Happy New Year, Wealthy Affiliate Friends!

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Hi there,

Can you believe its the start of a new year? Did you make it to midnight? Any interesting traditions you have?

Usually my hubby's family cooks hog jowls (similar to bacon), black eye peas and greens for good luck. This year we couldn't do it because his dad is in the hospital recovering from surgery. Tbh, he's having some complications so if you're the praying or spiritual type, as I am, your prayers, thoughts and good vibes would be appreciated. Thank you.

As we step into 2026, I want to take a moment to talk about something that matters more than resolutions. That is setting goals, focused intentions, and deciding, with vision, how we want to move forward this year.

If you’re here, it’s probably because you know there’s more possible for you online. Not in a rushed, overnight sense, but in a real, build-something-solid kind of way. The kind that creates options, stability, and a future we actually feel good about.

Over time, I’ve become more intentional about how I build. I’ve seen firsthand that focused direction beats scattered effort every time. Instead of chasing generic ideas, I’m leaning into building stronger resource-driven sites that are meant to last. That shift alone has made a noticeable difference, and it’s changed how I think about growth going forward.

This year is about doing fewer things, better, building with purpose, and trusting the process instead of rushing the outcome.

While I share and teach primarily around the pet niche, the principles apply everywhere. Learn real skills. Build real assets. Stay consistent. Adjust when needed. That approach works across niches, platforms, and seasons of life.

If you’re feeling called to take this year more seriously, you’re not alone. The future for online marketers is bright for those willing to focus, learn, and commit to long-term growth. People are still searching. Opportunities are still there. What matters most is how intentionally you show up.

As we move through 2026, I’ll continue sharing what I’m working on, the strategies I’m testing, and the lessons that come from staying focused.

Wherever you are in your journey, I hope this year brings you progress you can feel and momentum you can build on.

Happy New Year. Let’s move forward with purpose.

~Marlinda

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Happy New Year, Marlinda.

Yes, let's do everything we do to the best of our ability without becoming paralysed by wanting to get everything perfect.

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Thank you Isabella, Happy New Year to you as well! And yes, let us move with quality but not being paralysed by overthinking, overanalyzing and trying to be too perfect 🤗

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Happy New Year, Marlinda!

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Thank you Mia, Happy New Year to you as well! 🤗

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Happy New Year Marlinda, wishing you a prosperous, productive and blessed 2026. Enjoy Cheers ^_^

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Thank you Paul, Happy New Year to you as well and hope you have much success and blessings this year also! 🤗

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Planning on it actually, Thank you for your kind words. ^_^ Cheers

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Happy New Year Marlinda, wishing you an amazing 2026 ahead!

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Thank you Kyle, Happy New Year to you as well! 🤗

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Happy New Year to you and your loved ones!

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Thank you Paul, Happy New Year to you and your loved ones as well! 🤗

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GOD bless!

Let us move forward with purpose, indeed.
Happy 2026,Marlinda

✨ Fleeky

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Yes, indeed 🤗 Thank you Fleeky

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Happy New Year Marlinda, sending prayers and good vibes for your FIL and thanks for sharing your New Years goals and intentions!
Wishing you and your family all the best for 2026!
Cherie

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Thank you so much for your prayers and good vibes for my FIL, Cherie, I really appreciate that. Happy New Year to you and your family as well! 🤗

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Happy New Year Marlinda!

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Thank you Wen, Happy New Year to you and your adorable family as well! 🤗

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You are most welcome Marlinda! Happy New Year as well!

wen

Thanks Marlinda

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You're welcome 🤗

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Thanks for sharing Marlinda! :-)

Mel

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Thank you for reading and commenting 🤗

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You are most welcome Marlinda.

Mel

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