Bestselling Author and Speaker Michael D. Wynn Shares Expert Insights on Habits That Drive Year-Long Success

January 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM EST

[New York.] Before the New Year starts, many people set resolutions with aspirations for self-improvement. However, studies indicate that a significant number struggle to maintain these commitments. A 2023 Forbes Health survey found that the average New Year’s resolution lasts just 3.74 months, with only 8% of respondents maintaining their goals for the entire year.

“At the beginning of a new year it is natural to take time to reflect on where you are and where you want to go,” says bestselling author, speaker, and financial literacy coach Michael D. Wynn. “But one-time resolutions aren’t enough. Success isn’t accidental—it’s built on consistent, intentional habits.”

“Coach Win” offers the following blueprint for those who want to go beyond traditional goal setting and design the habits that make goal achievement inevitable.

Start with Key Habits: Wynn advises focusing on small, meaningful actions like journaling, budgeting, meditating, or exercising. “Align your habits with your dreams for maximum impact.”
Track Progress: “Habits don’t lie!” Wynn says. “Write down your actions, review your progress, and adjust as needed.” Accountability builds momentum, and according to Wynn, each step forward takes you closer to success.
Visualize Success: “Picture yourself thriving in health, relationships, career, and finances,” Wynn teaches. “The clearer your vision, the stronger your motivation will be to make it real.”
Celebrate Wins: Stay committed, even on challenging days. “Every habit mastered is a milestone toward the life you deserve,” Wynn says. Consistency transforms effort into enduring success.

With more than 35 years as a financial audit specialist, fiscal monitor and business compliance specialist, Wynn teaches, consults, and trains both individuals and business teams to pursue development, growth, substantial profits, and stability through his unique “Habit Matrix.”

Michael D. Wynn is a Detroit-based Habit Success Strategist, international speaker, and best-selling author. As the CEO of Coach “Win,” LLC, he leverages over 30 years of experience in financial compliance, business management, and personal development to assist individuals, entrepreneurs, organizations, and corporations in optimizing their effectiveness through habit formation and financial literacy. He is the author of two bestselling books: Habits Don’t Lie: 7 Habits to Overcome Obstacles To Win and The Habit Effect: Your Life, Your Money and is a recipient of the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

To learn more about coaching, programs, and speaking opportunities featuring Michael Wynn, including the Leaders Live Generously Summit, visit MichaelWynn.com.