Date: January 1, 2022

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An aha moment, according to Merriam-Webster, is "a moment of sudden realization, inspiration, insight, recognition, or comprehension."

Oprah says the aha is "the remembering of what you already knew, articulated in a way to resonate with your own truth ... the aha isn't somebody teaching you something; the aha is somebody helping you to remember."

You've probably had a few aha moments of your own over the years. I know I have. They are good. I embrace them when they happen.

But ta-da moments, on the other hand ...

You know, when you say "Ta-da!" as you reveal something exciting and remarkable ...

Someone asked me recently what I most enjoy about what I do, and I said the ta-da moments when I celebrate a success that I've helped a client achieve. When I can save them money, find them money, or even just clean up a mess that they may have in their accounting.

Those moments really make my day.

I'd love to hear about one of your recent ta-da moments if you'd care to share! Shoot me an email or a text when you have an extra minute.

Now, I want to respect your time and attention, so let's get to more of the good stuff ...

SUCCESS TIP OF THE MONTH

Don’t be busy, be productive, is a great mantra to start off a new year. Most of us are aware of the many benefits we gain from becoming more productive business owners, managers, or employees. Certainly, productivity increases our income and decreases our expenses. But instead of discussing the financial aspect of productivity, I want to share the mental aspect of becoming productive.

Everyone is pulling at our attention with notifications, clickbait, scandals, drama, and fake news. These could be toxic time sucks by increasing stress levels or nervousness. They can be interruptive to our focus and concentration. They can even create avoidance or depression.

There are many areas that suck our time, but I suggest you start with just one item that is distracting you from productivity — it could be social media, gaming, internet browsing, email, gossip, etc. — and limit or eliminate it from your day.

I understand some of these examples may be very simple to resolve, while others are more complex, but removing your distractions is sure to inject more productivity into your daily life.

How can I help?

I hope you've enjoyed this month's newsletter. Let me know how I can help you further. With gratitude and thanks,

Krista Beavers, Guardian Accounting, Inc

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