Podcast appearances and mentions of tara mcmullin

Send us a textIf the thought of summer break has your nervous system clenching—hi, you're not alone. In this honest and unfiltered solo episode, Stacey shares what she's doing differently this summer as an ADHD mom. Spoiler: it has nothing to do with sticker charts, schedules, or rhythms & routines. Instead, it's about trusting her gut, working with her energy, and building her capacity to handle the chaos that comes with summer.You'll hear:How a book (How to Choose by Tara McMullin) cracked something wide open for herWhat Human Design is, and how it's helped her stop trying to “do summer right”Why ADHD moms can fall into the trap of thinking they're too fragile for thisHow capacity work (inspired by @Raquel_the_capacity_expert) is helping her shift out of that mindsetA mindset shift for those of you who strongly dislike imaginative floor play Her personal mantra for this summer—and how you can borrow itWhat you can expect from the Mother Plus Podcast this summerThis episode is your permission slip to stop forcing and start feeling. You're stronger than you think, and you don't have to reinvent yourself this summer. You just have to stay with yourself.Find your human design here: https://humandesignblueprint.com/MOTHER PLUS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mother_plus_podcast/MOTHER PLUS FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/motherpluspodcastMOTHER PLUS PERMISSION SLIP: https://www.motherplusser.com/Permission-SlipMOTHER PLUS NEWSLETTER: https://www.motherplusser.com/signup-pageMOTHER PLUS BLOG: https://www.motherplusser.com/blog

Feeling Like Success Has to Equal Exhaustion? Discover How to Scale Your Business Without Sacrificing What Matters Most If you've ever felt like quitting your business, you're not alone! In this episode, I sit down with author and host of the What Works podcast, Tara McMullin, to explore how to create a business that truly supports the life you want. Tara has been challenging conventional business wisdom for over 16 years and brings a refreshing approach to success, productivity, and growth. She explains why focusing solely on revenue goals can lead to burnout, how to honor your actual capacity, and the importance of defining success on your own terms. We dive into why saying "no" might be your most powerful business strategy, how to escape the validation spiral that keeps you overcommitted, and the transformative difference between being "busy" and being "squeezed." HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: 1️⃣ Your Business Should Support Your Life – Start with your personal variables and non-negotiables first. Your business is a needs-meeting machine, and your needs as the business owner must come first. 2️⃣ Honor Your Capacity – We all have different capacities based on our available resources—time, money, emotional bandwidth, support networks, and skills. Before taking on new projects, ask: "Do I have what I need to do this well?" 3️⃣ Escape the Validation Spiral – Be cautious about constantly adding new commitments to feel valuable. This leads to depleted resources, underdelivering, and a spiral of taking on even more to compensate. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Subscribe to What Works: Apple Podcasts and Spotify  Learn more about Yellow House Media: yellowhouse.media  Connect with Tara: whatworks.fyi  Read the Wall Street Journal article Tara shared: The Delusion of 'Profits' By Peter F. Drucker MORE FROM ME Follow me on Instagram @amyporterfield SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more entrepreneurs who need these insights.

Tara McMullin, creator of What Works and the co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, shares her journey of receiving an autism diagnosis at 38 and its profound impact on her relationships. She explores the concept of 'biographical illumination,' revealing how understanding her diagnosis has brought clarity and validation to her life. Tara also discusses the intricate dynamics of 'masking' and emotional communication in relationships.  Together, we explore the importance of recognizing and respecting personal boundaries, advocating for mutual understanding, and navigating the complexities of being autistic. Featured topics: How being diagnosed with Autism at 38, transformed Tara's perspective on work, relationships, and parenting (3:20) The impact of autism on relationships, including getting your social needs met, learning to compromise, and the journey to understanding (10:49) Highlighting the burden on neurodivergent individuals to conform and mask their true selves to meet societal expectations (14:44) The distinction between being autistic and being an asshole—two entirely different concepts (32:35) Debunking the myth that people with autism lack empathy; their empathy is just expressed differently (33:17) Learn more about Tara McMullin: Tara McMullin is a writer and critic who studies the future of work through the lens of philosophy, critical theory, and media. She's the creator of What Works and the co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a boutique production agency. She believes that care, curiosity, and context create an environment where we can not only learn but experience new and sometimes challenging ideas with grace. She's coached, taught, and facilitated for over 15 years—including more than a dozen classes with CreativeLive. Tara brings her own experience as an autistic feminist, endurance athlete, and amateur baker to everything she does. Resources & Links: Private Coaching with Kate Phoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective Tara's website Tara on Instagram Tara on LinkedIn “I'm a normal autistic person, not an abnormal neurotypical”: Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis as biographical illumination Catherine D. Tan The Electricity of Every Living Thing, Katherine May Episode Link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-286-autism-and-relationships-with-tara-mcmullin-neurodivergence-in-relationships/ =================== DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

Tara McMullin, creator of What Works and the co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, shares her journey of receiving an autism diagnosis at 38 and its profound impact on her relationships. She explores the concept of 'biographical illumination,' revealing how understanding her diagnosis has brought clarity and validation to her life. Tara also discusses the intricate dynamics of 'masking' and emotional communication in relationships.  Together, we explore the importance of recognizing and respecting personal boundaries, advocating for mutual understanding, and navigating the complexities of being autistic. Featured topics: How being diagnosed with Autism at 38, transformed Tara's perspective on work, relationships, and parenting (3:20) The impact of autism on relationships, including getting your social needs met, learning to compromise, and the journey to understanding (10:49) Highlighting the burden on neurodivergent individuals to conform and mask their true selves to meet societal expectations (14:44) The distinction between being autistic and being an asshole—two entirely different concepts (32:35) Debunking the myth that people with autism lack empathy; their empathy is just expressed differently (33:17) Learn more about Tara McMullin: Tara McMullin is a writer and critic who studies the future of work through the lens of philosophy, critical theory, and media. She's the creator of What Works and the co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a boutique production agency. She believes that care, curiosity, and context create an environment where we can not only learn but experience new and sometimes challenging ideas with grace. She's coached, taught, and facilitated for over 15 years—including more than a dozen classes with CreativeLive. Tara brings her own experience as an autistic feminist, endurance athlete, and amateur baker to everything she does. Resources & Links: Private Coaching with Kate Phoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective Tara's website Tara on Instagram Tara on LinkedIn “I'm a normal autistic person, not an abnormal neurotypical”: Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis as biographical illumination Catherine D. Tan The Electricity of Every Living Thing, Katherine May Episode Link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-286-autism-and-relationships-with-tara-mcmullin-neurodivergence-in-relationships/ =================== DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm diving into the evolving world of social media with three incredible guests who are making waves on Substack. Kathleen Oh, Becky Mollenkamp, and Tara McMullin share their unique journeys and insights into why they left traditional social media platforms behind and found success on Substack. In this episode, Kathleen discusses her journey from being banned on Instagram to thriving on Substack by discussing safe psychedelic use. Becky shares how she transitioned from traditional email marketing to Substack, finding a sense of relief and community. Tara talks about her experience in leaving ConvertKit and focusing on Substack to explore the future of work and online business. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to redefine their online presence and build authentic connections. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about: Using Substack to foster a genuine community Ways to monetize content on Substack How to leverage Substack's features for better engagement Key tips for maintaining authenticity in your online presence Rebuilding your audience after being banned The collaborative writing community that lives on Substack Concerns about the future of Substack …And More!   This Episode Was Made Possible By: Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video Platform Visit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews: https://onlinedrea.com/riverside  Social Media Day Summit Social media is not dead. It is simply evolving. And that's what we're exploring at the Social Media Day Summit. Join me and my fellow experts on June 30th as we dive into innovative strategies and timeless tactics designed to empower social media marketers, freelancers, agency owners, and anyone else ready to take their social media strategy to the next level. Grab your ticket today for $10: https://onlinedrea.com/smd/   About the Guests: Becky Mollenkamp is a business accountability coach who guides entrepreneurs through the transition from small business owner to agency CEO (without selling their soul). Website: https://feministfounders.co/   Feminist Founders Podcast: https://feministfounders.co/episodes/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckymollenkamp/   Tara McMullin is a writer, podcaster, and critic. She's the creator of What Works, a podcast and newsletter that rethinks work, business, and leadership for the 21st-century economy. Tara uses critical theory, philosophy, and economics to make sense of both systemic challenges and everyday practice. She's also the co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a boutique audio and video production agency that helps changemakers create remarkable media. Her work has been featured in Fast Company, Quartz, and The Muse. Website: http://yellowhouse.media/   What Works Podcast: http://whatworkspodcast.com/  Newsletter: http://whatworks.fyi/   Kathleen Oh (she/her) is an Integration Coach, writer, and advocate for safe drug use, specializing in psychedelics. With over 25 years of experience in mental health, she's been in private practice since 2007. Kathleen's coaching services are tailored to support individuals navigating high-stress, high-performance careers, prioritizing their personal growth and well-being. Website: http://coachkathleenoh.com/  Substack: http://ohmyheart.substack.com/    Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/311

