Whether you're a solopreneur or you've got a large team and millions of dollars in revenue, this simple process can help you plan for 2026 in just a few hours. Get ready for your best year in business yet, with clarity and intention.

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CHAPTERS

(00:00:14) A Reliable Framework for Annual Planning
(00:02:13) How to Set the Right Kind of Goal and Plan for the Year
(00:08:15) System #1 to Reach Your Goal: Budget
(00:13:03) System #2 to Reach Your Goal: Scoreboard
(00:18:19) System #3 to Reach Your Goal: Scorecards
(00:21:13) System #4 to Reach Your Goal: Cadence
(00:24:18) What to Stop Doing & What to Do More Of In 2026
(00:27:59) The Importance of Personal Reflections Before a New Year

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