2025 in Review: Key Accomplishments and Milestones

The end of the year is a time of reflection, where we look back at what we have learned, what we need to improve upon, and what we have done well. We plan ahead for the upcoming year based on the results we have gotten this year, but we must remember to look at the full year and not just the most recent quarter. Additionally, we need to be very intentional about reflecting on our key accomplishments and milestones. While it is beneficial to analyze what needs to change, it is integral to our momentum and morale that we take time to appreciate all of the good things that have happened throughout the year.

Reviewing the past year is not just about strategy moving forward, but also recognizing and celebrating your successes. Once we have achieved our goals, we create new ones and continue striving to grow and do better. Because of that, it can feel great to accomplish something you have been working toward, but it can feel overwhelming to know that once you hit that goal, there will just be another one to pursue. It is important to take the time to acknowledge your key accomplishments and milestones with your team so that you never lose sight of how far you have come. You can and should be proud of your accomplishments while working toward new ones.

While evaluating how the year has gone, make sure you are looking for the positive occurrences just as much as you are looking for areas of improvement. Many people experience burnout around the holiday season, which makes it difficult to look forward to the start of the next calendar year, but celebrating your wins can help alleviate some of those feelings. Take the time to reflect individually and as a team, and start the next year with a positive mindset.

-Meghan Slaughter