Tara McMullin is a speaker, writer and host of the What Works podcast. In this episode, Tara shares a refreshing and grounded antidote to our culture's relentless pursuit of more. Take a listen to learn how to determine what is driving your own pursuit of more and how you can shift into a healthy gear, doing more of what works and without the shame of not succeeding overnight. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"predictability makes people feel comfortable. It makes them feel known."Let's take a brief pause from our theme of "Love the One You're With," and go on a little side quest. Tara McMullin's excellent podcast "What Works" recently dropped an episode called "In Defense of Gimmicks." (Click here to check that out.) Leela has some thoughts on this and the way that we might look at a 'gimmick' as a container, or a form, or even a ritual. And definitely as one more tool for finding mutual understanding.Transcript and notes: https://dev.intensivesinstitute.com/captivate-podcast/responding-to-what-worksRecorded 9 February 2024.

What do you do when you lose your biggest client? That was my Spotify search query for podcast episodes on this topic in the summer of 2023. It came up empty—there was not a single podcast episode on this topic. Of course not. Who wants to admit out loud and in their archives that they've lost their biggest client? In the past, I probably wouldn't have fessed up to this either. Except for the fact that now it's what I wish I could see, read, and hear. Today's compilation episode is here to fix that! If you've been reading Rolling in D

There's no doubt that planning and setting goals is key when it comes to business success. But sometimes how we intend to attain these goals can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and just overall frustration if we don't hit them. We need to learn how to create goals in a way that prioritizes our well-being, along with finding a more fulfilling way to work towards what it is that we truly want. Tara McMullin is a speaker, coach, and author of the book, What Works, a comprehensive framework to change the way we approach goal setting. Our conversation will leave you feeling refreshed, energized, and excited to tackle your business goals in a sustainable way.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedThi Nguyen and the concept of value capture Uses of the Erotic essay by Audre LordeConnect with the guestNewsletter: https://www.whatworks.fyi/ What Works Podcast What Works book Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_mcmullin/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The phrase is emblazoned at WeWorks across the globe: in large neon lights across lobby walls, bedecking laptops via swag stickers, and printed in playful cursive on the mugs that facilitate bottomless free coffee—with the addition of always in small print at the top. But what becomes of the adage to do what you love when the company blasting it everywhere declares bankruptcy? What about the rest of us? Today's essay is a crossover from my paid Substack, Rolling in D

You can calm chaos at work, but it starts with a reality check from Charlie Gilkey, delivered with his signature wit and generosity: You might not have a team problem, you have a you problem. It's time to stop catering to air sandwiches, Crisco watermelons, broken printers, ghost plans, and other corrosive practices, and start implementing Charlie's finely-tuned, road-tested systems instead. Today we're talking about his new book Team Habits: How Small Actions Lead to Extraordinary Results. We also talk about scaling from maker to manager (and sometimes back again), accounting for those who don't want the added social overhead of that (often due to some combination of hoarding control, people-pleasing, introversion, and empathy). More About Charlie: Charlie Gilkey has advised hundreds of teams, from Fortune 100 companies to tiny nonprofits, through Productive Flourishing, the coaching and training company he founded. Charlie is a former Army logistics officer and near-PhD in philosophy living in Portland, Oregon. He is the author of Start Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done, and today we're talking about his new book, Team Habits: How Small Actions Lead to Extraordinary Results.

I got this question recently from someone getting ready to expand their business to beyond private practice. They want to start offering a non-therapy program within their own business. “Should I create my own program from scratch, or should I just deliver an established method from a well-known person?” For example, although it's not the example this person gave: Brene Brown's Dare To Lead method. Here's my answer without knowing any of the particulars. First of all…nothing is new under the sun. Whatever program you offer will be influenced by your learning lineages and your mentors… So the REAL question is: will you create something new by bringing together many influences, giving them all credit, and blending them in a unique way? OR Will you primarily use one established method from a mentor and jump through the hoops of getting that license or certification or purchasing that curriculum, so that you can use it in its entirety and put their name on it? To figure this out, ask yourself: What is the truest, most high quality and aligned offering you can make right now? Which choice will be of the highest service to your participants? A good reason to use someone else's method is that you feel clear that it is the most aligned choice. A misguided reason to use someone else's method is that you think it will be easier to create and sell it. Since you're creating this program within your business, you will likely be working just as hard with either choice. Whether you sell someone else's method or create your own, you will… Identify who it's for (your niche) Create or adapt the program Do messaging and marketing work to bring in participants In the business I'm running now, I've created my own method while giving a ton of credit to the people I've learn from. You can't get through my program without hearing about Tara McMullin, the business strategist who has had the biggest influence on me. And you hear about many other folks whose influences are woven into my programs. At this point I'm so hooked on creating my own processes and weaving together many influences, I can't imagine I'll ever teach someone else's entire method ever again. But once I did! In this week's episode, I share a story about running a couples workshop using someone else's method with permission. Listen to learn from my experience so you can skip my mistakes. Show notes at https://rebeltherapist.me/podcast/210

This is the second episode in my new series, "Strange New Work." Artist and writer Morgan Harper Nichols is a world-builder. She says, "Worldbuilding, for me, [is] a form of expansive hope—a necessary imagination for being alive." What is world-building? It's the process of creating secondary, fictional worlds. There's world-building in all sorts of fiction—but especially science fiction, speculative fiction, and fantasy.And world-building as a practice—a necessary imagination—can be a tool for mapping a better work environment, too.Footnotes: Find out more about Morgan Harper Nichols on Substack, her website, and Instagram. Read the piece that inspired this conversation. The Years of Rice and Salt by Kim Stanley Robinson N.K. Jemisin on world-building on Wired and LitHub To Write Love On Her Arms "What is capitalist realism?" by Tara McMullin, featuring Iggy Perillo Every episode of What Works is also shared as an essay at whatworks.fyi—become a free subscriber to get weekly posts delivered to your inbox or upgrade to a premium subscription for access to bonus content and quarterly workshops for just $7 per month!All of the books I mention in this series are in the Strange New Work Bookshop list. ★ Support this podcast ★

