It’s a Game of Two Halves
Here’s our mid-year review tool to help you up your work game in the second half of 2024
As we head towards the peak of another sports season, with Wimbledon and The Euros both underway and the Olympics just around the corner, the spirit of competition and the drama of comebacks remind us that at halftime, the game is far from over.
Just take the 1999 UEFA Champions League Final. Manchester United, managed then by Sir Alex Ferguson, was trailing 1-0 to Bayern München at halftime. Despite the odds, Ferguson’s halftime talk and second half adjustments ignited a belief in his team for a turnaround. United scored two goals during injury time, securing a 2-1 victory in what must be one of the most dramatic comebacks in football history.
When it comes to our working year 2024, we’re also only at halftime! There’s ample opportunity to review how things are going, make any necessary adjustments, and turn things around for the second half.
Now is the perfect time for a mid-year review and for revisiting your professional trajectory with clarity, decency, and strategic action.
Just like Ferguson.
Why clarity and decency matters
Clarity means knowing what you want to achieve. It's about setting clear goals, identifying milestones, and confidently taking steps towards them.
When you're clear about what you want, every action is more impactful.
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Decency on the other hand is about how you want to play the game.
It's about fairness and respect for others.
And about treating yourself with kindness as you evaluate your progress. It’s recognising your efforts, how you are staying true to your values, and viewing mistakes as growth opportunities. Refocus your internal narrative from ‘that didn't go well’ to ‘what did I learn from this?’ by tapping into your inner coach rather than your inner critic.
Get your mid-year review template
Get your mid-year review toolkit
Conducting a personal mid-year review helps you to realign with your values and goals. And applying principles of clarity and decency ensures that this process is both effective and respectful to your personal development.
To make this easy, we’ve created a mid-year review tool that helps you to revisit your goals, assess your progress, evaluate your mindset, then plan any necessary adjustments to ensure a successful second half to your year.
Imagine having a coach
Someone who not only motivates you but also provides the insights and accountability necessary to achieve your professional aspirations.
Whether you aim to overcome challenges, accelerate your career, or simply gain greater clarity and focus, a coach can be pivotal in leading you to a victorious end to your year.
But don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what others say about their experiences of working with us.
So, if you think you would benefit from additional support to accelerate your progress, get in touch today to see how coaching can turn your aspirations into achievements.
July 2024
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