Management Corner: Reflecting for Better Resolutions

Management Corner

REFLECTING FOR BETTER RESOLUTIONS

CREATE A CLEAR VISION FOR SUCCESS IN 2023

New Year resolutions are a major point of focus for many people every year. While this is a worthy endeavor for success and self- growth, many leave out a key component to effective goal setting: reflection. Reflection helps you examine and make the best of your experiences by acknowledging the progress you’ve made, building on the momentum you’ve already achieved, and recognizing any barriers holding you back.

Here are a few reflective questions to help you evaluate the past year, and cast a clear vision for 2023:

WHAT GAVE YOU THE MOST MEANING?

When you have meaning and purpose in your life you are more likely to engage in healthy, productive behavior. Meaning provides direction and motivation, despite barriers or discouraging feelings. The knowledge that what you do every day is important drives you to behave in ways that allow you to work toward your goals.

HOW DID YOU HANDLE THE TOUGH TIMES?

There will always be highs and lows throughout life. “Post-traumatic growth” is the positive personal changes that result from learning how to cope through challenging life events. People tend to notice growth in one or more of the following areas after a traumatic event: renewed appreciation, enhanced personal strength, restored focus on career, improved relationships with others, and spiritual growth.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO MORE OF?

Consider this in relation to your work life and home life. Regarding work, what part of your job/business gives you the most satisfaction? What areas do you want to focus more on for continued success, growth and job satisfaction? Regarding home life, when did you have fun, and enjoy the results of your labor? Looking back over 2022, what activities are not getting enough of your time? Maybe it’s spending time with family, exercising, or connecting with friends. Remember, all work and no play is a major energy zapper and will lead to loss of satisfaction with your work as well.

WHAT DID YOU LEARN ABOUT YOURSELF?

As a boss? Employee? Spouse? Parent? Friend? Go through each “hat” you wear and reflect on at least one thing you learned about yourself in each of these capacities. Taking a minute to acknowledge this, whether positive or negative, helps to solidify it in our mind, and increase self-awareness, which leads to more long-term improvement.

WHAT’S NOT WORKING?

Whoa! What happened to all that positivity from those earlier questions? This question is just as important, but make sure you reflect on it without judgment. Resist the pity party and instead, just take an honest look to acknowledge what isn’t working in your life – at work and home. This is a tough question, but if you’re honest with yourself, it’s a great way to redirect attention and focus in the New Year.

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