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E290. 10 Questions to Ask for New Years

April Garcia's PivotMe

Release Date: 12/26/2024

E317. The Secret to Doing Hard Things: Eat the Frog First show art E317. The Secret to Doing Hard Things: Eat the Frog First

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In this episode of PivotMe, April dives deep into the age-old productivity wisdom: “Eat the frog first.” But this isn’t just about task lists—it’s about courage, action, and momentum. April breaks down why high performers don’t avoid hard things; they just do them faster. With raw stories, practical insights, and a splash of humor, this episode will challenge listeners to stop delaying and start leaping. Key Takeaways: What the Frog Really Is: It’s that hard conversation, overdue decision, or the lingering task you keep pushing off. And it’s costing you peace and progress. ...

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In Part 2 of the Habits series, April continues the powerful conversation on how to design your day (and life) through the lens of high-performance habits. While Part 1 focused on tools and awareness, this episode takes it further with implementation strategies that help you automate your success—no extra motivation required. Key Takeaways: Discover how environment design can make or break your habits. Learn to stack habits effectively and create powerful daily routines. Replace “decision fatigue” with automated excellence. Understand the neurological patterns that lock in habits...

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In this first installment of the Habits series, April debunks the myth that motivation is the key to achieving your goals. Whether you're launching a business, writing a book, or committing to your health, the secret isn’t motivation—it’s habits. April dives into how to build better habits that stick, eliminate the ones that derail your progress, and use simple tools to drive long-term success. Key Takeaways: Identify your current habits—good and bad—and evaluate the true payoff of each. Learn why Keystone Habits like making your bed set the tone for the day. Decrease the...

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In this raw and hilarious episode of PivotMe, April shares an intensely personal story—her tattoo horror story. But beneath the ink and regret lies a powerful message about people-pleasing, distraction, and the cost of staying silent in critical moments. From battling through a brutal year to permanently marking her comeback on her body, April takes us through a decision made during emotional exhaustion and what it taught her about boundaries, voice, and recovery. Key Takeaways: 💥 Politeness Can Be Dangerous: When you override your inner voice to be agreeable, especially in pivotal...

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In this powerful episode of PivotMe, April unpacks the concept of "Touching the Dream"—inspired by Ed Mylett—and what it really means to live into your future life now. Sharing stories from her own life, from paddleboarding in Lake Tahoe to watching her kids play on a private beach, April walks us through how visualizing success and brushing up against it in small, tangible ways actually rewires our belief system. You don’t need to wait until you’ve “made it” to feel what your dream life is like—you can live part of it now. Key Takeaways: 🔑 Visualize It Clearly: Describe...

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As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and prepare for what’s ahead. In this episode of the PivotMe Podcast, April provides listeners with 10 transformative questions designed to help you process the lessons of 2024 and set a clear, intentional path for 2025. These questions go beyond traditional goal-setting—they’re a blueprint for self-awareness, growth, and purposeful action.

Whether you’ve had an amazing year, a challenging one, or a mix of both, these questions are your ticket to making 2025 extraordinary.


Key Takeaways:

  1. Celebrate Wins:

    • "What was your biggest win of 2024?" Identifying wins helps anchor you in progress and builds momentum for the new year.
  2. Recognize Influences:

    • "Who were the three people that impacted you the most this year?" Reflecting on these relationships brings gratitude and awareness.
  3. Track Relationship Growth:

    • Consider which relationships improved the most this year. Growth in personal connections often reflects growth in ourselves.
  4. Learn From Challenges:

    • "What was your biggest learning in 2024?" Extract the lessons from tough moments—they’re your stepping stones to future success.
  5. Identify Unfinished Business:

    • What goals or projects didn’t come to fruition? Acknowledge them and create a plan to address them in the new year.
  6. Break Bad Habits:

    • Pinpoint one habit you picked up this year that doesn’t serve you and commit to leaving it behind.
  7. Forgive Yourself:

    • "What do you need to forgive yourself for in 2024?" Letting go of guilt or regret is key to moving forward with freedom and clarity.
  8. Seek Future Wisdom:

    • Imagine yourself at 80, looking back on today—what advice would your wiser self give you?
  9. Focus on the One Thing:

    • Identify the single most important thing to achieve in 2025. Clarity brings focus, and focus brings results.
  10. Take Immediate Action:

    • Determine what specific steps you’ll take on January 1 to ensure success. Education without execution is just distraction.

Actionable Items:

  • Write down your answers to all 10 questions.
  • Reach out to one of the three people who impacted you the most and thank them.
  • Identify a single bad habit to leave behind in 2024 and create a plan to replace it with a better habit.
  • Share your 2025 goal with two people for accountability.
  • Take your first step on January 1—no matter how small.

Quotes:

  • “You have 365 lessons baked into 2024—you can’t just forget them. If you do, you’re bound to relive them.”
  • “New level, new devil. Each year brings new challenges, but also new tools to overcome them.”
  • “Education without execution is distraction.”

Reflection is one of the most powerful tools for growth, and these 10 questions offer a framework for learning from the past and creating a clear vision for the future. By identifying your wins, learning from challenges, and taking intentional action, you can set yourself up for an extraordinary 2025.

Take the time to write down your answers and revisit them throughout the year. When you prioritize personal growth, you not only transform your life but also positively impact your business, relationships, and health.

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