Why January Isn’t the Time to Push (and What to Do Instead)

Why January Isn’t the Time to Push (and What to Do Instead)

Author: Polly Lavarello January 9, 2026 Duration: 26:30

I’m talking about that weird January overwhelm, the kind that makes you want to crawl back under a blanket until March.

If you’ve been feeling resistance to getting started (even when you genuinely like your business), you’re not broken. You’re human, and it’s cold.

In this episode I share three simple reframes I’m using right now to get moving without turning January into a punishment month, plus a practical way to decide what actually matters this week, so you can make money and keep your nervous system intact.

Highlights:

(03:01) - The January whiplash, dreaming is fun, then you realise you have to do the thing

(06:17) - You’re your own boss, stop recreating corporate pressure with less support

(10:00) - “You’re not behind, you’re seasonal,” the permission slip you needed

(17:09) - The mental junk drawer method, dump the list, then pick what’s essential

(19:47) - Make January joyful on purpose, yes, even if it’s just coffee or a sauna

(24:05) - The client story that proves it, one year ago it felt impossible, now it’s her favourite offer

Join the FREE January workshop here: https://pollylavarello.lpages.co/live-workshop-jan-2026/


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Polly Lavarello, an evergreen marketing expert, hosts Make More Money without Selling Your Soul. This is for coaches, consultants, and online service providers who feel caught between the drive to grow their business and the need to maintain their personal integrity and wellbeing. Each episode explores that very tension, offering practical strategies for sustainable sales and marketing that don't rely on hype or pressure. You'll hear conversations that get into the real mechanics of attracting clients and generating revenue, all while prioritizing a balanced, ethical approach. Polly's guidance focuses on building a business that feels good to run, where financial success is aligned with your values. Tuning into this podcast means finding a reliable source for both tactical advice and mindful encouragement, designed for those who believe that ambition and authenticity aren't mutually exclusive. It’s about creating meaningful income without compromising the soul of your work.
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