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Realistically SMART goals

Going into the new year, I have quite a few goals to accomplish. This is normally the time when we would all set a New years resolution. We can set goals, but when we lack directon and consistency, we end up short. This issue is best tackled by SMART goals.

A SMART goal is one that is specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timley. Defining these parameters as they pertain to your goal helps ensure that your objectives are attainable within a certain time frame. An example of this would be: losing 20 pounds by the end of the year. To track progress, someone might do morning or weekly weigh-ins to gauge progression. Additionally, changes to ones diet and exercise regimine will aid in the process. As time goes on, one will be able to see how progress is going along to see if progress is being made in a timely fashion. If things are not being done in time, there are metrics that might need to be updated, like eating even more differently and lifting more weight and longer, more intense cardio sessions. These metrics will change as time and circumstances change.

No matter what your goal is, in order to obtain it, there must be purpose and direction as we as a way to monitor progress. A SMART goal is a specific way to measure out and make your goals more attainable in a realistic and timely fashion. Going into the new year, i encourage you to make SMART goals to have a successful new year. Until the next time, dear readers, excelsior and happy new year!

Happy New Year!

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As this year draws to a close, we also draw close to the end of the decade. A common trend around this time of year is a plethora of “new year, new me”  posts as well as new years resolutions (that a decent percentage of us will fail within a few weeks or so statistically speaking) This time I do not wish to talk about the clichés of the new years goals, this time I would like to discuss commitments for life.

When I started this blog, I had the idea to talk about investments of the financial sort (IRA, CDs, retirement, etc.), but there is more to the investments that you can make with your time and resources. Going forward I will also be discussing more topics in not just finance but also health and wellness (because your health is a serious investment), style, and professional etiquette. I will also throw a few more surprises your way, dear reader.

As you prepare for this new year keep in mind that we are embarking on a new chapter in time, let this new chapter in your book start with making more of an investment in yourself and your wellbeing for yourself and those around you. I look forward to sharing more topics and hope that you have a successful start to the new year. Stay tuned!