Your Career Resolutions: Mapping Out 2024 With A Development Plan
Happy New Year! At Beyond Discovery Coaching, I believe that coaching is more than just a profession; it's a partnership between coach and client. It's a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires individuals to maximize their personal and professional potential.
As we approach the new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on your career and set meaningful resolutions that align with your goals and aspirations.
The Power Of Holistic Coaching
As a holistic career coach, my approach to coaching goes beyond the conventional. I embrace holistic coaching, which is all about finding the tools and techniques that resonate with you. It's not about following a one-size-fits-all formula; it's about discovering what you enjoy and can consistently embody to reach your career goals. So, let’s get into some goal setting for your 2024 new year!
Setting Your Career Resolutions For 2024
Now, let's delve into the process of setting your career resolutions for the upcoming year. This isn't just about making a list of vague goals that fade away by February. It's about creating a development plan that aligns with your personal and professional potential.
Consider all your holistic dimensions including your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual selves. While working 60 hours a week may get you where you want to be professionally, how does that affect your physical self? Your emotional and mental selves? This is the time to consider YOU and how YOU want to move forward with your work identity and work goals.
Reflect On Your Journey
Begin by looking back at your career journey in 2023. Take some time to write down and reflect on what were your achievements, challenges, and moments of growth? Having some journal prompts to help you get going in your reflection is a good place to start. Reflecting on your experiences will provide valuable insights as you set new goals for 2024 and bring forth a level of clarity you may have not previously had when making career goals.
Identify Your Aspirations
Based on how your year went last year, what do you want to achieve in your career in 2024? These aspirations should be in line with your long-term vision. Whether it's a promotion, a career change, skill development, or work-life balance, your goals should be specific and inspiring and most importantly, a bit achievable! Having stretch goals is ok, but if every single one of your goals seems like climbing a mountain, perhaps break them down into more manageable chunks.
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Embrace Holistic Development
Instead of focusing solely on professional accomplishments, consider the holistic aspects of your life. Your career is just one part of your journey. Think about how personal growth, well-being, and balance can contribute to your overall success. Not sure where to start? Check out my freebie on Developing An Authentic Holistic Well-Being Routine For Career Professionals Workbook.
Create A Personalized Plan
Your development plan should be tailored to your unique preferences and strengths. Identify the tools and techniques that resonate with you, and be prepared to adapt and adjust your plan as needed.
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Seek Professional Guidance
Just as our coaching approach is about partnership, seeking guidance from a coach or mentor can greatly enhance your development journey. They can offer fresh perspectives and help you stay on track. I offer one to one coaching services as well as a fully asynchronous online course. If you need support, please reach out to me!
Final Thoughts…
In 2024, make your career resolutions more than just a list of wishes. This year, it's all about unlocking your full potential and embodying the tools and techniques that will lead you to success. As you step into the new year, remember that your career is a journey, and you have the power to shape it according to your aspirations. Make 2024 a year of meaningful growth, self-discovery, and professional achievement.
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Meet The Writer!
Hi! My name is Nadia Ibrahim-Taney and I help people design happy and fulfilling careers through authentic career coaching. My expertise includes career exploration guidance, resume writing, interview prep and LinkedIn profile optimization. My pronouns are She/ Her/ Hers and as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I focus on how diverse identities impact and influence folks holistically and professionally. Please connect with me on LinkedIn or at Nadia@beyonddiscoverycoaching.com
