Winter has a way of slowing everything down. The days are shorter, the motivation to push forward can feel buried under layers of cold and routine, and that big New Year’s resolution you made back in January? It might already feel distant, or worse—forgotten. But here’s the thing: New Year’s isn’t the only time for a fresh start.
Spring, with its renewal and growth, is a perfect moment to hit reset. Instead of thinking about the entire year ahead, I challenge you to focus on just the next 30 days. Change one thing. Implement one habit. Watch the momentum shift. And while you’re in it, start thinking about what you’ll begin on April 30th—because stacking small, intentional changes is how transformation happens.
Why 30 Days? The Science of Short-Term Goals
In my own journey, I’ve found that when I try to make too many big changes all at once, they rarely stick. I’ve set ambitious goals, gone all in, and then burned out. Sound familiar? But when I started committing to 30-day increments, everything shifted.
Research supports this too—psychologists have found that it takes about a month to form a new habit, but even more than that, it takes consistent small wins to rewire your brain for success. This is why so many New Year’s resolutions fail; they’re massive, long-term, and often without clear, immediate feedback. Instead, what works? Short-term, high-intensity focus with clear accountability and a finish line that’s in sight.
That’s exactly what I did when I started auditing my habits on the 11th of each month. I’d pause, reflect, and make one simple change. Not 10. Not 5. Just one. Over time, this compounded into powerful momentum.
Lessons From My Own Reset Moments
1. The Power of Service and Getting Out of Your Own Head
A year and a half ago, in August 2023, I was at one of my lowest points. My personal life was unraveling, and I was stuck in a cycle of frustration, overthinking, and exhaustion. That was when I went on my first service trip to the Dominican Republic with GO Ministries and Shawn Smith’s team at Dedicated. I didn’t go there expecting a life-changing experience, but that’s exactly what happened.
We slept in bunk beds with no hot water, no plumbing, and no drinking water. Every day, we poured concrete floors for homes where mothers and children were living on dirt. And yet, despite their circumstances, these families had joy. They weren’t focused on what they lacked—they focused on connection, love, and gratitude.
That experience forced me to get out of my own way. I was so consumed with my own problems that I forgot the easiest way to reset is to serve someone else. Selflessness is the best antidote to stress. If you’re feeling stuck, burnt out, or overwhelmed right now, try this: do something purely for someone else with zero expectation of anything in return.
What’s one way you can practice radical generosity in the next 30 days?
2. Adapting Your Goals for Mutual Benefit
One of the biggest mistakes I used to make in business was setting goals that were too self-focused. I wanted to hit revenue numbers, raise capital, grow companies, and expand reach, but I wasn’t always thinking about how those goals could benefit everyone around me.
Then I started thinking differently: What if every goal I set was designed to lift others up as well?
That changed how I:
- Hired and built teams
- Created partnerships
- Structured deals
- Approached coaching and mentoring
The moment I focused on win-win relationships, my success accelerated. If you’re a business owner, an entrepreneur, or just someone striving for more, ask yourself:
- Are my goals mutually beneficial to the people I work with?
- Am I approaching opportunities with a value-first mindset?
- How can I make the next 30 days about growing myself while empowering others?
3. Changing Just One Thing
If you commit to one change this month, make it something that forces you to operate at a higher standard. It doesn’t have to be extreme, but it should be intentional.
For example, here are some things I’ve personally implemented in 30-day increments that changed my trajectory:
- Cold showers every morning – Training my mind to embrace discomfort.
- Wim Hof breathing techniques – Using breathwork to manage stress and energy.
- Tracking my sleep data with WHOOP – Understanding how real recovery works.
- Carnivore diet – Experimenting with how food impacts my energy, mental clarity, and performance.
- Morning journaling – Structuring my thoughts before the day takes over.
- Prioritizing community – Investing in relationships that elevate my thinking and hold me accountable.
These are small changes, but over time, they stacked up to be life-altering habits.
Your 30-Day Challenge Starts Now
So here’s what I’m challenging you to do:
- Pick one thing – Just one. A habit, a practice, a mindset shift.
- Commit for 30 days – No long-term pressure. Just show up daily.
- Plan for April 30th – As you move through the next month, start considering what you’ll add or refine when this phase is over.
By breaking your resolutions into seasonal resets, you’ll see more real progress, sustainable change, and clarity on what actually matters.
Final Thoughts
Spring is the season of renewal. Let it be your season of momentum. Instead of waiting for the perfect moment, take action now—on a small, intentional shift that could set the tone for the rest of the year.
If you need inspiration, go back and listen to some of the conversations I’ve had with people who have completely transformed their lives through small, consistent changes. My interview with Kristen Rock Chouinard on turning challenges into innovation is a great place to start. Listen here.
Or check out my conversation with Saiday Mulbah Jr., where we dive deep into purpose-driven leadership and how to navigate the uncertainty that comes with growth. Watch on YouTube.
Change starts with one decision. One small shift. And the best time to start? Right now.
What will your 30-day challenge be?
