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Episode 48: Happy 2026, Friends!
January 6, 2025
Before you dive headfirst into another year of back-to-back meetings and endless to-do lists, pause and ask yourself: What do you really want to create in 2026? In this reflective episode, I invite you to step beyond what you think you should accomplish and connect with what truly matters - the relationships, experiences, and version of yourself that will make this year feel alive and significant. This is your permission to dream bigger and lead differently.
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In this episode, I invite you to think differently about the year ahead - not as another list of achievements, but as an opportunity to become a better version of yourself. When you get clear on what you truly want – more meaning, connection, joy, and impact – everything shifts. You lead differently. You live differently.
This is your permission to dream bigger and define what will make 2026 significant to YOU.
"When you're clear on what you really want – not just what you think you should want, but what genuinely matters to you – everything shifts. You make different decisions. You prioritize differently. You lead differently. You live differently."
Welcome to Episode 48:Â Happy 2026 Friends!
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Claire Laughlin, MA, Organizational Development Consultant
Hi! I'm Claire Laughlin, and I love helping leaders like you create workplaces where people truly thrive.
For over two decades, I've been rolling up my sleeves alongside teams and organizations, using hands-on methods that actually work (because let's face it - theory only gets you so far!).Â
I specialize in teaching leaders how to engage their teams, helping managers become more effective facilitators, and showing people how to work better together.
I'm also a master facilitator for the Six Types of Working Genius® - a fantastic tool that helps you understand and leverage your natural talents.
When I'm not helping leaders like you build happy, high-energy workplaces, I'm enjoying a hike in the forest with my dog Fiona, spending time with my family or curled up with a great book.
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