Before Diving Headfirst Into Goals, Why Not Reflect and Refresh?
Grab a journal, a pen, and maybe a good cup of coffee. These five journaling prompts are designed to help you uncover areas of your life and business ready for a 2025 glow-up.
What are three things I’m most proud of from 2024, and how can I build on them?
Focus on what worked instead of chasing shiny new ideas. Double down on strategies that brought results.
What’s one area of my life or business that feels out of alignment?
Pinpoint what’s dragging you down. Maybe it’s saying yes to every client or not making time for creativity. Write down one step to fix it.
If I could wave a magic wand, what would my ideal workday look like?
This can reveal where your schedule needs adjusting. Are you overworking? Missing time for hobbies? Find one tweak to make that wand-wish a reality.
What’s one thing I’ve been avoiding, and how can I tackle it?
Whether it’s updating your LinkedIn or launching that podcast, write down why you’ve avoided it—and why you shouldn’t anymore.
What do I want people to say about my business a year from now?
This will guide your goals and branding decisions. Build the business reputation you dream of.
Journaling isn’t just self-reflection—it’s a blueprint for intentional change, and it can be done all year long, not just after the countdown in January.
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