How to start 2025 like a boss

Whether you’re a champion of New Year’s resolutions or more of a hide-under-the-covers-until-it’s-over type of person, we all feel the pressure to be our best selves in January—and this pressure is often felt most strongly in our careers. In the world of work, we want to be constantly learning, growing and getting better at what we do. But sometimes it can be tricky to establish the right ‘resolutions’ to do so—especially now that we’re living in the era of LinkedInfluencers and corporate podcasters, all of whom claim they have the secret ingredient to success.??

So, we’re dialling things back this week, looking at tried and tested, evergreen ways to get your year off to a great start—and keep it that way. After all, longevity and sustainability are what’s going to give you long-term rewards that really matter.??

Let’s dive in…

Reflect on the last year?

One of the best ways to ensure you’re not making the same mistakes twice or missing easy wins is to properly look back on your previous working year. Before diving into new goals and targets, identify what worked and what didn’t in 2024, and document your findings. Include any major successes or challenges, too, as well as what you learned from them. And don’t forget to come back to your findings throughout the year to keep your plans and learnings on track.??

Make your goals measurable

Say it with us: no more vague plans for success in 2025! This year, you need to know where you're heading and how to get there. To do this, we’d recommend:?

• Defining clear objectives: only use clear, actionable objectives that reflect your strategic vision. These should be direct and detailed, making it easy to track progress and measure success, rather than general aspirations.
• Breaking it down: organize your goals into manageable, time-bound segments, such as quarterly milestones. This supports ongoing evaluation and adjustment, keeping your team focused and motivated.
• Aligning with long-term visions: each goal should support your broader strategic aims, contributing to the overarching mission of your organization.
• Using accountability structures: implement clear accountability mechanisms to monitor progress, such as who is responsible for each goal, and regular check-ins to discuss any progress and hurdles.?

Get upskilling?

Make 2025 the year you finally learn those extra skills you've been thinking about. Based on your goals and passions, pinpoint any gaps in your current skill set, aiming to identify skills that will promote both your personal and professional growth. You can also do this as a team or organization, improving company culture and a thirst for life-long learning.???

Prioritize human connections?

Even the most talented individual can only go so far without the support of others. This year, make a concentrated effort to connect with industry leaders and potential allies. Utilize professional networking platforms for this kind of outreach, and don’t neglect regular team-building activities and open communication to cultivate a supportive work environment for your teams, too.?

Understand the value of rest?

It can be tempting to hit the ground running in January and neglect your own well-being in place of success. But the two are intrinsically linked. To make sure you’re not burning out before the year has even started, encourage, practice, and educate people on flexible working arrangements and the importance of downtime for enhancing creativity and productivity.?

At Remotify, we believe that the best workplaces are flexible workplaces. Our Employer of Record service makes transitioning to remote work simple, seamless and effective. Want to find out more about how we do it? Book a call with a member of our friendly team today.