Resolutions? Not From Me!

Why do people make resolutions? I am so tired of hearing things about losing weight, quitting smoking, drinking less, attending more religious services, etc. We all know that this is a bunch of hogwash! Face it folks, we are who we are and only one person could change us. Most of us are not strong enough to push ourselves.

However........................I do have some annual resolutions every professional should abide by whether currently employed or not:

1. Update your resume at least once a year. Even if you have held the same job for 10 or more years, chances are something has changed about your duties or skill sets.
2. Do at least one thing this year to enhance your skills. This could be attending a seminar, learning a new piece of software, or reading an interesting book.
3. Find some way to make yourself noticed in a positive way by your superiors, colleagues or internal/external customers or clients.
4. Look at yourself in the mirror on the first day of the new year and ask what you may do to be the best at your job.
5. Set some performance goals by quarter and review them as the time arrives.

Have a successful and healthy 2009!!