In response to their conversation with Tara McMullin, Isaac and Nessa jump deeper into the human approach to work and event planning. From the importance of context and personal experiences to the need for a more qualitative measurement of success, they discuss how brands and events can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Learn how a simple conversation can provide more valuable feedback than anonymous forms, and how community event planning can create memorable, impactful experiences. Key Topics and Takeaways0:03:34 - Healthy Communities Through Engagement and Support We reflect on the conversation we had with Tara McMullin in the last episode and talk about self-reflection and how it informs the way we relate to and identify with others. We discuss the concept of community, and how it's built on mutual support and understanding. We explore the idea of taking someone's writing and engaging with it as a valid sense of community, and how this idea relates to the future of work. We also share some of the books that we've read and make recommendations for our listeners.0:09:40 - Social Media Shifts and Pro-Human EventsWe explore how the use of social media has changed the way people interact online. We discuss how people are becoming more aware of the effects that social media platforms have on our psyche and how people are becoming more skeptical and strict about how and where they engage. We also talk about how this shift is affecting event marketing and how brands find people online. Finally, we examine how events can support a more pro-human community, workplace and culture.0:18:06 - The Importance of a Pro-Human Approach We investigate the importance of a human approach to our work and how we can create deeper connections with our clients and audiences. We look at context and how our personal and social experiences are influencing our decisions. We also look at the need to measure success beyond just numbers, and the importance of qualitative data in understanding our audience. We discuss how brands and events need to adapt to changing contexts in order to be successful. Finally, we explore how having conversations with attendees can give us more valuable feedback than anonymous forms.Want to dive deeper? Take our free 30 minute training, Community Event Mastery. Access it here.Additional ResourcesArticle: Why are Big Brands Leaving Social Media and Reinvesting in PR Article: Why your Favorite Brands Might be Taking a Social Media BreakArticle: The Future of Social Media is a Lot Less SocialWant to dive deeper? Take our free 30 minute training, Community Event Mastery. Access it here. Next episode: Crafting an Authentic Learning Experience with Breanne Dyck of Visionary CEO AcademyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

How do we honor our humanness when engaging with others, especially in an increasingly anti-human landscape? Join us as we welcome Tara McMullin, a renowned writer, podcaster, and producer who has spent over a decade investigating the future of work. Tara shares her evolving perspectives on work, business, and how she navigates this complex landscape through her writing. From the challenges of leading an online community to reimagining community in a digital age, Tara offers valuable insights on fostering connection in today's world. Guest BioTara McMullin is a writer, podcaster, and producer who has dedicated her career to exploring the future of work. With a wealth of experience spanning over 14 years, Tara has become a go-to resource for coaches, influencers, educators, and professionals in various fields. Her book, "What Works? A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal Setting," offers valuable insights and strategies for achieving success in the rapidly changing business landscape. Tara's expertise extends to hosting the popular podcast "What Works?", where she engages in meaningful conversations about navigating the 21st-century economy while preserving our humanity. Her work has been featured in leading publications, including Fast Company, The Muse, and Quartz.Listen to the What Works Podcast here.Learn more about Tara's work and read her writing here.Key Takeaways00:11:58 Community management and the emotional labor it requires.Discover how the emotional labor involved in moderating online spaces can shape our digital experiences. Tara dives into the crucial yet often overlooked roles of moderation and community management in today's digital landscape. She also opens up about her personal journey, grappling with mental health and a sense of identity, which led to a significant awakening regarding self-care and how she engages with online communities.0:33:23 How do you define community?Tara shares how she finds a sense of community by immersing herself in the work of others, such as reading books, listening to podcasts, and engaging with writers on platforms like Substack. Her goal is to create work that resonates with and serves others, even if it's not through direct interactions like DMs or comments. Community doesn't require a minimum number of interactions or minimum criteria as long as mutual concern exists.00:40:00 “Where am I drawing attention to my human value?”Tara emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the humanness of individuals in online interactions. She discusses the need to move beyond perceiving others as mere users or avatars and instead engage with them on a deeper level. By embracing our shared humanity, Tara believes we can foster authentic connections that transcend the limitations of platform-centric interactions.Additional ResourcesWhat Works? A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal Setting by Tara McMullin: Tara McMullin shows you how to transform the way you set and achieve your goals to create a gentler and more fulfilling way to work toward what you truly want. In the book, you'll explore what's driving your pursuit of “more” (more money, more things, more prestige, etc.), set commitments to help orient your growth, and organize your actions as part of a holistic learning process.Immunity to Change Framework by Robert Keegan...

Join Tara McMullin for a journey into the far future of work, and consider how we can create more humane, inclusive, and supportive work environment. The first episode of Strange New Work drops September 14! You can find Strange New Work wherever you listen to podcasts—and each new episode will drop in the What Works feed, too!Support the show at: whatworks.fyi Strange New Work is brought to you by What Works with Tara McMullin and YellowHouse.Media. ★ Support this podcast ★

We're shifting gears a little bit on the podcast this week! Tara McMullin joins me for a conversation about goal setting, money and finances, and the economy (because, let's face it, sometimes it's confusing). I've known Tara for over a decade, she is so incredibly smart, and I am excited to introduce her to you finally! For those new to Tara, here is a little more about her. Tara is a writer, podcaster, and producer. For over 13 years, she's studied small business owners—how they live, how they work, what influences them, and what they hope for the future. She's the author of What Works: A Comprehensive Framework To Change The Way We Approach Goal Setting.  Featured topics: The different types of goal setting and the overlap between goals and finances (5:31) The expectation of unrelenting growth is unrealistic and at the root of many things wrong in our financial system (13:05) How culture impacts the way we view money and growth (14:07) Our economy: breaking down business and economic understanding. (19:15) The passion paradigm and why is it important to understand it (23:26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara McMullin was diagnosed with autism at the age of 38, and it put her previous struggles with work and the structures we have around work in a new light. Now, she knows how to build her work day and work relationships in a way that's healthier for how her brain works. The author and business coach shares what work was like for her before and after diagnosis, and what anyone in the work world can learn about controlling how and when they work.  You can listen to Tara's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-works/id1054027973

Does it ever feel like you simply cannot keep up with the demand to make more and more and more content? There's a reason for that. Social media was made for us to connect with friends, build relationships, and create a community, right? Wrong. Tara breaks down the business model for social media platforms which actually tells us that these platforms are created to learn our online behaviors, turn that into data, which they turn around and sell as ad space based on our audiences and interests. So, hold the phone... All of my behaviors, business information, and content that I make to try and get the algorithm to like me is just making them money? YUP. It's not fun to realize that the content we are working so hard on is probably working out a lot better for them than it is for us. Tune in to hear more from Tara about how your content can work for you, and not just for the big-name social media platforms! Tara and I chat about: The myth of 'Grow or Die' mentality How to survive online, and feel good about what you're posting Practicing digital ecology Go to: https://deannaseymour.com/less-content-more-connection for the full show notes & transcripts Would you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.

[33:08] You've heard of a meditation practice, yoga, or writing practice, but a podcast practice? Tara demystifies this & shares her passion for it as well.

