The 2025 agenda - Episode 34
Happy New Year! I’m thrilled to kick off 2025 with a fresh perspective, exciting plans, and new goals.
This year feels like it’s brimming with potential, and I can’t wait to share what I’ve been working on and dreaming about.
Here’s a little grab bag of updates, intentions, and reflections to catch up with all of you.
Create & consume:
What I’m creating this week: I created a what I read in 2024 YouTube video—I’m hoping to connect with more authors and book publishers in 2025 and want to be on their radar as someone who reads and creates book content
What I’m consuming this week: I finally saw Wicked!! So many thoughts, I really enjoyed, casting was so great Ariana really became Glinda for me by the end of it
In this episode:
Word of the Year: Enjoy
Every year, I choose a word to guide my intentions and actions, and for 2025, my word is enjoy. After years of focusing on growth, alignment, and strategy, I want to prioritize finding joy in the everyday moments of life and work.
Here’s a quick recap of my previous words of the year:
2021: Refine
2022: Build
2023: Amplify
2024: Align
Each of these words has shaped my journey, and I’m excited to see how “enjoy” influences my year.
My Top Career Goals for 2025
As a content creator, I’m always setting benchmarks to help me grow and stay consistent. Here are my top career goals for the year:
Grow to 100,000 YouTube subscribers. This milestone has been on my mind for a while, and I’m ready to double down on creating content that resonates.
Stay consistent on searchable platforms. Platforms like Pinterest and YouTube are crucial for long-term visibility, and I want to maintain a steady presence.
Move my digital course to evergreen. This will make it more accessible to creators who want to learn at their own pace.
Qualify for Mediavine. Joining this ad network would be a big step forward for my blog.
My Top Personal Goals for 2025
Outside of work, I’m focusing on goals that bring balance and fulfillment to my life:
Buy our first home (hopefully!) This is a big one, and I’m excited to start this new chapter.
Read 25 books: I’m already building my TBR list as you heard in last week's episode and can’t wait to dive in.
Volunteer with PanCan: This cause is close to my heart, and I’m looking forward to giving back.
Take 2 weeks off social media 3 times a year: Digital detoxes are a game-changer for my mental health.
Ins and Outs for 2025
It’s always fun to reflect on what feels right for the year ahead—and what doesn’t. Here’s my list of ins and outs:
Ins:
Saying no more
Logging off by 6PM
Long vlogs on YouTube
Cooking at home
Telling people you love them
Friday nights in
Reading
Charcuterie for dinner
Outs:
Lines at restaurants/having to wait forever to get in
People who don’t respect boundaries
Rosé
Waiting for the “right time” to do something
Posting every day
Travel Plans
Travel is one of my favorite ways to recharge and find inspiration. Here are the destinations I’m planning to visit in 2025:
Asheville
West Palm Beach
Catskills (twice!)
Italy
Caribbean
Hilton Head (to be finalized!)
Chicago
I’m also considering a solo trip and would love your suggestions! I’m open to international destinations and anywhere that’s safe and welcoming for solo female travelers. Let me know your favorite places to explore.
In summary
2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year, and I’m so grateful to have you along for the journey. What are your goals or intentions for the year? Share them in the comments or send me a message—I’d love to hear about them!
Here’s to a year of growth, joy, and connection. Let’s make it one to remember!
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