Now that’s what I call timely and meaningful change.
During our follow-up session together, we brainstormed about ideas to stay on track, focused, and accountable throughout the year. I thought I would share those with you today.
- Start journaling on a regular basis. You can’t lie to yourself when you journal.
- Be very intentional on how you manage finite resources – your time, your money, and the information you focus on.
- Keep your goals visible – make a wallet size reminder and put it in your day planner; frame your goals; put your goals on your bathroom mirror; create a vision board.
- Track your money with Mint.com, Quicken, or some other tool to keep you financially accountable.
- Think about the worst that could possibly happen. Once you face that fear head-on, you might realize that it’s easier to embrace a bold and audacious attitude than you thought.
- Use the 24-hour rule – wait at least 24 hours before purchasing something that is a “want” and not a “need.”
- Leave your wallet in the car!
- Get involved with groups that support your goals. Meetup.com is a great resource for this.
- Take 1 action a day. Small steps on a consistent basis create success.
- Learn how to say No.
I would love to hear your ideas on how you intend to create yourself in 2009.