My goal for 2015

I found a quote on instagram that perfectly sums up my goal for 2015. "Work until you no longer have to introduce yourself." This resonates with me on so many levels. First of all, you have to work. Nothing comes easy in this life and your passion must be proportionate to the size of your goal. I am not afraid of hard work. Second, keep working until you make it happen. It might be a long hard slog and there will be times you want to give up, but your tenacity must be stronger than your self-doubt. Finally, to be known as an expert in your field. Some people may mistake my goal of brand recognition as vanity or showmanship but I can't help people if they don't know who I am. I can't share my story with them, inspire them or make a difference in this world if I sit back and wait for them to come looking for me. They won't. I have never implied I am more talented, special or worthy than anyone else and that is not what marketing yourself as a brand is about.  I can promise you that as long as I see a need, I will try and fill it. It is my duty, not only to myself, but to my children and my community to use my talents to increase the greater good. This year, I will work hard so that when people hear my name, they will smile.