Setting resolutions for the new year is a tradition that many people enjoy. It’s an opportunity to reflect on what you did well in the past year and what needs improvement in the coming months. It can be challenging to set resolutions as an entrepreneur because they often conflict with your career goals. But there are things you can do this year to make sure you’re staying focused on both personal and professional development!
Small Goals Add Up
If you’ve spent the past year working 80 hours a week, it might not be realistic to set a goal of waking up at five every day. Instead, think about what’s achievable in this next month or two and make that your resolution. For example, if you want to improve your exercise routine, try setting the alarm 30 minutes earlier than usual to fit in a workout.
Learn New Things
People set a million and one resolutions every year: read 52 books, take up cooking, and learn to knit are just a few examples. But you likely have other goals too – like growing your business – so keep those in mind as well! Try setting a goal of learning two things this month related to running an online store. For example, update yourself on the latest trends or read a case study about another business like yours.
Remember that resolutions aren’t meant to be daunting; they’re intended to help you grow as a person and an entrepreneur! Make sure you keep track of your progress by writing down your goals and how well (or poorly!) you reached them each day. This will help you see what needs improvement and where you’re excelling.
Identify Your Passions
At the end of the day, what do you love to do? In a world full of “shoulds,” – should I be spending more time on my business or personal development? Should I focus on generating revenue or increasing brand awareness? – It can be easy to lose sight of your passions. This year make sure that they’re always at the forefront of your mind by setting resolutions that align with things you love. For example, if you’re a musician, set a goal to play guitar for 30 minutes each day or take an improv class on the weekends!
Don’t Neglect Yourself
We all want to be successful entrepreneurs and amazing spouses and parents and friends. But sometimes, we get so caught up in our personal development that we forget what makes us happy! This year make sure you’re not spreading yourself too thin by setting too many resolutions. Start with two or three things, like learning a new language (or an instrument!) or perfecting your home-brewed beer that you are genuinely interested in. Then push yourself to follow through by setting some restrictions on how much time you’ll spend on each activity.