YO! Reader,

December is here, and as the year wraps up, let’s cut straight to it: Are you doing something today that’s going to get you closer to where you want to be in 2025?

Don’t wait until January 1st. Don’t wait for the “perfect moment.” Progress starts now... with small, intentional steps that build momentum for the future.

Here’s the thing: The path to where you want to be isn’t about a sudden leap. It’s about steady, consistent action. Let’s explore how to get there.

Last weeks Newsletter can be read here​

Let's chat about it!

🤷🏻‍♂️ Life & Thoughts

Now I understand it can be overwhelming to try and have everything figured out... or know your endgame... and if you struggle with knowing what this is... then ask yourself where do you want to be in 10 years and whatever little inkling you find popping up - tap into that more!

Define Your Endgame

• What’s your ultimate goal? What’s the dream you’re working toward?
• Be specific. Whether it’s building a business, hitting a fitness milestone, or mastering a skill, clarity is key.

Tip: Don’t let the scale of your dream overwhelm you. Focus on the next step, not the entire staircase.
​On the Contrary: if you are not sure - just focus on the high level inkling you have

Get Out of Your Own Way

Sometimes, the biggest obstacles are the ones we create for ourselves:

• Self-Doubt: You might not know exactly how to reach your endgame yet and that’s okay. No one has it all figured out from the start.
• Overthinking: Big goals can feel intimidating. Break them into small, manageable actions and trust that the pieces will come together.

The Shift: Give yourself permission to start imperfectly. Progress is messy, but it’s better than standing still.

The Power of Small Steps

Each small action adds up:

• One day of effort leads to a week of progress.
• A month of consistency leads to real momentum.
• Over a year, those small steps compound into transformation.

Remember: The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is today. Don’t wait another year to start working toward what matters most.

Stop Comparing—Start Doing

• Your journey is unique: Comparing yourself to others is a waste of energy. Focus on your own progress instead. Where were you last month? Last year?
• Celebrate your wins: Even small milestones deserve recognition. Progress is still progress.

Key Insight: The only person you should be competing with is yesterday’s version of yourself.

Action Creates Clarity

Taking action helps you learn, adapt, and refine your approach.

• If it works, do more of it.
• If it doesn’t, adjust and try again.
• Every step forward, whether it feels small or significant, brings you closer to your goal.

What’s One Thing You Can Do Today?

Here’s your challenge:

• What’s one action you can take right now to move closer to where you want to be?
• Write it down. Commit to it. Then, do it.

Progress isn’t about waiting for the right time—it’s about showing up every day and doing the work.

Your endgame isn’t as far away as it seems. It’s built one step, one action, one day at a time. Start now. Be consistent. Keep showing up. Because in 2025, you’ll thank yourself for what you did today.

Let’s make it happen. If this resonates with you, reply to this email or share it with someone who needs this push.

💰 Business

Just to be clear - I am not here to share with you how to build your business. I am here sharing how I am building mine.

DECEMBER is here! Time to start from 0 again and wrap up the year 2024 with a BANG!

Here is a replay of November's results (note some fees may change, once eBay reporting finalised):

Also, I started a new Business: a Product Listing Service​

Our Product Listing Service ProListAssist will free up your time, allowing you to focus on scaling your business and doing what you love, or to simply buy back time. By outsourcing the tedious task of listing items, you can achieve more by working less.

Content

Latest Content:

Podcast: EP. 190 - Check your Mental Health (and manage it) | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast​

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Latest YT Video:

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Closing thoughts

I hope to see you around via my Youtube, my Instagram or maybe even in person!

Thanks!

Chris Furlong // say hello@clfurlong.com

LINKS & AFFILIATES:

AMEX:

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PEOPLE:

• Ethan 'Rooshock' aka a wiz bang Accountant! watch this​
• Connect with Ethan and Get a free Reseller Cash Expense tracker here​

📊 Reseller Spreadsheet:

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• Watch the DEMO, live with Ethan Rooshock
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PREVIOUS READS: First and Latest:

Week 1: https://ckarchive.com/b/lmuehmh9od64​
Week 162: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/no-thoughts-just-vibes​
Week 163: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/4-years-ago-none-of-this-even-existed-in-my-mind​
Week 164: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/blink-and-you-will-miss-it-but-don-t-forget-to-take-action​
Week 165: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/when-was-the-last-time-you-did-this​
Week 166: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/don-t-forget-to-take-the-time-to-do-this​
Week 167: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/i-have-some-questions-for-you
​Week 168: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/pause-and-reflect-for-a-moment​
Week 169: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/there-will-always-be-resistance-so-embrace-it
​Week 170: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/power-is-out-so-i-will-keep-it-short​
Week 171: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/get-out-of-your-own-way-seriously​
Week 172: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/in-107-days-its-time-for-change​
Week 173: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/why-hitting-pause-might-be-your-next-big-win​
Week 174: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/what-1-year-can-do-if-you-do-the-work​
Week 175: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/this-question-will-change-your-life-can​
Week 176: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/the-next-thing-you-know-you-re-at-your-destination​
Week 177: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/what-if-this-fails-then-what​
Week 178: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.ck.page/posts/celebrate-the-wins-on-your-journey​
Week 179: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.kit.com/posts/do-you-trust-yourself-enough​
Week 180: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.kit.com/posts/the-journey-gets-harder-before-it-gets-better​
Week 181: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.kit.com/posts/growth-comes-in-many-forms-and-scary-is-one?​
Week 182: https://artisanal-teacher-7863.kit.com/posts/at-what-point-do-we-catch-a-break?​

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