✨ Align Your Goals & Actions for a Breakthrough Year

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visit voltagecontrol.com View in browser Monthly Newsletter Finding Alignment in 2025 – A Blueprint for Success As January wraps up, many of us reflect on resolutions that may already feel out of reach. Often, this stems from misalignment—between our goals and resources or our ambitions and actions. Alignment is the key to turning fleeting resolutions into sustainable growth, whether personally, professionally, or organizationally.   Reflection is the first step toward alignment, helping us assess what worked, what didn't, and where our opportunities lie. From there, we explore tools to better identify priorities, clarify our vision, and guide us toward creating roadmaps that blend flexibility and structure. These practices, paired with dynamic prioritization, ensure we focus on what truly matters while staying adaptable to change.   Alignment isn't about perfection—it's about creating harmony between our aspirations and actions. By fostering alignment, we can build momentum, maximize impact, and set the stage for long-term success.   Discover how to align your vision, actions, and resources to make this your most productive year yet. Read More   Announcement: The application deadline for our Facilitation Certification Spring cohort is March 17th.   APPLY TODAY FACILITATION ACTIVITY OF THE MONTH Focus Finder: A Tool for Clarity and Alignment One practical way to achieve alignment is through the Focus Finder, a structured template designed to surface priorities and clarify focus. The Focus Finder breaks down the process into four quadrants: Where would you like to go? Envision your desired destination or outcomes. What's holding you back? Identify obstacles, challenges, and barriers. Who inspires or supports you? List individuals, teams, or role models who can guide or assist you. What do you have? Take inventory of assets, strengths, and resources. The process begins with brainstorming and inventorying options within each quadrant. From there, the focus narrows as you identify one to three key elements in each category. This creates a shortlist of priorities that align with your vision and resources.   We like this exercise because it's versatile. It can be used individually or as a team exercise, fostering dialogue and collective alignment. By combining individual insights with group discussions, the tool amplifies its impact, uncovering hidden synergies and opportunities.   When used regularly, the Focus Finder becomes a catalyst for growth. It transforms abstract goals into actionable priorities, helping individuals and teams move forward with clarity and confidence. Download the Template OVERHEARD IN THE COMMUNITY Reflecting on 2024  This month in the Hub, the conversation is buzzing! 🎉 We welcomed 27+ new members to our growing network of facilitators! 💡 Joanne sought insights on using Butter, a tool for running highly collaborative sessions. 🔥 Greg sparked a lively discussion by asking for everyone's favorite warm-up exercises. 💰 Sarah turned to the community for advice on pricing workshops. 🎙️ Melvin shared a must-listen episode of the Think Fast, Talk Smart podcast, which inspired a wave of thoughtful conversations. The Hub is the place to connect, learn, and share with facilitation pros just like you. Don't miss out—join the conversation (it's free)!   Join the Community   LAST CALL FOR THE SUMMIT 2025   "I walked in as a facilitator, but I left as a changemaker." -Summit attendee  A facilitator's toolkit is always evolving, and the best growth happens in community. Next month, the Facilitation Lab Summit returns to Austin—bringing together professionals of all skill levels to connect, learn, and leave better prepared for the work ahead.   Join us February 11-12 for two transformative days of inspiration, collaboration, and hands-on learning. Participate in interactive workshops, engage with a vibrant community of facilitators, and gain valuable insights from expert leaders. Grab Your Tickets Forward this email to a friend! Voltage Control is a facilitation academy that develops leaders through facilitation certifications, workshops, and events. Today's leaders are confronted with unprecedented uncertainty and complex change. Navigating this uncertainty requires a systemic facilitative approach to gain clarity and chart pathways forward. We prepare today's leaders for now and what's next. Courses Workshops Certifications Events Downloads Blog Voltage Control, 2028 E Benwhite Blvd. #240-9125, Austin, TX 78741, USA Unsubscribe Manage preferences