September often feels like a second New Year. The summer draws to a close, the schools return, and for many business owners, it’s the moment to shift gears, refocus, and prepare for the final push of the year. Rather than diving headfirst into the chaos of Q4, this is the perfect time to ease back into business with clarity, energy, and intention.
Here are five principles to guide you into a productive and successful September:
Reset Your Priorities
Think of September as a blank page. What projects, clients, or opportunities truly matter for the next four months? Take time to review what’s been working and what hasn’t, and make clear decisions about where to place your energy. A short list of three key priorities will help keep you focused without spreading yourself too thin. Many of our customers will be booking a strategy session with our inhouse Innovation Director Julie Creffield to reconnect to their goals.Rebuild Routines
Summer often disrupts our working patterns—later starts, lighter schedules, and a slower pace. That’s not a bad thing, but September is the moment to rebuild healthy habits. Whether that’s blocking out time for deep work, revisiting your networking calendar, or committing to regular team check-ins, small consistent actions will add up fast. Our latest customer ID Fitness based at Theobalds will be key to this.Reconnect with Your Network
Many people take a break over the summer, so now is the perfect time to re-establish connections. Drop a message to a client you haven’t spoken to in a while, attend a local networking event, or book coffee with a collaborator. These conversations often spark fresh opportunities just when you need them most. The Wire which is our internal network for customers, connects them to 1000 SMEs and experts across our network.Reignite Your Motivation
Ask yourself: why does this next quarter matter? Whether it’s hitting a financial milestone, launching a new product, or simply finishing the year stronger than you started, reconnecting to your “why” will give you the resilience to navigate the busy months ahead. Celebrate the progress you’ve already made this year and let that momentum carry you forward. HABS charity, and T6 at Hoddesdon both ramping things up next month.Refuel with Support
Running a business can feel isolating, but you don’t have to do it alone. Make use of the community and resources around you—mentors, peers, and spaces like BEC where conversations, collaborations, and connections are waiting. Sometimes just a fresh perspective or a word of encouragement is enough to reignite your spark. Our Cafe is opening at Theobalds in late Sept early October….and will be the perfect place to refuel.
September doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By focusing on these five principles—resetting, rebuilding, reconnecting, reigniting, and refuelling—you’ll not only ease your way into Q4 but also set yourself up for a strong finish to the year.
At BEC, we believe in building businesses with balance, clarity, and community. So why not take a moment this month to reflect, reset, and re-engage? The best way to finish the year well is to start September with purpose.
Why not book a tour and come and see for yourself how basing yourself could be the best decision you make all year?
