Bonus Episode #1: Before You Rush Into 2026: A Year-End Review Worth Doing
HR Coffee Time31 Des 2025

Bonus Episode #1: Before You Rush Into 2026: A Year-End Review Worth Doing

Before we all sprint into 2026, I wanted to create this bonus episode to encourage you to pause and reflect on the year that's just passed. In it, I work my way through the 10 'Look Back to Look Forward' questions from the Essential HR Planner and share my own honest answers - including the achievements I'm proud of, the challenges I faced, what I learned, and the moments that shaped my year both personally and professionally.

This episode includes reflections on expanding the Inspiring HR Leadership Programme, navigating the realities of running a business, experimenting with video, taking a long break from the podcast, and working through some unexpected moments of vulnerability along the way. My hope is that by sharing my experience, you'll feel encouraged to complete the exercise yourself and head into 2026 with more clarity and intention.


Helpful Links
  1. The Essential HR Planner
  2. The free HR Leadership Impact Assessment
  3. Read the full blog version of my reflections
  4. Connect with me on LinkedIn
  5. Learn more about theInspiring HR Leadership Programme

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