Resolutions

And so 2010 arrives and it's time for making resolutions for the coming year. Most people make them and by the end of January they have long forgotten what they had said they would stop doing or start doing!!!! And why does that happen? Because very often the target set is unrealistic and unachievable and so the decision, unaware as it might be, to discontinue the resolution is really likely to happen.

For 2010 though this is to be your year. So make resolutions that are achievable and realistic. That will ensure you keep your focus and manage the "difficult" times that lie ahead. Being strong and positive in the face of what appear to be troubled waters will help you and others around you; remember your wife, husband or partner wants you to succeed in all that you are trying to do.

Don't forget that you can share things with them. They can give you support and advice and help you through. Yes they might be biased - but they are good for you!!! They can help you disregard negative thoughts and show you and remind you that you are the best.

All of this advice is helpful too in terms of managing your work life. You must share your work life with your wife, husband or partner and not keep them separate from that. It is good for them to understand what is happening and be your shoulder of support.

Especially in times of recession and potential for job loss, you need somebody to remind you that you are not to blame for what is happening - and they will bring you back to reality when needed. And if you do lose your job, you will need their support in that job search.

I know that my wife, My Roxy, will always support me in everything I strive to do. She cajoles me, she gives me ideas, she suggests things, she is my major confidante. We all need one.

(c) Iain Williamson 2.1.10