Written by Sue Dyer, Founder, IPI

As we close out 2025, we at IPI want to pause and celebrate you, our members. We know how hard you work, how much you give, and how often the daily challenges of projects can make it feel like the wins slip by unnoticed. But this year, you accomplished more than you realize. You led, you learned, you collaborated, and you built lasting impact for your teams and communities. This short reflection is our gift to you: a chance to look back with pride, gather the moments that mattered, and see just how much you truly achieved in 2025. 

10-Minute New Year’s Eve Reflection 

Set the Scene (1 minute) 
Take a breath. Find a quiet moment. Remember: this isn’t about perfection, it’s about recognizing all the growth you might have overlooked. 

Step 1: The Big Picture (2 minutes) 

• What’s one project, achievement, or personal milestone from 2025 that you’re most proud of? 

• If you had to give 2025 a “title” or theme, what would it be? 

Step 2: Hidden Wins (3 minutes) 

Often our biggest accomplishments are disguised as everyday persistence. Ask yourself: 

• What challenge did you overcome that seemed impossible at first? 

• What new skill, habit, or mindset did you build this year? 

• When did you show up for someone else in a meaningful way? 

• What’s something you learned about yourself as a leader, teammate, or person? 

(Tip: even small things, like a hard conversation, showing kindness on a tough day, or staying consistent, count as wins.) 

Step 3: The Gratitude Lens (2 minutes) 

• Who supported or inspired you in 2025? 

• What unexpected good thing happened that you didn’t plan for? 

• What brought you joy this year, big or small? 

Step 4: The Wins List (2 minutes) 

Now, make a quick list of 10 wins from 2025. 
These can be big (a completed project, certification, award) or small (a lesson learned, a new friendship, a personal breakthrough). By the time you hit #10, you’ll see how much you’ve accomplished, grown, and loved this year. 

Step 5: Close with Celebration (30 seconds) 

Read your Wins List back to yourself. Smile. You did all of that in just one year. 
Write one sentence starting with: “Because of 2025, I am stepping into 2026 with…” (confidence, wisdom, courage, hope, joy, whatever fits for you). 

From all of us at IPI, thank you for the dedication, effort, and heart you bring to your work every day. Your commitment to building stronger teams and better projects makes a difference not only in your organizations, but across our entire industry. As you step into 2026, carry forward the pride of all you accomplished this past year. We are honored to have you as part of our community, and we look forward to celebrating even more successes with you in the year ahead.