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2025 Reflection: Slowing Down to Speed Up [Episode 61]
Episode 61

2025 Reflection: Slowing Down to Speed Up [Episode 61]

CozyPreneur Podcast with Stacy Braga · Stacy

December 5, 202515m 16s

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Show Notes

In this end-of-year reflection, Stacy breaks down the lessons she’s unlearning, the systems she simplified, and how she’s creating real space to write her book. If you’ve been juggling too much, overcomplicating your business, or craving a slower, more intentional pace, this episode will help you reset your expectations and step into 2026 with clarity.

Episode Highlights:

  • 00:00 – The 2025 Report Card: Stacy reflects on overcomplicating her business and what she’s unlearning
  • 01:56 – Systems and Simplifying: How documenting processes replaced unnecessary automations
  • 04:13 – Manual Over Automated: Why Google Docs is working better than Dubsado right now
  • 05:55 – Offers That Actually Sell: Rewriting her website based on real client needs
  • 08:09 – The Anxiety Spiral: Open rates, self doubt, and learning to be patient
  • 10:12 – Doubling Down on What Works: Getting off social media and leaning into email, referrals, and collaborations
  • 12:09 – Making Space for the Book: Removing tasks to free up energy for writing
  • 14:10 – Intentional Podcast Breaks: Taking time off for holidays and summer
  • 15:15 – Looking Ahead to 2026: Slowing down, simplifying, and trusting the pace


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About the Host:

Stacy Braga helps online business owners clarify their message and connect with the right people through strategic, story-driven copy. With a background in education and marketing, she knows how to turn messy ideas into messaging that feels good and gets results.

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Fun fact: Stacy’s not just behind CozyPreneur podcast — she also hosts Unapologetically First Gen, where Stacy and her sister get real about life, identity, and business as a first-gen entrepreneur.

→ Catch the latest episodes here.

Podcast Credits:

  • Edited by Chelsea Koenigsknecht of KC Virtual | @kc_virtual
  • Music by Teodholina via Pixabay


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