Friday, December 19, 2008

Can You Believe It?

Can you believe it? Today was the last working Friday of the year for many people. Some of us will work next Friday, but not everyone. Either way, we're down to the end of 2008.

I like Friday evenings because it gives me a chance to reflect on the week that was and begin planning for the week ahead - with the weekend to help crystallize those plans and strategies.

Today marks a similar time for the whole year. It signals a time to reflect upon and evaluate the entire work year and determine what worked, what didn't, what opportunities there are for 2009, directions to go, appointments to set, areas to focus on, and ways to grow and prosper in 2009.

Forget survival. That was a strategy for many in 2008, but I'm looking for better and better opportunities in 2009. They won't come all at once, but we'll just realize a few months from now that we're doing much better and that there are more customers.
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2 comments:

David Hoke said...

My last Friday at the office in 2008 occured a week ago. I was home recovering from knee surgery yesterday.

Fortunately, 2008 has been a good year. We're optimistically approaching 2009, both my marketing company and wife's real estate sales team, hoping for a strong year.

My only New Year's resolution is to explore social networking at greater depths. Since I'm still a newbie, my resolution is very achievable.

Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Steve Hoffacker said...

David,

Now you'll be running another marathon a year with that patch.

You have so much to share and I look forward to working with you and seeing your impact on people who need your help in 2009.

Merry Christmas to all on your end.

Steve