I’ve been mulling over and reflecting on the last twelve months before signing off for the next three weeks. The struggles, lessons learned, and the incredible reward amongst the projects worked through consulting with some wonderful organizations. Outside of those projects, to see the conversations and discussions taking place on this platform, our opinions in navigating the definition of what our “new normal” is, and attempting to anticipate what’s coming in an ever changing environment, trying to be first in providing “thought leadership” before the next guy/gal. I feel as though I should be surprised by what I’ve been a part of, heard, and observed, but as I sit here, well…I’m not. Demand is met by messaging that just gets repackaged and formalized with new verbiage. We do this as an industry more often then I think we realize. But while I have been disappointed to see the level of desperation that has brought so many to say whatever they need to “get the win,” how refreshing it has been to meet individual contributors that have branched out on their own and found success, not only for themselves, but by creating true value by standing on ethical delivery as opposed to rhetoric. When I first started consulting, I said I wasn’t sure how long I would commit to this. To be honest, I still don’t. But after taking some time to consider what’s next, there is one thing I continue to circle back on as the year draws to a close. I am so grateful for my new peers, just as much as I am my clients. This community I have found myself a part of in 2024 has left me thankful and blessed. I wouldn’t change a thing. 2025 is already shaping up to be a great year with new challenges and problems to solve (perhaps even an announcement or two). For those of you who are also looking to take your holiday reprieve in the upcoming weeks, I wish you a positively joyous season, and a wonderful new year ahead. Cheers to you and yours! P.S. We'll be roadtripping to Florida for 15 glorious hours with these five mini-me's. Thoughts and prayers for sanity are appreciated... #happyholidays #happynewyear #consultingnetwork
Have a great break Jen! Love to your family and hope to catch up early next year. ??
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So impressed with your mindset and outlook Jen Stringer. Grateful to have been able to share challenges, thoughts and prayers with you this year and happy you have landed in a great place! Enjoy the break with the family!!
Enjoy your time! This year has been a year of growth and challenges, you deserve the rest. I’m not sure if the roadtrip will be restful but try get some! Cheers to the new year!
Safe travels! Definitely enjoy this time. Before you know it those little birds will fly the nest and you'll be surprised at what you miss most. :)
Happy holidays and safe travels!
Safe travels and a very merry holiday season to you and yours. You are a gift to many. Thanks for all you do. Keep going and growing!
Love the honesty of your post Jen! ??
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3 个月Firstly, what a beautiful family! Next, it sounds like an incredible year of reflection, growth and more importantly gaining wisdom. Cheers to you Jen Stringer and I hope to bump into you one day at a conference as well, just as Jamie did??