10 Ways to Crush It in 2015 Don't fall into the trap of the same habits, the same achievements, the same goals and the same mediocre results this year.
By Matt Mayberry Edited by Dan Bova
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At the beginning of the every new year and even a little bit before then, everyone has the same theme, or at least they think so. This theme is, "This is going to be my best year yet!" Unfortunately, once the end of the year rolls around again, they quickly realize that the past year was just like all the other years.
Nothing was really different. The same habits, the same achievements, the same goals and the same mediocre results. Please don't fall into this category that will rob so many people of greatness this upcoming year.
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Here are 10 ways to help you crush it in 2015.
1. Get serious!
To truly make this year your best year yet and absolutely crush it in 2015, you must get serious about doing just that. A majority of people will get excited for the first 30 days and then fall victim to complacency and just coast along from that point on. Get serious about your life. Get serious about your business. Get serious about your health. Get serious!
2. Learn and let go of 2014.
The whole last week of every year I spend every single day reflecting on how my previous year went and how I can grow and get better from it. I analyze my wins and losses and how I can build momentum going into the New Year.
But once I am finished with this process, I let the previous year completely go. I erase it from my thinking and encourage you to do the same. If it was a successful year for you, great, but don't let that define your 2015. Build new successes and reach for new heights. If it wasn't the best of year for you, there's incredible opportunity ahead because you have a whole year to absolutely crush it and make up for lost ground in 2014. Don't let one bad year turn into a bad life.
3. Take your health and fitness to the next level.
If you are going to take your success, income and business to the next level, then you must not forget about your health and fitness. This is one of the greatest assets that you have. Never take your health for granted. If you keep your body in unbelievable shape, you will increase your productivity levels like crazy and boost your self confidence.
4. Get very clear about what you want.
Setting a goal to lose weight, get in better shape or make more money won't cut it. Maybe for the first month you might be motivated but over time this type of clarity won't cut it. When you get extremely clear about what it is you want, your desire and commitment to actually make it a reality will skyrocket. Get clear about what you want.
5. Take massive action.
If people decided to actually get going on their new year goals and resolutions instead of just talking about them they would begin to see an amazing shift take place. One thing is for certain if you are going to really crush it in 2015: You must take massive action! Less talking and more doing.
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6. Let this be the year you let your mind work for you, not against you.
As hard as it may be at times, we fully control what goes into our minds and what we think about. Instead of letting your fears get the best of you or letting self-diminishing thoughts convince you that you are not capable, really work at what goes into your mind and what you think about. Come up with a routine that nourishes your mind and builds you up. Read the book As a Man Thinketh by James Allen to help get you started.
7. Hang around those who are doing better than you.
Take the time to analyze your relationships. As I say all the time, "Association is everything." If you constantly surround yourself with others who aren't doing big things then guess what? You won't do big things. The weak and mediocre get jealous when they are surrounded by others who are doing better than them. Champions, on the other hand, love being in the presence of greatness. They not only admire other peoples' success, they let it fuel them to be great themselves.
8. Create a personal growth plan.
Make 2015 all about your growth as an individual. I am a big believer that self-education is the best kind of education. Possibly nothing else could impact your life more in 2015 than creating a personal growth plan.
9. Stop the take-take mentality and operate out of the give-give mentality.
In business and in the game of life, always try to give more than you take. Be known as someone who gives freely and is always looking to serve others.
10. Create a sense of urgency!
Nothing gets on my nerves more than someone with a lack of urgency. Life is short, so live that way! If there if something you want to do, do it. If there is someone you love, tell them. If you have a passion, follow it. What a shame it would be if you missed out on something special all because of a lack of urgency. I see it happen all the time.
I hope this year is the year everything changes for you. I hope this year is your best year yet. I hope this year is the year you absolutely crush it and end up changing your life and business forever. Don't settle for average. Happy New Year!
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