Hi everyone,
Before the new-year rush arrives, there’s a window I always use to create what I call my career runway. It’s the quiet preparation that lets January feel focused instead of frantic.
Here are five things worth settling before the year turns:
- Review your past year with honesty
What worked. What didn’t. What surprised you. What drained you.
Clarity comes from reflection, not reinvention.
- Decide your top three priorities for January
Not twelve. Not seven. Three.
This is how you stay intentional and avoid starting the year overwhelmed.
- Clear your digital mental load
Your LinkedIn drafts
Your unread emails
Your lists
A clear digital space creates a clear cognitive space.
- Reconnect with your 40% peers
The people growing at your pace.
Send one message or one voice note. Rebuilding connection now makes January feel easier.
- Choose one thing you will not carry into 2026
One habit. One fear. One belief.
Let it go. Lighten your runway.
These small steps create momentum without pressure.
You don’t need a full reinvention. You just need direction.
Save this list. Use it as your January anchor.
Wishing you a calm, intentional transition into the new year,
Katheline
P.S.: If you're keen to make 2026 your best career year yet, join the Masterclass on January 6. Click on the box to get notified.
