Are you ready to scale your business in 2026 but wondering what will truly set you apart? Are you curious how AI and lean teams are impacting small business growth? Thinking about the power of connection and community for next-level success? In this episode, I share my top trends and predictions for the new year, focusing on practical ways to simplify and scale a business you love.
We explore why being lean and agile is more important than ever, how AI integration is reshaping teams, and why strategic partnerships and communities are driving growth. I dive deep into the growing impact of emotional resonance and storytelling in your brand, and the new direction for educational content that actually drives results. You’ll also hear insights on personal brand building and staying adaptive in a year full of experimentation.
In this episode, I discuss:
- Lean, agile teams and strategic use of AI
- Emphasizing simplification and eliminating waste
- The growing benefits of strategic partnerships and community
- The vital role of emotional connection and storytelling
- Creating an impactful personal brand and adaptive business
Tune into Episode 257 of the Simplify to Scale Show or keep reading below.
by Crista Grasso
Crista Grasso is the go-to strategic planning expert for leading global businesses and online entrepreneurs when they want to scale. Known as the "Business Optimizer", Crista has the ability to quickly cut through noise and focus on optimizing the core things that will make the biggest impact to scale a business simply and sustainably. She specializes in helping businesses gain clarity on the most important things that will drive maximum value for their clients and maximum profits for their business. She is the creator of the Lean Out Method, 90 Day Lean Out Planner, and host of the Lean Out Your Business Podcast.
