The art of long-term planning

Ten insights into my process of strategizing for the year(s) ahead

AI created image through Midjourney of a woman with chin-length blonde hair sitting at a desk and doing long-term planning while looking at calendars for the next few years.

Every year around December or January, I try to get away from the day-to-day chaos, take stock of everything, and start mapping out what I want the next chapter to look like — personally and professionally. I do a lighter version of this in summer too. What follows is my process. It's not the same every year and you should adapt it to what works for you. But if you're someone who wants to do more intentional planning and doesn't know where to start, this is how I think about it.

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