  I used to ask every podcast guest: “What productivity or time management hacks do you use as an entrepreneur?” I've stopped asking that. I'm no longer lit up by trying to make my habits atomic or maximize my time. The work of Tricia Hersey, Ebony Janice Moore, Tara McMullin and others has helped me (along with everyone I know) to question whether productivity is the measure to focus on and strive for. We're here to heal, play, love and rest and BE, and when we do more of those things, we make it more possible to create the world we want. When we're talking about running a small business, which is my lane, I find that to create something new like a new business or a new program, we need something different than productivity or time management. We need to nurture our creative energy. How do I know time management and productivity alone are not the answer? When suddenly given a huge amount of time, we don't usually make as much progress as we had hoped to. We might use that time scrolling or spinning our wheels. Lots of folks discovered this during lock down. So when a person asks me how many hours a week it takes to build a program beyond private practice, I could say…at least 3, better 5, and better yet 10. But really, I find that nurturing your creative energy for an entrepreneurial project is more important than how many hours you give it. Side note for folks running private practices: Running a private practice might be a bit different… It's a terrible idea, and I don't recommend it, but you may have noticed that you CAN run a private practice with scraps of energy, at least for a while. You probably know how to scrape together those scraps or energy to show up for your clients. Here's what Katherine Eastlake says. She runs a private practice and has a program for therapists wanting to deepen embodied practice. “I can be fairly dysregulated and settle quickly when a client walks into my room/pops up on Zoom. But when I am writing my newsletter or designing a training, I feel like I need more time and space to ground myself and orient to the process. It is a different energy with different requirements of my mind and body.” To move beyond private practice and create something new, like a signature program, you can't just add time and productivity hacks. Pomodoro timers and to-do lists are not going to get you there. You need to access your creative energy, and that means devoting yourself to replenishing that energy. Here are five ways I nurture my creative energy:      1. Devote myself to the things that make me feel expansive. I get creative energy when I devote myself to all the things that make me feel more expansive. I need to play, feeling my feelings, talk to people who inspire me, listen to podcasts and music that move me, go on walks, sing, and dance.       2. Set deadlines that people know about. There's a sweet spot for each of us between having deadlines and having the freedom to move at our own pace. I crave more freedom when I'm facing too many deadlines, but when completely lack deadlines, I'm not creating a lot. Even this episode would not necessarily be here if I had no deadline for it. I used to be so internally motivated that I could set my own deadlines that no one knew about and I'd meet them. Um…hypervigilant much? You spotted that? Yes I was. Now I find that I need to share my deadlines with others.      3. Make room for discomfort in the creative process. Expect really itchy moments when you have to keep trying/writing/talking/moving your pen so that the work actually happens. Expect a 3 hour task to take 10 hours sometimes. Expect to feel like you can't do this and know that doesn't mean you can't do this. Expect to feel like leaving. Let your frustration tolerance build. All of that discomfort is part of opening up to creative energy.      4. Avoid certain things. In order to access creative energy, I avoid… Social media Comparison Expecting myself to get other things done as much or as well New tech platforms or tools      5. Find or build a community so we're mutually supporting each other in accessing our creative energy. Build or find a Community of other creators who commit to creating when the world wouldn't say they have to. Entrepreneurs are a good bet because they've signed up for the tricky thing you've signed up for: They're creating what they want to create AND they're finding a way to make good money with it. That's a different challenge than creating only for the sake of creating. And speaking of community, I have an assignment ready for you, if you choose to accept it. Choose someone you trust who believes in you and will give you a loving kick in the pants and send them an email. Here's your loose script: “I'm planning on doing something brave. (Here's what it is). I may try to talk myself out of it. Will you please support me and encourage me in doing it?” Please bcc me if you like at info@coachingwithannie.com. I'd LOVE to know that you did this assignment. Show notes at https://rebeltherapist.me/podcast/204

The book Capitalist Realism by Mark Fisher can come off as a dark exposé of the problems we cause ourselves because we've ingested and internalized capitalism to the point that we can't even imagine another system for a functional world. It can also be read as an introspective chat with the worst of ourselves, with a few exciting movie references along the way. Instead, author and intellectual Tara McMullin and I take another approach to the potentially heavy content: we dig into how we understand where we are and how it helps us make better choices moving forward as workers, leaders and humans. And laughter - there is a ton of laughter in our conversation. It's not all gloom, people. You can find Tara's excellent, mind-expanding newsletter at: explorewhatworks.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/booksapplied/support

Why is it that when we introduce ourselves we lead with what we DO instead of who we are?I dig into that question and others with Tara McMullin – a writer, podcaster, and business owner who is also a wife, mother, feminist, and so much more.In her book and on her podcast, both titled What Works, Tara regularly delves into the hidden systems and structures at play in our daily lives with uncanny insight.The result? An opportunity to move through life with eyes wide open.Today, we're peeling back the layers of capitalism and how it informs every part of our 21st-century lives.We also talk about how recognition for her ideas has built slowly, why she's changed communication tactics over the years, and why it's critical to choose a medium that fuels your creativity.Listen to the full episode to hear:The fundamental questions that drive Tara's work and how she's come to contextualize that motivating force with learning she is autisticHow neoliberal capitalism has become the “air we breathe” economically, politically, socially, and culturallyHow our relationship to the market and labor informs how we see ourselves and why it's so important to expand our identities beyond workWhy a healthier, more whole life is not an endpoint, but a constant process of noticing and making more intentional choicesThe power of iteration and cumulative recognition in Tara's careerHow What Works has evolved over the years and why Tara made the shift to a narrative format Learn more about Tara McMullin:What WorksInstagram: @tara_mcmullinConnect with Tara on LinkedInLearn more about Mary Knox Miller:Thought Leader MediaConnect on LinkedInResources:Jim Sinclair

Have you ever felt like you needed more? More money, more prestige, more status, and more accomplishment? In this week's podcast episode Tara McMullin, the author of What Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal-Setting, helps us peek behind the curtain. Listen in as she unpacks the programming creating this lack of satisfaction and gives us important clues about how to de-program ourselves. Tara will help us focus on being in process with ourselves instead of seeking ever more, ever more.Join Tara McMullin and Dr. Amanda Crowell as we discuss:How our culture creates a need for more, more, moreHow to help our children avoid the burnout and overworking programming from the startHow to use technological tools as tools, instead of as further indications that we aren't doing things right

Tara McMullin is the author of What Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal-Setting. The book examines the social and economic systems that influence what we strive for. It guides the reader through turning an achievement-oriented life into a practice-oriented life, reshaping how they set goals, make plans, and execute daily work in the process.Links and ResourcesMore on Tara McMullinLead to Soar SummitLead to Soar is a global online network for businesswomen, a podcast, and we host live-streaming and in person events to help women have a career that soars! The podcast is hosted by Mel Butcher (melbutcher.com) and Michelle Redfern (michelleredfern.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jonathan Stewart about the 4 Main Traits to Figure Out Your Productivity Personality. Based in the UK and Founder of Simplicity Specialist, Jonathan Stewart (https://www.linkedin.com/company/simplicityspecialist/) is a neurodivergent entrepreneur, out-of-the-box business coach, systems specialist, and a Notion Certified Consultant dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build a business that works for them — helping them break free of traditional business advice and finding joy in their business. Along with that, Jonathan hosts two must-listen podcasts, Working Well in Business and Notion Nerds. He has also been featured on the popular podcast What Works with Tara McMullin and was a guest speaker at the recent Introvertprenuer Summit. Part of the LinkedIn Podcast Network #LinkedInPresents Further explore the topics discussed in this episode with the new HCIConsulting Chatbot: https://poe.com/HCIConsulting. Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! Check out Manifest at at usemanifest.com/HCI. Check out CrowdHealth and start your free trial at joincrowdhealth.com and use promo code HCI. Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work! Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader. Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership. Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine. Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 627454) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™). Human Capital Innovations has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. Each HCI Podcast episode qualifies for a maximum of 0.50 points. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When today's guest, Kelli Thompson, was overwhelmed by opportunity—a level of success she had been dreaming of and working diligently toward—she knew she needed a roadmap to better manage her time and energy, stat. In this conversation, we unpack how she created an Energy Capacity Plan (a woman after my own spreadsheet-loving heart!), how to create yours, why it doesn't need to be a detailed calendar grid sliced into specific 15-minute increments, and how that plan can inform your pricing. In the second half, we also talk about masterminds — when to join, what to watch out for, and how to determine which one/s are right for you. If you haven't already, be sure to check out our conversation for the Pivot podcast on 315: Intuition-Building, Spotting Pedestal Syndrome, and Closing the Confidence Gap. More About Kelli: Kelli Thompson is a women's leadership coach and speaker who helps women advance to the rooms where decisions are made. She has coached and trained hundreds of women to trust themselves, lead with more confidence, and create a career they love. She is the founder of the Clarity & Confidence Women's Leadership Program, and a Stevie Award winner for Women in Business—Coach of the Year. She is the author of Closing The Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential & Your Paycheck, which was selected as a must-read by The Next Big Idea Club.

How ambitious are you? More importantly, how ambitious do you want to be in different areas of life and work? Today's guest, Kathy Oneto, takes the long view on goals, especially for those of us who are naturally inclined to overwork until we burn out. Instead, we can be more intentional by toggling the dials of right ambition, right effort, and right time up and down as we move through different seasons. In this conversation, Kathy and I discuss managing ambition anxiety, how to know if you're bumping up against what Gay Hendricks calls an “Upper Limit Problem” versus your “truest fit reduced ambition,” mapping energy vs. urgency, and how to know when ambitions or life seasons have truly shifted versus handling a short-term setback. More About Kathy: Kathy Oneto is a strategy executive and life-work coach who is passionate about helping people succeed on their terms at work and in life. She is the host of the Sustainable Ambition podcast. Kathy champions being consciously ambitious and crafting fulfilling work from decade to decade without sacrificing your life or yourself. She is the author of the Sustainable Ambition 12-Month Workbook and Planner: Your Life plus Work Resilience Prescription and My Little Book of Curiosity: 26 Inquiries to Inspire What's Next for Your Life and Work.

