How to finish the year Strong

Hopefully this summer you've had the opportunity to get away with family and/or friends for some much needed rest and recreation. Now, as the calendar moves us toward September and the last third of the year, it's a great time to consider how you can finish the year strong.

Here are three steps to do just that:

1. Create thinking space in your calendar. In order to finish strong, you need to block time to think through what has been and what could be. The temptation will be to do this work while driving, exercising, or any other activity. A casual approach to this process will not work. If you want to finish strong, take this process seriously and dedicate yourself to it.

2. Review the goals you set for yourself personally and professionally earlier this year by reflecting on the following questions:

• What has gone well overall?

• What specifically stands out as a highlight or highlights from the previous eight months?

• What wisdom and insights do you gain from the success you've experienced the previous eight months? Who or what contributed to your success?

• What adjustments need to be made to your plans to finish the year strong?

• What support do you need?

3. Start dreaming about and planning for 2024. It is not too early to take a peak into next year. Get a jump start on 2024 by thinking now about what you want next year to be like for you and your family. In my next blog post, I will share with you some powerful questions to help you design a great year.

Remember, I'm cheering for you. We're in this together!