10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before the New Year

Visualization can feel a bit “out there,” but it’s a secret weapon used by top athletes like Michael Phelps and LeBron James to focus on their future goals. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt leads a guided visualization exercise designed to help you reconnect with your dreams, clarify your goals, and step into the future you’ve been waiting for. Whether you’re new to visualization or already a fan, this is your moment to dream big for 2025.Key TakeawaysVisualization Works: Top performers use it to create the future they want.Your Focus Shapes Your Path: Life follows the direction of your thoughts—so focus on what you do want.Start Small: Begin by visualizing the week ahead, then dream bigger for the year to come.Gratitude Anchors Growth: Ground yourself in thankfulness to fuel your forward momentum.ResourcesYour Best Year EverWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/8CmoOsSlNvwThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

The holiday season is here, and with it comes packed schedules and mounting demands. In this solo episode, host Marissa Hyatt shares her four-step framework for performing a calendar triage that clears your schedule, reduces stress, and makes space for what matters most.Key TakeawaysCut the Inessential: Say goodbye to unnecessary meetings and obligations.Defer When Possible: Push non-urgent tasks into the new year.Batching is Your Friend: Group similar tasks together for peak productivity.Protect Self-Care: Prioritize sleep, exercise, and downtime to stay healthy and energized.ResourcesIdeal Week Template: fullfocus.co/idealweekWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/x4VmPXBWM_MThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode of Focus on This, Marissa and Ken dive into 10 thought-provoking questions to help you reflect on the past year and prepare for an intentional and successful 2025. From identifying what made you feel most like yourself to dreaming big for the future, these questions are designed to inspire clarity and action as you wrap up the year.Whether you prefer journaling, a reflective date night, or a meaningful family conversation, these prompts will guide you toward a more focused, purposeful new year.Key TakeawaysReflect on the Past to Celebrate and Learn. Looking back helps identify your wins, lessons, and what truly mattered most.Clarify What (and Who) Matters Most. Define the people, priorities, and activities that align with your values and energize you.Let Go and Make Room for Growth. Release habits, beliefs, or clutter that no longer serve you to create space for what’s next.Dream Boldly and Act Intentionally. Imagine your best year yet and take concrete steps to make it happen, guided by clarity and purpose.ResourcesFull Focus PlannerWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/uNekuoX8kEkThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Marissa and Ken discuss four powerful actions to help you finish the year strong and set the stage for a successful 2025. They’ll help you narrow your focus, turn experience into a plan, power the energy you need—and use it all to start dreaming big for 2025.Key TakeawaysDefine Your One Thing: Simplify by focusing on one impactful goal for the rest of the year. Choose a goal with a "domino effect" that will positively influence other areas in 2025.Stop and Recalibrate: Conduct an After Action Review with the KISS method (Keep, Improve, Start, Stop) to reflect on the past few months and prioritize what matters most.Protect Time to Connect: Connect with the people who matter most to you and with yourself to give you the energy you need to finish well this year.Start Dreaming for Next Year: Open your mind to possibilities in 2025. Suspend limiting beliefs and allow yourself to think big. Listen to learn the question that unlocks possibility.ResourcesYour Best Year Ever Live!Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/mRQbAktDVWoThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Marissa and Ken dive into the universal experience of missing a goal, showing why even the most driven people face setbacks. They share strategies for navigating the emotions that come with falling short and explain how to turn those moments into valuable growth opportunities. If you're ready to see missed goals as fuel for resilience and progress, this episode is for you.Key TakeawaysRecognize You’re Not Alone: Everyone misses goals, even the most successful people. Give yourself grace and take a breath.Let Regret Be Your Teacher: Instead of dwelling on the loss, use regret to reconnect with what matters and fuel future efforts.Use the After Action Review: Assess your approach by asking what worked, what didn’t, and what you can do differently next time.Commit to Dreaming Again: Embrace the courage to set new goals, knowing that setbacks are stepping stones in your journey.ResourcesYour Best Year Ever Live Event | January 3-4 |  fullfocus.co/bestyeareverWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/zCmzjzXmZt4This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Marissa and Ken reveal the four most common reasons people abandon their goals and share strategies to overcome each one. They discuss practical ways to reignite motivation, stay realistic, beat overwhelm, and find the support needed to pursue what matters.Key TakeawaysLack of Motivation: Goals without personal meaning are easy to abandon. Reflect on why the goal matters to stay inspired.Unrealistic Expectations: Expecting too much, too quickly can lead to burnout. Set achievable steps, celebrate progress, and be kind to yourself.Overwhelmed by Complexity: Big goals can seem daunting. Break them down into manageable steps, focusing on progress over perfection.Lack of Support: Pursuing a goal alone can be isolating. Build a support system or find an accountability partner to help you stay on track.ResourcesDouble Win Coaching | fullfocus.co/strategyWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/qlc4kTMa1m4This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