In our one-year anniversary episode, Jennifer talks to Tara McMullin about our relationship to work, how we make & find meaning, and and begin to feel emotionally sustainable in all aspects of our lives all the through the lens of curiosity, context, and care. They talk about work-life integration, understanding our capacity, how to allocate resources and how small adjustments can make a huge shift. They also talk about how identities are not defined by the doing, present questions like, “who am I without the doing” and “do I have what I need to do this well,” and begin to offer alternate ways of approaching a more satisfied life.    About Tara: Tara McMullin is a writer, podcaster, and producer. For over 14 years, she's studied small business owners—how they live, how they work, what influences them, and what they hope for the future. She's the author of What Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal-Setting. The book challenges the lessons we've learned about goals and productivity through culture and proposes a radical shift: structuring our lives around practice rather than achievement. She's the host of What Works, a podcast about navigating the 21st-century economy with your humanity intact. Tara is also co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a boutique podcast production company. Her work has been featured in Fast Company, The Muse, and Quartz.   Tara's IG: @Tara_McMullin Tara's Website: www.explorewhatworks.com Want to coach with Jennifer? Schedule a session here! https://appt.link/jenniferapple Monologue Sourcing Promo Link! https://empoweredartistcollective.com/podcastpromo Learn more: https://www.empoweredartistcollective.com/podcast EAC IG: @EmpoweredArtistCollective  EAC TikTok: @EmpowerArtistCollective EAC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empoweredartistcollective/ Sign up for our newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/8e72e8dcb662/stay-in-touch Check Out Our Merch! https://www.empoweredartistcollective.threadless.com/ Any thoughts you'd like to share? Email us at EmpoweredArtistCollective@gmail.com

One of the biggest lessons I learned from author Nassim Taleb is that whenever he finds himself bored with what he's writing, he stops. His logic? Surely if you are bored as the author, your readers will be too. Taleb takes it as a sign to drop that direction or concept altogether unless he figures out a way to get excited about it again.  In Free Time, I share a similar sentiment: how we bake is as important as what we make. That means that working on your big ideas—whether a project as complex as a book or a single article or podcast episode—should be fun! It doesn't have to be an overwhelming slog where you're stuck staring at a blinking cursor on a blank page, though even the stress of that is being lessened every day by generative AI tools like ChatGPT. In today's episode of the Author Toolkit Q&A series, I share five strategies that help me reduce overwhelm when writing (hint: which really means doing better thinking in advance). If you haven't already, be sure to check out the free Author Toolkit here »

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to productivity and business expert Jonathan Stewart. Jonathan talks to us about the 4 main traits to figure out your productivity personality. Based in the UK and Founder of Simplicity Specialist, Jonathan Stewart is a neurodivergent entrepreneur, out-of-the-box business coach, systems specialist, and a Notion Certified Consultant dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build a business that works for them — helping them break free of traditional business advice and finding joy in their business. Along with that, Jonathan hosts two must-listen podcasts, Working Well in Business and Notion Nerds. He has also been featured on the popular podcast What Works with Tara McMullin and was a guest speaker at the recent Introvertprenuer Summit. Over the last decade, through his love of psychology, the study of human nature, and teaching guitar lessons, Jonathan realized the traditional business model doesn't work for everyone. He has used that knowledge and experience to educate hundreds of entrepreneurs on how to break the mold and make their businesses work with them rather than against them through finding the right tools and systems. His mindset has stayed the same throughout — simple doesn't mean less, sometimes it means adding more to make business easier. This has helped Jonathan spend more time with his family, have more fun and joy in his business, and help others find the same.

It is estimated that between 15 and 20 percent of the world's population is neurodivergent, a term which includes those with autism spectrum disorder, ADD or ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette syndrome, and more. Many who are neurodivergent become excellent leaders and even start their own businesses. How do neurodivergent entrepreneurs do business differently? What unique perspectives and skills set them apart? We spoke with Jonathan Stewart, a neurodivergent entrepreneur who helps leaders like him build the business that works for them. Based in the UK and Founder of Simplicity Specialist, Jonathan Stewart is a neurodivergent entrepreneur, out-of-the-box business coach, systems specialist, and a Notion Certified Consultant dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build a business that works for them — helping them break free of traditional business advice and finding joy in their business. Along with that, Jonathan hosts two must-listen podcasts, Working Well in Business and Notion Nerds. He has also been featured on the popular podcast What Works with Tara McMullin and was a guest speaker at the recent Introvertprenuer Summit. Over the last decade, through his love of psychology, the study of human nature, and teaching guitar lessons, Jonathan realized the traditional business model doesn't work for everyone. He has used that knowledge and experience to educate hundreds of entrepreneurs on how to break the mold and make their businesses work with them rather than against them through finding the right tools and systems.Read more at petite2queen.com/neurodivergent-entrepreneurs-businessSupport the show

Juggling a schedule for one person is tricky enough; for a two-entrepreneur household with kids, it's another thing altogether! Learn how Jess and Dave make time for each other, for themselves, and for their deep work in today's conversation about creating free time together as a family. More About Jessica: Jessica Marati Radparvar is a social impact strategist motivated by the belief that doing the right thing should be as easy as humanly possible. She is the founder of Reconsidered, a boutique consultancy and content platform that helps impact leaders drive bigger, bolder, more sustainable change. More About Dave: Dave Radparvar is an entrepreneur, father, and amateur skateboarder. In 2009, he co-founded Holstee, a company that offers inspiration and tools to help you live a more meaningful life. In 2020, he co-founded Reflection.app, a guided digital journal for mental wellness. Dave lives in Amsterdam with Jess and their son Shilo.

Leaving the cool shade of a corporate tree with a great salary and benefits to start a business is never easy. But making the call mere months before a global pandemic hits seems on the surface to be ill-timed—to say the least. Or perhaps cosmic.  Don't feel bad for Tony McGaharan, who is a pro at finding the silver lining in any situation. Suddenly the market for his budding business went from Belfast to global through virtual events, and his business is thriving because of it. In this conversation, we cover how he knew it was time to give his two-weeks notice (and not just pivot internally), how he addressed financial fears of leaving a six-figure salary, navigating the first few months of the pandemic as a new business owner, and how he builds relationships to generate new business—including Google still a key part of his client roster. As his coach says to him, “Be careful what you do because what you do, you do more of.” More About Tony: Tony is a Leadership Development expert who previously worked for Google's People Operations in Dublin, Singapore, and London. He is an experienced leader, effective facilitator, and qualified coach on and off the basketball court. He founded People Playbook in 2020, host of the Three Points podcast, and has partnered with a diverse range of organizations across the globe to design and deliver purpose-built leadership development programs.

As I share in Free Time, nowhere is entropy more visually evident than in older homes or ones in nature. I remember staying at a cabin in the Catskills, where I could see right before my eyes all forms of plants and animals encroaching on the once-pristine house.  Without upkeep, a dead tree teetered precariously toward the roof, weeds started overtaking the grass, spiders made themselves comfortable in bathroom corners, giant carpenter ants traversed the kitchen counters, and we spotted a garden snake crawling into the crevices of the outdoor hot tub. Entropy, defined as a gradual decline into disorder, is intrinsic to all organic systems, and it's happening in your business, too. In this episode, I'm talking about entropic bloat and why we need to actively decide to do less, giving our business regular “haircuts” along the way.

