A Different Kind of Summer Bucket List

 The following is excerpted from a blog by Spark451, a Jenzabar Company 

Summer is here, and with it — summer bucket lists! You know what we’re talking about… all the wonderful things we want to do while the weather is warm and the days long. At the top of that list always seems to be “go on vacation!” but, since we can’t take the whole summer off (disappointing, we know), we’re here to provide a different type of summer bucket list: the get-your-CRM-ready-for-the-cycle-ahead list!

So put on your favorite music, pour a cold drink (iced coffee, anyone?), and get ready to dive in.

Bucket List Item #1: Cycle Prep

You’ve likely already gotten started on this one, but just in case you haven’t, we’re here to remind you: The time to start cycle prep is now! This critical process is key to a successful and smooth transition to the new recruitment cycle, so don’t put it off any longer. Not sure where to start? Visit Spark451’s previous blog posts for a list of action items.

Pro Tip: Cycle prep is an excellent time to start implementing past project ideas that never came to fruition as well as building upon those that were possibly started but never finished.

Bucket List Item #2: Collaborating

You know that post-conference feeling? The excitement of returning to the office knowing that any project, big or small, can and will be tackled? For most of us, that feeling is a bit too temporary… reality sets in and questions start arising: How exactly am I going to build out those dream features? Do I have the time for this? Where do I even start?

The answer? Teamwork! There’s no need to go at these projects alone, so this summer, see if you can gather at least three people to help you. The expertise, input, and hidden talents you’ll uncover will undoubtedly bring your projects to new heights.

Pro Tip: Turn the business cards you’ve collected into actionable next steps by connecting online with the people you’ve met. Whether it’s building connections, sharing ideas, or partnering with Spark451, don’t let new faces fade away

For the entire CRM bucket list, read the full article here.