2 Thoughts - New & Next

#1: 2025 Launch

I’m one of those weirdos who ADORES annual goal setting. By November, I start chipping away at next year’s focus, and over Christmas, I bring it all together in one place.

Before diving into the future, I take stock of reality. I have to dig deep to remember who I was 12 months ago (it gets harder every year). Then I kick myself for all that I didn’t do, figure out why, give myself some grace for being human, then celebrate what went right.  I'm telling you, this is a magical way to launch into the future.

The summary of my last year went something like this... you know when your house is absolute and utter chaos because you've just been going non-stop?  Then one day you hit the breaking point, something snaps and you get laser focused cleaning and organizing.  Eventually you bring your head up at the end and collapse on the couch feeling incredibly proud and at peace with the amazing space you have.  That was my 2024.  

I wrapped up a two-year, costly cleanup of the mess left by an incompetent rental management company. A key investment I’m part of also turned a corner by resolving major leadership issues.  And the cherry on top was that year-end feedback revealed the incredible strides my clients made—tackling people challenges head-on, taking back control, and transforming their businesses in ways that make me ridiculously proud.

#2: One Question to Ask Yourself

What are my losses, wins, and proudest moments from 2024?