How To Set Goals

I always equate September with the beginning of a new year. Partly because I spent so many years as a student going back-to-school. But also because my birthday falls in September. This makes the month the beginning of my personal new year too. 

Because September signals a fresh start to me, I like to ask myself big philosophical questions about my future during this time. Here's one I heard the other day — would the 14-year-old you be proud of the person you are today?

My answer is, I think so but.  

While I don't remember the ins and outs of my life at 14, I remember that the dreams I had for my future included becoming a lawyer, raising a family, and doing something significant to change the world. So I think the14-year-old me would be pleased with what I've accomplished so far. But…

She also would question why it took me so long to bet on myself, start my business, and go after my dreams in a real way.  

Part of the issue was that for years, I never really set a goal to achieve those d…