CATCH YOUR BREATH
You’ve done a lot of work. Congratulations!
Now it’s time to slow down a bit.
We all know how the story of the Tortoise and the Hair ends—slow and steady wins the race. Any high-functioning team knows that taking a break and taking stock of progress is just as important as sprinting toward the finish line.
Take some time to recharge and reflect on all you’ve done. Practice some self-care:
Reconnect with friends and family
Partake in some hobbies
Get out and talk to people (about something OTHER than your campaign!)
Read
Watch a movie
… you get the idea
While you’re in recharge mode, revisit the Key Performance Indicators you created in Step 3. Are you on track with where you thought you’d be at this point? What do you need to change, if anything, to course correct?
If something needs to pivot or adjust, make a plan to do so now and share it with your Chapter.
When we step away from our work, we often come back more motivated and energized than ever. This is the time to do it, because: