#. Episode Title With Episode Number at the Start CAPTURE ATTENTION It’s a new year, and like many people, you’ve probably set a list of resolutions aimed at improving your life and career.  But what if I told you that these resolutions alone won't bring the change you're seeking in your veterinary career? - In this episode you’ll learn: The common pitfalls of New Year's resolutions.Strategies to set career goals that are genuinely achievable and fulfilling.How to maintain momentum and adapt as the year progresses. - YOUR NEXT STEP: A Daily Check-In If you’ve made a goal for the year that is SMART, it’s still likely going to be a big goal. We need to break this down into very small micro-goals. How? Each day, while taking into account your bigger goal, first, consider whether anything significant has changed between today and your last daily check in, THEN write down 3 priorities for the day. If the task takes less than 2 minutes, do it right now. So for example, if your bigger goal is “Create a better work-life balance”, it’s too vague and you will not achieve that today, but you could write down and DO,  Define SPECIFICALLY what work life balance means to me and write a SMART goal for 2024.Write down and discuss with those closest to me, what are my non-negotiablesContact the boss to discuss a change in work schedule. A daily check-in will allow you to take little nibbles at a bigger, seemingly undefinable, goal. - If you’re enjoying this podcast, don’t forget to subscribe on your listening app. - JOIN the Next Step Vet community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nextstepvet/  Learn more at: https://www.nextstepvet.com Or if you’re serious about making meaningful changes in your veterinary career: BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL: https://calendly.com/steveoehley/next-step-vet-discovery-call