The Power of Showing Up: Building Momentum Before Year-End

Victoria Canham • 11 December 2024 • 2 min read

Victoria Canham Coaching: Person writing goals in a journal, symbolising year-end planning.

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” — Will Durant

The end of the year is approaching, and with it comes the temptation to hit pause. We tell ourselves, “I’ll do it up in January,” or “What difference will a few weeks make?”

But these last few weeks of the year are when real momentum is built.

Whether it’s finishing a project, starting a new habit, or simply staying consistent, what you do now sets the tone for next year. Think of this as your runway—how smoothly you take off in 2025 depends on the effort you put in today.

The Myth of Waiting for January

January doesn’t come with magical motivation - January is a man-made construct, albeit a very, very old one, there are no physical or hard stops on 31 December that reset everything. If you’re waiting for the new year to begin something, you’ll likely find yourself stuck in the same cycle. The energy of a fresh start only works if you’ve laid the groundwork.

Instead of waiting, ask yourself:

✳️ What small action can I take today that moves me forward?

✳️ How can I show up, even when no one’s watching?

Small steps taken consistently will always outpace big leaps delayed indefinitely.

Staying Intentional in the Christmas Rush

The Christmas season often pulls us in different directions, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But staying intentional doesn’t mean doing everything—it means doing what matters.

Here are three simple ways to stay on track:

Revisit your goals. Which ones can you still make progress on this year?

Set micro-goals. Break tasks into small, achievable steps.

Celebrate your wins. Recognise even the smallest progress—it fuels motivation.

Why This Time Matters

By showing up now, you’re telling yourself—and the world—that you’re committed. You’re not waiting for perfect conditions. You’re choosing growth, even in the messy, imperfect moments.

So, let’s finish this year strong. Keep showing up, and let the momentum carry you into January with confidence and clarity.

A Word of Wisdom

It's been another rollercoaster of the year for so many of us, so it is easy to ask "What's the point" or "What difference does it make", but that is a clue about your discipline in all areas of your life, because how you do anything is how you do everything. High performance takes showing up for yourself, your life and your career/ business- repeatedly! AKA discipline, consistency and repetition.

TAKE ACCOUNTABILITY, TAKE ACTION: Ready to stay consistent and intentional as the year ends? Let’s map out your next steps together. Book a complimentary discovery session.

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Victoria Canham - Your Performance Partner

Victoria is an ICF-accredited certified professional coach, who offers personalised performance coaching. With a background in change management and countless hours of professional coaching training and experience, I made the big switch to full-time coaching in 2020. I know what it is like to suddenly have the rug pulled out from under you while you're busy making other plans, as a result, I now help people like you to bounce back from adversity and major setbacks to emerge stronger and better than ever before. Our clients have transformed from feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges to confident, goal-driven individuals who navigate life's obstacles with ease. They've achieved their personal and professional objectives and embodied peak performance in all aspects of life. You too can experience this transformation. This is your moment. Your chance to take control, to choose growth over stagnation, achievement over inaction. This is your opportunity to prove to yourself that you're not defined by your challenges—you're defined by how you rise above them. Are you ready to transform your life and achieve peak performance?