182: From Reflection to Results: My Step-by-Step Year-End Review Process

In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at how I prepare for Stu McLaren’s annual “Ideas for 2025” event, but even more than that, I’m walking you through the process I use to review my entire year. This reflection practice has become one of the most impactful parts of my year, helping me close out the current season with clarity and step into the next one with intention. If you’re ready to learn how to thoughtfully reflect on your wins, challenges, and key lessons from 2024 — and use that insight to shape your 2025 — this episode will guide you step-by-step. Whether you’re running a creative business, managing a team, or growing as an entrepreneur, this process will help you extract meaningful lessons, amplify your wins, and create a clear path forward. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/182 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ START SIMPLE IN SURFACE DESIGN | FREE MINI CLASS | https://www.bonniechristine.com/startsimple ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide  

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Have you ever dreamed of having a mentor with years of success to guide you through your creative business journey? That’s exactly what you’ll get when you tune into The Professional Creative podcast with your host, Bonnie Christine. With over 14 years of experience as an artist, entrepreneur, educator, and leader, Bonnie brings genuine warmth and actionable advice to your journey as a creative professional. Tune in each week to get inspired and discover how the days of struggling to succeed as a creative are over. Each episode is designed to help you GROW no matter what phase of the journey you’re on. From overcoming creative challenges to learning how to promote your work, you’ll learn how to take your passion to the next level and see SUCCESS. If you’re an aspiring professional creative or already on the entrepreneurial journey, you’ll hear about the latest marketing trends, best business practices, and inside tips from a longtime designer—all to help you grow your business like a boss! Welcome to The Professional Creative podcast.