As we enter the new year, you probably have big goals in place for success. I know I do. Whether it's publishing those 3 articles per week or finally getting your sales team on camera, it takes commitment and dedication to reach those goals. That means doing the work every day.

Hopefully you're coming back to work today feeling refreshed and energized but let's be honest - it still gets dark early, we're all still dragging a little from the holiday indulgence, and I know I personally am still thinking about the unfinished Netflix shows I started binging. (The Circle anyone?)

So how do we hold ourselves accountable to do the work and make progress toward those goals?

Let me know your favorite accountability tools, apps, or even just habits you use to stay focused! Drop 'em in the comments.

Here's mine:
1. Google Keep checklists (or your favorite checklist app) are my lifeline

2. Time-blocking on my calendar (even if I'm meeting-free, I often put time on the calendar for important tasks so I use that time to do them especially when I know I'll be particularly focused such as in the mornings).

3. Have a "one thing" for the day. What's your one thing you must do to make today a success even if nothing else gets done? Make sure you get that thing done!

I also find ambient music / scenes on YouTube help me stay focused! Today's vibe is this one.