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The Strategic Planner Podcast was created to help 9-to-5 and entrepreneurial superwomen reclaim their time so they can operate in their zone of genius and run their business, life -- and career -- like a boss. Let's decrease your overwhelm, maximize your

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    Signs You Need A Career Change

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2022 21:38


    Establishing your career is not a small gesture. It takes education, experience, oomph, and persistence. In this episode, I give you more than a glimpse into the signs or things you may experience that communicate you're ready for a career change. That change can mean different things to various people but this is at least a starting point. 

    My Career Journey + What I Wish I Knew

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2022 33:01


    Building your career, making pivots, and growing can be stressful, challenging, and feel impossible. Here are the things I wish I knew + my advice for those in College, who are postgrad or getting ready for a career change. If this is your first time listening, go back to the side hustle story episode to get some context on this episode. 

    Hello, Spring! #rapidfireepisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 10:45


    We are just a week into April! March was nuts and I'm ready for a Spring refresh. Let's chat and I'll give you into this month's theme and topics. 

    How Today's Hustle Culture Impacts Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2022 19:53


    With the pandemic shifting the future of work, I thought what better topic to cover than “hustle culture”. My “hustle” started to shift about 3 years ago before the pandemic started. My new definition has only narrowed in focus and my why is stronger. Let's discuss its impact, what to look out for, and how to manage.

    How to find stillness amongst uncertainty

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 19:32


    Discovering and embracing stillness is a practice that doesn't change overnight. It takes consistency, drive, and discipline just like anything else. I have experienced the positive impact it can have on your life and also the anxiousness that comes with it. Let's chat!

    Social Comparison: its impact + a solution

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2022 18:48


    Social comparison bias is the tendency to have feelings of dislike and competitiveness with someone seen as physically or mentally better than oneself. In some cases, comparison can be neutral, normal, and healthy when you admire someone you'd like to be more similar to. It can drive us to achieve more and to improve. But, that can quickly change when feelings of envy appear. Check out this weeks episode to learn more! 

    Lack of Motivation: The Symptoms + Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 18:21


    Motivation is the process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors. Our motivation or lack thereof can impact various areas of life one of those being execution.  I chose to dive into this topic so that you can diagnose the signs and symptoms before it gets to this point.  The earlier you can do that, the quicker the bounce back or pivot can occur.  

    Personal Planning System: Physical Planners

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2022 16:49


    A personal planning system is truly the foundation for improving your productivity, decreasing your overwhelm, proper time management, and most importantly knowing where to invest your time and energy. In this week's episode, I talk about one of my favorite tools within my system - physical planners!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

    The Power of Planning in 90-Day Sprints

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 19:19


    Whether you set New Year's resolutions or you're a traditional goal setter. Planning in 90-day sprints helps you to get laser-focused during execution. In this week's episode, I share insight into this planning process through the pros, cons, and how to get started if it sounds like a good fit for you. 

    Write the Vision + Make it Plain

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 12:17


    You've learned what it means to be strategic and intentional now it's time to do the work to be intentional in your every day. This week's episode dives into the use, purpose, pro's and cons of vision boards - a very popular planning tool. I help you to understand what you should be doing instead and where this falls within your planning process. 

    6 Goal Setting Myths

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 19:04


    Limiting beliefs are present in all of us. Let's give you a few tools and resources to help you challenge and reframe your limiting beliefs this year.

    Intentional Self-Care for a More Grounded Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 12:27


    I don't know about you but intentional self-preservation is something I will be prioritizing this year. While it's said to be an innate muscle for humans, I can tell you that in today's society, self-care can fall to the back seat and make people feel guilty. That all ends now . . .  Well, at least I'm going to work towards that. In this week's episode, I'll share my biggest lesson about self-care that I learned in Therapy and we'll talk about creating your own self-care plan for this year. 

    How to Prepare for Two Types of Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 18:52


    Everyone reacts and experiences change differently and while it can be hard it can be good. We've experienced a lot of unknown/unplanned change in the last almost two years and being in the pandemic. You've made it on the other side and yet we've still gone a ways to go. Check out this episode to learn more about the types of change and how you respond to them 

    3 Examples of Intentional Living

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2022 18:39


    If you've ever felt like there wasn't a blueprint for things you wanted to do in life; I'm providing a little bit of that in this week's episode that gives a glimpse into intentional living by area of life. We consume a lot of content and sometimes it's hard to apply it to ourselves without concrete examples. In this week's episode, I wanted to take 3 important areas of life and share how you can be more intentional in those. 

    4 Components of Being Intentional

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2022 20:17


    This week's episode starts the season off with understanding 4 of the most important components to living an intentional life. This episode and those to come to share a little about what you need to know, do, and execute to be more intentional in 2022.

