Reflect and Plan 2026

About this episode

Kate discusses strategic reflection and planning for 2026, providing actionable steps for leaders.

Kate kicks off the new year with a strategic reflection and planning process for 2026. The episode includes actionable steps and a workbook (link below) to help leaders enhance their effectiveness, with practical tools for weekly touch points, team discussions, personal leadership plans, and creating a shock-absorbent leadership approach. The episode aims to help leaders cultivate clarity, care, and curiosity, and ultimately, a more impactful and adaptable leadership style in 2026. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Reflecting and Planning for 2026 00:55 Introduction and Setting Up for Success 01:01 Linda the Bad Manager: A Lesson in Self-Awareness 02:24 The Reality of January for Leaders 03:21 A Fresh Strategic Model for 2026 Planning 06:26 The Three Rooms Model 07:56 Setting Intentions, Not Resolutions 09:24 Planning Through the Lens of Energy 10:44 Designing Your Year with Leadership Touch Points 11:43 Planning with Your Team 12:59 Creating a One Page Personal Leadership Plan 13:53 Planning for the Unexpected 14:48 Day One, Week One Action List 15:38 Closing Reflections and Final Thoughts Useful links: The Reflect & Plan Workbook The Digital Academy Online Course Free Resources and…

People in this episode

Host: Kate Waterfall Hill

Topics covered

• strategic planning
• leadership
• self-awareness
• team discussions
• personal development
• adaptability

Keywords

• leadership
• planning
• 2026
• self-awareness
• team
• personal leadership
• strategic model

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