26: 3 Simple Questions to Prepare for a Breakthrough Year

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Welcome to the With Intention weekly newsletter where I share ideas & learnings to help you live & lead with intention

At a glance:

• Essay: Look back to look forward
• Quote: The unexamined life
• Visual: Asking the right questions

Look back to look forward  

As 2024 winds down, it’s easy to rush into planning for the new year. But before we look ahead, there’s power in taking a moment to look back.

Reflection is one of the most valuable tools for growth. When we pause to recognize what worked, what didn’t, and what we’ve learned, we gain the clarity we need to move forward with intention.

Here’s a simple framework I use to reflect on the past year:

1️⃣ What went well?
This year, I made one of the biggest transitions of my life: leaving corporate America after 25 years to focus on my With Intention work full time. While it wasn’t an easy decision, it’s one I’m deeply excited about. Stepping fully into this work feels like the start of something special—a chance to make an even bigger impact.

2️⃣ What didn’t go well?
If I’m honest, I still struggle with self-doubt. Dare I say it—imposter syndrome has made a few appearances this year. But I’ve also learned to embrace uncomfortable action. Leaning into the discomfort has helped me grow in ways I didn’t expect.

3️⃣ What will I do differently in 2025?
Next year, I want to continue closing the gap between intention and action. I’m committing to making decisions faster, even when they feel uncomfortable, because I know that’s where growth lives.

Now it’s your turn. Take 10 minutes this week to reflect on these three questions:

• What went well?
• What didn’t?
• What will I do differently?

You might be surprised by the clarity it brings. Reflection isn’t about looking back with regret—it’s about honoring the journey and stepping forward with confidence.

Let’s close out the year strong,
Jon

Asking the right questions

Source: Roberto Ferraro

P.S. Let’s start 2025 strong—together.
I’m hosting a free webinar on January 16th at 1 PM to help you kick off the new year with clarity, confidence, and intention. We’ll dive deeper into strategies to align your actions with your goals and make 2025 your best year yet.

Mark your calendar and stay tuned for details—I can’t wait to see you there!

Until next week…thanks for reading & Happy Holidays!

—Jon

Jon Giganti Author. Speaker. Leader.

Attention requires a focused head.
Intention requires a focused heart.

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