This year I decided to celebrate New Year's Eve in a small circle instead of as planned at the famous Berlin club Berghain. 

Well, many friends tried to convince me to join. It's not that Berghain isn't appealing or that big parties don't have their own charm. They offer a vibrant energy and a unique atmosphere. 

So you might wonder why i skipped?
This time I realized that my priorities are different. Its not that one option is better than the other - more that we should consciously decide for or against certain life situations.
As leaders, we often focus on the needs of our team, but sometimes forget to look at our own needs.

I think we should direct our lives towards personal responsibility. We need to look out for ourselves, reflect on our needs and act accordingly. 
The decisions we make in our private lives also have an impact on our professional lives. 
This year, I was more in the mood for a quiet, more intimate dinner with people I feel connected to. So that i...