Welcome to a brand new year and a brand new season of the Clarity to CEO podcast! I’m your host, Philippa Channer, and I’m thrilled to be kicking off 2026 not only with new energy—but with a renewed purpose and identity for the show.
If you’ve been with me for a while, you’ll notice a shift. This podcast has evolved from Marketing 101 for solopreneurs into something deeper and more strategic. As my work with Channer Consulting has grown, so has this community. So I’m proud to welcome you into a space that’s now fully focused on helping growth-minded women entrepreneurs move from clarity to confidence, and from chaos to strategy, as the true CEOs of their businesses.
This January, we’re launching a new series on vision and annual planning—and in today’s episode, we begin with the essential question: What are you actually building toward?
⏱ Timestamps & Segments
(00:00) New Year, New Name: Welcome to Clarity to CEO
I share why this podcast is evolving and what you can expect from this new season of deeper, strategy-driven conversations for women ready to lead with clarity.
(02:00) Why Your Vision Matters More Than Goals
Most entrepreneurs either set vague goals or stay stuck in the weeds. Without a clear, aligned vision, it’s impossible to lead effectively.
Action Step: Reflect on the life you want your business to support—and the impact you want to make.
(03:45) A Vision Is a Destination, Not a Checklist
Your vision isn’t just a quarterly goal list. It’s a picture of the future you’re building—for your clients, your family, and yourself.
Action Step: Ask yourself: What do I want my business to feel like, not just achieve?
(05:00) Think Alignment, Not Just Ambition
More isn’t always better. Alignment with your energy, strengths, and capacity is what creates sustainable growth.
Action Step: Define how many clients you want to serve, what kind of work lights you up, and what your ideal day looks like.
(06:30) Make It Tangible with the Vision Story Method
Write a narrative from your future self. Imagine it’s December 26, 2026—and you’re reflecting on a year you’re proud of.
Action Step: Describe your schedule, income, clients, launches, and how you feel in your business. Revisit it monthly.
(08:30) Use Your Vision to Filter Opportunities
Clarity makes decision-making easier. Not everything is a yes.
Action Step: Ask: Does this opportunity align with where I’m going? Would future me take this on?
(09:45) Don’t Hide Your Vision—Anchor It
Your vision isn’t meant to be tucked away in a drawer. Make it a living document that informs how you plan, market, and lead.
Action Step: Keep your vision visible and use it to guide your content, offers, and calendar.
👋 Wrapping Up & Looking Ahead
Thank you for beginning 2026 with me. You’re not just running a business—you’re building a legacy. And that begins with a bold, aligned vision.
Next week, we’ll zoom way out to look at your 10-year vision and how to reverse-engineer it into your 12-month strategy. I’ll show you how to move from big dreams to real action—without burning out.
If you’re ready to put your vision into motion, I’d love to work with you inside the Entrepreneur Incubator or see you at the Content Clarity Canvas Workshop on January 22nd. Both are designed to help you start the year with strategy and clarity.
Until next week, stay rooted in your vision—and as always, keep shining.
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