As this year comes to an end, I'm thinking about how I can improve my life and business in 2026. As someone who is ambitious, I always want to improve my life and my situation. I want to take control of my destiny and have as many personal and professional experiences as I can.

I've concluded that I need to make some small—and not-so-small—changes in my approach and even change my goals to fit my ultimate objectives.

First, I need to let go of some baggage I've been holding onto. Think of it like throwing away clutter around the house. There's this notion I've been hanging onto that has been holding me back and getting in the way of my purpose.

Second, I need to be more focused on the process. I view myself as the ultimate idea guy and less of a process guy. Instead of always coming up with new ideas, I need to focus on my process.

Third, I need to lean on my team and communicate differently. As an idea guy, I often don't communicate what I need very well. When I ask for help, I often don't explain myself, and my team doesn't know what I'm doing or the idea behind it. I work with many people, and I need to lean on them more.

It's challenging for anybody to be honest with themselves. It's easy for people to just go with the flow and not work with intention or clarity. Being aware and in touch with not only your dreams but also your areas of improvement is a powerful strategy to understand where you need to go.

It's not too late to get in touch with your dreams and have a brutal assessment of what you need to do and why.

Go make 2026 your best year ever.