What Works | Small Business Podcast With Tara Mcmullin

Well, we’ve nearly made it to the end of another January. As of today, I’m 24 days into my first Whole30. I’m 4 weeks into a new training program. I’m 14 posts into committing to writing and sharing more often on Instagram and LinkedIn. I’m 4 weeks into bullet journaling. As you might guess, I love January. I love the potential, the possibility, and the opportunity of the new year. I love setting new intentions and goals. Of course, not everyone feels this way. “February is the new January” memes are popping up everywhere. There’s a January backlash that’s been gaining steam over the last few years. If you don’t mind, I’d like to share my take on why this is… but I need to do it, as per usual, with a fitness metaphor. When I was a young athlete, I loved the fast burn. I was always itching to steal second base, to sprint across the finish line, or to take a fast break for a lay-up. When I started training as an adult, I approached things the same way. Even if it hurt or ruined me for t