As we edge closer to the year's end, many of us reflect on where we are versus where we hoped to be. It’s the perfect time to take stock and make intentional choices that can transform your career and life.
There’s a critical step that we need to take and has the power to shift your trajectory for the rest of the year: release.
Does it sound like a call to give up? No, it isn’t. Releasing isn’t about giving up; it’s about letting go of what’s weighing you down so you can make room for what lifts you up. Here are three things you need to release before the end of 2024 to experience career growth.
3 Things You Need To Release Before The End Of 2024
Hopes that no longer serve you: Like everyone else, at the start of the year, you likely set bold goals or had high hopes for your career. Maybe you dreamed of landing a promotion, starting a new project, or achieving a milestone. But life happens, and some goals may now be unrealistic or out of reach as at this time. Holding on to these dashed hopes can feel heavy, creating unnecessary frustration or regret. Instead, acknowledge the effort you’ve made and release what’s no longer possible. This act of letting go frees your energy and focus to tackle what is achievable in the remaining weeks of the year.
Hurts from others: Work relationships can be a source of both growth and pain. A manager might have failed to support you when you needed it most, a colleague might have undermined your work, or a decision was made that negatively impacted your career. Holding onto these grievances is like carrying an invisible weight—it slows you down and zaps your energy. The key is to release these hurts. It’s not about excusing poor behaviour, but choosing to let go so you can move forward with lightness and clarity.
Coasting in your comfort Zone: Maybe you’ve had a successful year so far. You’ve hit a big milestone—secured a promotion, joined your dream team, or nailed a high-stakes project, but now, you might find yourself coasting in a newly found comfort zone. Or you still find yourself basking in the euphoria of your wins.
Ask yourself: Am I holding back when there’s more I can achieve? If you’re intentionally resting or recharging, that’s valid and important, but if there’s a nagging feeling that you could stretch further, consider releasing the urge to stay safe. Push beyond the comfort zone to embrace what’s next and what’s possible for you.
Number three especially resonates with me. It's easy to get lost in the euphoria of our achievements when there's so much more we can do.