Yes, I’m one of the millions of people who makes New Year’s resolutions each year.

I’m also one of the millions who usually gives up on those goals one, three or six months into the year.

I don’t go crazy with my resolutions. Like, instead of saying I want to lose 30 lbs., I instead say I want to eat healthier, get in the habit of exercising, and feel better about myself. I try to keep them general to help increase my chances of success. (I recognize that’s the opposite of what they teach you about setting goals, but in this scenario it seems to work better for me.)

A lot of people look at the new year as a fresh start.

#newyearnewme

In just a couple of days, we will be entering a new decade. And I can feel big, great things coming my way.

2019 was rough. It certainly had it’s ups, but it also had some of the lowest downs I think I’ll ever feel. And I’m determined to take everything I’ve felt and learned right into 2020 and make it one of the best years yet.

A few of my 2020 professional-bucket goals include:

• Five consistent freelance clients throughout the year.
• Complete fulfillment (and perhaps a promotion) at my existing job.
• Re-focus building my business with the ability to be solely reliant by 2022.
• Build my blog and brand, and continue providing timely, exceptional work for my clients.
• Earn at least two certifications in a marketing field.
• Become more educated in business ownership, finances and accounting.

I’ve already begun planning my content calendar and social media post calendars for myself and my clients, and committing to building my client list as much as I can handle. I’ve already set several personal and professional goals for myself, and written out my plan for accomplishment.

• Submit 10 proposals per week for clients.
• Have three consistent freelance clients by March 31.
• Have five consistent freelance clients by June 30.
• Commit one hour per day to my business – whether it’s for myself or a client.
• Finish one certification by April 30.
• Finish second certification by November 30.

I also want to commit to journaling at least one time per week, reading at least one book per month, and setting daily intentions. These are all things I have done in the past and have fallen out of habit, and I strive to re-commit to them next year.

For a few months, I fell out of love with my business and my work. But recently, I’ve fallen back. I thrive when I’m writing. I glean excitement from working with prospective and existing clients. I feel accomplished and proud when I complete an assignment. It’s a different kind of fulfillment the I get from my day-to-day job, and something I want to continue feeling for a long time. It’s also something I want to re-focus on building and creating in 2020.

2020 will be my year. It will be a year for my business and brand, my clients, and my success. What personal or professional goals are you setting in 2020? Share in the comments!