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3. Where can I redirect my energy? Life is unpredictable, and goals may need to evolve with your cir-
• Letting go of outdated goals allows you to refocus on cumstances.
areas that feel more authentic and aligned with who you
are now. 3 Signs It’s Time to Reassess:
1. You’re consistently avoiding tasks related to the goal.
Reassessing is about refining your path forward. By releasing goals 2. External changes impact your priorities or resources.
that no longer serve you, you create room for new possibilities that 3. The goal feels exhausting rather than inspiring.
better match your vision and bring a renewed sense of excitement for
the year ahead. Regularly reassessing allows you to stay agile, letting you course-cor-
rect in a way that keeps you connected to what matters most.
Step 3. Set Purposeful Goals for the New Year
High-Performance Goal Setting: ties, it’s time to set intentional, high-performance goals for the new Moving Forward with Confidence
Now that you’ve reflected on your wins and refined your priori-
End-of-year goal setting is a powerful way to celebrate growth,
3 Steps to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet! year. Unlike a long list of resolutions, these are goals that align with release what no longer serves you, and step into the new year with clar-
your core values and inspire sustainable growth. Dr. Maria’s decision ity and purpose. When you approach goals with flexibility, alignment

By Nora Vasquez, MD, CHPC to pivot her research project into a workshop series exemplifies this and compassion, you set yourself up for a year of meaningful progress
approach — she set a goal that aligned with her passion for mentor-
and fulfillment.
ship, creating a purpose-driven plan for the year. Ready to Start? Join Our High-Performance Goal-Setting Master-
s a Certified High-Performance Coach for Physicians, APPs • Identify areas where you grew from difficulties. For class!
and Executives, one of the most important exercises I coach example, Dr. Maria’s experience taught her how to bal- Set Your New Goals: Working with a professional coach can help fast track your success!
Amy clients on is powerful goal-setting. It is the foundation to ance team support with her own projects. 1. Prioritize with Clarity. Choose one to three impactful goals That is why we invite you to take this process even further by joining us
creating a life you love — in and outside of medicine. As the end of 3. What motivated me and brought me joy? that will make the most meaningful difference in your life. for an exclusive Masterclass entitled “High-Performance Goal Setting -
the year approaches, this is the perfect time to reflect on what you’ve • Reflecting on what energized you can clarify which goals align • For example, Dr. Maria identified mentorship as her pri- 3 Steps to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet!” on Tuesday, December 17,
achieved and recalibrate for the new year ahead. most with your core values and bring a sense of purpose. mary area of impact, adjusting her goals accordingly. 2024 at 7:00 p.m. CST.
High-performance goal setting isn’t about rigid targets; it’s about set- 2. Break Each Goal into Actionable Steps
ting intentional goals that align with your values, creating space for exciting Taking time to reflect on these questions helps you understand the • Define specific steps to create consistent progress. For In this interactive Masterclass, we’ll dive deeper into each step,
new possibilities, and empowering you to reach your highest potential! In core motivations behind your actions. This clarity is essential for cre- Dr. Maria, this meant outlining “workshop development helping you:
this article, I’ll guide you through a three-step process to reflect, reassess, ating goals that feel meaningful and aligned with your evolving vision milestones” for each quarter. 1. Reflect on your wins and growth over the past year.
and reset your goals. To take this process even further, you are invited to of success. 3. Set a Timeline with Checkpoints 2. Reassess and let go of what no longer serves you.
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and identify lessons that can guide you forward. A balanced reflection Dr. Maria, for example, realized that her original goal of publish- 2. How will I measure my progress? 2025 the year you realize your potential and
allows you to appreciate achievements and acknowledge challenges, ing her research felt like pressure. Her true passion had shifted toward • Clearly define success, whether it’s a milestone, a habit or thrive with purpose!
creating a well-rounded view of your journey. mentorship and practical, hands-on patient care. Rather than pushing a specific outcome.
Imagine, for example, Dr. Maria, who is a busy physician who set through, she decided to redirect her efforts to create a workshop series 3. What support or resources do I need?
a goal to publish research on patient engagement by year-end. As the on patient engagement strategies, which aligned better with her cur- • Identify the resources and support you’ll need to reach
year progressed, she found her energy shifting toward mentoring her rent values and priorities. each goal. Dr. Maria, for instance, leaned on her team to Nora Vasquez, MD, CHPC, is a triple Certified High-
team and supporting new initiatives. While she hadn’t reached her help develop workshop content. Performance Coach for Physicians, APPs and Executives.
original goal, she acknowledged her success in gathering valuable data 3 Questions to Help You Reassess Your Goals: Dr. Vasquez is a board-certified Internist with over a decade of
and helping her team thrive. 1. Which goals no longer resonate? By setting purposeful goals that align with your values and breaking experience. Dr. Vasquez is the Co-Chair of the Physician Wellness
• If a goal feels draining rather than inspiring, it might be them down into actionable steps, you’re creating a plan that not only Committee for the Bexar County Medical Society and serves on the Texas
3 Key Questions to Guide Your Reflection: time to reassess. Like Dr. Maria, you may find that prior- keeps you motivated but also brings a sense of fulfillment as you make Medical Association’s Council for Member Experience. She developed the
1. What were my significant achievements this year? ities have shifted over the year. progress. Physician Coaching and Wellness Masterclass Series for BCMS physician
• Write down both big wins and smaller accomplishments. 2. What am I holding onto out of habit and old expectations? members to empower healthcare professionals with evidence-based coaching
Like Dr. Maria, you might realize that valuable work hap- • Goals often lose their relevance over time. Be honest When to Reassess Throughout the Year strategies to mitigate burnout and enhance their well-being. You can learn
pened even if you didn’t achieve every goal. about whether you’re pursuing certain targets for conti- High-performance goal setting is dynamic, not static. Schedule more about Dr. Nora Vasquez at www.renewyourmindmd.com/renewed or
2. What challenges did I face, and what did I learn from them? nuity’s sake or genuine interest. quarterly check-ins to review your progress and adjust as needed. email her at renewyourmindmd@gmail.com.

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