Do you need a strategic reboot?
As we approach the end of the year, this is a traditional time to slow down and reflect on the year that has been.
It is the perfect time to consider the learnings, the highlights and achievements and reflect, reset, and prepare to thrive in 2025.
For many, this has been a difficult year, the healthcare system is struggling in ways that have been highly impactful on our clients, community and our healthcare workforce.
The public holidays and longer summer days can be an excellent time to reset and reboot, a great time to step back and be proud of what you have been able to positively achieve.
Think of this as your strategic reboot—a necessary pause, like powering down a computer so it can refresh and function optimally. Often, we keep pushing ourselves, adding more tasks and expectations, without acknowledging the value of stepping back to reassess.
Shutting down a computer clears its memory and resolves glitches, a conscious reset equally helps us let go of what no longer serves us, refocus on our goals, and realign our energy. However, the first step is giving ourselves permission to do it.
Why a Reset is Vital
When we don’t pause to reset, we risk:
Mindlessly carrying on: We need to review how we are travelling, what is working and what is not
Carrying outdated strategies: What worked before may not align with your current priorities.
Burnout: Operating without a break diminishes productivity and creativity.
Missing opportunities: When we’re stuck in "doing mode," we lose sight of the bigger picture.
Ending the year with intentional reflection and planning sets the tone for success in the months ahead.
How to Reboot Strategically
1. Reflect on the Year
Ask yourself:
What highlights am I grateful for?
What challenges did I face, and what did I learn?
Where did I spend my time, and was it aligned with my priorities?
2. Let Go of the Unnecessary
Identify the “open tabs” in your life—tasks, habits or commitments that drain your energy—and close them. It’s okay to say no or delegate.
3. Reconnect with Your Vision
Think about where you want to go. What’s your bigger picture for 2025? Write down three key priorities and why they matter to you.
4. Plan Actionable Steps
Break down your priorities into small, manageable actions. A reboot isn’t about doing it all at once—it’s about starting fresh with focus.
5. Schedule Regular Check-Ins
Build mini-resets into your routine next year. Monthly or quarterly reflections can keep you aligned and prevent overwhelm.
Our Strategic Reboot
As a team, we had our strategic reboot and end-of-year day yesterday. We had a full day out for fun, care and connection.
We went to a mosaics workshop, and each created an individual piece to take home, we had lunch and then finished off with a group meditation run by a local musician, meditation teacher and sound healer. That was a huge highlight, we all felt deeply relaxed, afterwards, even though it was a new experience for some.
A Closing Thought
The end of the year is a natural time for a strategic reboot. As we close the book on 2024, give yourself the gift of a reset—a moment to pause, reflect, and realign. This simple act can make all the difference in ensuring you enter 2025 with clarity, confidence, and renewed energy.
I truly wish you to have a restful, fun, celebratory time over the summer break. I hope you have a joyous time with your family and friends and prioritise meaningful time for what is important to you.
PS I received some delightful feedback about the newsletter – worthy of sharing :)
Delightful feedback
“Thanks, Michelle. Enormous gratitude for your weekly newsletters…Your messages of support in this very difficult space have kept me in a healthy mindset, really validated my experience and supported me to make positive changes in my career.”