314: Embody the Momentum—How to Grow Your Business in 2026 Without Starting Over
The Game On Girlfriend Podcast
Release Date: 01/06/2026
The Game On Girlfriend Podcast
There are three questions every human being is asking: Do you see me? Do you hear me? And do I matter? When the voice you're putting out into the world doesn't actually sound like you — when it's been sanded down into something professional and polished and unrecognizable — those three questions go unanswered for the very people you are trying to reach. In this episode, I sit down with Patricia Viscount — brand voice strategist, former Canadian Army Public Affairs Officer with NATO tours in Bosnia and Kosovo, and Communication Specialist in the international energy sector — to...
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Say the word "taxes" out loud. Did your shoulders just clench? Yeah. That's not an accident. In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Cole — artist, tax expert, author of Taxes for Humans, and founder of Sunlight Tax — to talk about why the tax industry profits from keeping you afraid, and what you can actually do about it. Hannah breaks down the three main IRA options available to self-employed women in plain, clear language that finally makes it click. She talks about why creatives, women, and anyone who doesn't fit the traditional financial mold has been left out of this conversation on...
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Ever walked into a room wondering if you really belonged there? Like they're going to find out you don't actually know what you're doing? Here's what Jen Mueller will tell you: If you're in the room, you're supposed to be there. Stop selling past the close. In this episode, Sarah welcomes Jen Mueller, founder of Talk Sporty to Me, to talk about the small wins that build unshakable confidence. They unpack why "hello" became Jen's measure of success, how bubble gum moments prove your small actions are stacking up, and why you need to stop over-proving yourself once you're already in the door....
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Only 3% of venture capital funding goes to women-owned businesses. But here's the thing—it's not because your idea isn't good enough. It's because of foundational mistakes you're making before you even apply. Business strategist Ms. Cat (Catherine Mitchell) joins Sarah to break down exactly what keeps women entrepreneurs from accessing the billions in funding that's actually available. From choosing the wrong business name to using your personal Gmail account, these structural errors are disqualifying you before funders even look at your pitch. Ms. Cat walks through the NAICS code trap, why...
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You're posting consistently. Writing newsletters that take hours. You've got the degrees, certifications, and experience. But when someone searches for what you do? You're nowhere. If you've ever thought, "I've tried everything and nothing works," this conversation is for you. Sarah sits down with Carrolee Moore, founder of the Podcast Pitching Society, to unpack what it actually means to be visible—especially as a woman entrepreneur in a digital world full of noise. From the Currency of Visibility framework to using AI without losing your voice, Carrolee shares why authentic visibility...
info_outlineHappy 2026! Welcome to your first episode of the year.
If you're tired of tearing everything down and rebuilding from scratch every January, this episode is for you. We're building on momentum this year, not starting over.
In this New Year's solo, I'm sharing my word of the year and why it took me forever to land on it. You guys, this word is shaping not just my business, but the energy, strategy, and focus behind every decision this year.
But this episode isn't just about one word—it's about honoring what's already working and building from it. Whether you're craving clarity in your business, energy in your planning, or just a clear direction for the year ahead, this episode is here to anchor you.
I'll walk you through my Surgical Removal Strategy for identifying what's not working, the Add-In Approach for building on what is, and why you can only expand at the speed of safety.
This isn't about magical thinking. This is about surgical precision.
If you've never listened before, welcome! You are so loved here. Pop in those earphones and let's get to it.
What You'll Learn
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The Surgical Removal Strategy: how to identify what's not working in your business, relationships, and life
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The Add-In Approach: how to build on what's already working instead of starting from scratch
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Why you can only expand at the speed of safety (and how to regulate your nervous system for business growth)
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How to avoid all-or-nothing thinking that causes you to freeze and bail
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How to carry momentum forward from 2025 and capitalize on what you've already learned
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
- The Abundance Academy - 12-month coaching program with retreat on January 9th, 2026
Apply here: https://sarahwalton.typeform.com/to/X8lEWujM
Learn more: https://sarahwalton.com/abundance-academy/ - Effortless Sales - Sarah's upcoming program for 2026
FREE GIFT FROM SARAH:
Freedom Calculator - Find out exactly how much revenue your business needs to make so you can finally exhale. This free calculator shows you the real numbers you need to hit to feel free in your business. https://sarahwalton.com/freedom
RELATED EPISODES YOU MIGHT LOVE:
- Episode 313: But What About the Money? Why Your Nervous System Determines Your Income
Dive deeper into how nervous system regulation directly impacts your earning capacity.
Listen here: https://sarahwalton.com/money-mindset-nervous-system-income/ - Episode 35: What's Causing The Results You Have Right Now?
Learn how to examine the beliefs and actions creating your current results so you know exactly what to surgically remove.
Listen here: https://sarahwalton.com/causing-results/ - Episode 311: Soul Setting Over Goal Setting: A Year-End Reflection for Women Entrepreneurs
The perfect year-end reflection companion to help you move into 2026 with intention.
Listen here: https://sarahwalton.com/[episode-311-url]
CONNECT WITH SARAH:
Website: https://sarahwalton.com/podcast
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSarahWalton
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesarahwalton
Whether you're brand new to the Game On Girlfriend® podcast or you've been listening for years—welcome. This episode will help you understand why internal transformation matters more than motivation when it comes to building wealth.
**About Sarah Walton:**
Sarah Walton is a business coach, podcast host, and mentor who helps women entrepreneurs build businesses they love. She's the creator of the Abundance Academy, Effortless Sales, and the Game On Girlfriend® podcast. Sarah's mission is to put more money in the hands of more women while teaching authentic, heart-centered business strategies.
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