Charlene Lam is a certified grief coach, speaker and the founder of The Grief Gallery. After her mother died suddenly in 2013, she leaned into her creativity and instincts as a curator to guide herself through grief. That work led her to help other people to process their grief and losses. Charlene believes we are ALL curators after a loved one dies. Her Curating Grief coaching framework is designed to be a creative and accessible way to process grief. She provides grief coaching to help bereaved people to feel less alone and better equipped to deal with the practical and emotional aftermath of losing a loved one. And when they're ready, to transform their pain, loss and grief into something beautiful so they can move forward with living their own fullest lives. As curator of The Grief Gallery, she presents exhibitions exploring death and grief during international design events and festivals, including NYCxDESIGN, DesignTO (Toronto) and the London Design Festival. She speaks about the power of art, creativity, story and meaning making for healthy grieving and post-traumatic growth. She's the author of the forthcoming book Curating Grief: A Creative Guide to Choosing What to Keep After a Loved One Dies. Her podcast guest appearances include Late Bloomer Living, and the What Works podcast with Tara McMullin. A proud Chinese-American New Yorker (like her mother!), she's currently based in Lisbon, Portugal and works with clients worldwide.

Tara McMullin is a speaker, writer and host of the What Works podcast. In this episode, Tara shares a refreshingly grounded antidote to our culture's relentless pursuit of more. Take a listen to learn how to determine what is driving your own pursuit of more and how you can shift into a healthy gear, doing more of what works and without the shame of not succeeding overnight. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are your current goals truly helping you to be the person you want to be and to create the business you'd most like to run? Or are you simply striving for a goal that you were told you should achieve by someone else or society? In this episode, Emily is joined by Tara McMullin to discuss how we can shift our approach to setting goals in a more integrated and holistic way. One that considers your big-picture vision, personal values, and resource availability so that you can find more fulfillment.Get full shownotes for this episode here >>— Listen to more Being Boss shows on our website, on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclubJoin the Being Boss Community: beingboss.club/community

On this episode of The Savvy Social Podcast, I'm sharing my interview with Tara McMullin on her What Works podcast. Tara was a big inspiration to me during a tough 2018 in my business so being on her podcast was an honor. In this episode, Tara and I dive deep into finding the balance between relationship-building and marketing your agency, and I share my approach to incorporating marketing into your greater business-building strategy. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about:  My relationship-focused social media strategy How I avoid being a wallflower at live events Marketing vs. Building An Audience Why branding is all about the feels How small biz owners can use social media without being an expert What I would do if Savvy Social School were my only business …And More!   This Episode Was Made Possible By: Social Media Rockstar Framework Free Course The Social Media Rockstar Framework is your chance to pull back the curtain and get insights on how to build a social media strategy that works for you, learn how to create (and implement) a simple and effective content plan, convert followers into buyers, and much more. Register for this FREE course and gain the confidence you need to use social media as a tool to grow your business: https://onlinedrea.com/free   Special thanks to: Tara McMullin, host of What Works Podcast Listen to the original episode here: https://www.whatworkspodcast.com/ep-335-finding-the-right-strategy-to-market-your-business-with-savvy-social-podcast-host-andrea-jones/ Website: https://www.whatworkspodcast.com/ Follow Tara on social media:Twitter: http://twitter.com/taragentile Instagram: http://instagram.com/tara_mcmullin LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/taragentile Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/231

In this interview you'll learn about how to make decisions that fit your personality and values. Tara McMullin is the author of What Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal Setting and entrepreneur. One of my favorite parts of this interview is learning how she encourages herself to build good habits. Highlights from the interview: What would Tara's nine-year-old self think of her today.How to stay true to yourself.Getting comfortable making her own decisions.Developing the ability to understand what is important.How to be aware of what matters to you.The importance of pattern recognition.Understanding pattern: What is going on? Why did it come up? How can I relate it this stimulus differently?How to stop judging others when they trigger anger within us.Our tools have a big effect on our happiness.How to make a list that your future self will thank you for.Having context is key before you start your tasks.How to use energy management to get the most out of your work.The technology we use can hold our productivity back.Navigating her weaknesses to help you stay on track with her important work.Acknowledging our limitations is important to functioning well.How she can get back to doing deeper work when she is going through a difficult time.How she practices the commitment to belongings.How she encourages good behavior so she can install new habits in her life.Seeing your decisions as a symphony instead of random choices.How she noticed that she was playing small in the game of life.Most impactful book in her career. You can learn more about Tara over at his website Explore What Works. You can also connect with her on Linkedin.  And as always if you have any questions or want to submit a guest for the podcast that you think would be amazing just reach out on Dig to Fly and I'll do my best to get them on. If you enjoy the interview please take 30 seconds to rate the Dig to Fly podcast on your favorite platform. Thanks!

This is one of my all-time favorite episodes!!  Do. Not. Miss. It!The New Year is almost upon us…and so is the “new year, new you” marketing. We're taking a fresh look at this concept, as well as goal setting with today's guest, Tara McMullin. Tara has recently published an incredible new book entitled: “What Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal Setting.”We discuss topics such as the: Challenge that occurs when you base your identity on your accomplishmentsDichotomy of personal types when it comes to goal settingQuestion of “What does growth without striving look like?”Difference between “achievement orientation” vs. “practice orientation.”Approach you can take going into the new year that will work for YOUMental Health Stigmas that stop us from appreciating people's uniqueness------------------------------------------------------Interested in hiring Michelle as a coach, educator, or speaker? Click HERE. ------------------------------------------------------Looking for a great gift for your clients, colleagues, or team members? How about Tara's new book, What Works? It's a great way to spread the message that we don't have to do things the way they've always been done. And you can provide a little relief when it comes to all that "New Year, New You" garbage.Grab your copy here!Learn more about our incredible guest, Tara McMullin, by visiting her website. You can also connect with Tara through her LinkedIn,Instagram, or Twitter. 

This week I'm joined by Tara McMullin, a writer, podcaster, and producer who helps people navigate the 21st-century economy without losing humanity. Tara has been studying small business owners online for over 14 years and poses big questions about how to work better and take better care of ourselves and each other. She joins me this week for an interesting conversation about how she has been reimagining the whole idea of goal-setting and how you can do the same.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://tobifairley.com/240/

How do you build a more intentional relationship with work in a way that honors your values, neurology, strengths, and interests?  If you're wanting to incorporate more purpose and meaning into the way you approach work, this episode of the Lead with Love podcast is for you.   In this conversation, I get cozy with Tara McMullin and we talk about redefining how we approach goal-setting, achievement, and productivity.   Tara is a writer, podcaster, producer, and co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a boutique podcast production company. For over 13 years, she's studied small business owners—how they live, how they work, what influences them, and what they hope for the future–– she shares her findings on her podcast What Works. Tara has been featured in Fast Company, The Startup, The Muse, and The Huffington Post.    She's also the author of What Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal-Setting.   Are you ready to join the Anti-Hustle movement? Preorder my new book She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life at shebuilds.com.   What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!): :: The way that self-assessment helped Tara find her new strengths that she is carrying forward on her journey  :: What it looks like to face resistance when pivoting  :: Tara's tips on scheduling, time management and setting parameters for energy management  ::  Why we need to change the way we approach goal setting  :: What the process of shifting from achievement-based satisfaction to self-satisfaction looks like  You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/192

