If you've found yourself off to a slow start in the New Year, try picking up a book by one of my favorite authors, John C. Maxwell. He has several great books, and in my reading today I found something I'd like to share with everyone as we kick off the new year.

John Maxwell's Seven Steps to Success

1. Make a commitment to grow daily.

2. Value the process more than events.

3. Don't wait for inspiration.

4. Be willing to sacrifice pleasure for opportunity.

5. Dream BIG!

6. Plan your priorities.

7. Give up to go up.

You will never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success if found in your daily routine. -John C. Maxwell