2026
We aren’t even through January and already I can feel a different energy to 2026.
Last year brought unthinkable disruption for many near me in the Nation’s capital. Individual’s livelihoods were turned upside down as entire agencies were disbanded, jobs were eliminated, and early retirements were coerced.
It was hard for folks to regain their footing, but I think something is in the air now.
Folks are starting to dream again. They are feeling hopeful that their gifts and contributions can be put to use in new environments.
You may be one of these individuals. If so, I invite you to lean on the points below as you create your future.
5 ways to navigate your next steps:
Curiosity.
Ask a powerful question you and your teams can live into. Get curious about what you already know but have taken for granted. This is valuable information.
Creativity.
Who are those around you that you can innovate with? Entrenched thinking won’t serve you in uncertain times. Surround yourself with others who can stimulate new thinking.
Your Secrets to Success.
Identify the things that you have been doing your whole life that make you successful.
Your Inner Compass.
Get in touch with your values, your desires, and the activities that energize you. These are meant to guide you.
A willingness to run an experiment.
Uncertain environments don’t have all the information available at once. The best you can do is run small experiments and allow for the next step to emerge. It will, and you will take it.
Photo by Optical Chemist on Pexels
What insight did you have from doing this?
And what tiny next step can you take?
Love,
Audrey
