Ever feel like you’re hustling hard but not sure if you’re moving in the right direction? You’re not alone. Most entrepreneurs I talk with are juggling a hundred plates — client work, marketing, admin, family life — and by the time September rolls around, they’re running on fumes. That’s why I’m a huge believer in hitting pause this time of year to do one simple thing: a business survey.
It might sound small, but a thoughtful business survey can shine a light on what’s working, what’s not, and where God may be nudging you to realign. Proverbs 15:22 reminds us, “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” Your customers and audience can be some of the wisest “advisers” you have — if you’ll stop and ask.
Why a Business Survey Works
When you’re in the thick of your own work, it’s hard to see blind spots. We’re often too close to our own genius to realize where things feel confusing or disconnected for others. A survey gives you:
- Fresh perspective — hear what your audience really values.
- Clear direction — discover what offers, content, or services resonate most.
- Alignment check — make sure your message and your mission match.
As Paul encourages in 2 Corinthians 13:5, “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves.” The same principle applies in business: testing, examining, and refining keeps us aligned with our God-given purpose.
How to Use the Results
Once you’ve gathered responses, look for patterns. Do you see common frustrations? Are there requests you haven’t been addressing? This isn’t about chasing every whim, but about discerning which feedback aligns with your calling and business strategy.
Use the survey results to:
- Clarify your messaging for the rest of the year.
- Adjust your offers to meet real needs.
- Confirm where you’re already on the right track.
And don’t forget: feedback is a gift. Even hard-to-hear comments can be the nudge you need to grow.
Just in case you missed the last blog about how to plan Q4 well, you can read that and grab the planning download here.
Wrapping It Up
Friend, finishing the year strong isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things with intention, purpose, and alignment. A simple business survey can help you quiet the noise and hear clearly what matters most — from your people and from the Lord.
Prefer to listen instead of read? 🎧 I’ll guide you through the whole process on Episode 84 of the Her Faith at Work podcast.
I’d love for you to be part of my survey. You can take it here. And to say thank you for taking the survey, you will be entered into a drawing for a couple gifts I’m giving away.
Want to do your own business survey?
I’ve got you! Just take my survey and I will send you a copy of the Google form to copy and recreate your own as well as all the instructions you’ll need to get it done! I can’t wait to hear how it goes for you.
If you are a little intimidated to try this on your own, you can join us in the Business Basics Collab where we will set it up and launch it into the world together.
