It’s almost the last day of 2009 and I want you to participate in a simple exercise with me.

I have 5 questions I’d like for you to answer before you turn-out the lights in 2009 and flip the switch for 2010.

1. Sometimes we must go backwards to go forward. How has this manifested itself in your life this year?

2. Was there a specific incident this year in your business that inspired and equipped you for a better 2010?

3. If 2010 were a movie of your life, what current or past movie will best represent your intended life?

4. Imagine you were tasked with conducting a case study of your company’s 2009 marketing. Complete your answers to the following case study format:

• Problem. What was the major problem or challenge you faced for your 2009 marketing strategy?
• Action. What action did you take to overcome your greatest 2009 marketing challenges?
• Result. What were the results of your actions?

5. What are the risks you must take in 2010 that 2009 has prepared you to take?