All You Need For Your 24/25 Reflection

Breathe —

That delicious stillness has arrived – you know the one. When the holiday rush gentles into quiet contemplation, and the world seems to pause between stories: the one we're closing, and the one about to begin.

You might be reading this curled up with a cup of tea after the holiday whirlwind… At your desk, savoring the peace of an empty office… Or maybe stealing a moment between family gatherings.

Wherever you are, I've curated something special for this exact moment:

📋 Year-End Reflection Guides

I created two specialized versions of my annual reflection guide earlier this month:

• One tailored for entrepreneurs shaping their ventures: Founder Version

• Another designed explicitly for VC/PE investors reviewing their portfolio, positioning, and strategies: Investor Version

🎯 A Fresh Take on Goal Setting

"How to Set Simple Goals Without Drowning in Process" cuts through the noise of complex frameworks to offer something refreshingly different. Instead of getting lost in OKR terminology, I share a practical approach that's been battle-tested with numerous scale-ups.

Inside, you'll discover:

• The "Driver Tree" method: A visual, collaborative way to break down your company's goals

• How to do "backcasting" - starting with your 7-year vision and working backward

• Practical principles for keeping goal-setting simple and team-energizing

• A balanced approach for both project-based and day-to-day operational teams

💫 Bonus Resource

The "OKRs vs. KPIs Cheat Sheet" has resonated with over half a million readers since October. Why? Because it finally untangles these often-confused concepts with crystal clarity.

It's your pocket guide to:

• Choosing the right metrics for your specific context

• Avoiding the common traps that derail measurement systems

• Making decisions with confidence about what to track

A Different Kind of Invitation

This isn't about rushing to plan 2025 or racing to dissect 2024. It's about finding your own rhythm of reflection. Whether that's today, next week, or when January unfolds – these tools adapt to your timing.

Some of my favorite insights have come from readers who:

• Used the Reflection Guide during their morning coffee ritual

• Worked through the goal-setting framework with their leadership team

• Shared the cheat sheet in a board meeting to reset expectations

Your Next Step? Choose your entry point. Download what calls to you. And if you hit any snags or want to explore an idea? I'm just a reply away.

Here's to your moment of clarity,

Julius

P.S. Finding these tools valuable? The best insights often emerge when these exercises are shared. Feel free to forward this kit to a fellow entrepreneur, investor, or leader who might appreciate a fresh perspective on year-end reflection.