Americans make all kinds of New Year's resolutions - to lose weight, to stop smoking, or spend more time with family and friends. However, you never hear anyone say, "I'm committed to improving my career status."

Ford R. Myers, career coach, speaker and author of "Get The Job You Want, Even When No One's Hiring," (John Wiley & Sons, http://www.getthejobbook.com) has developed a simple six-step "power plan" designed to help individuals make the most of their current career or find a new and more satisfying one in 2012.

STEP 1: Perform an Internal Audit

Leverage your relationships and maximize networking opportunities

International Networking Week(R) (www.internationalnetworkingweek.com) will be held February 6-10, 2012. An initiative of BNI, International Networking Week(R) recognizes the key role that networking plays in the development and success of businesses across the world.

Ford R. Myers, career coach, speaker and author of "Get The Job You Want, Even When No One's Hiring" (John Wiley & Sons, http://www.getthejobbook.com), advocates that networking is the number one way job seekers get hired, regardless of the economic climate.

Money expert Clark Howard's "Living Large in Lean Times" is a resource with 250+ tips on how to save money and spend wisely during these challenging times. In his "Improve your Personal Finances in One Week" challenge, he recommends you do the following:

1) Switch to internet-based phone service.
Many have ditched their land-line entirely, and as long as you have an internet connection, you can get good service from a provider like Ooma.com.

2) Get your prescription eyeglasses online.
For as little as $7 per pair, you can find prescription sunglasses and regular glasses through the ZenniOptical service.

We all know people that we would describe as natural leaders. These people don’t even have to speak, yet they still command our attention. However, not everyone is fortunate enough to be born a leader and not all of us naturally exude confidence and authority. Is there any hope for us then? Anyone can learn how to command respect and attention if they follow these tips to make new habits.