On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling starts 2026 in DEBcember with returning guests Chris Cherian, Math @ MoMA; Annie P. Ruggles, founder of the Non-Sleazy Sales Academy; and business strategist and community builder Keith Spiro. Debra et al find it fun and meaningful to check in, support, and cheer on one another. Debra began hosting her annual "Welcome DEBcember" GoalChats in 2020, when everyone was anxious to start 2021. The timing gives everyone a month to simultaneously wrap up the previous year, while ramping up for the next one.

This Start2026Now Party starts with a conversation on changing/evolving identity. Chris, Annie, and Keith also share their wins and challenges from 2025, along with their goals for the end of this year and for 2026.

Gifted Goals

- Keith: Change one word! Instead of saying or writing “but” use “Yes, and” instead and watch what happens!

- Chris: Be curious. Allow yourself to be bad at something

- Annie: Practice self-forgiveness

Final Thoughts

- Keith: Say "Yes!" If you curious about things, you will be successful

- Chris: You can "yes, and" your own identity

- Annie: If you get stuck, remember there are people having a worse time then you. Actively help them!

Learn More About

Chris Cherian: Linkedin.com/in/christophercherian

Annie P. Ruggles: AnniePRuggles.com

Keith Spiro: KeithSpiro.com

Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/Blog

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