In this episode of the Sweet Without Sugar podcast, Karine Parthenais introduces her new YouTube format and reflects on her journey as a business owner. She emphasizes the importance of taking intentional breaks, celebrating wins, and learning from challenges. Karine shares her experiences with downsizing her office space, taking action towards her goals, and the lessons learned about collaboration and self-reliance. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their past year and take proactive steps towards their future.

Takeaways

• Karine is transitioning her podcast to YouTube for better engagement.
• Reflection on the past year is crucial for personal and professional growth.
• Taking intentional breaks can lead to clarity and better decision-making.
• Celebrating wins, no matter how small, is important for motivation.
• Downsizing can be a strategic win in business.
• Taking action towards goals is essential for progress.
• Not everyone will share the same passion for your business.
• Self-reflection helps in understanding personal motivations and goals.
• You can achieve success both independently and collaboratively.
• It's important to embrace change and adapt to new circumstances.

Karine Parthenais is a Business and Brand Strategist who has spent nearly fifteen years working with business owners as an independent consultant and agency owner. Learn more about Karine by following her on Instagram @karineparthenais or check out her latest venture The Work VACAY to learn how to escape to work ON your business.