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Hey Reader,

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“A goal without a plan is just a wish.”
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​I’ve always loved that quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry because, well… it’s painfully true.

A few years ago, I had this ambitious goal to grow my business. I mean, I was fired up at the start of the year, but by mid-March?

My “plan” (or lack of one) had completely fallen apart. Life got busy, distractions crept in, and before I knew it, I was spinning my wheels without making real progress.
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Sound familiar?

Here’s what I learned the hard way: slipping from your goals doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it’s simply a sign to recalibrate. Watch THIS if you can relate. ​
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I learned that breaking goals into smaller, more actionable steps, everything can shift.
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Here are some more tips:
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If you’re feeling like you’ve already lost steam or you’re not sure how to get back on track, don’t worry. It happens to the best of us.
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​You can always reset, refocus, and finish strong.​
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Ready to make real progress this year? READ THIS for some inspiration. ​
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What I'm Loving this Month
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💪 Fitness Tracker: The Fitbit Inspire 3 Health & Fitness Tracker is officially my new accountability buddy. From tracking my steps and sleep to monitoring my heart rate, this little gadget is like having a personal health coach on my wrist. Bonus: it’s lightweight and actually stylish, so I never feel like I’m wearing a clunky device.

🎧 Headphones: Say hello to music that moves you. The JBL Tune 720BT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones deliver insane bass and crystal-clear sound, all while being comfy enough to wear for hours. Perfect for work, workouts, or tuning out the world while you chill.

📚 Book: Joyce Meyer’s Do It Afraid is my new favorite read! It’s all about pushing past fear and stepping into courage, no matter what life throws your way. When I was reading it, I felt like I had a cheerleader in my corner constantly reminding me that fear doesn’t have to call the shots.

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Achieve Your New Year Goals with These 👇🏽

​Action Plan Template: Got big ideas but still winging it? Stop playing and get the Action Plan Template. Simple, effective, and straight to the point—this template will help you go from “I’ll do it someday” to “It’s already done.”
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​Accountability Checklist: Struggling to stick to your goals? Say no more. The Accountability Checklist will keep you in check like a boss—no excuses, no slacking. You’ve got big moves to make, and this checklist will make sure you actually follow through.
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​New Project Checklist: Starting a project without a plan is an amateur move. The New Project Checklist has everything you need to hit the ground running. No missed steps, no wasted time—just a foolproof way to look like you’ve got it all together (because you will).
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Virtually Yours,

Donna Franklin West, MHA, PMP, CSM

CEO, The Virtual PM

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