In this episode, Ivy Slater chats with us about starting the new year with intention and clarity. Helping you step into 2026 refreshed, focused, and ready to make the most of new opportunities

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Ivy eases into the new year by actually taking a break, recharging over the holidays, and putting her health and energy at the top of the list so she can show up fully for her business.
• What a real-world SWOT(T) looks like, from naming your strengths and weaknesses to spotting opportunities, threats, and trends in your industry and life.
• When to break down your business into four core plans: financial, marketing, sales, and people, and audit what's working (and what's not) in each area.
• Why prioritizing health, joy, and happiness isn't fluffy—it's the fuel that lets you actually grow your business or career in a sustainable way.
• What kinds of questions to ask yourself at the start of the year, like what you want to be celebrating at the end of 2026, and what would make you genuinely proud?

Ivy Slater is a professionally certified business coach, speaker, best-selling author and podcast host. After owning and operating a 7-figure printing business, having been in the industry for 20 years, she started Slater Success which focuses on developing great leaders and facilitating business growth and expansion. Ivy holds masterminds and retreats with her private client base and corporate training on communication and strategic planning. She speaks nationwide on the topics of leadership, sustainable growth, relationships and sales.

Best Selling Author of From the Barre to the Boardroom

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