Are You Ready to Grow? 7 Questions to Transform Your Year and Your Leadership
- Melahni Ake
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
As we approach a new new year, many leaders move quickly into planning, goal setting, and creating resolutions. But at Everyday Leaders, we believe your growth starts with clarity, and clarity comes from reflecting on where you’ve been—before deciding where you’re going.
A growth mindset isn’t just hoping for a better year; it’s intentionally designing one. And the most effective leaders don’t wait for change—they create it.
That starts with asking yourself the right questions.
Below are 7 Questions for Your Personal Annual Review, a reflective practice that deepens awareness, identifies blind spots, and strengthens your vision so you can step boldly into 2026 with confidence, courage, and purpose.
7 Questions for Your Personal Annual Review
1. What did I change my mind on this year?
Great leaders evolve. Pay attention to the beliefs and viewpoints that shifted for you.
2. What created energy this year?
Your energy is a compass pointing toward alignment.
3. What drained energy this year?
Resistance reveals what needs boundaries—or transformation.
4. What were the Boat Anchors in my life?
What weighed you down, slowed your momentum, or kept you from growth?
5. What did I not do because of fear?
Courage begins with recognizing where fear has been in control.
6. What were my greatest hits and worst misses?
Celebrate your wins, learn from your misses—both are essential teachers.
7. What did I learn this year?
Wisdom grows through reflection. Capture what you want to carry forward.
Two Ways to Accelerate Your Growth Right Now
Reflection creates clarity.
Clarity builds courage.
Courage unlocks wisdom.
And wisdom prepares you to lead with confidence in 2026.
Here’s how you can take your next step with Everyday Leaders:
1. Attend Live2Lead – January 15, 2026
Your catalytic moment to step into the leader you are becoming.
At Live2Lead, you’ll gain the strategies, mindset shifts, and inspiration to:
Define your vision for 2026
Break through the fears holding you back
Develop habits that support intentional growth
Surround yourself with a powerful community of leaders
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2. Schedule a FREE 30-Minute Consultation Call
If you’re ready for clarity but not sure where to begin, let’s talk.
This personalized session will help you:
Identify where you’re stuck
Gain perspective and confidence
Map out actionable next steps
Explore leadership coaching pathways that support your 2026 goals
Book your free session:
2026 is YOUR year.
Your moment to grow on purpose—not by accident.
“It’s not what you do in a day, it’s what you do everyday that makes the most impact. “ -Melahni Ake
Let’s walk into it together as Everyday Leaders.