​​In this Halloween-themed episode, Marissa and Ken explore the four fears that might be quietly undermining your success. They discuss why fear is normal (and designed to keep us safe), but also how it can lead to inaction if left unchecked. They break down why these four fears are so pervasive—and what you can do to overcome them.Key TakeawaysFear of Failure: If we’re scared to fail, we’ll be scared to try. Normalizing failure can be the key to progress.Fear of Letting People Down: Overcommitting can lead to burnout. Setting healthy boundaries starts with self-awareness.Fear of the Unknown: It’s natural to crave control, but true growth happens when you embrace uncertainty and focus on what you can control.Fear of Success: Success can be intimidating if you believe it will change how others see you. Define success on your own terms to stay grounded.ResourcesBoundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John TownsendCodependent No More by Melody BeattieFull Focus Planner CommunityWatch this on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/4FsCkU3MMDMThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Marissa and Ken explore the three key changes you need to embrace this autumn to end the year on a high note. To manage the end-of-year chaos, they explore how to move from burnout to balance, embrace "good enough" over perfection, and end the drift so you can design your days with intention.Key TakeawaysBattling Burnout. You have permission to slow down. (It’s what Mother Nature is telling us to do.) “Good Enough” is Good Enough. Don’t make it perfect. Make it done.Design, or You’ll Drift. If you don’t take control of your time, it will disappear. Now more than ever, you need to be intentional with your calendar.ResourcesThe Miracle Morning by Hal ElrodFocus on This Facebook CommunityWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/wcQeC5e8x90This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Everybody’s talking about it—and in this episode, Ken and Marissa join the AI conversation, exploring how you can leverage AI to power your goal success. From idea generation to staying on track with your goals, AI can be your secret weapon for faster, smarter results. They cover tips on how to get the best output from Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and introduce specific strategies for leveraging AI’s help to reach your goals. Whether you’re new to AI or use it every day, this episode offers actionable steps to level-up your AI application.Key TakeawaysAI for Idea Generation: Use AI to brainstorm creative goal ideas and strategies, whether related to health, finances, or personal development.Refining Goals: Learn how to make your goals SMARTER (Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Risky, Time-bound, Exciting, and Relevant) using AI prompts.Next Steps and Rewards: Discover how AI can generate personalized next steps and rewards to keep you motivated.Overcoming Obstacles: Get AI-powered solutions for staying unstuck and overcoming challenges along your goal achievement journey.ResourcesYour Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt (book)ChatGPT (AI tool)This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Boundaries might seem confining, but they are an indispensable tool for maximizing our contribution and stewarding our energy. After a brief hiatus, Ken is back, and in this episode, the duo discuss four essential boundaries that can help you stay focused, protect your time, and prioritize what matters most. Implementing the practical tools and insights explored in this episode can help you reset and reclaim the balance your life is missing.Key TakeawaysWhy boundaries are essential for success and happinessHow a workday startup and shutdown ritual can help prevent overworkThe importance of saying no to urgent, less important work to focus on your highest contributionHow to distance yourself from negative relationships while encouraging positivityThe impact of saying no to late nights and prioritizing rest for better productivityResourcesEssential Daily Rituals to Transform Your Life (free download)The One Thing by Gary Keller (book)Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson (book)The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod (book)Watch this video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/HhwGPxINs2oThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW SoundSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.