The Art of Tripping

My mother is buying a treadmill. I'm going to help her pick it up tonight. Yes, it is New Year's resolution time again.

At the beginning of November, so many companies lock their doors, huddle around the boardroom table and hammer out their plan and budget for the next year. Reams of paper, dozens of pizzas/catered lunches later, you're ready. Profits up by 15%, revenues up by 20.. and so on..

So, how is it going so far? Have you tripped yet? Gone off your diet? Snuck that quick cigarette?

NOTE TO THE READER: Don't laugh at my next statement.

In a former life, I was a personal trainer. I know, it seems hard to believe. Ok, take a moment and chuckle... he he he...

Based on this knowledge, I have some serious understanding of resolutions. I also know that you have no idea how your organization's resolution..er.. plan is working so far this year..

All I ask is that you add to the overall plan some short term goals.. some quick wins. Make them fun, celebrate them. Have a company lunch. Yes, in January. You must have closed a deal, or opened a department.. or something.. right? right???

Plans are great. Make sure you don't get off course, get a buddy.. heck, call me... I have a resolution too.. I might need some help on mine.. To be honest...I'm not doing to well on mine.. only been to the gym once..

Be honest with yourself (your organization) - if you've tripped out of the gate on your 2005 plans.. TAKE ACTION NOW! Don't wait any longer.

If you've kept up your resolution.. let me know..

Mom, I'll be there at 7...