Episode 40 - Reflect Before You Plan - 10 Questions to Cast Vision for 2025
Release Date: 12/24/2024
The Ambition Coalition
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info_outlineBefore you charge into 2025, hit pause. If you want a future that feels exciting, free, and aligned, you’ve got to take inventory first. Reflection isn’t about getting stuck in the past—it’s about pulling the lessons forward so you can create momentum for what’s next.
In today’s episode, Rebekah and Melissa share 10 powerful questions (inspired by John Maxwell’s The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth) to help you reflect on 2024, evaluate where you are, and cast a vision for where you want to go.
✨ What You’ll Learn:
• Why reflection fuels future growth and clarity.
• How action gives you the data you need to grow—if you use it!
• 10 reflection questions to turn your wins, losses, and challenges into wisdom.
• How to let go of what’s holding you back and move forward with intention.
Plus, Rebekah and Melissa get personal and answer a couple of these questions themselves to help you see how powerful this process can be.
Links and Resources:
1️⃣ Journal Download (from last week): This in-depth resource is full of prompts to dream BIG and cast your 2025 vision. If you missed it, grab it here:
👉 [Download the 2025 Vision Journal]
2️⃣ Reflection Questions for This Week: We’ve simplified things for you today with a one-page download of the 10 reflection questions shared in this episode. Grab it, take some quiet time, and write out your answers:
👉 [Download Your 10 Reflection Questions]
This SATURDAY: Live Mastermind Invitation 🎉
This weekend, we’re hosting a low-key Live Mastermind Session, and you’re invited! Come as you are—pajamas, messy buns, coffee in hand—no pressure, no pitches, and nothing to buy.
This is about community and clarity.
We’ll:
✅ Walk through a simple process to create your 2025 vision.
✅ Break into small groups to brainstorm, connect, and encourage each other.
✅ Actually start executing on your 2025 strategy together.
It’s a chance to work on your goals alongside like-minded women, share ideas, and get energized for the new year—all in a no-stress, supportive environment. Don’t miss it! To get all the details sent to your inbox, just click on the journal or refection questions above and we’ll send it over along with your goodies.
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