Newsletter December 2023
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"Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day." - Michael Josephson
- Bidding Farewell to 2023! -
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As we approach the end of another year, it's natural to take a moment to reflect on the past twelve months and consider what lies ahead. In the world of personal and professional development, this often involves setting new goals and resolutions for the coming year. While the idea of New Year's resolutions is a well-trodden path, it's time to break away from the usual approach and focus on ways to reflect on our achievements and shortcomings from the past year, particularly in our professional lives. ?
Let's embark on a journey of practical introspection, dissecting the elements that make our professional spheres what they are. We will also introduce the concept of hidden competing commitments from Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey, useful for yourself or as a leader when you observe some team members who don’t change knowing they are expected to.?
Reflection, when done right, isn't a mere stroll down memory lane or a cataloguing of unmet goals. It's a deliberate and calculated pause, a moment to disassemble the intricacies of our professional pursuits, acknowledging not just our triumphs but also the roadblocks that diverted us from our intended course.
Consider this: hidden competing commitments are the silent architects of our daily choices and actions. They are the subtle forces that, unbeknownst to us, keep us chained to patterns that may run counter to our ambitions. Unmasking these commitments is akin to holding a mirror to our subconscious, allowing us to discern the motivations that propel or hold us back.
As we reflect on the year gone by, let's resist the allure of generic resolutions and focus on understanding the intricacies of our hidden competing commitments. Perhaps there were projects left unfinished, opportunities left unexplored, or personal development endeavours that fell by the wayside. It's time to excavate the reasons behind these apparent setbacks and illuminate the hidden commitments that may have fueled them.
One common pitfall is the chasm between intention and action. We set ambitious goals, fueled by the optimism of a new beginning, only to find ourselves entangled in the web of competing commitments that subtly sabotage our efforts. Identifying these commitments requires confronting uncomfortable truths and challenging the narratives we construct to justify our actions.
Let's take a hypothetical scenario: a professional aspiring to climb the corporate ladder commits to dedicating more time to networking. However, the hidden competing commitment to avoid vulnerability might undermine this goal. The fear of rejection or the discomfort of stepping outside one's comfort zone can serve as powerful deterrents. Acknowledging and addressing these competing commitments can pave the way for more authentic and meaningful progress.
As we set our sights on 2024, let's not shy away from recognizing the areas where hidden commitments may have challenged our best intentions. Rather than condemning ourselves for perceived failures, let's use this knowledge to recalibrate our approach to goal-setting. Instead of merely outlining what we want to achieve, let's focus on the practical steps needed to dismantle hidden competing commitments and forge a path towards success.
A staple framework nowadays, don’t forget to adopt the SMART criteria for goal-setting – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. This well-known method never fails to provide a structure that not only defines objectives clearly but also forces us to confront the hidden commitments that may hinder progress. By setting goals that align with our values and actively dismantling hidden commitments, we lay the foundation for a more authentic and purpose-driven professional journey. By setting a limiting number of goals such as 3 to 4 max, we give ourselves a more realistic view of our year and more chance to achieve them.?
Moreover, let's embrace the power of accountability. Share your goals with trusted colleagues or mentors who can provide support and guidance. The act of vocalizing our aspirations not only solidifies our commitment but also invites valuable perspectives that can illuminate blind spots.
In conclusion, let's bid adieu to the conventional New Year's resolutions and usher in a new era of intentional and practical reflection. By acknowledging hidden competing commitments and embracing a pragmatic approach to goal-setting, we pave the way for a transformative 2024. Together, let's navigate the intricate dance between intention and action, unravel the threads that bind us and emerge stronger, wiser, and ready to conquer the challenges that lie ahead.
For now, the SeeAre Team wishes our readers, clients and followers a reflective and purposeful end of the year and a remarkable journey into the opportunities that await in 2024.
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- Setting yourself and your team for success in the upcoming year-
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Additionally, techniques for increasing productivity, managing stress, and fostering a positive mindset to help individuals envision and manifest a successful year ahead can be incorporated.?
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Based on 30 years of adult developmental research, Immunity to Change is “a way of helping people take a kind of mental X-ray, a picture of your own mindset,” Kegan said, allowing individuals to see “the ways in which your mental system may actually be in some ways making errors or distortions that keep you from letting new ideas come into your head which in fact can allow you to change your behaviour.”
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