A New Year Pep Talk For VAs and OBMs

A New Year Pep Talk For VAs and OBMs

From Seed to Success by Adrienne Donnelly

January 1, 2026 · 23 min

About this episode

Adrienne Donnelly offers a reflective approach to goal setting for VAs and OBMs, emphasizing the importance of personal success and intentional planning for the new year.

This time of year can feel a bit strange. Everyone seems to be charging ahead with big goals and bold plans, while you might still be feeling tired, reflective, or unsure what you actually want next. If you’re a VA, OBM, or online service provider who wants your business to grow but not at the cost of your health, family, or flexibility, this episode is a gentle pause. A chance to slow things down and think about what you’re really building, not just what you feel like you should be working towards. In this episode, Adrienne Donnelly, guides you through a thoughtful approach to goal setting for 2026. Rather than rushing straight into new plans, Adrienne invites you to reflect on the year that’s been, define what success actually means for you, and choose goals that align with your current season of life. If you are wanting clarity, direction, and intention, without pressure or perfection, this episode is for you. You’ll hear about 🌱 Why reflecting on 2025 is just as important as planning for 2026 🌱 How to define success in a way that feels personal and realistic 🌱 Choosing a theme for the year to guide your decisions 🌱 Setting a small number of goals that match your capacity…

People in this episode

Host: Adrienne Donnelly

Topics covered

  • goal setting
  • reflection
  • business growth
  • work-life balance
  • intentional planning

Keywords

  • VA
  • OBM
  • goal setting
  • business growth
  • reflection
  • success
  • intentional planning

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