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Happy 2020! Wow, doesn’t it seem strange to be saying that? I hope everyone had a fantastic holiday season and ready for another spin around the sun. Ringing in a new year has me reflecting on 2019, the highs and lows. It also has me excited for 2020. As I review my 2019 goals, I am happy to report that I was able to mark many of them as accomplished, but there is always room for improvement. This is how I look at a new year, a time to level up, keep improving one’s self by doing and accomplishing the things that make me happy.
As I wrote about here, I do not make resolutions for the new year, but select goals for the year. I also create an action plan for each goal and write out how I will execute it on a monthly basis. Each week, I pick certain activities to do to bring me one step closer to accomplishing that goal. I write all this down in a notebook that I carry with me. It keeps me on track and laser-focused on what it is I need to do.
Another tool I use to assist me in accomplishing my goals is accountability. By sharing my goals, putting it out there in the universe, I am holding myself accountable. This year, I have decided to do this two ways. First, each month I will be posting my goals for the month, and at the end of the month, I will report back, right here on my blog. Second, I have opened up a private Facebook page called Goal Climbers 2020. This is a group of goal-oriented people who are looking for accountability and support as they crush their 2020 goals. I will provide resources and tips on how we can make 2020 our year to shine. If interested, leave me a comment or reach out to me on Facebook. I will add you to the group.
Now, for my 2020 goals. I break my goals down into four categories, Personal, Financial, Professional, and Household. Within those categories are sub-categories. Under the sub-categories are the goals I want to achieve and how I will go about making them happen. Below are some examples, so you get a visual of what I am doing. I will not list them all here, but if you would like to see my full list, I will be sharing it in the Facebook group.
Here I break down each room and list what if anything needs to be improved. For instance, we need new family furniture. Our upstairs bathroom needs reorganization, things like that.
Most of this will have to do with this blog. These goals include growing my social media presence, landing sponsorships, and connecting with other bloggers around the globe. Of course, I have goals for my day job, but in the interest of keeping those separate, I will keep those to myself.
My goals are listed in my notebook. I breakdown the goals by quarter, month, and week. This way, I am always working on something, but not becoming overwhelmed by it all. For January, I have decided to concentrate on the following:
As you can see, some of these will be quick and simple, and others will be more involved. Each week I will schedule activities that will assist me in the more complex goals (like writing posts, SEO, and strength training). Does this make sense? It may seem like a bit of work, but once you are in the habit of writing these down and planning your month and week, it all starts to flow nicely.
Now, what about you? Are you ready to set goals and crush the year? Let’s do this together.
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December 24, 2020
Lucinda | 6th Jan 20
I don’t really make resolutions either. But if I made one for this year it would be to make more chocolate mousse. 🙂 Your running goal is awesome! I’ve done 1000 miles in a year and cannot yet imagine doubling it. You have inspired me to at least make a list of goals and dreams. Thanks!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you. I am glad I inspired you.
Sydney Delong | 6th Jan 20
I like the idea of goals rather than resolutions. You made a great list, and is very inspiring!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you so very much.
Angela | 6th Jan 20
Having a good year with no stress for change & just making small steps is my process
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Excellent goals!
vanessa | 6th Jan 20
Goals are good! Mine are to focus on the blog and to prepare my HS Senior for her next journey. It’s bound to be an exciting year and I’m psyched about it!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Ahhh.. I have a high school senior as well. It is going to be a big year. Good luck!
Holly | 6th Jan 20
Heather, you always have such inspiring posts!! Thank you for sharing!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Holly, thank you so much. That is very kind of you to say.
Charlotte | 6th Jan 20
Whew! Love all of your goals, but I got exhausted reading them! You are awesome.
Heather | 12th Jan 20
LOL!! Thank you. I like to keep busy. 🙂
Lisa Manderino | 6th Jan 20
I like writing everything out too! I am a visual person!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Me too. It helps me remember things.
Kendra | 7th Jan 20
Planning it out is so helpful. Great post!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you!
Amy Irvin | 7th Jan 20
These are great goals you’ve made. This is inspiring. I have goals for the New Year as well. Add me to the group!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Hi Amy: I will e-mail you. Thanks!
Robin | 7th Jan 20
Love this! I am always making goals, no matter the time of year. I don’t believe resolutions work because of that. Thanks for being so open and sharing.
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you for stopping by.
Noelle | 7th Jan 20
I love that you have different categories too. These are great ideas!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you so much.
Tonya | the Writer Mom | 7th Jan 20
I try to set goals rather than resolutions, too. My problem is having too many goals and not enough time! It’s going to be a good year, though.
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Good luck! I think it better to have too many than too few goals. Shoot for the moon and you will land somewhere among the stars.
Jill DeMasi | 7th Jan 20
Thanks for sharing your goals! It helps to write them down. Good luck! I want to start listening to podcasts too 🙂
Heather | 12th Jan 20
I love podcasts. I must listen to several a week.
Caitlin Westwood | 7th Jan 20
These sound like great goals. I also like to tell people about my goals, or post them somewhere. I find it keeps me more accountable to myself! Thanks!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Exactly. How can I got achieve them if I have let the world know about them. 🙂
Tracy | 7th Jan 20
What a great list! And I love that you broke out specific monthly goals too! You got this!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thanks so much!
Maria | 7th Jan 20
I think your methodology looks like a great way to be successful in achieving your goals.
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you! I find it works well.
Beatriz | 7th Jan 20
Thank you for the tips!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you for stopping by.
Brianna | 8th Jan 20
These are great goals! I have yet to find Time to sit down and write mine I’ve just been going and going but you inspire me to make time. Thank you!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Great! I hope you took some time and wrote them down.
Katherine Wolfe | 8th Jan 20
Love this post! I made goals for this year instead of resolutions and am super excited!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Awesome! I hope you achieve all of them.
Annette | 8th Jan 20
Great post for a New Year! I prefer to think about this as goals – forward progress works, too. Thanks for sharing!
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thanks for stopping by!
Eva | 9th Jan 20
I don’t do resolutions, either; I found them to be just empty wishes. Love the way you have yours laid out. <3
Heather | 12th Jan 20
Thank you! Empty wishes a great way to describe them.
Melissa Jones | 13th Jan 20
You have amazing goals set! I know I am definitely looking forward to all that 2020 has to offer!
Heather | 17th Jan 20
Thank you!
Lisa | 13th Jan 20
I like how your goals cover all different aspects of your life.
Heather | 17th Jan 20
Thanks!