Every year, we sit down and make a list of things we hope to achieve to help us strip a few bad habits, create good ones, and improve oneself overall. This is really helpful for those who work with Online Marketing and Social Media– it’s a tough, fast-paced world where self-motivation, organization, and relaxation can go a long way!

2. We’re a couple of weeks into 2016 and
hopefully you’re off to a great start on
those updated new year’s resolutions!
Every year, we sit down and make a list of
things we hope to achieve to help us strip
a few bad habits, create good ones, and
improve oneself overall. This is really
helpful for those who work with Online
Marketing and Social Media– it’s a tough,
fast-paced world where self-motivation,
organization, and relaxation can go a long
way!

3. However, majority of individuals who aim for
change tend to lose motivation as the year
progresses. This is why we’ve prepared 9 data-
backed tips for you to stick to your new year’s
resolutions and stay on track with your goals
for yourself and online marketing career!
1. Plan
It’s the same in almost any situation that
requires a strategy, planning should always
come first. This helps you recognize the results
you want, how to achieve them, where to start,
and what or who you need to get you there.
Studies show that clearly defining your
intention can improve your chances at success
and individuals were more likely to follow
through when a guide is at hand.

4. 2. Set micro-goals
If you take a look at your end goal,
sometimes it might seem a little
overwhelming. For example you want to
save $365 dollars or lose 60 pounds, that’s
a lot to take in! Consider specifying your
goal to saving $1 a day or losing 5 pounds a
month to convince yourself to keep at it.
3. Get social support
Studies show that participants who
enrolled in weight-loss programs with
friend or family were more likely to keep off
the weight. Thanks to the social support
you receive from loved ones who are also
going through the same journey, you have a
stronger foundation to stay on track and
motivated.

5. 4. Don’t multi-task
It is a natural tendency to multi-task given
enough distractions. Those who eat,
sleep, breathe online marketing like most
marketers do are always itching to get a
bulk of to-do’s off the list at once, so this
is where you should break that habit! It’s
best to focus on one goal at a time so that
our progress and efficiency are directed to
where they should be.
5. Make a bet
For the record, gambling is a bad and
expensive habit. However, a friendly
wager between a few close buddies on
how your New Year’s resolution will turn
out can serve as an incentive for you to
stay motivated. Lunch is on the next guy
late for work!

6. 6. Pre-commit to your goals
Pre-commitment is the ability to avoid
temptation by eliminating the option. There
are different ways to do this. For example in
terms of aiming to be productive and
relating it to online marketing, write a blog
or do offline work somewhere without
internet connection.
7. Use your inner voice
Literally motivating yourself by telling
yourself things like “Don’t give up” or
“You’re doing great” can be an effective
way to push yourself further and keep at it.
Giving yourself a pep talk before any big
moment also helps eliminate impulses to
back out or go a different direction.

7. 8. Monitor your glucose levels
According to a study conducted by Florida
State University, self-control can deplete
large amounts of glucose – making it
harder to practice self-control when
glucose levels are low! Stabilize your
glucose levels by munching on protein and
complex carbohydrates.
9. Reward yourself
If you’ve ever heard of B.F. Skinner, you’re
probably familiar with his work on
psychology and his research stating that
the process of modifying behavior
involves the use of both positive and
negative reinforcement.

8. Positive reinforcement help prep us to a desired behavior. If you’re trying to
lose weight, allow yourself a weekly cheat day so you have something to
look forward to regularly.
Good luck on your New Year’s resolutions!

9. To Your Best Online!
Ingrid Gee, Internet Marketing Consultant. Blue
Dress® Marketing, an Internet Marketing Company
headquartered in Knoxville, TN. Internet Marketing
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