About this episode
Hook: Is it "Circumspection" or... something else? ? Welcome back to the Dirty Heifers Podcast! In this episode, Margaret, Jesse (the Mini Heifer), and Shauna are ringing in the new year the only way they know how: with honesty, humor, and a little bit of chaos.+1Summary: As we stand on the edge of 2026, we’re ditching the arbitrary "5lb weight loss" resolutions for something deeper. From Margaret’s "Word of the Year" that Jesse immediately misinterpreted, to the massive moves happening in our personal lives and businesses, we’re talking about what it really looks like to grow.+4We dive into:The Power of Circumspection: Why careful consideration is our new secret weapon for scalingBig Business Moves: 2,800 sq ft additions, 1,200 sq ft garages, and moving shops across state lines.Quitting What Doesn't Work: Why Jesse finally stopped making bath bombs (and whether tallow soap is next).The TikTok Shop Struggle: How a "common sense" quiz changed the game for Shauna.Survival Mode: How we stay productive when life gets overwhelming.Redneck Word of the Week: "Stomping Grounds"Sponsor Shoutout: A huge thank you to Bawauna Bath & Body for sponsoring this episode! If you want small-batch, intentional bath products that feel like a dream, check them out.What is your "Word of the Year"? Let us know in the comments! Don't forget to Subscribe and leave us a review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ??Timestamps (Prodigy Tip: Use these to boost "Key Moments" in Google Search)00:00 - The "Universal Sign" & Ep. 54 Intro 01:49 - Word of the Year: Circumspection (or Circumcision?) 04:38 - Redneck Word of the Week: Stomping Grounds 05:46 - Why We Ditch Traditional Resolutions 07:54 - Big Life Changes: Moving to Tennessee & New Shops 10:41 - The 2,800 Sq Ft Expansion Plans 16:15 - Bad Habits vs. Good Habits 19:15 - Quitting Products: Bye Bye Bath Bombs 22:15 - Cracking the TikTok Shop Code 27:41 - Success Without Social Media? 55:52 - What Realistic Rest Looks Like
