Forget resolutions made in a party stupor as you say goodbye to 2012 and welcome a new year with all of its hope and promise. They are rarely stated with any real intent; rarely last more than a few months; and are often merely good intentions rather than intention backed by action.

CFO Studio Magazine
Now that the new year celebration has passed and the new year has begun, let’s look at 5 things you can – and should – do this month in this new year in order to elevate yourself above your chief competitors.
1. Identify your brand
2. Craft and hone your value messaging
3. Identify your target audience
4. Raise your visibility
5. Network, network, network
You can read my entire article at CFO Studio Magazine.