What's Your Word of the Year for 2022
This post was originally published on January 2, 2019. It has been updated as of December 28, 2021.
One thing I’ve learned about in the last five months is that showing your face on your social media is important!
I’ll let you in on a little secret.
I hate taking pictures and I hate myself on video.
I’m not necessarily shy. I’m not an introvert.
But I do have a fear of putting myself “out there" like that.
Times have changed. When I started my virtual assistant business, the necessity to make videos on an ongoing basis and reels did not exist. And that was only 3 years ago.
Now, if you want to be successful you have no choice. So in 2022, I’m going to embrace taking more pictures, creating videos and reels; and putting my face on my social media.
So, my word for 2022 is VISIBLE
*****2019’s post*****
January 1, 2020, has come and gone.
Can you believe it?
A new year brings fresh starts, new possibilities, and new goals.
Did you have a great 2019?
I did! I started a new business, made a whole bunch of online friends who kick-ass as coaches, graphic designers, social media managers, podcaster’s and more! Whether you had an awesome 2019 or not, it’s a new year with a clean slate and I want you to skyrocket through 2020 full throttle with a purpose.
This year I ditched the “new years resolution” hype that always left me feeling guilty if I slipped up and didn’t accomplish what I set out to do. Instead, I picked a word of the year. Last year I picked ELEVATE (see last year’s post below). And I succeeded. I elevated my life personally. I elevated my online business. I elevated my relationship with Christ.
I think that’s a pretty damn good year.
For 2020, my word of the year is CREATE!
I picked CREATE as my word of the year because I’m on a mission to quit my part-time job by creating a passive stream of income.
I started an Etsy store.
I started a new Blog.
I plan to start a Shopify store before May 1.
Plus, I still have Virtual Assistant and Pinterest clients.
So yeah, I’m busy…but I’m NOT tired. I’m STOKED! I’m EXCITED! I’m on a MISSION!
I’m hoping this year brings about all the wishes and dreams I have for myself and for my kiddos and my fellow online entrepreneurs.
Have you picked a Word of the Year?
If you haven’t or are wondering how here are a few things you can do to help you come up with your word of the year.
What Area of Your Life Would You Like To Change?
Reflect on your life right now. Is there anything in your life you’d like to change, improve or upgrade? Are you struggling with anything?
Brainstorm A List Of Word Choices.
Now that you’ve reflected, what words come to mind? Grab your journal or a piece of paper or pull up the notes app on your phone and free-write every word you can think of. Give yourself several options. Look at the list and determine if any of the words are actionable. Are any of the word choices something you can put into action every single day for the next year? I picked the word CREATE because it is actionable. I’m going to create coffee mug designs and sell them in my Etsy store. I created a worship journal that I self-published on Amazon and I have plans to create more. I’m going to create and sell a bunch of stuff in my Shopify store.
The word CREATE is actionable. So, whether or not I create one mug or 100 mugs, 1 journal, or 20 journals, I’m already on my way toward a creative year.
Pick A Word Of The Year
Don’t allow yourself to pick more than one word. You might be tempted to pick more than one word once you see your list but the point of this word of the year is to focus on ONE thing you can be purposeful about. Pick the one word you know will help you create action steps so you will be successful. Once you pick your word of the day, print your word out and make it visible so you can see it every day and begin to put it into practice each and every day.
I hope these steps help.
Let me know in the comments what word you picked and why.
*****2018’s post*****
What’s your “anchor” word or “power word” for the year? I’ve seen a lot of this in several #womenempowerment or #virtualassistant groups I’m in since becoming an entrepreneur. It’s weird to write that. I never thought I’d be an entrepreneur. My father was an entrepreneur so I guess I got the bug from him. The excitement I feel about it is hard to explain. But I’m ecstatic about helping other #entrepreneurs and #smallbusinessowners with their businesses.
Power Word.
Most of the posts I’ve seen are about selecting a power word or anchor word that you use to motivate you to succeed as an entrepreneur the entire year. The first word that came to my mind when I began my VA business was “elevate.” As an entrepreneur, I wanted to elevate my business so it’ll be one of the go-to virtual assistant companies online. I want it to be successful. I want to work with amazing clients. If that means I only work with ONE client. I’ll be happy with that. If I work with TEN clients, of course, I’ll be happy with that as well. But what I really want is to provide EVERY client with the best service possible. So...my power word or anchor for the year is
ELEVATE!
Six other power words I think ALL entrepreneurs should aspire to are:
Growth.
Not just for you, but for your clients or customers as well. If your clients see growth and they can attribute that growth to something you helped them with - then they will continue to be a client or customers.
Grind.
Every day. This is something I know I’ll have to do to grow my business. I can’t take days off. At least not right now. One day I know I’ll be able to, but starting out, I know I need to grind each day so my business will be a success.
Hustle.
Hustling for clients every day is a must. In whatever form that takes, I have to do it actively. Whether you are an online business owner who sells clothes or jewelry, a stylist looking for new hair boos, a consultant looking for your next speaking engagement or company - we all have to hustle.
Visibility.
One of my virtual assistant offerings is social media management. Some companies don’t realize the potential or customer growth they can achieve just by growing their social media presence. Not only must your client be on social media - you must be on social media as well. It’s a must. Especially if you do not have a website. At the minimum, you need a Facebook page so your client has somewhere to go to read about you and know you’re legitimate.
Dream.
Dream big. Whatever your goals are for your business AND personal life, dream big. If you dream BIG then you will GRIND and HUSTLE to make those dreams come true.
Balance.
Find a true balance between work and your personal life. You MUST or you’ll burn yourself out. Your business needs you - but more importantly, your FAMILY needs you to be active and present in their lives. After all, you are doing this for them. You are growing a legacy for them to have and to be proud of when you’re gone.
I hope these power words/anchor words help you. Use these or find your own. Find a word that will continue to motivate you every day this year.
xoxo