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Nov 2021
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One Question Makes Goal Setting Easy

Scott Smith - Motivation and Coaching
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As we enter the holiday season, have you taken a few minutes to consider what you would like to do in 2022?  Getting started now will allow you to relax and enjoy the next few months.  It begins by asking yourself, "What can I do?” But this time of year, we need to reach deeper by asking, "What can I do in a year?" Most people overestimate what they can do i ... Show More
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