December is a strange month. The turkey holidays are behind us, but the new year hasn’t quite begun. It’s that in-between time when you either coast to January or—if you’re smart—take control.

Let’s get one thing clear: I’m not talking about squeezing in last-minute projects or overloading your schedule to impress your boss. I’m talking about pausing, reflecting, and planning. Because if you’re not setting the stage now, 2025 might look a whole lot like 2024. And if you’re reading this, I’m guessing that’s not the plan.

Feeling Stuck Isn’t the Problem

Let’s be real—how many of you feel stuck right now? Maybe your boss has dropped feedback like, “You need to be more strategic” or “Work on your executive presence.” What does that even mean? No one explains it, so you’re left piecing it together, wondering why you keep getting passed over.

Or maybe you’re stuck in silence. No feedback, no promotions, no recognition—just that nagging feeling that something’s off. You work hard, but it feels like no one’s noticing.

Let me share a quick story.

I worked with a client who had been passed over for a promotion not once, but twice. Their boss told them they needed to “think bigger,” but they had no idea what that actually meant. We sat down and built a clear vision of the impact they wanted to have. Together, we broke it into tangible milestones, each tied to actions they could take immediately. Within six months, not only did they get that promotion—they became the go-to person for high-level strategy discussions.

The problem wasn’t that they weren’t capable. The problem was they didn’t have a plan to show their capability.

Why December Is Your Secret Weapon

Here’s why December is the perfect time to reset your career:

1. The noise is quieting down. You finally have space to think about the big picture instead of just grinding through your to-do list.

2. Your 2024 lessons are still fresh. The wins, the losses, and the feedback you’ve received—now’s the time to use them.

3. You can start 2025 strong. Waiting until January means starting late. Take this time to plan, and you’ll already be ahead of the game.

The key is to act now. Don’t let the quiet fool you—it’s the perfect moment to reset.

Let Me Help You Plan

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward, join me for a free webinar:

"Last Chance to Jumpstart Your Career Before 2025"
📅 December 19
🕚 11:00 AM ET

In this session, we’ll:

• Reflect on where you are in your leadership journey.

• Build a bold vision for where you want to go in 2025.

• Break that vision into actionable quarterly milestones.

• Give you a sneak peek at my L.E.A.D. framework, designed to turn your plan into results.

And the bonus? You’ll get a free 1-on-1 coaching session to refine your plan and tackle your unique challenges.

Why Wait?

Here’s the deal: 2025 is coming whether you’re ready or not. Don’t let another year pass without taking charge of your career.

Click here to register: https://www.linkedin.com/events/lastchancetojumpstartyourcareer7269164871026360323/about/

Know someone else who’s feeling stuck? Share this with them—they’ll thank you later.