As 2024 draws to a close, host and coach Hakim A. Lakhdar, shares a heartfelt invitation to reflect on the past year and prepare for what lies ahead. This special episode encourages leaders, professionals, and anyone on a journey of growth to pause, reflect, and reconnect with their purpose. Hakim reflects on his own ups and downs of 2024, sharing personal stories about learning to navigate challenges, embrace gratitude, and realign with what truly matters. He invites listeners to consider their own defining moments from the year—both triumphs and trials—and ask, “If this year were a book, what would its title be?”
A key takeaway is the power of gratitude in leadership. Hakim explores how expressing appreciation for others—and for oneself—can transform challenges into growth opportunities. He also delves into renewal, encouraging listeners to let go of what no longer serves them and create space for rest, creativity, and connection. As the episode closes, Hakim invites listeners to set meaningful intentions for 2025, focusing on who they want to be rather than what they want to achieve. This inspiring reflection is a reminder that leadership is about aligning with your values and stepping into the new year with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Enjoy the episode, Happy New Year and may 2025 be all that you wish it to be and more!
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Did this podcast spark something in you or get you to take action in some way? I’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback on our conversation. You can hit me up on Instagram @lakhdar_coaching, LinkedIn: /hakimlakhdar, Twitter @LakhdarCoaching, and Facebook/LakhdarCoaching
I’m always looking to connect with people who are passionate about leadership as well as companies who value and support strong leaders and teams in their own organization. If that’s you or you know someone then drop me a line at hakim@lakhdarcoaching.com
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