Ready for a fresh start? In this episode of No Reservations, Kasey Anton walks you through how to set clear and intentional goals that support real, sustainable change in your restaurant this year. Whether you are planning for growth, stability, or recovery, this episode helps you shift from survival mode to strategic momentum.
If you are tired of rolling into each year on fumes or feeling stuck in the same routine, this episode is your chance to reset with purpose.
You’ll learn
- ✅ Why intention matters more than ambition when setting goals
- ✅ What to focus on in Q1 based on your current business stage
- ✅ How Profit First for Restaurants can guide your financial planning
- ✅ Real examples of how other owners are resetting for 2026
- ✅ Simple systems that prevent burnout and support better decisions
Action steps to try this week
- Choose one financial goal, one staffing goal, and one operations goal
- Review your Profit First allocations for the year ahead
- Schedule a monthly owner finance meeting with a clear agenda
- Create a simple Q1 roadmap with priorities and deadlines
- Use the New Year Reset Checklist to identify what to keep, fix, or remove
