Podcasts about Time management

There's one CEO skill that may be quietly capping your success—and it has nothing to do with how smart you are, how many credentials you have, or how good you are at financial planning. It's your ability to make decisions quickly. In this episode, we're talking about why advisors tend to overthink business decisions, how that slows your growth, and the simple framework I use to help advisors make decisions faster without being reckless.  In this episode you will learn:Why your financial advisor mindset might actually be slowing you down as a CEO.How faster decision-making creates momentum, better judgment, and more confidence over time.The Two-Question Rule for knowing when to make a decision quickly and when to slow down.How to use the 80% Rule to stop waiting for perfect information and finally make the call.You don't need to make perfect decisions—you need a framework that helps you make more good decisions, learn quickly, and keep moving. I'll also give you a simple seven-day decision sprint to help you put this into practice and start building your decision-making muscle immediately. Register for The Efficient Advisor x Quin: Workflow Show and Tell HERE! Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about T2MWorks HERE! Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE!   Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.

This episode of The New Mason Jar features a conversation Cindy and Dawn had with Erin Daly, homeschool mom of two daughters, director of a local CM school program, and owner of Riverbend Press Erin outlines the importance of Mason's principles and the consideration of how we spend our time The value of different types of planning for time management How to implement a block schedule in the Charlotte Mason paradigm What is a logbook, and how is it used? How this planning method works in Erin's own homeschool When should parents begin introducing some of these planning tools to their children? To get the full show notes for this episode, complete with quote and links to resources mentioned, please visit https://thenewmasonjar.com/148. 

FREE Training: Overwhelmed to Organized - https://simplyconvivial.com/organized -- Feeling overwhelmed, constantly behind, and like you're just scrambling to keep up — even when your home looks fine from the outside?I get it. I spent years trying planners, overhauls, and complicated checklists that never stuck. What finally rebuilt my life wasn't a grand system — it was 3 boring, tiny habits that changed how I talk to myself and show up every day.In this episode, I'm sharing the 3 simple habits that took me from drowning to cheerfully competent — and how they can help you find peace and self-control in your homemaking too.IN THIS VIDEO, YOU'LL LEARN:✓ Why small, boring habits are more powerful than a complete life overhaul✓ Habit #1: How making your bed every morning rewires your internal dialogue ("I'm the kind of person who brings order from chaos")✓ Habit #2: How a simple Daily Top 3 on an index card keeps you focused on what actually matters today (not yesterday's failures or tomorrow's what-ifs)✓ Habit #3: Why looking at ONE master calendar every day gives you instant peace of mind and stops things from falling through the cracks✓ How these habits build self-control and help you live your calling as a Christian homemaker with joyThis isn't about perfection or doing more. It's about faithfulness in the small things, right now.RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 2156: Stephen Warley explains why energy, not time, is the real constraint on productivity, since most people get only three to four sharply focused hours a day. He walks through how purpose fuels energy, how habits reduce the decisions that drain it, and why monotasking conserves more of it than multitasking. The takeaway is to organize work around peak performance periods rather than around a to-do list. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lifeskillsthatmatter.com/manage-your-energy-not-your-time/ Quotes to ponder: "Time might be a constant, but your available energy isn't." "I have less energy than I have time every day!" "Energy management is about developing a core set of habits around your most important work." Optimal Work Daily is a daily career advice podcast where we narrate the best articles on productivity, entrepreneurship, and work-life balance, read to you by a professional narrator so you can grow your career a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Struggling to actually love being home full-time? You're not alone.In this episode of Simply Convivial, Mystie Winckler talks with Lauren Mefford — Christian wife, homeschool mom of six, former nurse and PhD student — about her difficult transition from a career and academia to full-time homemaking and what finally helped her embrace it with joy.Lauren didn't grow up dreaming of being a homemaker. She shares honestly about the mindset shift God worked in her heart, why skills from the workforce don't automatically translate to home, and how she learned to prioritize what God prioritizes — even when the laundry never ends.Whether you came to homemaking eagerly or reluctantly, this conversation will give you both perspective and a practical place to start.IN THIS EPISODE:Why the transition from work to full-time homemaking is harder than we expectThe "anyone can do this" myth and why homemaking is a real skill to be learnedThe difference between productivity at work vs. productivity at home (Titus 2 priorities)How prayer, discipleship, and repentance changed Lauren's attitude toward motherhoodWhere to start if you're overwhelmed: Lauren's "bare minimum blueprint" skeleton routineWhy you should build habits little by little instead of overhauling everything at onceHow to think about housework as an ongoing process — not a problem you solve onceABOUT LAUREN MEFFORD:Lauren is a Christian wife, homeschooling mom of six, and host of The Rooted Home Podcast with her husband Jeremy. She came to faith at age 24 and left her nursing career while pursuing her PhD to embrace full-time homemaking. Now she helps women manage home life with grace through her YouTube channel (Lauren Mefford), The Rooted Rhythms Method Course, and The Rooted Homemakers Collective.Find Lauren:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenMeffordPodcast: The Rooted HomeWebsite: https://www.laurenmefford.com/

