Every January, we make resolutions... But how many of them turn into lasting actions? Here is a 5-step guide to bringing your professional resolutions to life and making them last.

1. Clarify your goals

Formulate your resolutions in a precise and concrete manner.

• Example: Instead of saying ‘I want to be more organised,’ specify ‘I will plan my tasks every Monday morning for 15 minutes.’
  👉 A clear goal is easier to achieve than a vague intention

2. Start small, but be consistent.

Rather than aiming for a big change right away, commit to small, repeated actions.

• If your resolution is to ‘strengthen team bonds,’ establish a small weekly ritual: ten minutes at the beginning of the meeting to answer a light-hearted question (‘What was the highlight of your week?’). Gradually, you can then vary the questions to foster cohesion: ‘What small victory have you celebrated recently?’, ‘What learning or discovery has made an impression on you this week?’, ‘Who on the team has helped or inspired you lately?’...
  👉 These micro-rituals create a space for sharing, build trust and give everyone the opportunity to be recognised

3. Support each other

Share your resolutions with your colleagues. Mutual support boosts motivation.

• Example: a group of managers committed to fostering inclusion in the workplace can create a learning circle, in which each member reports on an initiative they have tested in their team.
  👉 The group becomes a shared learning space.

4. Measure your progress

Set simple KPIs to track your progress.

• For example, if your resolution is to ‘improve my communication skills’, note down one situation each week in which you practised active listening or rephrased a message to clarify a conversation.
  👉 This tracking makes your progress visible and encourages you to persevere.

5. Celebrate successes, even small ones.

Recognising each step taken builds confidence and motivates you to keep going.

• Example: congratulate yourself for establishing a ritual where every voice is heard at least once per meeting.
  👉 This micro-action promotes team engagement and cohesion