As the year winds down, it’s time to reflect, reset, and get real about what’s not coming with us into 2025. This year taught us a lot about how to make progress without burning out—and we’re leaving the chaos, the busy-for-no-reason vibes, and the half-baked plans behind. Instead, we’re doubling down on a few simple strategies that have made a big difference.
Here’s what we’re saying goodbye to—and how we’re stepping into the new year with a clearer head and bigger goals:
🚫 Leaving Behind: Aimless To-Do Lists
✅ Taking With Us: Think Bigger, Act Smarter
We’re done with doing things just to check them off. Instead, it’s all about thinking bigger. Christina Ramirez from TriathlonMami, Inc reminds us that dreaming big doesn’t take more energy than aiming small—it just asks for a little courage. So, whether it’s a new business idea, a career pivot, or that big move you’ve been putting off, we’re thinking Paris, not the kitchen.
How we’re doing it: Break those massive dreams into bite-sized steps, make a vision board (or just sketch it out on a napkin), and use it to keep your eyes on the prize. Dream it, plan it, and go for it.
🚫 Leaving Behind: Busy Work That Leads Nowhere
✅ Taking With Us: Aligning Tasks with Big Goals
Ken Fleischer from Cherry Task gave us the ultimate mic-drop this year: if what you’re working on doesn’t bring you closer to your long-term goals, it’s just a distraction. Period. This means it’s time to get super clear on what matters most and say “no” to anything that doesn’t move the needle.
How we’re doing it: Set your three-to-five-year goals, then look at your daily tasks. Do they match up? If not, it’s time to pivot. Stay focused on the things that truly matter—future you will thank you.
🚫 Leaving Behind: Winging It Every Morning
✅ Taking With Us: Prepping for Tomorrow, Today
You know those mornings where you wake up and feel like you’re already behind? We’re over that. Marlene Schimke from Rekindle Coach showed us the magic of planning the night before. Spend 10 minutes each evening mapping out tomorrow, and watch how calm and productive your mornings feel.
How we’re doing it: Write down your top priorities for the next day before you hit the pillow. Keep it simple—sticky notes, planners, or a quick phone list all work. Reflect at the end of the day, adjust, and repeat.
Wrapping It Up
2024 was full of lessons, but the biggest one? Less is more. We’re leaving behind overwhelm and focusing on what matters: dreaming big, staying aligned, and setting ourselves up for success one night at a time.
Here’s to a 2025 filled with clarity, focus, and all the things that make life feel good. What are you leaving behind this year?
