It’s the end of 2010, and if you’re like me, you find yourself looking back over the year and evaluating your productivity. If I were to give myself a grade, I’d say C- for actual work accomplished.
I’m results oriented, so although I had detailed to-do lists longer than my legs set end-to-end, I don’t give myself any points for good intentions.
But I did manage to do a few things:
- Donated copies of my book to libraries
- Mentored a new Toastmasters member
- Spoke on an online marketing panel at a regional writer’s organization
- Interviewed by authors for two book projects (writing, single parenting)
- Quoted in Dan Poynter’s most recent marketing book
- Wrote freelance interviews and articles
- Performed spoken word
- Freelance edited articles & book manuscripts
- Taught an in-person memoir class and online agent workshop
- Hired to create two blogsites
- Polished a family-feature script for Lifetime
- Hosted/spoke at a social networking business seminar
Not much accomplished in 365 days. Yes, I’m pretty hard on myself, but I know how much time I had to work with—completely unencumbered by children, a traditional job, or domestic responsibilities (beyond two active dogs and a mellow, supportive spouse), so I can’t use those as excuses.
On a personal level, my accomplishments were even more sparse: I took djembe drum lessons, and joined/participated in book club, drum circle, and crafty-girl Meet-Up groups. Not much, especially for someone who has been a joiner and an education and information junkie for years.
I’m sure I’m not alone. With the economy causing people to lose their jobs and their homes, happiness is at a premium for everyone who is struggling. But now, it’s time to kiss 2010 goodbye and plan for a bright and productive 2011. A fresh start, diving head-first into a New Year brimming with possibilities and plans, optimism and opportunities.
My vision board for 2011. Visualize it and make it happen. That’s my plan. Care to join me?
Take some time on New Year’s Day or on Sunday to map-out what you want in your life for 2011. I turned my vision board into wallpaper for my laptop, so I see it everyday.
My personal theme for 2011: Balance.
I want it. I need it.
Dear Readers, What is your theme for the New Year? Have you created (or will you create) a vision board or list of resolutions to guide and inspire you toward your goals?
Annette's Paper Trail 