January is famous for resolutions but 80% of people abandon their goals by February. Why? Because most resolutions are built on hope, not structure.

If your goal in 2026 is to start a new career, upgrade your skills, earn more, or finally leave a job that drains you, you need more than motivation—you need a career strategy.

Step 1: Reflect Before You Plan

The best career goals come from clarity. Before setting goals, reflect on 2025:

• What frustrated you the most in your job?
• What skills held you back?
• What industries grew or declined?
• What would your ideal workday look like?
  
  

Reflection gives your goals direction.

Step 2: Set Goals You Can Measure

“Get a better job” is not a goal.
“Get a Medical Office Admin diploma and apply to 12 clinics by June” is.

Step 3: Choose a Skill-Based Pathway

The 2026 job market rewards skills, certifications, and practical experience. That’s why short-term diploma programs are so effective they give you exactly what employers want.

Programs like:

• Business Administration
• Accounting & Payroll
• Early Childcare Assistant
• Medical Office Assistant
• IT Support & Networking
  

These fields continue to grow across Ontario.

Step 4: Use Government Funding to Support Your Goals

Why pay out-of-pocket when Ontario offers up to $28,000 in Better Jobs Ontario funding? This grant covers tuition, books, transportation, and even living expenses for eligible students.

Step 5: Act in January, Start by Spring, Work by Fall

Most successful adult learners begin the process early. January is the best time to enroll because:

• Funding cycles open
  
• New cohorts start
  
• Job postings rise in spring
  

The Secret to Achieving Career Resolutions

Don’t try to do everything alone. Join a community, get mentorship, and enroll in a diploma program that pushes you toward consistent action.

👉 If 2026 is your year to reinvent yourself, ABC Access College is ready to walk the journey with you. Call today: 416-510-2739.

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