#29: 2024 Reflections: My 4 Game-Changing Lessons -- And How They’ll Help YOU!

The Career By Design Podcast with Stacey Back

How often do YOU pause and reflect?
It wasn’t until I hit the point of burnout several years ago that I realised: I NEVER reflected on my career.
As an Activator in the StrengthsFinder assessment, I’m a natural doer. Someone who dives into action, works hard and follow through -- traits I share with my high-achieving clients.
Yet, this focus on 'doing': planning, strategising, ticking off to-do's -- often takes priority. This leaves little time to reflect on successes, learnings or celebrate progress TOWARD your goals.
And this time of year, when you're tired or disappointed with your results, it’s easy to overlook what you HAVE achieved. Our brains fixate on the gaps, which is why reflection is essential.
In this special episode, I’m sharing my 4 game-changing lessons (and honest confessions) for 2024. Listen in to find out what worked, what didn’t — and how these lessons can help YOU!
Then, I’ll walk you through a simple end of year reflection to review YOUR year, career -- and what you want in the next one.
You'll learn:

• The ONE secret to maintain momentum, build confidence and achieve results in your career -- even during tough times
• The key people you need in your network NOW -- and how collaboration can progress your career and unlock future opportunities
• Why prioritising YOUR time and energy is key to building better boundaries with others
• My struggles with overwork this year and how to build sustainable career success without burning out
• Why waiting for clarity holds you back -- and how taking action turns confusion into a fulfilling, sustainable career
• 4 powerful questions to reflect on your successes, learnings and set yourself up for a strong start in 2025!
  

This episode is a perfect one to dive into over the holidays and a MUST listen to prepare for your best year yet. So grab a pen and paper -- and let’s dive in!
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Read the full End of Year Reflection exercise here
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