In today’s ever-changing world, devising and implementing practices for sustainable success in business isn’t an option, but a necessity. To succeed in the long run, corporate strategies should take a values-driven strategy into account. However, the business trends that are likely to make a substantial impact in the upcoming year need to be considered as well when devising business strategies. 

Be a champion business strategist: top business trends for 2022 – 2023

As we draw closer to 2023, one of the first things we need to do is identify the micro-shifts that are currently taking place in the world. The world has changed so much over the last century. But change is inevitable. We don’t need to be afraid of it. Instead of worrying about change, we can anticipate it and be prepared for it. That’s part of what champions do: they anticipate the future to achieve sustainable success in business.

Here are some relevant mega, micro, and macro business trends for 2022 – 2023:

1. NFTs, crypto, and social coins: The crypto market remains very volatile, but it’s certainly not going away as an investment opportunity. 
2. Biohacking will continue to grow.
3. The desire to disconnect and unplug from technology will remain. 
4. The greatest era of disinformation in history: As the power of AI and other technologies to mimic voices continues to develop, misinformation will continue to increase over time. 
5. Own your relationships with SMS and email. As a leader, you want to own your relationships and data in 2023.
6. AI and machine learning are becoming increasingly important components of a wide range of applications.
7. Look at ways you can partner with aligned companies and individuals to help grow your brand and boost your expert authority.
8. Hybrid events are important for sustainable success in business. 
9. Covid disruption may continue in some capacity in 2023.
10. If you are an expert in your field, you want to continue to elevate your authority. 
11. The network effect: This remains the most effective way to get exposure. 
12. More content is not necessarily a good strategy. Engaging content is king. 
13. Blue ocean strategy for your 4% clientele.
14. Data-driven decision-making will hold importance in 2023 as well. 
15. Be cause-driven: You have to recognize that people want to be part of something bigger than themselves. 
16. Lead with your genius and create space for others’ genius. You need to know where you are amazing and step into that. Figure out what you are good at and own that space. 

You can find the full document, “Mega, Micro, and Macro Trends of 2022,” here.

Takeaway: Achieving sustainable success in business

Developing a champion mindset involves anticipating change so you can be prepared for it. Do not ignore your unique abilities. In this era of specialization, we need to specialize in operating within our zone of genius. Grab every opportunity to upgrade and scale: In tough economic times like these, you need to rise above the crowd and start investing in elevating your authority.