I don't know about you, but I love starting the new year feeling fresh, especially after the chaos of the holidays, travel, and family events. That reset feeling is real, and it's the perfect time to map out your content strategy for the year ahead.

If you're building a brand, whether you're a blogger, influencer, or full‑time creator, 2026 will not be the year you succeed by winging it. The content landscape is evolving, and the creators who grow will be the ones who combine creativity with intentional, audience-focused strategy.

In this episode, I'm sharing the six strategic shifts every content creator needs to thrive in 2026.

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• 01:10 - Content Strategy for 2026: Key Elements
• 02:25 - Video Content Dominance: The Future is Visual
• 05:11 - The Power of Storytelling in Content Creation
• 07:07 - SEO in Social Media: Adapting to New Trends
• 10:27 - Building Community Connections
• 15:32 - Going Deeper with Your Audience
• 18:58 - Leveraging AI for Content Creation
• 25:34 - Consistency and Content Creation Tips
• 31:04 - Metrics and Accessibility in 2026

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• CEO Report
• Boldfluence

What actually moved the needle for influencers in the last year? For this episode, I asked four incredible content creators to share the one thing that made the biggest difference in their businesses last year.

From shifting mindsets to embracing imperfection, these creators opened up about the real strategies that worked (not just the highlight reel stuff). You'll hear from:

• Nina Clapperton, who stopped holding back and doubled her sales
• Megan Hastings, who stopped treating her blog like a business and started treating it like a tool
• Nadalie Bardo, who finally built a website worthy of her brand
• Elizabeth from Country Peony, who leaned all the way into joy

Listen in as they share honest, behind-the-scenes insights that you can take into 2026.

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She Knows SEO — Nina Clapperton

A Dash of Meg Nut — Megan Hastings

Your Pin Coach — Nadalie Bardo

The Country Peony — Elizabeth

This episode is your invitation to breathe, reflect, and rest. As we wrap up the year, I'm keeping it short and heartfelt. I wanted to pause and thank you for being a part of this community, even if all you've done is listen. That matters so much. In this solo episode, I'm sharing what I'm celebrating from 2025, what didn't go as planned, and how I'm redefining what success looks like for me moving into 2026.

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• 00:19 - Holiday Greetings and Community Appreciation
• 01:10 - Celebrating Achievements of the Year
• 02:50 - Personal Reflections and Lessons Learned
• 03:40 - Looking Ahead to 2026
• 06:02 - Encouragement for the New Year

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• Boldfluence
• Get Rich, Lucky Bitch by Denise Duffield-Thomas

If you sprint through your creative business all year, it's easy to end the year without a single moment to catch your breath. It's even easier to roll into January 1 with another checklist and no real clarity on what actually worked.

Before 2026 begins, you're invited to hit the reset button with one powerful tool I use every single year: the CEO Report. Whether you print it, use it in Canva, or save it to your iPad for digital notes, this report walks you through a complete business and content audit.

It's part analytics, part reflection, part vision-casting, plus it will change the way you show up in your business next year.

Let's break it down.

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• 00:14 - Importance of the CEO Report
• 02:14 - Data Analysis and Platform Performance
• 03:20 - Income Analysis and Strategy Evaluation
• 05:20 - Reflecting on Goals and Content Review
• 09:04 - Exploring Opportunities for Growth
• 12:55 - Incorporating Life Goals into Business Planning
• 16:11 - Vision Casting and Progress Assessment
• 19:21 - Writing a Letter to Your Future Self

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• The CEO Report
• Boldfluence

You know that feeling of sitting down on January 1st to a blank screen and messy desk? Not this year.

This year, we're trading chaos for clarity. If you're an influencer or content creator, the beginning of the year can either feel like a blank slate of possibility or a looming wall of overwhelm. With a little prep, you can turn that pressure into a plan. I'm sharing my personal method for cleaning up your workspace, resetting your mindset, and building a content series that sets the tone for the rest of the year.

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• 00:51 - Starting the New Year Strong
• 01:35 - Cleaning and Organizing Your Space
• 02:59 - Reward Yourself with a New Planner
• 03:27 - The Cozy Post Club
• 04:30 - Planning Your January Content Series
• 07:41 - Join Boldfluence for 2026 Success

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• Ask Bree
• Boldfluence
• Cozy Post

Have you ever sat down to write and suddenly the screen goes blank, the ideas vanish, and you start wondering: Does anybody even care what I write? I think we've all been there. In this episode, I'm helping you break free from that fear and build a system so you never run out of ideas and you always know what to write.

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• 00:44 - Overcoming Writer's Block
• 01:42 - Engaging with Your Audience
• 02:40 - Content Pillars: The Foundation of Your Blog
• 06:54 - Leveraging Audience Feedback
• 09:37 - Planning Seasonal Content
• 11:52 - Mastering Keyword Research
• 15:55 - Creating a Content Calendar

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• Boldfluence
• Keysearch
• Episode 62: How to Batch Blog Posts with Bree Pair
• Cozy Post

Is rest part of your business strategy? As creators, it can feel terrifying to step away, especially when your income, audience, and algorithm seem to demand your constant attention. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to plan a real break from content creation without losing progress.

We're talking through the fears, the realities, and the six-step plan you need to unplug guilt-free during the holidays (and beyond). I share my own rest rhythms, the mindset shifts that keep me from burnout, and how we can be leaders by modeling boundaries and balance.

By the end of this episode, you'll have a concrete plan to take time off, stay present with your people, and return more energized than ever.

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• 00:00 - The Importance of Unplugging
• 01:26 - Addressing Fears of Taking Time Off
• 03:02 - Personal Experiences and Examples
• 05:27 - Permission to Rest and Planning
• 10:21 - The Cozy Post Club
• 11:37 - Modeling Healthy Boundaries for Your Audience
• 18:31 - Steps to Prepare for Time Off
• 26:51 - The Importance of Regular Breaks

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Boldfluence

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Whether you're just getting started with email marketing or you haven't fully taken advantage of the features and tools inside of Flodesk, today's episode is meant to get you started! Dawn Richardson of Flodesk joins us for another Thrive in Five episode to highlight the power of workflows, automations, and tools they offer to make the most of your email marketing strategy.

Plus, if you're looking for a welcome workflow for your brand, we've created a series of four free email templates just for you!

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• Flodesk
• Flodesk Welcome Email Templates by Thrive