The New Year offers a fresh start—an invitation to dream, prioritise, and act. Transformative change and sustainable growth don’t happen overnight; they’re the result of consistent effort and intentional action. Building and scaling your business, life, and everything in between is a continuous journey, not a single leap. But with the right plan and the right people by your side, you can amplify your impact and accelerate progress. 

If you’ve ‘fallen’ into the new year wondering how on earth you got here, and you’re yet to make a plan, take a deep breath—you’re in the right place. If you’re unsure where to begin, grab your phone, pen, and paper, and try these steps: 

Set Your Goals

Find a quiet moment to reflect on what you want to achieve. Write, sketch, or type out your goals for the next three months, twelve months, and three years. Keep it simple but intentional. These goals will be your roadmap, helping you stay grounded and focused. 

Map Your Week

Take seven pieces of paper and label each one with a day of the week. Write out all the tasks and commitments that fill your days—farm/work, admin, cleaning, food prep, exercise, self-care, and rest. This process helps you see where your time is going and highlights opportunities to carve out space for what matters most: your wellbeing, your business growth, and your relationships. (I like to repurpose unused pages from my trusty Collins diary for this exercise—it’s an easy way to keep everything structured.) 

Engage Your Network

Connection is key. Reach out to your mentor or someone you admire who’s further along in their journey. Start the year by sending them a genuine Happy New Year message and inviting them for coffee or dinner. A single conversation with the right person can spark new ideas and give you clarity on your next steps. 

As you move through January, remember that success doesn’t come from grand gestures but from the small, consistent actions that align with your vision. Take it one step at a time, check in with yourself often, and lean into the support of your tribe.  Your tribe is more than a network; it’s your foundation of mentors, collaborators, and cheerleaders. They bring accountability, perspective, and encouragement as you navigate the build and scale of your business, life, and ‘the blur’ in between.

There’s no way to sugarcoat it; 2024 was brutal, but 2025 is a blank canvas—yours to create. Planning and prioritising might feel overwhelming at first, but these steps will anchor you. Remember, you don’t have to do it all at once, and you’re not in this alone.

Here’s to a year of growth, connection, and purpose. Let’s build, scale, and navigate the blur together.