As the final days of 2024 approach, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and honor everything this year has brought to your business and your life. Too often, we rush from one year to the next without taking a moment to acknowledge our wins, lessons, and opportunities for growth. This year, I challenge you to do something different—hold your own closing ceremony for 2024.
This simple yet powerful exercise will not only help you close the chapter on 2024 but also set the foundation for a thriving 2025. Grab a notebook and answer these three questions. If it resonates with you, consider creating an altar, lighting a candle, drawing a card, meditating, or praying—whatever feels right to make your closing ceremony peaceful and meaningful.
1. What went GREAT in 2024?
Celebrate your wins—big and small. Did you attract an amazing client? Launch a new product or service? Make more money this year? Your personal life counts too: Did you nurture relationships, prioritize self-care, or achieve a personal goal? Write it all down and relish in the joy of your accomplishments.
“Acknowledging your successes is a powerful reminder of your resilience and brilliance.”
2. What NEEDED improvement in 2024?
Be honest but kind with yourself. What didn’t work as well as you hoped? Maybe you struggled with consistency in your marketing or a certain project didn’t pan out as planned. Did you overbook your schedule or neglect an important area of your business? There’s no shame in identifying areas for growth—it’s how we learn and improve.
“Growth starts with recognizing where you can do better.”
3. What lessons can you carry forth into 2025?
Every success and every challenge comes with a lesson. What did 2024 teach you? Perhaps you learned the importance of boundaries, the value of delegation, or that your audience responds best to a certain type of content. These lessons are gifts—carry them into 2025 to build a business and life that aligns with your vision.
“The most valuable lessons are the ones we carry forward—they’re the stepping stones to future success.”
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Taking time to reflect on these questions creates a sense of closure and clears the way for intentional planning in the new year. It’s not about perfection—it’s about growth, gratitude, and clarity.
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Here’s to a strong finish for 2024 and an even brighter 2025!
