Setting goals and developing vision
As we approach the end of 2024 and prepare to step boldly into 2025, I want to reflect on the transformative power of vision and goal-setting.
I’ve been creating vision boards and setting goals across all areas of my life since a young age. But it wasn’t until 2021 that I truly embraced the process.
It all began with an unsettling realization during a quiet moment of reflection: I had no clear idea of how I wanted to spend the next decade of my career. Somewhere along the way, I’d lost the ability to dream, to think beyond the familiar lens I’d grown accustomed to.
It had been years since I stepped out of my comfort zone, and I knew - deep down - that something had to change. One catch - I didn’t know how.
Then, during a casual coffee chat with a friend, she mentioned working with a coach to design her next chapter in life. Inspired, I took the leap and signed up for a six-month coaching package.
Little did I know that this decision would be the catalyst for the most profound transformation of my life. Over the next four years, my world turned upside down - and changed for the better.
Goal setting and visualizing are backed up by science.
How
Crafting a vision and gaining clarity about our goals primes the Reticular Activating System (RAS) to focus on opportunities and resources aligned with our aspirations.
Power of visualisation
Visualizing our vision and goals activates the same neural networks as performing the tasks, allowing our brains to "practice" and prepare for success.
As a result, I not only created both a 10-year vision board and a one-year vision board, but I also reconnected with passions I had long neglected - climbing mountains, learning, traveling for adventure, savoring deep conversations, empowering growth and self-leadership, as well as writing. One step led to another, and here I am four years later:
With new degrees and executive certifications to my name.
Traveling the world for learning, adventure, and client work.
Running my own leadership consultancy business.
Balancing life with work, fun, and raising my kids.
Most importantly, waking up each day with a spark of excitement, inspiration, and joy. And it all started with only one simple action – allowing myself to dream again.
Reflecting on 2024, planning for 2025
Two weeks ago, as I began reflecting on my 2024 journey and setting intentions for 2025, a thought struck me:
What if I didn’t do this alone?
What if others like you joined me on this journey?
The idea of creating a shared space for ambitious, growth-minded individuals to envision their future together was born.
From idea to action, here we are. I’m thrilled to invite you to join me in creating your Vision for 2025.