1.5 A business is defined by its mission statement. A clear definition of the mission and

purpose of the business makes it possible to set clear and realistic objectives. Write down
three (3) objectives of your business using the SMART principle. (This should clearly be
aligned with your business idea and product.)

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To create objectives for your business aligned with the SMART principle (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound), I will need to assume a hypothetical business idea. Let’s say the business is a sustainable clothing brand focused on eco-friendly materials. Here are three SMART objectives for this business:

Objective 1: Increase Brand Awareness

Specific: Achieve a social media following of 10,000 on Instagram.
Measurable: Monitor follower count and engagement metrics (likes, shares, comments).
Achievable: Given the target market and current following of 2,000, this growth is achievable within a year.
Relevant: Increased brand awareness will lead to higher sales and customer loyalty.
Time-bound: Reach this goal by December 31, 2024.

Objective 2: Boost Sales Revenue

Specific: Increase sales revenue by 25% from the previous year.
Measurable: Track monthly sales figures through the company’s accounting software.
Achievable: Based on current trends and market growth, a 25% increase is realistic with enhanced marketing strategies.
Relevant: Higher sales revenue aligns with the goal of business growth and sustainability.
Time-bound: Achieve this revenue increase by December 31, 2024.

Objective 3: Expand Product Line

Specific: Launch a new collection of five eco-friendly products.
Measurable: Number of new products introduced to the market.
Achievable: With current resources and market research supporting the demand for new products, this is achievable.
Relevant: Expanding the product line aligns with the brand's mission to offer a wider range of sustainable clothing options.
Time-bound: Release the new collection by June 30, 2024.

These objectives clearly align with the business's mission and purpose while providing a structured approach to achieving success in the sustainable clothing market.