I think if there's something one needs to change with oneself it doesn't have to happen in the New Year. You can do that any time you please - not that it's not a good inspirational tactic for the people that it works for.
I take work very seriously and telling the truth in my job and professionalism.
You do have to change things as warfare changes.
I have an answering machine in my car. It says I'm home now. But leave a message and I'll call when I'm out.