10 Steps to Small-Business Success in 2011

1. Overhaul your business plan
2. Double down on what works
3. Experiment
4. Fire your D-grade customers
5. Become an 'A' customer
6. Expand your network
7. Leverage your brand
8. Get some credit
9. Fire up your employees.
10. Team up.

Source:http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/217512