Hello 2018.  Thus far it’s been great so thanks for that.

The guy that came before you over-delivered in many areas.  Admittedly there were also some things that didn’t play out as planned and just so you know,  we all have big expectations on you.  Globally there is work to do.  Between us, I am concerned about the world my children will inherit.  I presume you have some robust deliverables to fix all of this…?

On your to-do list can you add something about accountability?  It seems like a lot of people can do and say whatever they want with what appears to be no consequences.  That just isn’t right.  I can send examples if needed.

The whole diversity thing is another must-have for your agenda.  Not enough sugar (or glitter) to coat this one.  Clearly the same opportunities are not available to everyone.  Lots of excuses and promises of change, yet here we are.

Closely linked to diversity is tolerance so chuck that on your list as well.  Social stigma is a wedge.  It is okay that someone has different values from my own.  Different is good, as is respect.

A few things to work on.  You got this 2018.  We are here to help.