Wow!  Thanks for your great response to my last newsletter, "How Bad Do You Want It?" It clearly struck a chord. So, I decided to continue with this theme as you begin to consider and reconsider what resolutions are worth your time, energy and perhaps money this year.

I recently read this in the book, "Lead with a Story."  

When Bob McDonald joined the U.S. Military Academy at West point in 1971, he quickly learned there were only four acceptable responses when addressed by a superior officer. Those were "Yes, sir"; "No, sir"; "I don't understand, sir"; and "No excuse, sir."

It's a lesson Bob McDonald never forgot throughout his career. As the CEO of Procter & Gamble, he was responsible for setting stretch goals for the company. He made sure that everyone knew the "No excuse, sir" response is a clear indication of commitment and responsibility. 

Think about the goals you set and never achieved, like reaching a revenue number, losing those last 10 pounds, improving your work-life balance, getting that promotion, or finding that perfect-for-you partner. It's easy to blame it on someone else, genetics, the economy or even fate. Or you can choose to empower yourself and make no excuses. 

While some things happen that are out of our control, it's how we choose to respond to it--by giving up or giving more--that will determine our success.
 

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