As the year winds down, Kristen shares her tried-and-tested process for conducting a personal annual review - a practice she's refined over 15 years. Whether you're reflecting on your career progression or contemplating personal growth, this episode offers a straightforward approach to evaluating your year and setting meaningful goals for 2025. Plus, Mike shares his perspective on performance reviews from his executive experience and why the Marine Corps' evaluation system stands out as a model of excellence.

Want to make 2025 your best year yet? Download Kristen's free 20-page Personal Annual Review workbook and follow along with this episode. The workbook includes guided exercises, reflection prompts, and the full "Wheel of Life" assessment tool to help you create a clear vision for the year ahead. And, follow it up with a free 30-minute coaching session with Kristen (available for January only).

Episode Highlights:

• The perfect timing of the week between Christmas and New Year's for reflection and planning
• A simple but effective three-part process for conducting your personal annual review
• The importance of celebrating wins and acknowledging challenges from the past year
• How to use the "Wheel of Life" coaching tool to evaluate different areas of your life
• Tips for setting measurable goals while staying flexible in your approach
• The value of identifying energy-giving and energy-draining activities
• Why writing things down by hand can lead to deeper insights
• The power of choosing a theme word for your upcoming year

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Free Personal Annual Review Workbook: llpod.link/2024review
• Book your free 30-minute coaching session with Kristen (exclusive January 2025 offer)
• The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy
• Jocko Podcast: 174 with Echo Charles
• Marine Corps Evaluation Form
• Sahil Bloom: The Personal Annual Review

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