04 Feb In’s and Out’s for 2026
In this episode of the Empower House Podcast, I’m setting the tone for 2026 by getting really clear on what we’re leaving behind — and what we’re consciously choosing to take with us into the year ahead.
This isn’t about trends or performative goal setting. It’s about maturity, clarity, and building businesses (and lives) that actually support us. I’m sharing my personal 2026 in’s and out’s — from hustle culture, overcomplication, and people-pleasing, to purpose-led work, boundaries, financial literacy, and strategic growth.
If 2025 felt heavy, chaotic, or like you were doing “all the things” without the payoff, this episode is your permission slip to simplify, recommit, and lead differently in 2026.
What I cover in this episode:
What’s out for 2026:
- Hustle culture and burnout as a badge of honour.
- Using every tool and subscription instead of what actually works.
- Feeling alone in business.
- Saying yes when we really mean no.
- Being available 24/7.
- Undercharging and overdelivering.
- Worrying about what other people think.
- Waiting for permission or approval.
- Playing it safe.
- “90-day millionaire” and get-rich-quick promises.
- Going with the flow instead of having a plan or structure.
- Competition that actively hinders others.
- The “I’m bad at maths so I’m bad at money” narrative.
- “I don’t have time” as a default excuse.
- “I wish I could…” energy instead of action.
- Using AI unchecked and losing our brand voice to generic output.
What’s in for 2026:
- Working with purpose and intention.
- Simplified tech that actually supports scale.
- No-pressure networking that genuinely fills our cup.
- Boundaries that say yes to us first.
- Clear work time and real rest time.
- Charging — and knowing — our worth.
- Shining unapologetically and putting ourselves out there.
- Backing ourselves fully.
- Going all in on our dreams.
- Legacy building through 12 months of focused dedication to one idea.
- Strong foundations, big-picture goals, and weekly KPIs.
- Collaboration and being genuinely helpful.
- Financial literacy and confidence with money.
- Scheduling our real priorities.
- Strategic, intentional launches.
- Educated, thoughtful use of AI as a tool — not a replacement for our voice.
This episode is an invitation to choose clarity over chaos, intention over noise, and long-term sustainability over short-term wins. 2026 doesn’t need to be louder — it needs to be cleaner, calmer, and more aligned.
If this episode resonates with you, I’d love to hear what you’re leaving behind — and what you’re committing to for 2026. Come and connect with me on Instagram @empower.house and let’s set the tone together.
Links + Resources
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Empower House Podcast
The podcast where we’re talking business, entrepreneurship, habits, mindset, and sharing real life stories. I’ve been hosting my networking event the Brunch Club, featuring incredible speakers for 7 years, now I’m bringing the Brunch Club experience (and more) to your ears.
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Hosted by Lauren Bryant, multi-award winning small business specialist, founder of Empower House, and The Brunch Club events, Business Club mentor, twin mum, and coffee enthusiast.