How to make a plan for 2026 to fit your strengths, skills, energy, goals and values

How to make a plan for 2026 to fit your strengths, skills, energy, goals and values

Author: Rachel Spencer January 6, 2026 Duration: 33:57
Your pet business, Your way
BusinessAnimalsEntrepreneurshipFamilyKidsKids & FamilyMarketingPets

Are you feeling ready to make a plan for 2026 but not sure where to start?

Maybe you've got some big goals for the year ahead but it's the start of January and you're easing yourself in.

This podcast and blog is about making a plan that fits round you actually want to work, and what’s right for your life, your energy and your goals.

In the episode, I talk about the five things I believe you need to think about if you want to make a plan that works.

They are your strengths, skills, energy, goals and values.

I’ll take you through what each of those means, share how to figure them out for yourself, and walk you through some real-life examples to help you apply them to your own plan.

Key topics and timings:

0.20 - What to expect from this episode.

2.13 - Sponsor message - Pet Business Content Planner

3.20 - Giveaway details.

3.55 - Why planning matters and so many of us get it wrong.

4.55 - How we might look at a goal for our pets example.

6.02 - How to back yourself when you set a goal.

6.45 - Marathon example.

10.50 - Katie Gwilt planning story.

11.50 - Posting on social media regularly example.

17.08 - Backing yourself to make your goal a reality.

17.42 - Looking at matching a goal with strengths, skills, energy, goals and values.

18.30 - Defining strengths.

19.57 - Defining skills.

22.06 - Defining energy.

25.50 - Defining goals.

27.04 - Defining values.

31.54 - How these would apply for me.

32.56 - How to get in touch.

33.04 - Competition details.

Links mentioned:

Buy a 2026 planner or join the planner club: https://rachelspencer.co.uk/shop/

Further reading/listening:

Should you buy my 2026 Pet Business Content Planner

How to use the Pet Business Content Planner

How to create habits in your pet business you can stick to

Is my Pets Get Visible membership right for you?

How to choose the right pet business membership

Why community matters for you and your pet business


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.
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