Why You Need a CEO Day

Do you ever sit down at the end of the day and think, “I was busy all day… but I don’t feel like I actually moved the business forward”? I know that feeling—because I’ve lived it. If you’re anything like me, your calendar is full, your inbox never stops, and everyone seems to need a decision from you right now. It starts to feel like your business is running you instead of the other way around.

In this episode of Grit and Growth Business, I’m talking directly to that version of you—the one who’s tired of reacting, tired of putting out fires, and tired of hoping things will magically slow down. I share why my CEO Day became the weekly reset that helped me step out of chaos and back into intentional leadership. This isn’t about chasing another New Year’s resolution that fades in a few weeks. I explain how clarity, margin, and simple, actionable planning are what actually create momentum as we head into 2026. I walk you through how I started small, how I decide what truly matters each week, and how I worked through the guilt of stepping away from the day-to-day so I could think and lead again.

Last week, in Episode 31, “From Burnout to Boundaries,” I shared how exhaustion hides in plain sight—and how it slowly drains your energy and your business. This episode builds on that, showing you how protected thinking time becomes the bridge between setting boundaries and actually growing. I also break down the practical systems that help me stay focused without micromanaging—things like weekly standups, point captains, and asynchronous communication—so the team stays aligned and I’m not stuck reacting all day. If you’ve been craving space to think, clarity to lead, and permission to stop carrying everything on your shoulders, this episode is for you. It’s the moment where we stop reacting… and start leading with intention again.

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Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to Grit and Growth Business Live
00:15 The Importance of Clarity Over Resolutions
01:01 Introducing the CEO Day Template
02:11 The One Habit That Separates Struggling Owners from Scaling Leaders
03:48 Why 2026 Will Reward Prepared Business Owners
05:04 Three Truths for Winning in 2026
07:27 Addressing Common Concerns About CEO Days
14:02 How to Plan an Effective CEO Day
15:44 Focusing on Key Outcomes
15:53 Coaching and Developing Your Team
16:18 Reviewing and Improving Systems
16:48 Regrouping and Reviewing Growth Plans
17:11 Managing Your Energy
18:29 Addressing Team Independence
23:09 Overcoming CEO Day Challenges
28:07 Final Thoughts and Announcements

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