Every household has one: the person who knows when the prescriptions are running low, when the pet food is almost out, which kid has a field trip on Thursday, and when the car is due for an oil change. That person is "the glue" and it's a job that never came with a job description.The advice we all get is to ask for help...delegate, get something off your list. So you do it, and somehow you feel exactly as heavy as you did before. In this episode I am breaking down the difference between holding something and doing something, why those are two completely different jobs, and what has to actually change if you want the weight to move off you for good. In This Episode, I'll Cover:What is still sitting on your plate after your partner does the exact thing you asked them to do.The measuring stick most women were handed growing up, and how it is different from the one our partners got.Why "what can I do to help" is the wrong question, and the one I actually want to hear instead.How to pick the first thing to hand over, and the two words that decide whether it sticks.Mentioned in This Episode:A Better Share by Dr. Morgan Cutlip: https://drmorgancutlip.com/________________________________

Your calendar reveals more about your leadership priorities than your intentions do. In this episode, learn how to audit your calendar to see whether your time is being spent reacting to problems or proactively leading your school. Discover how to schedule priorities first, create space for instructional leadership, and build a realistic calendar that focuses on consistency over intensity. This episode also shares practical strategies for spreading out observations, reducing unnecessary meetings, and protecting time for the proactive work that prevents future problems. Because the goal isn't to fit more into your calendar—it's to make sure your calendar reflects the leader you want to be.Get The 8 to 4 Principal Planner. Get The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint.  We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

SURPRISE! I'm pregnant! And also, SURPRISE! The Friday Society Podcast has a new name. It is now the Alexa Grow My Business Podcast. I've been waiting to share the news and the time feels right. As a small business owner who runs literally everything in my business, I am getting a lot of questions about how to prepare for maternity leave as a business owner. I realized that I'm actually pretty set to take a few months off because of all the work I've been doing over the past few years and implementing the strategies I teach about in The Friday Society Membership. In today's episode, I share exactly how I am setting up my small business marketing membership to run seamlessly while I'm away, the systems I have in place, and exciting guest speakers within TFS membership, including Jennifer Maavani of Physique 57 & Anne Mahlum former owner of Solidcore. I also invited two of the most intentional mother's and business owner's to share their advice on how to create the maternity leave of your dreams. I hosted Mandee Pearson of Santosha Pilates and Erika Polisnelli of Evolve by Erika. If you're needing to set yourself up for a successful maternity leave then listen to these two trainings in the membership! I promise, with the right marketing systems in place you can take a step back and let your business run itself. Time Management, Delegation, and BoundariesPrice Raise 101Hope you guys enjoy the episode!Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo join the The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here! 

Text your thoughts and questions!Do you ever feel like you're constantly trying new productivity tools, apps, and systems, but still find yourself overwhelmed by everything you need to remember and manage? Maybe you have a calendar, a to-do list, reminders, and countless notes—but you're still spending too much mental energy figuring out what needs to happen next.The problem isn't always that you need a better productivity app. Sometimes, what you really need are simple, repeatable processes that take work off your brain and make everyday life easier to manage.In this re-release, Lisa revisits one of her favorite behind-the-scenes episodes and shares the seven productivity techniques she uses regularly to keep both her business and home life running as smoothly as possible. From mind sweeping and task lists to automation, templates, checklists, scheduling, and a family command center, she walks through the practical systems that help her stay organized without relying on complicated productivity hacks.You'll learn why mind sweeping can help clear mental clutter, how to turn an overwhelming to-do list into a focused list of your most important tasks, and why automating repetitive work can save more energy than you might realize. Lisa also explains how templates and checklists can simplify recurring tasks, reduce the chance of forgetting important steps, and make delegation easier.You'll also discover how using your calendar as a central source of information can help you manage both personal and professional responsibilities, and how a simple command center can reduce the mental load of coordinating a busy household. Throughout the episode, Lisa emphasizes an important principle: the goal isn't to find the perfect platform or productivity system, but to create processes that genuinely work for you.Because this is a re-release, Lisa also shares a few updates to the tools mentioned in the original episode, including the transition from Acuity to Calendly and from ConvertKit to Kit. While the technology may change, the underlying productivity techniques continue to stand the test of time.This week, episode 328 of the Positively Living® Podcast explores seven practical productivity methods that can help you reduce mental clutter, simplify recurring responsibilities, save energy, and create systems that support both your work and your everyday life.Key Takeaways:Discover how mind sweeping can clear mental clutter and get tasks out of your head.Learn how to use focused task lists and Most Important Things (MITs) to prioritize your day.Explore how automation can reduce repetitive work and save mental energy.Discover how templates can make recurring emails, posts, and communications faster and easier.Learn how checklists can prevent missed steps, support delegation, and create simple SOPs.Understand how scheduling and reminders can help you stay on top of both personal and professional commitments.Discover how a family command center can reduce mental load and improve household communication.Learn why visual systems can make responsibilities and schedules easier for everyone to understand.Explore why consistent processes matter more than constantly finding new productivity tools.Discover how sustainable productivity is about creating systems that keep life moving without adding overwhelm or burnout.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/Stop trying to fit into someone else's productivity rules! Grab my free Productivity Toolkit, a collection of workbooks designed to help you explore how you work, uncover what truly matters to you, and create your very own energy-friendly systems. Get it here: www.positivelyproductive.com/plpkitCONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:FacebookInstagramResourcesWork with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 178 7 Techniques and Tools Used by a Productivity ExpertEpisode 220 How Decluttering Helps You Stress Less and Focus BetterTech Tools PlaylistPositively Productive Resources LibraryBook a Clarity CallAsync CoachingProductivity Toolkit(Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Resources Page.)Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3Music by Ian and Jeff ZawrotnyStart your own podcast with Buzzsprout!Request this Toolkit and other free resources at the Resources Page.

