December is here, which means it’s time to be inundated with checklists. Go online or turn on the TV and it seems all forms of media are engaging in year-end retrospectives of sorts—from the year in politics and celebrities who’ve left us, to top TV shows, films, and favorite social media memories. It’s a time for nostalgia (looking back) and for looking ahead to what’s possible in 2025 and beyond.
How did your 2024 stack up to what you intended? What’s 2025 got in store for you?
In that vein, I offer up two year-end checklists of questions—one for personal and one for professional pursuits—designed to help you reflect on where you started in January 2024 to where you are now, to where you want to be/will be 12 months from now. The list of questions is not exhaustive, so feel free to add and adapt them to your unique situation.
My Personal Questions Checklist
- Am I happy with my personal life? What can I do in 2025 to maintain or increase my happiness?
- Do I nurture important relationships with family and friends?
- How can I carve out more time for personal enjoyment?
- Am I in good health? Have I had a recent physical/check-up?
- Do I maintain a balanced lifestyle with proper nutrition, sleep, and relaxation? What needs to change or stay the same?
- What books did I enjoy this year? What should I read in 2025?
- What bucket list items did I accomplish in 2024? What can I tackle in 2025?
- What was my favorite travel destination this year? Where do I want to go next?
- Did I form any new friendships or connections? How did they impact my life? Should I seek more in 2025?
- What activities or goals did I miss out on? What actions should I prioritize?
- How can I contribute more to my community and make a positive impact?
- What do I want more or less of in my life in 2025?
My Professional Questions Checklist
- Do I enjoy my current job/career? How can I maintain or improve my job satisfaction in 2025?
- What were my top three professional achievements this year?
- What important tasks did I not complete this year?
- What tasks did I not complete that didn’t matter in the end?
- What new skills did I learn?
- Were there any negative events at work that I don’t want to repeat?
- How effective was my networking this year? What could I have done differently?
- How many new clients did I acquire?
- Did I lose any clients or business relationships? How could I have retained them?
- Were there any missed opportunities (low-hanging fruit) that I should have pursued?
- Which new business relationships were the most valuable? Which ones should I consider expanding or letting go of in 2025?
- What workflows, routines, or systems can I improve or invest in to make my professional life easier in 2025?
Let’s Get Creative!
December brings year-end retrospectives and a chance to reflect on 2024. Checklists are a great way to assess personal and professional progress—especially at year’s end—and to plan for the coming year. Contact Barrel O’Monkeyz today as part of YOUR checklist to make a difference in your business growth and goals next year. Let’s create a transformative 2025 together!