People ask me all the time “What should I do now to grow my business?” Often they say: “I heard….is a good idea. Should l do that?” Every online business expert is selling their thing to us. (Including me!) Our friends and colleagues tell us that what they are doing now is THE thing that works. It's confusing to figure out what to invest our time and money in and what to try. What should YOU focus on next? People ask me whether they should: Figure out their visual Branding. Uplevel their Website design. Learn Copywriting skills Learn email marketing skills Dive into Social media strategy Get on Tiktok Buy legal templates Redesign their curriculum Join a high priced mastermind Buy another business course Learn how to run paid ads Start a podcast Start being a guest on podcasts Create a self-led course Hire a virtual assistant or an online business manager Invest in a new tech platform to get organized Create a monthly membership How do you figure out what you should do? I've gotten really clear that before we talk about WHAT you should do, we need to talk WHEN you should do certain things. If you ask me whether you should hire a social media manager or create a monthly membership or take a copywriting course or really anything…my first question will be: Where are you in your business right this minute? I used to be way more agnostic about this. If you worked with me in 2018 you might have heard me say…sure it might not be ideal but…you COULD try a monthly membership as your first thing. I didn't want to take anyone's freedom away. I got clear pretty fast that doing things in the wrong order sets us up to lose money and feel miserable. As you're creating a business beyond private practice, and stepping into the world of online services that are not therapy, you can waste a TON of time and money doing things in the wrong order. Even if those are not the wrong things to do. I sometimes hear very sad stories from people who started with the wrong things. People tell me they invested in 20K coaching programs as one of their first steps in business beyond private practice. Those programs taught them to use complicated funnels including paid ads and webinars. I've talked to other folks who started hiring a team as their first thing. They figured since the marketing felt hard, they'd start by hiring someone to “take over all of their marketing.” Other people got advice that they should grow a huge social media following as their first step. Their businesses were not at the right stage for any of those moves, and their frustration and sadness comes from feeling like they've failed, they've wasted tons of money, and even believing it's their fault. Any of those moves might make sense at the right time. I'm not saying coaching programs should never cost 20k. That's not the takeaway. For some business owners, hiring someone to help you implement your marketing strategy might make sense when you're at a certain stage. And developing a social media following is still part of a sound strategy for some business owners. Here's a small tangent on that one. Growing a huge audience as your first step used to work. That's why people keep teaching it. Tara McMullin, one of my mentors, and my guest in the last episode, wrote a wonderful article titled: You Can't Grow an Audience Like You Used To (and That's Okay) Tara walks us through the history of online marketing and explains why the strategy of growing a huge audience and THEN starting to sell stuff to them worked in the past and is not working any longer. If you're thinking…"but that's what Pat Flynn did! That's what Amy Porterfield did!" you might want to read that article. End of tangent. You've gotta take steps to create and then grow your business in the right order. Just like you have to build a house in the right order. You shouldn't start with the roof. So what ARE the first things to do when you're in stage one of a new business? (Perhaps you've already got a private practice, but we're talking about creating a NEW business beyond private practice. Any new business starts at stage 1.) Stage one has 3 steps. Those 3 steps are to identify a viable niche, create a highly valuable offer for that niche, and sell that offer. Let's go through each of those for a moment. The first step is to identify a viable niche. If you want to hear me talk through the process of choosing your niche, head to my episode titled The Best Niches Beyond Private Practice. Sometimes therapists and healers want to skip or rush through this step. Niche work can feel tedious. It can feel limiting. It can feel…NOT like what you want to do first! And maybe you know you can serve a whole bunch of different niches really well. Maybe in your private practice you haven't niched and you're very successful. Well… creating a signature program and a business beyond private practice with a vague or broad niche is VERY difficult and sets you up to feel discouraged and sad. So go listen to that niching episode to hear examples of viable niches and what makes a great niche. Step two is to create and a pilot or beta offer for that niche. Do this quickly so that you find out whether your idea works and so that you can start making money. Your pilot is going to be highly interactive, and you're going to deliver it 1:1 or to a very small group. You're crafting your pilot for the people in your niche, based on exactly what they need from you and what you're great at delivering. Sometimes therapists want to skip over this step and create a passive online course or start building a monthly membership. Don't start there. Because: That only possibly works when you've got a lot of people aware of your work and in your audience. Even if you have a big audience, every offer should start live and interactive. That's how you're gonna build the best offer. If you pre-record videos for your pilot, you're going to be re-recording them for round 2. You might as well save yourself ALL of those hours. The formats I recommend for a pilot are: Small-group coaching 1:1 coaching Training or consulting package for an organization Workshop Retreat Once you've done those first 2 steps, identifying your niche and crafting your pilot offer, you're ready for the next step. Step 3 is to sell your program. You'll do this through a relational/soft launch. You're going to tell everyone you know that you've created this pilot, and you're going to invite your first participants. A relational launch will include reaching out personally to your colleagues, announcing your offer in communities you belong to, sending personal invites to potential participants, offering discovery calls to people who are considering signing up, and maybe running free interactive events like a Q&A or a free workshop over zoom. If you're not sure whether enough people are aware of your work and ready to make those referrals, you're going to start with a 1:1 offer even if you KNOW you're going to turn it into a group offer soon. A lot of people ask me how long it takes to move through those 3 steps. You can go through them in 8 weeks or you can take up to a year. That length of time depends on: your focus whether you get led away to other opportunities how much time you can dedicate to the process whether you try out some vague niches or wrong-fit pilots whether the tech involved in these steps trips you up your willingness to ask people to spread the word your willingness to invite people to your program your ability to communicate your understanding of your right fit person's situation your ability to communicate the value of your offer There's one more thing you might want to do in stage one. You're probably going to want to start an email list. If there's a good chance you're going to stick with this niche, you'll likely regret not having started an email list. And don't do ANYTHING else until you're through stage one. Don't focus on branding or naming or Tiktok or anything else. Those activities will take you away from your first 3 steps. And you won't get much value from those things until you've done those 3 steps. Any skilled branding expert or web designer or copywriter is going to ask you to tell them about and show them your foundation. Then they can help you amplify it. If you don't have a business, there's nothing to amplify. But what about tech platforms? The only tech/platform things you might need or want are: A simple, DIY, one or 2 page website for describing and selling your offer A simple checkout process so that people can pay you The minimal platforms needed to deliver the program (like zoom) And perhaps you'll want Legal templates An email marketing service so that interested people can get on your email list Invest in a working with a business coach in stage one ONLY if you think they will help you get it done faster, you can pay for that help without going into debt, and it costs an amount you can soon make back. Find a person or program who will help you only focus on those first 3 steps until you've gotten through them. Once you've served some people with your pilot, you've got a business and you can start discerning what you're going to do next grow your business. You're in stage 2. Stage 2 is when you can focus on reaching more people, honing your messaging, and reiterating and improving your offer. I've got a program for you to get you all the way through those first 3 steps of stage 1 in 8 weeks. It's called Create Your Program. I designed CYP to help you start a solid business beyond private practice, whether that's gonna be your main thing or a profitable side hustle. Some people come to CYP as their first move beyond private practice. Other folks come to CYP after they've invested in programs where they learned marketing strategies their businesses weren't ready for. After CYP they're in a much better position to use what they learned in those other programs. ->The waitlist is open now. Get on it so you hear when I open registration. In CYP I guide you step-by-step from niching all the way through launching a pilot program. This is a small group experience where you'll get a lot of brave work done in a supportive group of driven and open hearted entrepreneurs like you. If you're worried about the legal part of this, you are not alone. We have a guest attorney come in to answer your legal questions and recommend your first steps in that area. The last two times I opened registration, CYP filled early, so do make sure you're on the waitlist so that you hear as soon as it opens. Show notes at https://rebeltherapist.me/podcast/188

Key Takeaways:[4:36] Tara talks about what led her to create the What Works book, a blend of her own personal quest to re-establish her relationship with work and goals, mixed with conversations with people who had all sorts of different relationships to productivity and goals.[6:08] In the process of Tara's research for the book, it brought up a deeper conversation of how much culture, family, and upbringing have on our identity, which makes an impact on how we structure our work and the goals we set.[6:49] We are bombarded by marketing and societal messages that make us feel like we aren't good enough, or aren't doing enough.[7:22] Tara and Charlie discuss why we don't do the things we really want to do, and why working on teams can be so hard, even though we are primed to work with others.[12:25] We unpack the validation spiral, and why it's so common.[16:21] Externally, one of the ways that we play into the validation spiral is by saying yes to things, taking on projects, and spreading ourselves too thin to do anything impeccably.[20:23] So many of us are socialized to be the supporting actor when really we can be the lead actor in our own story.[24:01] Ask yourself: what resources do you need, and where might they come from?[33:15] When “shoulding” and “supposed to-ing” yourself, get clear and concrete about what exactly you are looking for. Try to get specific about numbers and benchmarks.[40:15] Why don't we ask for help before we absolutely need it?[45:10] Get a support team together before you need the help.[52:12] As a community, we can learn to break down resistance to ask for help and more openly offer help to others without expecting much in return.Mentioned in this episode:Productive FlourishingStart Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done, by Charlie GilkeyThe AcademyMomentum AppBrokenDown GirlTara McMullinWhat Works: A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal SettingWhat Works What Works Network

