I picked up the idea of setting a three-word resolution for each year from Chris Brogan last year. By choosing three general terms, you're able to set values & a tone that can be a driving force in your success all through the year, no matter what obstacles my come along.

Last year's resolution: Leadership, Community, Expertise.

I worked hard to promote those things in my life & those around me last year. 2009 was a trying year for a lot of people & even the country as a whole. 2010, I believe, will be a year based on actions taken to rise above where we all were in 2009. That's why I've chosen three verbs this year:

Work.
Working hard & smart isn't the only ingredient necessary for shining in tough times, but it is the most critical. Working hard & smart will be a constant & primary focus in my strategy for success for the coming year.

Lead.
There isn't time to wait for easier situations or hope others lead the way to success & ride their wake. Wherever I see an opportunity for advancement & achievement, I'll be focusing on leading the way to those things I have a vision for & bringing others along with me.

Innovate.
While there are plenty of old tried & true methods that can be useful in helping achieve success. The only way to truly rise above the crowd is to innovate.  I'll be focusing on bringing new ideas, strategies, & passion to all of my endeavors, then finding the ones that work in order to rise to the top.

These three little words serve as a resolution setting values that will guide all of my decisions in the coming year. I'll constantly be asking myself "How does this action line up with my goals of working, leading, & innovating?"

What values will guide your decisions in 2010? Leave your resolutions in the comments below; I'd love to hear what you see as your most important driving forces this year!

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