Welcome back to the first episode for 2026.

This episode I am touching on a few things around 2025 - what went well and what I am focussing on for 2026.

Then I want to dive into the biggest thing I want everyone in business to get better with in 2026 - cashflow.

A few years ago, I was in so much financial stress that I couldn't pay my tax obligations. I'd left a toxic relationship, I was focused on keeping my kids housed and fed, and my business just wasn't making enough.

For two years, I couldn't pay my BAS. The ATO debt piled up. And the shame and stress of it was crushing.

I engaged a business coach to help me learn how to manage my cashflow better. Learning cashflow forecasting changed everything. Not just my business - my entire life.

In this episode, I'm getting really vulnerable about my financial struggles and sharing the exact system that helped me take back control. I also talk about what I'm leaving behind in 2026 - comparison, guilt, people's expectations, the pressure to do it all, overcommitting, the idea of being busy, self-doubt, and perfectionism.

We dive into:

• My personal story of financial stress and ATO debt
• Why cashflow forecasting is a game-changer
• What needs to change from 2025 to 2026
• The things we ALL need to leave behind this year

If you've ever felt financially overwhelmed in your business, or like you're just surviving instead of thriving, this episode is for you.

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