We’re fast approaching that time when our thoughts turn from celebration of one year to planning the next. Who’s up for new year resolutions?

I have a far more detailed 5 tip article posted on my EI & You blog. You can check it out here. Here they are in shortened form along with 5 more. Enjoy.

Tip 1 – Do you control the goal?

Make sure all elements are withing your power to achieve. It’s no good relying on other people or events to do the work for you.

Tip 2 – Make your new year resolutions positive and purpose driven

A positive goal increases your motivation the closer you get to it. Having a strong purpose helps with the application of willpower and resilience.

Tip 3 – Less is more and one is best.

Don’t dilute your effort. Have one goal and execute it well with all your resources. You can always reload later. Make it a marathon, not a sprint.

Tip 4 – Think process not target

Targets are an all or nothing type of goal. Thinking in terms of process is more sustainable and takes more of a “journey” approach.

Tip 5 – Learn from the past

Examine all your goal failures and successes. It’s how we learn, so take full advantage.

Tip 6 – Take baby steps

Break your goal (or goals) into bite-size chunks and steps. Each one is more manageable and achievable. You’ll get used to a series of small wins.

Tip 7 – Know what success looks like

Envision the result so you know when you are there. A vivid vision of your result will serve as a powerful motivator.

Tip 8 – Celebrate successes

Reward yourself appropriately with each success. Don’t rest on your laurels though. Get back to it asap. Eyes on the prize.

Tip 9 – Write it down and tell other people

There’s nothing like a bit of public accountability and avoidance of social embarrassment to help motivate you.

Tip 10 – Use technology to help

There are lots of apps and other bits of software out there – some of it is even free. Use whatever works for you.

If you do choose to make new year resolutions, I wish you well on your quest.

Have a great Xmas and a wonderful 2023.

All the best to you and yours

Andrew D Pope