Finish Strong — Leading with Energy and Encouragement
- Lee Bates

- Dec 15, 2025
- 1 min read
Every leader starts the year with big goals and high hopes. But finishing strong requires more than endurance—it requires intention. December is not just a time to wrap things up; it’s a time to refocus, reconnect, and reinforce what truly matters.
Too many leaders “power through” the final stretch, exhausted and ready for a break. Yet how you finish sets the tone for the year ahead. Galatians 6:9 reminds us, “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” Finishing strong isn’t just about hustle—it’s also about our heart. It’s about showing up fully present for your people and helping them see that what they do still matters.

Here are three ways to finish well:
Refocus your team. Bring everyone together to revisit your purpose. Remind them what you’ve accomplished and especially why your work matters.
Recognize contributions. Appreciation fuels perseverance. Be generous with praise, both privately and publicly.
Re-energize your culture. Close the year with gratitude and celebration—honoring faithfulness, not just results.
Finishing strong builds momentum for what’s next in 2026. Don’t let fatigue steal your influence—use this month to model resilience and joy.
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