It’s New Year’s Eve. The champagne is chilling, the resolutions are brewing, and you’re either gearing up for a party or planning to ghost it entirely. But before you dive into the glitter and countdowns, let me ask you this: What are you bringing into 2025?

No, I’m not talking about that tin of stale cookies from the office potluck. I’m talking about the lessons, the wins, and yes, even the faceplants from 2024 that are going to shape the leader you want to become next year.

Why Resolutions Are the Worst

Let’s be honest—New Year’s resolutions are basically a running joke. You start out strong, you hit the gym for a week, maybe even eat a salad or two, and then? Reality kicks in, and by February, it’s business as usual.

Research backs it up: only 9% of people actually stick to their resolutions. The rest? Well, they might as well be wishing on a Magic 8-Ball.

So, let’s ditch the resolutions and talk about something that actually works: a reset.

A resolution is a vague “maybe someday” wish.
A reset is a deliberate “this is happening” decision.

It’s about pausing, reflecting, and building a plan that’s not just aspirational—it’s achievable.

Your 2024 Wins and Woes

Before you dive headfirst into 2025, take a second to look back. What actually happened in 2024? Here are three questions to guide your reflection:

1. What’s your biggest win from the year?

2. What’s one challenge that kicked your butt (but secretly taught you something)?

3. What do you want to be celebrating this time next year?

Let me tell you about a client of mine—we’ll call her Jane—who reached out to me last year around this time. She was stuck in a whirlwind of “you’re doing great, but…” feedback, overwhelmed, and completely unsure of how to make 2024 better.

We started with the basics: reflection. What had she achieved? What did she really want for the next year? From there, we mapped out a vision and broke it into milestones. By focusing on strategic actions, she turned 2024 into her best year yet. She took on bigger projects, got noticed for her ideas, and stepped into the leadership role she’d been chasing for years.

Want to Do the Same? Here’s Your Chance

Last month, I hosted the Last Chance to Jumpstart Your Career Before 2025 webinar, and guess what? The recording is still available. And because I believe in action over excuses, I’m still offering something special:

A free 2025 Career Goals Planning Session.
No sales. No pressure. Just real, actionable support to help you build a roadmap for the year ahead.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Clarity on where you are now and where you want to go.

• A breakdown of the L.E.A.D. framework to turn your vision into results.

• Tangible next steps to start 2025 strong.

The Ball’s About to Drop—What Are You Waiting For?

2025 is hours away. Are you going to let another year pass by hoping for change, or are you going to make it happen?

Here’s how to get started:

1. Watch the webinar recording: https://www.linkedin.com/events/lastchancetojumpstartyourcareer7269164871026360323/about/

2. Book your free planning session:
   https://JamesSaliba.com/meetings#virtualcoffee

Let’s stop the cycle of vague resolutions and make 2025 your best year yet. And hey, if you know someone else who’s stuck, send this their way. They’ll thank you—and maybe buy you a drink next year.

Cheers to you, your goals, and everything you’re about to achieve! 🥂