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by James Smith, Executive Director There are moments when a single sentence cuts through the noise and forces you to stop. I remember hearing this one clearly: “There are only two things you get from the past: pleasant memories and lessons learned.” Nothing else. That quote came to mind again recently after two separate conversations I had with young professionals in their 30s. Both were carrying heavy regret about decisions they made in their 20s—career choices, relationship

by James Smith, Executive Director Last year, I shared a concept that many of you tried—and a few fully embraced. This year, I want to come back to it from a different angle, because I’ve now seen something important: When this habit is used consistently, it works. Every time. (On business or personal goals.) In fact, by using this practice, I didn’t just hit my main goal last year—I shattered it . And I’ve done the same in every year I’ve committed to this rule. It’s simple.

Why the most important leadership work starts with you James Smith, Executive Director By now, we’re far enough into January for a familiar moment to arrive. In fact, today is known as National Quitters Day —the point in the year when most New Year’s resolutions have already been abandoned. Gym attendance drops. Planners start gathering dust. Big intentions quietly shrink back into old habits. That’s not meant to discourage you. It’s meant to reveal something important. Most

The Small Decisions That Shape a Big Year by James Smith, Executive Director Let me ask you something as we head into a new year. What’s one meaningful contribution you’ve made to your life recently? Something that made your family stronger, your business better, your customers happier, or your own mindset healthier? Now a second question—one that matters even more: What are you currently doing—on purpose—to create a result that will make a real difference in 2026? Because he