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I always find December a good time to stop, take a breath and figure out where I want to go in the year ahead. As part of that process, I always read the following 7 step process for achieving goals by Brian Tracy. A good reminder to not get bogged down in the “busy” stuff - get clear on where you are going and make sure you are doing something every day to get you there.

First, decide exactly what you want in each area of your life. Be specific!

Second, write it down, clearly and in detail;

Third, set a specific deadline. If it is a large goal, break it down into sub-deadlines and write them down in order;

Fourth, make a list of everything you can think of that you are going to have to do to achieve your goal. As you think of new items, add them to your list;

Fifth, organize the items on your list into a plan by placing them in the proper sequence and priority;

Sixth, take action immediately on the most important thing you can do on your plan. This is very important!

Seventh, do something every day that moves you toward the attainment of one or more of your important goals. Maintain the momentum!