
The Mel K Show Mel K & Clay Clark | Hope is Not a Strategy!! | 1-18-26
Jan 18, 2026
In this enlightening discussion, guest Clay Clark, a business coach and entrepreneur, shares his insights on setting SMART goals for 2026, emphasizing the need for specificity in various life areas. He explores time management strategies that can help even the busiest individuals succeed. Clay recounts scaling a medical business during COVID, achieving remarkable growth. The conversation also delves into the importance of actionable steps, civic engagement, and using precious metals as a hedge against inflation, offering listeners practical advice for real-world success.
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Schedule Nonnegotiable Time Blocks
- Block time and schedule the activities that matter because what gets scheduled gets done.
- Prioritize tasks by putting non-negotiable goals into your calendar to force trade-offs.
Set Specific Deadlines And Daily Habits
- Set specific deadlines and commit daily time toward your goal to ensure completion.
- Mel K scheduled daily writing time to finish her book before a political deadline.
Make Goals Quantifiable
- Make goals measurable with clear metrics like counts of testimonials, reviews, or content pieces.
- Use those measurable targets to build trust, improve SEO, and track growth objectively.


