What does it really take to plan 2026 as a Black woman who wants more in her career and business?

In this solo episode, Mercedes gets real about what it means to plan a new year after a hard one, especially when you know you’re meant for more but you’re tired, over it, and done with grind culture.

She walks you through how she’s planning her own 2026 using reflection, the 12 Week Year, and soft, supportive systems so she can build a business and life she actually loves.

Together, we're exploring what it looks like to redesign your goals around who you’re becoming, not just what you think you “should” be doing.

Through honesty, storytelling, and practical strategy, Mercedes reminds you that your Black Woman Bliss Era isn’t about doing more it’s about doing what’s aligned, sustainable, and worthy of the woman you are right now.

🤚🏾 FREE 7-Day Clarity Challenge: Come plan your 2026 with Mercedes and her mama in community starting January 11th. For seven days, you’ll be guided through reflection, vision, and aligned action so you can step into this year with purpose!
Join the challenge: ⁠https://www.mercedesswan.com/clarity-challenge⁠

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

9 to 5 Exit Blueprint (Pay-What-You-Want): ⁠https://www.mercedesswan.com/offers/CNrFmiHw/checkout⁠

Curious About My Systems? My Tech Stack: https://mercedesswan.notion.site/Mercedes-Swan-s-Tech-Stack-21b0ae166516808897caec2fbd1f1b2e?source=copy_link

The 12 Week Year: ⁠https://amzn.to/4pzpN0B⁠

Work 1:1 with Mercedes: ⁠https://www.mercedesswan.com/connect⁠

Blog Guide and Transcript: https://www.mercedesswan.com/blog/2026-planning-for-black-women-goal-setting-12-week-year