# Episode 200 : kicks off 2026 with a raw, real reset.

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Podcast: [GROW by Design](https://stenobird.com/podcast/grow-by-design-4813067)
Published: 2026-01-01T09:00:08+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1889

## Resource

In this episode, I break down why pain is unavoidable—but suffering is optional. We dive into hard truths about leadership, accountability, scaling service businesses, management failures, efficiency, marketing struggles, and building a company that can survive the next economic cycle. I also share personal lessons from fitness, mindset work, Tony Robbins events, and the perspective shifts that changed how I see failure, growth, and success. This year is about real conversations, real struggles, and real growth. No fluff. No excuses. Just value.

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