Dear Reader,
It has been my pleasure to interact with you this year. Your commitment to your professional growth spurs my own continued development. And what a journey 2015 has been.
I am going to drop my usual format based on “coaching questions to get there and stay” and offer a few “dos” and “don’ts” to support your success in 2016.
Don’t:
- Don’t make 2016 resolutions. Why? A list of resolutions is not a plan. Look at your calendar and it will help you remember that you have one life to achieve your personal and professional goals and aspirations
- Don’t join a gym or fitness facility in January. Why? If you are not already an active gym member, start by walking or following an exercise DVD to determine how this activity will fit into your lifestyle and your calendar. Remember: “Trying” to get to the gym means that you are not going to the gym.
- Don’t hold a grudge—Why? Grudges always backfire. Always take the high road.
Do:
- Do block time on the calendar for the important events: Weddings, family reunions, vacations. Why? Staking out these times in advance will help you avoid having to apologize to co-workers and being the source of anxiety and stress in your family.
- Do plan to take a break every quarter: Weekend getaway, staycation or vacation. Why? You will control the quality of your life—stop sweating the small stuff.
- Do be curious: Explore, expand, learn something new, have new experiences—visit museums, read, travel and have fun. Why? The world belongs to you—enjoy it. Stay current and have a very Happy New Year.