    We're Back! Welcome to Season 2!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2022 14:01


    We're back from a must-needed break ahead of the holiday season! Super excited as always to dive into this next podcast season! Take a listen to hear what I've been up to and what you can expect in season 2. 

    Season 1 Out!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2021 10:10


    This week's episode is just a little bittersweet. When I started this podcast I didn't totally consider when I wanted season 1 to end and season 2 to begin. My biggest focus to be honest was just starting. I didn't want perfectionism, anxiety, or procrastination to get in the way of bringing this to life. As we land on 30 episodes, end quarter 3, and get closer to a brand new year, I thought what better time than now to take a break. Take a listen to learn about what you can expect in the coming months and most importantly next season. 

    The Impact of Anxiety On Procrastination

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2021 18:30


    Sometimes the answer to our struggles isn't another system, framework, or hack. While I am all for strategy and tips - as you all have noticed - I also believe that it's important to recognize there may be other root causes at play that we need to audit and fix. This week's episode dives into how to recognize if anxiety is impacting your productivity through procrastination vs. being stressed. I share resources that will hopefully help you cope and manage it effectively. The resources I shared in this week's episode are linked below: Psychology Today: How to Recognize Induced Procrastination Psychology Today: On Stress, Anxiety & Procrastination Open Path Collective 

    Resources for New Full-Time Entrepreneurs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2021 20:36


    Ahead of making the jump to go full-time in Entrepreneurship, you should have systems in place to help you manage your operations. In my experience, companies scale fast and their operations, procedures, and processes do not fit. In this week's episode, I am going to share some of my favorites must-have resources to help you combat decision fatigue and to know high-level information about a few good systems that I love.

    What You Need to Know When You Go Full-Time in Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2021 25:56


    Going full-time in Entrepreneurship is a bold, amazing, and scary jump! In this week's episode, I wanted to chat a little about the things people tend to forget (take for granted in corporate America) that usually sets them off on the wrong foot. Take a listen and let me know if you can relate. 

    How to Set Boundaries to Improve Productivity Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2021 11:50


    And we are back with part two of improving your productivity through boundaries. In this week's episode, I give you examples of small boundaries you can start exercising right now. Let's get to it! 

    How to Set Boundaries to Improve Productivity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2021 12:33


    Setting boundaries both personally and professionally is one of the many ways that we can improve our productivity during execution. Healthy boundaries improve our overall health, environment, relationships, time management, and so much more. In this week's episode, I share my journey to establishing healthy boundaries, one of my favorite books that helped, and a few questions you can ask yourself to start that process for you

    How to Avoid The Chaos of Winging It

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2021 9:06


    While winging it has been successful for some, at some point they turn to data, strategy, and intention to go to the next level. It doesn't matter if it's personally, professionally, or in your own business. These tips that I share in this week's episode will help you understand the pros and cons of winging it and what you can do to improve the chaos. 

    3 Reasons You're Overwhelmed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2021 13:22


    In this week's episode, I'll chat about the oh-so-common thing that we all deal with at some point - Overwhelm. Yup, that beast tends to rear its head and drives us into rabbit holes. I know I'm not alone. With everything going on in the world right now I feel like it makes it 10 times worse. SO I'm here to share 3 reasons why you are experiencing overwhelm and of course what you can do to get out of it. 

    Organizing Long-Term Vs. Daily Tasks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2021 16:32


    In this week's episode, I share tips on how you can manage long-term vs. daily tasks. I go over my experience, some of my hacks, and things that you can do to set yourself for success as we kick off the new month. It's to feel as though the hamster wheel of the day-to-day grind is always in focus. This episode will help you pause and get back on track for this new month. 

    Introducing Shop Tessa Shahid Templates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2021 18:51


    This week's episode brings a fun announcement. For years I've created templates as a way to stay organized and to be honest, creating templates and processes for me is like second nature. It's how my brain works. Over the years I created templates when I freelanced and even in my career if I worked in an organization that may have been maturing in that area but weren't quite where they wanted to be yet. I've been asked for years if I would sell my templates or do something with them so I finally did. This shop is starting with trello board templates and will continue to expand into workbooks, project, and product management templates (think launches, kick-offs, etc). I am hoping this helps you organize and streamline your life and work so you can maximize your time. Visit https://bit.ly/shopandorganize

    What To Do When You're Feeling Unhappy & Not Productive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2021 17:04


    In this week's episode, our hot topic is what to do when you are “feeling unhappy when not productive”. We've all been there so I decided to shed some on this topic from conversations and my own experiences. I'm hoping this gives you some clarity and maybe even a little peace to know that you aren't alone. Here is how I've handled it and what I recommend as your next best step! 

