Retrospection and Goal Setting in the New Year
As we approach the end of 2022 and look ahead to the new year, it’s natural to start thinking about our goals for 2023. Whether we’re striving for professional success, personal growth, or a combination of both, setting goals is a crucialway to stay motivated and focused. But before we can start setting goals for the future, it’s essential to take a moment to reflect on the past year and see what we’ve accomplished and where we could have done better. Retrospection is crucial to setting practical goals because it helps us identify our strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
Retrospection on 2022
In my own life, 2022 was good to me. I hit most of my goals and have a clear vision for my future. In my personal life, I strengthened several relationships I had neglected while maintaining balance in my marriage and among other friends. Though I didn’t hit my weight loss goals, I made some progress and am optimistic about the year ahead.
Professionally, I have a better understanding of my career path. I made significant progress on my book on burnout recovery, have a small and mighty list of clients, laid a foundation for building my personal brand, and am on a path to a prosperous 2023.
Think about how your past year went, too. Write down your accomplishments, along with…