Slow Times . Every business has an ebb and flow. Be prepared for it. When business picks up and begins building at the speed of light, don't be surprised when a month comes around when it's slow as a snail. The key is not to panic.
Every business has months that are fast paced, months that are average, and months that are slow.
Make a spreadsheet of this year's progress and then watch it repeat itself next year. The numbers may be different, but speed is likely to be about the same. Prepare for it. During the slow months either count your blessings and take a vacation or use the time to improve your own business model. The Terminally Grouchy Customer.