Well, here we are again! I’m having a really hard time believing that today is New Year’s Eve. WOW. Where did the year go? And now we’re almost out of time!
Today we’re getting ready for a little New Year’s Eve party we’ll be hosting this evening, but I’m also thinking about planning out 2014.
What does that mean in my world?
1. Planner. I break out my planner and look at the year ahead, just in general. Two things I make SURE I do are chart one day each month as a “Day of Nothing”, and I chart and implement any notes I made over various busy times of the year to make sure those occasions run even smoother the next time! Of course I transfer all the birthdays, anniversaries, and other special days, too. And if any of my goals for 2014 have a time limit set on them, then I make sure I chart those, too.
2. Monetary. My hubby and I take the time to make a plan for extra monies we receive throughout the year. This normally involves a priority list that we’d like to tackle. Would we like to put up a fence or purchase a new computer? Or do we go on vacation or paint the house instead? If we’ve made a plan for these items beforehand, any extra monies that arrive throughout the year are put to appropriate use, and not used spur-of-the-moment on things that we don’t really need.
3. Business. For me, this involves a few difference facets. Number one, my full-time job. This year I’m going for a new license, so I’ll be studying and taking a big test, too! Yikes! Number two, my photography business. I have set a few goals and I want to re-arrange a few policies and procedures to make a couple rough spots smooth. Number three, the blog! I want to monetize it this year and really push the boundaries to see what I can do with it!
4. Personal. We all have a few personal things we need to work on, so I’ve charted these in my planner, as well. Little reminders here and there that will give me a swift kick in the behind when needed!
Yes, I do a few New Year’s Resolutions here and there…but I mostly plan. Have you planned out YOUR 2014? How do you plan out the upcoming year?
My only goal for 2013 is a better year than 2014. Otherwise no resolutions this year.
Cindy
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That’s a great goal!
I think I am more of a go with the flow type of person, so I haven’t given much thought to the new year yet. Other than a few trips we have planned, I am just going to wait to see what life throws at me.
I wish very much I could be like you, Robin!
Happy New Year to you and your family!! 2014 is very promising!
Agreed!!!
We don’t make resolutions per se’ but my husband has declared 2014 the year of Organization and Better Health. We already started with the organization process and are participating in the 16 week challenge with Renew Your Space. We always take a good hard look at our budget spreadsheet this time of year which is always fun because we can see the goals we have achieved and set new one’s.
Those are great things to focus on, Shirley!
Love this! I need a planner for serious to stay on track!
It sure does help me bunches!
I feel that 2014 is the year of getting more organized. I try to be a better wife, mom, sister, daughter, homemaker, Christian, finance, teacher, buddy, blogger, reader, and musician. Let’s wish for the better and the best for 2014. It is one hour before January 2014. So, Happy New Year for later 12 hours in Florida?
Yes, I am ALWAYS in need of more organization! Ring in the New Year well, Adelien! We’ll be right behind you! 🙂
I have fitness goals like wanting to complete a half marathon (walk or run), finances we are meeting with our planner in two weeks and lots of bloggy goals!
Awesome!!!
I didn’t make any resolutions for 2014. I can never keep them so I just plan on living my life daily the best I can. Happy New Year to you!
And that may be the best resolution of them all! Happy New Year!
It sounds like you’ve got a great plan Kristen! That is half the battle. I am so ready for 2014 – I feel like it’s going to be a great year. Have a great party!! ~Renee
Thanks, Renee! I hope it will be a wonderful year, indeed!
I’m horrible at being organized but I did make a general list of things I need to accomplish and the steps I should complete to get there. Then I shoved it into a folder in my computer and haven’t opened it since.
HA! But that’s good initiative, Missy! 🙂
Such a good plan! Both specific and flexible at the same time 🙂 I just did my planner for the coming year – appointments, school functions, bills etc. It feels so good to have a fresh, crisp new planner. Wow, three jobs! That’s a lot to keep up with! Happy New Year!
I know, I LOVE a new planner!!! 🙂
I am excited for a new year. 2013 was a good year, but I am ready for a fresh slate! I love hearing your goals! I am not sure what is on our plate for next year, but I need to put some thought into it!
My problem is OVER-thinking it, honestly. So I’m trying not to!
these are all wonderful goals i hope you accomplish them all
Thanks! Working hard to do just that!
these are all wonderful goals i hope you accomplish them all and that the new year brings you everything you hope for
Thank you, Becca! 🙂
I don’t make resolutions either. I am planning to do some reorganizing around the house and to work more more diligently in my business taxes though. Happy New Year!
Those sound like good ideas! I’ve got to start the taxes process on Saturday. NOT looking forward to that one!
I ordered a blogging planner yesterday. I was to the point where I couldn’t keep track of giveaways I was a part of, whose blog I was guesting on and when, and all the different home tours, etc. that I had joined up with. Looking forward to being much more organized in 2014.
That’s such a great problem to have, Alli!
I resolved not to make resolutions some years back, but I guess it’s something I do year round. I have goals. We are like you, we try to plan ahead where monies will go, what we may need and set aside for emergencies. This year I want to be more time organized with my blog, which includes being more organized with my home surroundings (aka clean/organize/declutter). So many other goals, those are some I’m still working on from last year. I’m hoping (hint hint) you’ll do a post on affordable cameras and how to take pics.. like what the different settings mean (fewer setting the better for me!). I struggle with taking photos and would love your help!
I like the goals instead of resolutions idea! Oh yes, I had someone else ask me to do a post about affordable cameras, thank you! I had completely forgotten about it!
Awesome goals. I am needing to look at Tackling my Photography abit more head on.
Step 1 FINISH SCHOOL then i will move onto that.
Those are great goals!