IN THE SPOTLIGHT. JESSI SHERIDAN, FOUNDER OF HABITUELLE
Ready to stop following outdated rules and start leading on your terms? As we enter 2026, women worldwide are rewriting the definition of success—and leadership coach Jessi Sheridan, founder of Habituelle, is showing us how.
The New Definition of Success
After interviewing over 200 women leaders globally, Sheridan has identified a powerful shift: success is no longer about climbing the ladder—it’s about joy, purpose, and inner peace.
This means giving yourself permission to say no to anything that doesn’t align with your core values. It’s about embracing feminine energy rather than conforming to predetermined expectations.
4 Steps to Discover Your True Purpose
1. Get Clear on Your Values Your value system drives everything. Understanding what truly matters to you is the foundation of authentic leadership.
2. Speak Your Dreams Out Loud Share your ambitions with the right people. When you vocalize your goals, support and opportunities naturally follow.
3. Reprogram Your Inner Dialogue Counter every negative thought with positive reinforcement. With practice, you become your own champion instead of your worst critic.
4. Talk About Money Financial freedom starts with breaking the taboo. The more openly women discuss money, worth, and pricing, the more confident and empowered we become.
What “Upleveling” Means in 2026
Forget hustle culture. True upleveling means:
- Creating systems that work for you
- Setting firm boundaries
- Automating where possible
- Slowing down to listen to your thoughts
- Making intentional space for what matters
Build a Circle of Truth-Tellers
Surround yourself with people who will challenge your limiting beliefs, not just comfort you. The most transformative growth happens when someone lovingly calls out the stories you’re telling yourself that keep you small. This isn’t about harsh criticism—it’s about having trusted voices who see your potential more clearly than you do in moments of doubt.
Practice Strategic Visibility
Many accomplished women do extraordinary work in silence, hoping it will speak for itself. It rarely does. Strategic visibility means intentionally sharing your wins, insights, and journey—not from ego, but from a place of service. When you make your success visible, you create a roadmap for others and open doors you didn’t know existed.
Distinguish Between Rest and Numbing
True rest rejuvenates you. Numbing (endless scrolling, overworking, staying busy) depletes you while masquerading as productivity or relaxation. Learn to recognize the difference in your body. Rest should leave you feeling more like yourself, not less.
Let Go of the “Savior Complex”
You don’t have to fix, save, or carry everyone. Setting boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s sustainable. The most effective leaders empower others rather than exhausting themselves trying to do everything. Your energy is finite and precious; protect it accordingly.
The key insight? When you level up your mindset, everything else follows.
Your Time Is Now
Worried you’re running out of time? Sheridan offers this powerful perspective: Don’t wait until your golden years to wish you’d acted today.
Your greater purpose doesn’t need to pay all your bills immediately—but you should be working toward it now. Get clarity, clear your path, and step into 2026 with intention.
The future is here. How will you lead it?
What’s one rule you’re ready to break in 2026? Share your thoughts below.
Jessi Sheridan is Founder of Habituelle. Habituelle is a community for women ready to lead boldly and with purpose. To learn more visit https://habituelleleadership.com
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