May 2026

What are you proud of this year—and what’s one intention for next year?

Reflecting on past wins and future aspirations creates meaning and momentum. It’s a way to celebrate progress, learn from setbacks, and intentionally set the tone for what’s ahead.

In your 1:1:

Invite storytelling about a meaningful moment from the year.
Celebrate growth or resilience.
Help them set a “theme” or word for the new year.

Managers: Celebrate progress, then coach toward purpose. Use the performance management season to acknowledge your report’s growth and their outcomes. Highlight the actions or mindsets that contributed to their success. Then, help them shape next year’s goals with meaningful and actionable KRs.

Resources

✔️Performance Review Preparation – WSJ
✍️ Year-in-Review – HBR
🧠 Setting Intentions– Calm

Additional Check-in Questions:

🧠 AI Awareness

What have you heard or read recently about AI? Have you tried anything new with AI in your role? How is AI impacting your day-to-day work?

🔐 Security Pulse

What have you heard or read recently about cybersecurity? Are there any new security practices you are more mindful of?

☘️Campus Updates

Are there any campus communications that you would like clarity on? Have you heard anything interesting or important from across the University? Is there a program or project you think IT@ND should be aware of?