    Use This Strategy to Manage New Ideas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2021 22:33


     In this week's episode, I wanted to chat about the challenge of wrangling tasks while managing new ideas. Shiny object syndrome shows up in multiple ways and this is one. Let's walk through the foundation of task management and one of my tried and true methods of managing new ideas so I can keep up the momentum.  Visit the shop at https://bit.ly/shopandorganize 

    How to Improve Your Relationship with Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2021 23:49


    In this week's episode, I talk about the challenges around mismanaged time, why it happens, and how you can improve it. There are two to four steps that I share in this week's episode so you can improve your relationship with time. That muscle may need to be exercised just like any other but you can do this! 

    How to Create a Summer Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2021 17:05


     In this week's episode, we talk about all things summer routines. I don't know about you but I definitely needed a bit of a refresher when it comes to how I manage my time, personal projects, and even starting a new job. Whether you are a business owner or you have project work that you take on personally . . This episode will help you. This episode is a great companion to your planning process as a whole not just in preparation for summer fun. 

    How to Prioritize Ideas, Projects, and To-Do Lists This Summer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2021 20:32


    In this week's episode, I'm going to give tips on how to prioritize #allthethings you have on your plate. I'll review a few categories which help me place things in buckets and what you should think about as you shift the weight of your workaround. This is a great companion to episode 13 where I talked about the differences between strategic and fluffy to-do lists. 

    The #1 Thing You Can Do to Get More Done This Summer: Outsource

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 23:42


     In this week's episode, I'm going to cover the one thing you can do to get more done this summer. As ambitious women, we wear many hats, regardless of our career titles, and oftentimes we take on too much to our own detriment. While there are periods when we have to stay heads down and just put in the work - there are other times when we need to ask/pay for help. Let's chat about the pros and cons of outsourcing, some of my favorite apps to use, and how you can prepare for hiring overall to set yourself for success. 

    4 Things to Consider Before Starting Your Hot Girl Summer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 22:17


    In this week's episode, we kick off the summer with our “what you need to stay on track with your goals to have a hot girl summer” series. This first episode walks you through things to consider before you start planning trips and getting back outside. This exercise will help you manage your time, expectations, and capacity to ensure you have a better chance of hitting your goals while still being able to have fun. 

    Strategic Vs. Fluffy To-Do Lists: What Are You Creating?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 17:23


    Do you ever ask yourself why you aren't getting more done? Do you often feel unsure where to start and overwhelmed by your long to-do lists? These are all symptoms of having the wrong stuff and sometimes too much on our to-do lists. In this week's episode, I share how your to-do list really is the foundation to continious execution and moving the needle forward. When created with the intention you can do wonders. 

    The Things You Should Know to Set Up Your PM Tool

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2021 18:33


    Project Management tools can be life-changing. Whether you are using them for business or personal there are some basic tools you can start with to test the waters before you start with the holy grails. In this episode, I walk you through 2-4 things you need to consider before choosing a new application. My goal is to save you time, feelings of overwhelm, and quite frankly the headache of just hopping from tool to tool without really identifying the features or functionality that you need. 

    Top Project Management Tools I Trust for Busy + Budget Conscious Women

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2021 16:25


    Due to my love of technology, trying out new applications, and overall organization this week's episode is definitely a favorite for this month. I'm sharing with all of you my favorite project management tools I've used, recommend, and how they can help you decrease your overwhelm and know where to start. I will chat about Trello and ClickUp to name a few. 

    How to Create a Task Management System That Saves You Time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 20:35


    In this week's episode, we head deeper into this month's theme of tools, systems, and strategies for execution. While identifying your goals and creating a plan is a part of the first few steps, the next is ensuring you have what you need to actually move the needle forward. Doing all of this in a pandemic just makes it a bit more complex. It will look different for each person but it's vital to identify what works best for you and simply build off of that. 

    How Time Management Can Improve Your Execution

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2021 31:28


    In this week's episode, I'm talking about the infamous time management and how you can use it to improve your execution. I share different methods, my processes, and the importance of constantly testing and tweaking to find what works best for you. While it's a “trendy” topic it really is a part of the foundation we need to work smart and execute consistently.  It doesn't matter if it's personal tasks, client work, or accomplishing a goal. Take a listen! 

    Got Goals? Here's How to Hold Yourself Accountable

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 20:00


    In this week's episode, I share my story as it relates to accountability, my strengths, challenges, and my favorite 4 tips that have helped me stay on track. Setting goals is easy but executing especially with a full plate is the hardest part. 

    How to Plan Your Goals + Work in Uncertain Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2021 16:19


    In this week's episode, I dive into the impacts of planning in uncertain times and my favorite tips that you can use to come up with a plan for your goals. This will help you know exactly what needs to get done to accomplish your goal. 

