Definitions for success can be listed from here and to “infinity and beyond” because everyone has their interpretation of success. These interpretations are usually formulated by what one hears, sees on TV, reads on the internet, or by emulating people whom one admires. Of all the things and meanings that one attributes to success, everyone can ultimately agree that success is not an endpoint, it’s a process. Where everyone splits off in every direction is how success is measured. Jack Welch stated it best when he said, “You get what you measure”. That’s a great quote and it’s also a guideline to keep you honest and focused on the goal. It’s not all about achieving the goal, it’s about what you become striving to achieve the goal. Along the way, you measure milestones to keep yourself on track.
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Did you know that your employer is required to provide you access to your annual W-2 statement by January 31? When the W-2 statement arrives, I begin shopping for the latest version of Turbo Tax. Most of the time Costco has stocked and stacked near the TVs (why is that anyway?) and has a decent price. Tax preparation time tends to put people into two buckets between January 31 and April 15 (18) early filers and procrastinators. 
