We are officially stepping into a new year, and in this episode, I want to talk about how to make 2026 a year that actually feels different. Not just busier, not just louder, but more intentional, more impactful, and more aligned with what you really want from your business and your life.

I walk you through three specific shifts I believe make the biggest difference for entrepreneurs, especially pet care business owners who are scaling and carrying a lot of responsibility. These are changes I am actively focusing on myself, and they are rooted in time clarity, execution, and the courage to face hard things sooner instead of later.

This is not about setting vague resolutions or chasing more ideas. It is about focus, follow through, and creating real momentum by doing fewer things better.

Key Takeaways

• Why understanding where your time actually goes is foundational to growth

• How doing less, but executing better, creates faster and more sustainable results

• Why pushing hard conversations and difficult decisions into the future keeps you stuck

• How facing discomfort directly creates the biggest breakthroughs as a leader

If you are stepping into 2026 wanting real change, not just good intentions, this episode will help you reset your focus and choose where to apply your energy in a way that actually moves the needle.

If you want to learn more about how I support pet care business owners through growth and strategy, you can explore resources and case studies at dogcolaunch.com.

Thanks for being here, and I hope this episode helps you start the year with clarity and confidence.

Cheering you on.

-Michelle