A new year has a way of sharpening our vision. January invites reflection, possibility, and the honest question every leader must eventually ask: What needs to change if I want different results? The Eyes of a Leader remind us that progress begins with clarity, not ambition alone, but the ability to see what truly serves our goals and what quietly holds us back.

One of the most effective ways leaders gain this clarity is through the Start–Stop–Continue mindset. Rather than adding more resolutions or piling on new initiatives, this approach encourages leaders to pause and evaluate behavior. It asks three simple but powerful questions: What should I start doing? What should I stop doing? And what should I continue doing because it’s working? Research on behavior change shows that sustainable growth comes not from doing more, but from doing the right things consistently.