Should you ditch resolutions? 🗓️ {The Virtual PM Newsletter}


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Hey Reader,

We officially have a few more days before this year ends... and if you're anything like me, you may already be planning your goals.

And you may also fall into the trap of resolutions fizzling out by March.

Who's with me? 🙋🏽‍♀️

Here’s what I’ve learned: It’s not about the number of goals you set. It’s about how you approach them.

Instead of piling on tasks, I’ve adopted a planning mindset—a way to align my goals with my vision, focus on what truly matters, and actually make progress that sticks.

The key? A shift in how you think about your goals.

Not just “What do I want to do?” but “Why does this matter?”

That one question changed everything for me, helping me move from busywork to meaningful work.

This year, I’m inviting you to do the same.

Let’s rethink how we approach our goals and set ourselves up for real, lasting results.

Check out the infographic below to see my top no-nonsense tips on how to REALLY plan your year.



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Most leadership resources focus on surface-level tips without helping you understand why you lead the way you do—or how to actually improve.

That’s why so many leaders hit a wall. They:

❌ Feel overwhelmed by the day-to-day demands of leadership
❌ Struggle to connect with their team in a meaningful way
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✔️ Build trust with your team
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✔️ Stay focused on what really matter


Don’t let another year pass by without stepping into the leader you were meant to be. Hurry, this deal expires on December 31st!

Let’s do this together.



Virtually Yours,

Donna Franklin West, MHA, PMP, CSM

CEO, The Virtual PM

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