Let’s talk about a word that gets tossed around a lot in the world of entrepreneurship: consistency. It sounds good, right? It’s the kind of thing we all say we want more of—it’s pinned on vision boards, scribbled in planners, and woven into goal-setting rituals. But if we’re being really honest with ourselves, it’s not always the most exciting thing. It’s not flashy, it’s not glamorous, and it rarely comes with instant results or applause.
Consistency is steady. It’s quiet.
It’s the small, sometimes boring actions repeated over and over again… that eventually add up to something pretty incredible.
And this year? I made some big life shifts, both personally and professionally—and at the center of it all was my intention to finally embrace consistency like never before.
The Plan I Created (And Why This Year Felt Different)
At the end of last year, I sat down with my planner and a very long list of hopes for the year ahead. I love mapping out the big picture of my business—it’s something I look forward to every year. But this time, I went deeper. I created not just a broad annual strategy, but a detailed daily and weekly plan for my life and work.
And something shifted.
Instead of chasing inspiration or trying to build as I went (which, let’s be honest, was my norm for a long time), I started building structure. I mapped out 52 weeks of intentional focus—what I wanted to create, when I’d share it, and how it aligned with my bigger goals. I added tasks into my calendar with purpose. I made space for work and life.
And even though I’ve been in business for 16 years, this year—this year—I’ve felt more consistent than ever. And although I am working less hours, I really feel like I am getting so much more done.
It Wasn’t Easy… But It’s Working
Each week, I have a small list of “must complete” tasks. Not 30 things. Not a never-ending to-do list. Just the non-negotiables that, if completed, would keep me aligned with my bigger vision.
And let me tell you—it’s not always easy to check them off.
I’m a mom to four kids. Two are homeschooled. Two are little and full of energy. My days are full of snacks and questions and sticky fingers and math worksheets and bedtime stories. There are days when the laundry piles up and the dinner is frozen pizza. There are nights, like tonight, when I sneak downstairs after everyone’s asleep to open my laptop in the quiet and do the work I didn’t get to earlier.
But I show up.
Because consistency, for me, means showing up again and again—even when it’s not perfect, even when I’m tired, even when inspiration feels far away. It’s carving out time for what matters. It’s making a promise to yourself—and keeping it.
And the beauty of consistency is that it builds momentum. The more I show up, the more natural it feels. The more I follow the plan, the more clarity I have. It’s not always exciting… but it’s fulfilling.
What Consistency Looks Like in My Business
Since marketing is the heart of my business—and long-form content is my sweet spot—I committed to showing up every single week with new content. Blog posts. Newsletters. Evergreen content. And not just randomly posted when I found time, but with intention.
Each week, I follow a content plan I mapped out months ago. I batch when I can. I repurpose content across platforms. I share ideas I believe in.
And you know what? It’s working. Not just because it’s driving traffic or growing my audience (though it is), but because it feels good. It feels aligned. It feels like I’m running my business instead of letting it run me.
What It’s Meant for My Life
I built this business to support my life—not to take it over. And consistency has helped me live into that vision more than anything else.
Because of the systems I’ve set up, I can work when it works for me. I can wake up with the sun, not a long to-do list hanging over my head. I can have slow mornings with my kids, focus during naptime, and actually be present at dinner.
I don’t feel behind all the time. I’m not trying to catch up. I’m just steadily moving forward—little by little, day by day.
And honestly? That’s the kind of work that feels really good.
How You Can Add More Consistency Into Your Business and Life
If you’re reading this and thinking “I want that too…”—I’ve got you. Here’s how I’d start:
1. Create a simple weekly rhythm.
What are the 2–3 things that truly matter in your business each week? Pick your must-dos and schedule them in. That’s your new baseline.
2. Plan ahead (just a little).
You don’t need a 12-month business plan. Start by outlining the next 4 weeks. What do you want to create or share? Where will you show up? How does it all fit into your bigger goals?
3. Track your progress, not perfection.
Did you show up today? Did you take one small step? That counts. Celebrate it.
4. Let life shape your strategy.
Build your business around your life—not the other way around. Your schedule doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.
5. Stick with it—especially when it gets boring.
This is the hardest part. Consistency will get boring sometimes. But boring is often where the breakthrough lives.
This year hasn’t been about overnight wins or viral moments. It’s been about showing up, one small step at a time. It’s been about learning to trust the process, even when it’s slow. It’s been about finally realizing that consistency—as quiet and unglamorous as it might be—is the real key to building something sustainable.
So if you’re in a season where you’re craving more ease, more rhythm, more trust in your own business… start here.
Start small.
Start steady.
Start again tomorrow.
Because consistency might not be flashy—but it’s the thing that builds the life you’ve been dreaming of.