A Better Way to Set Intentions for the New Year

New Year, new rituals. In this solo episode, I’m sharing the end-of-year practice that’s completely changed how I see success, growth, and who I’m becoming.In this episode of The Pivot Point, I’m pulling back the curtain on my personal New Year ritual—one that has nothing to do with rigid resolutions and everything to do with identity, alignment, and self-trust. If traditional New Year’s goals leave you feeling pressured, behind, or disconnected, this episode offers a gentler but far more powerful approach.I walk through how I shifted from goal-obsessed resolutions to choosing a word (or phrase) of the year—an intention rooted in who I’m becoming rather than what I’m chasing. I share how tracking aligned actions with simple Post-its helped me stop minimizing my wins, celebrate growth in real time, and break the habit of constantly moving the goalposts.We also talk about reflection as a leadership tool—how this practice supported me during my corporate years, strengthened my performance reviews, and built confidence grounded in evidence, not imposter syndrome. From weekly career check-ins to year-end reflection rituals, this episode is about honoring progress without needing permission.If you’re entering a new year craving clarity, self-compassion, and momentum that actually feels sustainable, this episode will meet you right where you are.What You’ll Hear ✔️Why I stopped doing traditional New Year’s resolutions✔️How choosing a word of the year shifts your identity, not just behavior✔️The Post-it practice that helped me actually see my growth✔️Why high achievers struggle to celebrate wins—and how to change that✔️How this ritual supported my career growth (and performance reviews)✔️A powerful new question-based approach to intention setting“Every aligned action is a vote for the person you’re becoming.”If this practice resonated, share this episode with someone who’s craving a more intentional way to start the year.Grab your free Heart-Aligned Career Transition Starter at https://www.leadintact.com/freebies/heart-aligned-career  or Book 20-min consultation call https://leadintactwithlaura.as.me/free-consultation Proceed as if success is inevitable—because that’s how it becomes inevitable.