Another Year, Another Resolution?
Aren't you going to do it again this year...? Hahaha!You don’t want to be that person, do you? The one who makes resolutions, sets goals but never follows through? If you actually set goals and stick to them, congratulations—you belong to the rare 5% who execute this. Chapeau!
Hi everyone, here we are again—a brand-new year, ready to be filled with plans, ambitions, and possibilities. Have you started your list yet? Is it all set for 2025?
Personal goals, business strategies, kick-off meetings, projections—yes, we’re all busy setting the stage for the year ahead. But now that 2024 is behind us, I’m curious: how do you reflect on the past year? Was it a success? And what does success even mean to you? What did that year bring you? Which long-awaited decisions did you finally make, and what did it take to follow through?
The Language of “Trying”
And now… do you have the same list ready for 2025? If so, take comfort—you’re part of the 95% who will “try” again.
Aah, trying—what a wonderful word. But do we ever really consider how much our language shapes our thinking and actions?
“Trying” already gives you an excuse for not succeeding. (But I tried)Too many people say they’ll do something but never follow through. How dull is that?You’ve set your plans—now what actually happened to them? Of course, you’re going to make it all happen, right? Well… I hate to spoil your thoughts, but I don’t believe you will.
Why Goals Fail
Seeing is believing. We’re brilliant at procrastinating and making excuses. By March, 80% of people will have already given up. By the end of 2025, only 5% will have truly accomplished their goals.
So, who are you really doing it for? What questions are you asking yourself, and with what intentions? It’s not that I don’t believe in people—it’s just that setting goals and turning them into action is apparently very hard. Why do we so often fail?
There are 2 main reasons for this:
- We often take on more than we can handle. Our lists become overwhelming, turning into a mental battle of priorities. The result? Distraction, frustration, and discouragement.
- Our emotions sabotage us. Self-improvement is tough because emotions have a sneaky way of holding our behaviour hostage. Without the ability to recognize and manage our emotions, old habits are nearly impossible to break.
What Actually Works
Many people often ask me how to change this. During many conversations and asking people what now makes them perform something or not, I always come to the same conclusion.
The most chance of success occurs if:
- You keep the lists small;
- Celebrate successes in time;
- Stay focused on what truly matters to you
- Keep practicing new habits until they feel natural
- Do the ordinary things right the first time
Imagine treating every ordinary day as an important one. Suddenly, you’re not staring at a huge mountain—you’re just focusing on one day at a time. Small victories build momentum, and before you know it, you’re making real progress.
The Power of Small Wins
What if you actually followed through on at least one meaningful goal? Can you visualize how that would look? What words would you need to make it happen? How would it feel to finally accomplish it?
The best part? The real joy comes afterward—and it tastes pretty sweet.
At the end of the day, success is 80% effort, 20% relaxation, and 100% satisfaction. Because for whom are you really doing it? Yourself? A partner? A colleague? Whoever it is, your motivation matters.
Your Turn
So—how will you achieve your goals this year?I’d love to hear your thoughts—share them in the comments below. Let’s learn from each other.
Make it a beautiful day!Jos
