The goal here is to replace resolutions with something a bit more useful. This is an idea was taken from Chris Brogan.
How Do You Do It?
Pick any three words that will guide you in the choices you intend to make for 2016. They should be words that let you challenge yourself as to motives and decisions. They should be words that help you guide your actions.
My 3 Words for 2016:
Grow. Invest. Connect.
Grow
Grow as a person.
Grow my business.
Grow my savings account.
Grow a garden.
Invest
Invest in myself; health, productivity, and personal development.
Invest in my business; learning by implementing.
Invest my time in worthy endeavors and pursuits.
Invest my money.
Invest in others.
Connect
Connect with nature.
Connect with other people.
Connect with influencers.
Re-connect with old friends.
Connect the dots*.
*Steve Jobs talks about this in his famous 2005 Stanford Commencement Address