Yesterday I posted my personal development plan for 2013.  After reading a few other similar blogs by colleagues yesterday, one haunting thought stayed with me all night that I couldn’t quite put my finger on until this morning.  My goals were lofty, but they were no more so than last year.  That would not be stepping out of my comfort zone.  There was really no challenge in the list when compared to 2012, where there were some serious steps on the ledge for me.

How do I resolve this?  Not sure at this point, but I have some ideas so this may evolve over the next week.  The first idea I had would be to upgrade my SQL Server 2008 MCTS to the new MCSA 2012 (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate).  This would consist of two exams, 70-457 and 70-458, both aptly titled ‘Transition Your MCTS on SQL Server 2008 to MCSA SQL Server 2012, Part 1 and 2.’ I waited for all of the dust to settle with the new certifications before I pursued moving forward in my personal growth as it does not appear that I am anywhere ready to tackle the MCM, thus I have made it a five-year goal.  This would put me on that path and force me to commit to the preparation needed to pass these exams.  Now that I have talked this out with you here I think I will add these to the list!  Enjoy!