Building a business requires many activities from marketing and promotion to bookkeeping and customer service. Unfortunately, many business owners get bogged down in the busyness of business and don’t’ pay enough attention to the activities that generate income. If you feel your business is stagnated or aren’t sure what tasks to focus on, here are 10 activities you can do right now that will push your business forward.

1. Pick up the phone – The phone is an underutilized tool for many business owners. Many people don’t want to appear pushy, but the phone is the best way to have direct, immediate contact with people. Call a current client or customer and see if they have any questions about the service or products bought from you. Call past clients to see if there is something you can do to help them. Call prospects to offer a special deal. Calling is one of the best ways to generate new business, as well as to get repeat and referral business.