How to become a person who plans (without changing your personality)

How to become a person who plans (without changing your personality)

Author: Rachel Spencer January 20, 2026 Duration: 22:43

Would you love to become the kind of person who plans?

Are you fed up of feeling like you have so much going on that you can't keep up, and like the idea of a more calm way of working?

The good news is that you don't need to have a complete personality overhaul to become more organised.

It's something you can build on one step at a time.

In this podcast episode you'll learn why planning is helpful along with some stats to support the impact it has on your performance.

Plus pet business examples on ways they plan to support their work and feel less overwhelmed.

Key topics and timings:

0.20 - Episode overview.

0.30 - The feeling of overwhelm people are experiencing.

1.05 - What the Pet Business Content Planner is and how it can help with becoming a person who plans.

2.20 - Why planning is challenging and how it might take a few attempts to get started.

2.50 - The reasons people say they can’t plan.

3.30 - The importance of being seen.

3.50 - Why planning isn’t a personality trait but a habit that you can do, just like brushing your teeth.

4.30 - Setting yourself up for success with planning.

5.10 - Client example - Louise from Studio44Pilates and her tracker.

6.30 - Why it’s important to put your business out there as an ethical pet pro.

9.02 - Why habit tracking works.

9.30 - How writing down your goals helps.

10.37 - How the Generation Effect works.

12.15 - Creating the right environment to plan.

14.03 - Gamification and how that helps with planning.

15.34 - Why monthly planning works better than bigger goals.

16.03 - The fresh start effect and how the planner can support you.

17.54 - Why it’s not about being a perfect planner and how all you need to do it keep coming back.

18.34 - Starting small with 5 simple ways to be a person who plans.

21.12 - Why you don’t wake up one day as an amazing planner, but you can become a person who plans.

21.43 - How to get a copy of the Planner, join the Planner Club and win a stay at Sunnyside Cottage or a year of support.

Links mentioned in this episode:

James Clear - Atomic Habits

Studio44Pilates Habit Tracker: https://mailchi.mp/f755bf536962/mymonthonthemat

Kerry Whitney from Frankys Bowtique fitness progress page: https://www.instagram.com/kerry_9whitney

Mel Robbins podcast: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-358/

Related posts:

How to create habits as a pet professional

The importance of looking back to see how far you’ve come

Is my Pets Get Visible membership right for you?

What is The Planner Club and should you join

How to use the Pet Business Content Planner

Should you buy my Pet Business Content Planner


There's a persistent myth in the pet industry that success requires a rigid, one-size-fits-all formula. Your Pet Business, Your Way exists to dismantle that idea entirely. Hosted by Rachel Spencer, a journalist and accredited coach with deep roots in this world, this podcast is a conversation for pet professionals-groomers, trainers, walkers, product makers-who feel exhausted by generic marketing advice and industry trends that clash with their personal values and lifestyle. Rachel brings her background as a mentor and author to frank discussions about building a sustainable enterprise that doesn't demand you sacrifice your family time, your sanity, or your unique voice. Episodes delve into practical strategies for marketing, client relationships, and entrepreneurship, but always through the lens of your individual circumstances. You'll hear from Rachel directly, as well as insights from others navigating the same path, focusing on how to grow a business that genuinely fits around your life, whether that involves kids, other passions, or simply a desire for more autonomy. This isn't about following a rulebook; it's about writing your own. Tune in for a refreshingly realistic take on creating a pet business that thrives on your terms, making this podcast a trusted resource for anyone who believes their love for animals and their personal ambitions can truly coexist.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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