As the year comes to a close, many business owners are quietly carrying disappointment, pride, resilience and unanswered questions, often all at once.

In this honest solo episode of The Joy Work Show, Diane reflects on a year that didn’t go to plan, sharing her own experience of setting big goals, navigating unexpected health challenges, and redefining what success really looks like.

From aiming for 100 podcast episodes and closing the year at 84, to celebrating over 24,000 downloads, Diane explores what it means to adapt without giving up, to honour progress that isn’t always visible, and to close the year with integrity rather than hustle.

This episode is for you if:

• the year didn’t unfold the way you expected
• you’re feeling reflective, tender or quietly proud
• you want to end the year honestly, without forcing a strong finish
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A grounding conversation about adaptation, resilience, joy and the courage to end the year differently.

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Takeaways

• You're allowed to end your year differently than planned.
• The gap between expectation and reality is often overlooked.
• Consistency can look different for everyone and still be successful.
• Invisible progress is still progress, even if unrecognized by others.
• Adaptation to circumstances is a sign of leadership, not failure.
• Reflecting on the year helps in setting clearer goals for the future.
• It's important to acknowledge what the year taught you, even if it wasn't what you expected.
• Ambition should be balanced with compassion for oneself.
• Every listener and client matters, no matter the numbers.
• Planning for the new year should come from a place of self-awareness.