2024: To Explore

Happy new year. I'm recently back from Ireland, an idyllic destination to spend the holidays and close the year. There was much to be grateful for in 2023.

My focus in 2024 is exploration. Exploration, to me, is considering how to meaningfully spend this precious time I'm given. There are an abundance of options, and I'm getting intentional to create new experiences and adventures. Goal setting is a big part of this and so is being open to what's possible.

While you consider what you want to accomplish this year, think about the following:

• It is not too late to set goals for the year. In fact, setting goals after 1/1 may give more time to reflect post-holiday celebration. Email me for a step-by-step goal worksheet if you need one.

• Knowing who you are, what you want, and how you'll get there guide every goal, big to small. These are the most important, and at times, the hardest questions to answer. They also offer you the biggest results.

• Roadblocks will come no matter the goal. Prepare for them now to address them later.

• Share goals with people to create community and accountability. Even better, devise a goal with a partner, friend, colleague, or other important person in your life. Journey together.

Wishing you a year of learning and exploration. Welcome 2024!

Dr. Katie Stone is the founder of Together Evolving.  Email Katie at katie.stone@togetherevolving.com to learn more about the transformational impact coaching has on you and your leadership.