As we head towards the end of 2022, we look forward to setting aims for the incoming new year. But sometimes, goal setting can be a pain in the neck! Everybody's trying to tell you that you should do this or that: create a seven-figure business (or several), gain millions of social media followers, etc. It can leave you feeling frustrated and like you're shooting yourself in the foot! But what if there was another way? My friend Tara McMullin has a unique view on goal setting. In this episode, we discuss her latest book What Works and why it's so radically different from what most people think about when it comes to goal setting. So if you're like me and have a love/hate relationship with setting goals, then you'll love this conversation!  On this episode of Promote Yourself to CEO: 6:54 - What led Tara to radically shifting her relationship with goal setting? 9:57 - The struggle over goal setting really boils down to this belief, and social media and news just reinforce it. 13:35 - How are goals like “cultural technology”? Tara describes how goals can affect your values and how you think of yourself. 16:27 - Tara and I discuss how society has reached the point where following the usual goal setting advice is such a challenge (and one that can actually cause more harm than good). 32:14 - So how do we move forward and do goal setting differently? Tara reveals the process step-by-step and warns about “value hijacking.” 40:52 - What does personal growth without striving or being beholden to harmful cultural systems look like? 43:00 - Tara and I discuss the low-stakes way she went about making commitments for herself over recent years. 49:41 - This low-stakes approach can translate into business too, like my six-month Tik Tok experiment. I describe my approach to using the social media site. 51:00 - Tara mentions a couple of important things to keep in mind when it comes to your projects and plans. Mentioned in An Unconventional Approach to Goal Setting with Tara McMullin What Works: A Comprehensive Framework for Goal Setting by Tara McMullin Best Year Ever Challenge Racheal on Instagram and TikTok Leave a review on iTunes

My approach to goal setting and productivity have changed in a big way based on what you're about to hear. Listener favorite Tara McMullin is back on Rebel Therapist Podcast, talking about a huge pivot she's made in her work life. She's also sharing her new book, What Works, A Comprehensive Framework to Change the Way We Approach Goal-Setting. A bit more about her: Tara McMullin is a podcast host, writer, and speaker who's been making business make sense for small business owners for over 12 years. She's the host of What Works, a podcast about entrepreneurship for humans that's been downloaded over 4 million times. She's also the co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a podcast production agency. Tara brings a unique perspective to business thinking informed by her background in theology, interests in endurance training and critical theory, and strengths as an autistic creator. Also, Tara was my business coach/strategist for as long as she WAS a business coach/strategist. Here's some of what we talked about: Making a big pivot by leaving her role as the leader of the large and thriving business community she'd built Why acknowledging our limits and depleted reserves is powerful Leaving behind big-G Goal setting on the path to becoming self-transforming subjects with agency Annie's sabbatical and how it set her up perfectly for this book and an overhaul of her goal-setting practices How the Positive Thinking movement (Capital P, Capital T) has been harming us and how to resist it How to recognize when you're in the Validation Spiral and move out of it What Tara's working on now and how she manages her capacity One thing you can do to increase your sense of agency starting today Show notes at https://rebeltherapist.me/podcast/187

Tara McMullin is a speaker, writer and host of the What Works podcast. In this episode, Tara shares a refreshing and grounded antidote to our culture's relentless pursuit of more. Take a listen to learn how to determine what is driving your own pursuit of more and how you can shift into a healthy gear, doing more of what works and without the shame of not succeeding overnight. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tell me if this sounds familiar: You get a Bachelor's degree, but it doesn't really feel like enough, so you apply for a Master's program. You attain the Master's but turns out, it doesn't feel like enough either, so you start your own business. You set the goal to make six figures in your business, but when you achieve that marker, it somehow still doesn't feel like enough. Maybe the key to happiness is to attain seven figures in your biz? Or maybe the goal should be to get married… or have a baby… or lose fifty pounds. So, you set up more lofty goals. Because, if you aren't on a path toward attaining a big goal, what is your life even about? But, also, why haven't any of these goals created happiness? Like, when-the-fuck is happiness going to show up? Does that scenario sound like the strategy of achievement you've employed in your own life? Through societal influences, systems of oppression, and families of origin, we learn very early on that there are those who achieve (aka the GOOD folks) and there are those who don't (aka the BAD folks… the lazy losers). And, in a culture that glorifies hustle, wears burnout like a badge of honor, and focuses on capitalism and productivity, it's no wonder that so many of us collapse our entire sense of self-worth with what we accomplish.  What we lose sight of while we strive, and strive, and strive, is… what actually brings us happiness and fulfillment. This week on the show, I dial up Tara McMullin, a writer, podcaster, and producer, who has spent the last 13 years studying what makes small business owners tick. She has recently written her first book entitled, What Works: A Comprehensive Framework To Change The Way We Approach Goal Setting. In this chat, Tara and I discuss the myriad of influences telling us what we're “supposed to want” and what we “should” strive for and how to discern what is truly a desire of your heart. And, don't worry, you don't have to throw all your goals aways… Tara simply invites you to think critically about why you want to attain them to begin with.  This pod explore How capitalism has a vested interest in keeping us unfulfilled The origin of modern-day goal setting and how it can often steal your joy The intersection between the self help community and goal setting and how it can sometimes cause you to move farther away from yourself  How to use critical thinking to ensure your goals have your “informed consent” ____ LAST CALL TO APPLY FOR WORTHY.! IT'S TIME TO BELIEVE YOU ARE WORTHY, ONCE AND FOR ALL. It's time to stop talking constant shit to yourself. It's time to stop caring so much about what everyone else thinks of you. It's time to let go of that death grip on perfectionism, self-doubt, and people-pleasing. After all, how has all that shit been working? That's what I thought. Let's kick that shit to the curb, shall we? I'm about to open the doors for an exclusive, group-coaching immersion that will teach you the skills to access some serious “enoughness,” start believing in yourself, and speak up for yourself like a bold, boundaried badass. Oh, and this 9-month, deep-dive includes a 5-day, luxury retreat! Hello! Want in? Of course you do. Clickety click RIGHT HERE or click the fancy image to get the invitation and apply for WORTHY. so we can get shit handled. _______ HIRE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT! ACCESS ‘ENOUGHNESS'. POWERFULLY NAVIGATE FEAR. SPEAK UP FOR YOURSELF. I have three battle-tested (and badass) keynote speeches that are ready to be delivered to your company, organization, group, or association. If you or anyone you know could benefit from me droppin' some gems (um, like, who couldn't use some new tools?) please send them to THIS FANCY INFO PAGE on my site where you/they can message me directly about specific needs. ______ PERKS FOR THE POD-IENCE This podcast is sponsored by LetsGetChecked and The Bold-Faced Truth Podcast listeners get a whoppin' 30% off their first test kit of choice at tryglc.com/boldtruth or simply enter code boldtruth at checkout. Hello!! Getting necessary medical testing can be simple, safe, and easily done in the privacy of your own home. Check out this killer offer from LetsGetChecked and save 30% on your first test kit! Check it out ~> ___ THIS WEEK'S ‘DIAL AN EXPERT' GUESTIE Tara McMullin is a writer, podcaster, and producer. For over 13 years, she's studied small business owners—how they live, how they work, what influences them, and what they hope for the future. She's the host of What Works, a podcast about navigating the 21st-century economy with your humanity intact. Tara is also co-founder of YellowHouse.Media, a boutique podcast production company. Her work has been featured in Fast Company, The Startup, The Muse, and The Huffington Post. Her first book, What Works: A Comprehensive Framework To Change The Way We Approach Goal Setting, will be released in November. She lives in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania with her husband, daughter, and two lovable cats that showed up in the backyard one day. 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