    How to Refresh & Align Your Goals in Quarantine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 21:30


    In this week's episode, I cover tips on how you can refresh and align your goals while in quarantine. You'll learn a little about my planning process and how I've been able to keep up momentum and pivot in a pandemic. Goal setting looks different for all of us for over a year now and while it may be discouraging I want you to have the tools needed to get back on track or realign as needed. 

    Why You Need to Reset, Refresh & Realign for Quarter Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2021 17:06


    In this week's episode, I talk through the process of refreshing your goals for quarter two and why it's important you start with yourself. We are the common denominators in our lives, let's audit how you're showing up, how you're feeling, and do overall reflection before we refresh the goals. 

    The Number 1 Change Your Planning Process Needs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 14:35


    In this week's episode of The Strategic Planner Podcast with me, Tessa Shahid, I cover the number one planning process update you should make to improve your execution. In this episode we cover:  How to improve your planning process Start with brainstormingWhy you need to keep your brainstorming session info in a digital place: One Drive Google Drive One Note Trello The benefits of a digital brainstorm process Instant access Being able to brainstorm on the go How to brainstorm effectively Flush the idea out Outline the idea using what, who, and why  Don't get discouraged | You don't have to execute at the momentHow my brainstorm process helped me launch an idea 3 years later (sold out workshop) Follow me on  Instagram: @thestrategicplanner 

    4 Common Planning Mistakes Business Owners Make

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2021 18:15


    In this week's episode of The Strategic Planner Podcast with me, Tessa Shahid, I cover the 4 planning mistakes that entrepreneurs and side hustlers make and how it impacts their business. In this episode we cover:  Mistake #1: Creating vision boards with no plan The misconception of vision boards Why vision boards aren't the answer Vision boards are a representation of your goals but they are not the plan you need to bring to life  Mistake #2: Not breaking down your goals to a granular level Why your goals should be specific and broken down to a granular level An example of how to break down your revenue goals Granular goals allow you to know what you need to accomplish quarterly, monthly, and even weekly (you're able to course correct/pivot quicker) Mistake #3: Not identifying the resources needed to accomplish your goals The number 1 question you should ask yourself after identifying your goals What goals need to be successful (time, money, staff or you, systems, automation) What two questions you should ask yourself when setting revenue goals Mistake #4: Not taking into consideration personal responsibilities when planning How this mistake impacts side hustlers the most This is the key to obtaining your version of balance which may often change This helps you manage and allocate your time (a major resource) well Doing this sets yourself up for failure Follow me on Instagram: @thestrategicplanner 

    The Benefits of Strategic Planning for Side Hustlers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2021 9:56


    In this week's episode of  The Strategic Planner Podcast with me, Tessa Shahid, I give you a walkthrough of the what and why of strategic planning. In this episode we cover: Why strategic planning is more than just goal setting The formal usage of strategic planning in corporate America How and why it's beneficial for corporate side hustlers/entrepreneurs My biggest lesson as a side hustler - a lot of people focus on the goal or a cute vision board and believe that's all they need to accomplish their goals The biggest reason side hustlers need a strategic plan is because: it helps you manage your resources well (your resource is you, you, you, time, money, and systems). It helps you allocate your resources (improve time management, clarity - tells you where you to start, decreases your overwhelm, fluffy to-do lists) It helps you answer the important question of “what do I need to help me accomplish x so I can experience x It helps you create goal-based to-do lists instead of just BAU or run and maintain tasks Actions you can take: Review current projects, do they align with your goals? Review your goals, do you have a plan to accomplish them? If you do not have your goals broken down into a plan, start by listing the steps or activities you need to complete to accomplish them. Ask yourself what resources you need to help you and if you anticipate any challenges.Follow me on Instagram: @thestrategicplanner 

    Introduction to My Side Hustle Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2021 14:14


    In this week's episode of The Strategic Planner Podcast with me, Tessa Shahid. I give you a look into my #sidehustlestory, why I started this podcast, and why I believe in strategic planning. In this episode we cover: My #sidehustlestory How I landed my first client How my side hustle pivoted over the years Commonalities amongst entrepreneurs, small business owners, and side hustlers The 1 gap that hinders business owners How I juggled building a business + life responsibilities Follow me on Instagram: @thestrategicplanner 

    Introducing The Strategic Planner Podcast with Tessa Shahid

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 0:37


    Welcome to The Strategic Planner Podcast! My name is Tessa Shahid - your podcast host, focus cultivator, and strategic planning advisor.  I created this podcast to help you unleash, translate, and organize your sticky notes, unfinished planners, and half-empty notebooks into a plan that you can execute. My number one goal is to help you take your next best step, decrease your overwhelm, and manage your resources so that you can accomplish your business goals. You can expect to hear strategic planning and project management tips, hacks, and best practices with a sprinkle of interviews weekly. Stay tuned for the first episode of The Strategic Planner Podcast with Tessa Shahid.  

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