Be honest — have you ever ended a year thinking, "Next year has to be better than this one"?

You start every January with the best intentions. You tell yourself you'll be more organized, more productive, less stressed… maybe even carve out a little more time for yourself.

But then tax season rolls in, deadlines pile up, and before you know it, you're right back in the same cycle — overworked, stretched thin, and wondering where the year went.

If that sounds familiar, this week's episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast is for you.

In this episode I'm sharing why most accountants' planning methods don't actually work — and how to plan in a way that finally does.

Because here's the truth: if you want next year to feel different, you can't keep planning the same way. To-do lists and willpower aren't enough.

The secret to having an easier year isn't about working harder — it's about understanding how your brain works and creating clarity for your time, your energy, and your focus.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You start the year strong but lose control by spring.
• You rely on endless to-do lists that never seem to shrink.
• You feel like you're always reacting to what's urgent instead of focusing on what matters.
• You want to feel calmer and more in control next year — not just busier.
• You're ready to stop repeating the same stressful cycle and finally plan in a way that works with your brain.

If you've ever wanted next year to truly feel easier, this episode will show you how to make that happen.

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