Annually, around this time of year, I have always taken time to “mentally” sort things out. Over time, I have affectionately referred to this exercise as a “mental” toothbrushing. I have found the exercise so helpful that in addition to this usual year-end “brushing” I try to also do several “brushings” throughout the year. Some of you may do something similar (at least I hope so). For those of you who don’t, well you’re cheating yourself, your business/career and most importantly your family of an excellent opportunity to make things better. Unless of course, your one of those rare folks who isn’t happy unless they are complaining about something. If you are, then stop reading now and go bash someone or something on your “facebook” account.

So with that as background, let me share with you three important things you need to be thinking about as you brush your “grey matter”. Now there are other important issues but for now, I just want you to think about these. Why? Well, because they go beyond what you do and focus on who you are and who you can be. (more…)