Hello 2016!

As we anticipate the dawn of a new year, we become introspective about the prior months—reviewing what we’ve accomplished and how we plan to improve our lives in the coming year. There’s something about ending one time era and entering a new one that brings about an appreciation for a clean slate.

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

The New Year is an opportunity to reinvent yourself and go after your truest desires, dreams and goals. Traditionally, we write a list of resolutions filled with things to do or not to do. However, many of the goals are left unmet. Clearly we don’t have any more time to waste! Mainly because you start with a list of things to accomplish, but no real plan to make it happen.

Many times people think “If I just work harder…If I have determination and perseverance…All I need is one big break…” to make my dreams come true…I just want you to know, your personal vision, attitude and expectation of a great life is what will keep you motivated and determined enough to persevere and reach your goals. Much of success is “inside work”. Long before it becomes a reality it is born in your heart and mind and need to be cultivated.

As we embark on our 2016 clean slate, I want to encourage you to not just create a list of goals but resolve to focus more on the inner work that it takes to bring about real change. To get you started in the right direction, I’m sharing my top 3 success secrets to having intentional success this year. If you’re tired of looking back and feeling disappointed about not achieving your dreams and goals, you may want to try the following tips to your business and life.

Declutter. When you’re trying to make something big happen, clearing the clutter is a sign that you’re rea