t always come from doing too much—it comes from doing too much alone.
If you haven’t invested in:

  • Email marketing automation

  • Social scheduling tools

  • Coaching to organize your workflow
    Now is the time.

Our 90-Day Business Boost Coaching Program helps clients build smart systems that reduce stress and multiply results.

🧠 5. Set One Bold Goal for Q4

Whether it's doubling your revenue, launching a new product, or expanding your team—pick ONE big win to focus on.
Then reverse-engineer the steps, plan the marketing, and eliminate anything that distracts from that goal.

📢 Ready to Reset and Rise?

We’ll help you finish strong—with clarity, focus, and the right tools.
👉 Book your FREE 70-minute consultation today: www.aboutmarketinginc.com

About Marketing Inc. helps small businesses thrive through strategic marketing, advertising, publishing, and personalized coaching. Led by award-winning entrepreneur Lorraine Harrison, we're dedicated to driving growth, boosting profitability, and enhancing work-life balance for business owners. Your success story starts here.

About Marketing

About Marketing Inc. helps small businesses thrive through strategic marketing, advertising, publishing, and personalized coaching. Led by award-winning entrepreneur Lorraine Harrison, we're dedicated to driving growth, boosting profitability, and enhancing work-life balance for business owners. Your success story starts here.

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