Each month, write 3 behaviors to start, 3 to stop, 3 to continue.

Stop, take a breath, observe, proceed mindfully — four seconds save a decision.

Stop, breathe, observe, proceed mindfully — 4 steps in 30 sec.

Prepare three STAR stories (Situation—Task—Action—Result) that cover 80% of behavioral interview questions.

Convert 5 resume bullets from "duties" to Situation-Task-Action-Result outcomes.

Keep drawing as joy not test — don't say "that's pretty" or "what's that?" — ask about the story.

Monthly review 3 questions about what actually gets time — kids or work.

Each month's start, search your name on Google and review the first 3 result pages.