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Before starting anything new, assess what activities and relationships are draining or fueling your energy. Identify and remove things that no longer serve you, such as old relationships, physical clutter, unhealthy foods, or negative thought patterns, to free up mental and emotional space for the new year.
Focus on investments that offer a high return, such as personal growth, education, and skills development. The video highlights Skillshare as a great resource for learning new skills like copywriting, emphasizing that knowledge has the best ROI and helps level you up before the new year even begins.
Avoid the common mistake of waiting until January 1st to set goals. Start planning and even implementing new habits now to get a head start. The speaker shares her personal success with starting weekly planning three-quarters into the year, demonstrating that you don't need to wait for a new year to begin new goals.
With much of life being digital, it's crucial to declutter your online space. This includes organizing your camera roll, computer files, downloads, unfollowing inactive accounts on social media, deleting unused apps, and cleaning out your email inbox. This process helps refresh your mind and improve focus.
Before setting new goals, reflect on the past year's successes, failures, and lessons learned. Consider what added value to your life and what didn't. Also, contemplate your long-term vision for yourself, assessing who you are, your mission, and where you want to be in one, five, and ten years to gain clarity and direction for the future.