A new year is a fresh slate—a chance to reset, refocus, and realign. Are you ready to make it count?
Every day the world changes, but how often do we challenge ourselves to grow? If you look back at the year that just passed, ask yourself: What did you change? In yourself? In the world? In your finances?
There’s nothing magical about January 1. The clock striking midnight doesn’t change anything on its own. But there is power in using the new year as a marker—a moment to pause, reflect, and commit to meaningful change. This year, let’s skip the big, fleeting resolutions. Instead, focus on small, consistent actions that create lasting momentum.
Here are some of my go-to strategies for building a better year.
Strategies For Lasting Success In The New Year
Start with the Hardest and Most Important Tasks
Each night, I list what I need to do the next day. Then, I compare that list to my goals and rank tasks by importance. The hardest, most important task always goes first.
For example, if getting fit is a goal, and working out feels like a challenge, I make sure it’s the first thing I do. Tackling hard tasks early prevents procrastination and ensures my willpower is spent on what matters most. If you leave important or hard tasks for later in the day, distractions and decision fatigue will creep in. Your willpower will be lower, making it easier to push these tasks to the next day. Over time, this creates a cycle of procrastination that keeps you from achieving your goals. By addressing them first, you break this cycle and ensure progress.
Pro Tip: Hard tasks often align with big goals. Prioritize them when your energy is at its peak.
Think Small to Achieve Big
Want to accomplish something big? Break it down into the smallest possible steps.
For example, if you want to save $10,000, start with $5 a day. If you’re aiming to get fit, begin with a daily walk around the block. By creating tiny, manageable tasks, you build habits that become second nature over time. Small wins create big momentum.
Pro Tip: Break projects into smaller projects, then into tasks, then into subtasks. Checking off each one feels satisfying and keeps you moving forward.
Focus on Actions, Not Goals
Goals like “lose 20 pounds” or “read 25 books” are great, but they’re just finish lines. They don’t guide your daily actions. Instead, work backward from your goal to identify what you need to do each day.
For example, if your goal is to generate $1,000,000 in revenue, break it into smaller numbers: How much revenue per client? How many client calls? How many outreach efforts? Focus on the actions that get you closer to the finish line, one day at a time.
Pro Tip: Daily actions build the path to long-term success. Focus on what moves the needle.
Say ‘No’ to Say ‘Yes’ Better
Saying “no” can be hard, but it’s essential. Every time you say “yes” to something unimportant, you lose the chance to say “yes” to something meaningful.
Make “no” a full sentence. Ask yourself: Does this opportunity align with my goals or values? If it doesn’t, let it go without guilt. Protect your time and energy for what truly matters.
Pro Tip: Saying “no” to distractions is saying “yes” to your priorities.
Ask for Help
Big goals often require teamwork. Surround yourself with a community of like-minded people who share your standards and values. Seek out mentors or coaches who can guide and challenge you.
Avoid spending time with negative people or “energy vampires” who drain your motivation. Protect your mental and emotional energy by surrounding yourself with those who uplift and encourage you.
There’s no shame in needing a hand. Growth happens faster when you’re supported. Be proactive—reach out and build relationships that help you thrive.
Pro Tip: A strong support system, like the TWC Network, can accelerate your growth and keep you accountable while helping you achieve your financial goals.
Bounce Back Quickly
Failure is inevitable, but it’s not the end. What matters is how fast you recover. The time it takes for you to bounce back will shape what the end of this year looks like. Bouncing back isn’t just about surviving failure; it’s about regaining momentum and ensuring you don’t stay stagnant.
Develop a trigger to snap yourself back into action. Maybe it’s listening to an uplifting podcast, calling a friend, or simply taking a walk. For me, spending a few moments with my kids or looking at their pictures reminds me why I keep pushing forward. These moments help me refocus and get moving again.
Pro Tip: Find your trigger to bounce back quickly and rebuild momentum. The faster you recover, the stronger your progress will be by year’s end.
Start Today
Don’t procrastinate. Time waits for no one, and you will never have this moment again. Even the smallest step forward can spark big changes. What will you commit to today?
Pro Tip: Start small, start now. Consistency is the secret to success.
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