Welcome to episode #1050 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). Fredric Marshall has spent decades helping people navigate change. An entrepreneur, investor in AI startups, CEO of Quantum Learning, and advisor on leadership and transformation, he has watched multiple waves of technological disruption unfold from the inside. His latest book, Thrive - The Antidote to Future Shock, revisits Alvin Toffler's famous concept of "future shock" and argues that today's anxiety isn't a personal failing... it's the predictable result of living through an era where change, information, and technological progress are arriving faster than most people can absorb. In this episode, Fred explores why the conversation about AI has become so emotionally charged, why younger generations feel a profound sense of uncertainty about their future, and why the real challenge isn't learning new tools... it's learning to direct our attention with intention. He explains why thriving requires more than technical skills, discussing the importance of agency, relationships, health, systems, and managing the growing tension between our digital and physical lives. The conversation also examines evidence-based optimism, the cultural backlash against AI, leadership in an era of disruption, and whether the pursuit of endless growth has reached its limits. Fred makes the case that while artificial intelligence will radically reshape work, the future belongs to people who can simplify complexity, think clearly, and consciously choose where to invest their attention. It's a thoughtful discussion about resilience, technology, and building a life that doesn't just survive change... but flourishes because of it. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 59:29. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Fredric Marshall. Thrive - The Antidote to Future Shock. Quantum Learnin. Follow Fred on Instagram. Follow Fred on LinkedIn. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to Future Shock. (05:57) - The Impact of Technology on Work and Life. (08:48) - The Concept of Thriving vs. Surviving. (12:04) - The Role of AI and Economic Disruption. (15:14) - Navigating the Digital Layer and Social Media. (18:09) - The Future of Work and Community. (20:56) - Addressing Youth Concerns and Uncertainty. (24:03) - The Balance of Digital and Analog Life. (26:51) - The Quest for Enough in a Technological World. (29:52) - The Madness of Constant Growth. (30:41) - Evidence-Based Optimism and Humanity's Response. (31:34) - Historical Progress and Modern Stressors. (33:10) - Dialing in Life: Eight Key Areas for Thriving. (36:09) - Understanding Agency in a Complex World. (39:51) - The Role of Environment in Personal Growth. (40:48) - Leadership in a Changing Landscape. (43:22) - Future Readiness and Cultural Shifts. (46:52) - Youth Perspectives on Agency and Change. (50:42) - Balancing Humanity and Efficiency in the Future. (57:41) - The Importance of Attention and Time Management.

Are you the person everyone counts on—the one who can always figure it out, squeeze it in, or take on one more thing?Being capable is a gift, but it can also become a trap.In today's episode, I'm joined by business strategist and executive coach Dawn Andrews, Founder and CEO of Free Range Thinking, to talk about what happens when capable women become responsible for too much—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.Dawn shares why highly capable women are especially vulnerable to burnout, how caring leaders can accidentally take on responsibilities that belong to other people, and why doing more isn't always the best use of your capacity.We also dive into boundaries—and a completely different way to think about them. Instead of waiting until you're exhausted and finally declaring, “I can't do this anymore,” Dawn encourages us to build boundaries around what we value and want to protect.In this episode, we talk about:The “curse of the capable” and why capable women often end up carrying moreWhy doing less can actually make you a better leaderThe difference between supporting someone and taking responsibility for themWhy holding space for someone is different from holding their weightHow over-functioning prevents the people around us from growingWhy boundaries can feel so difficult for dependable, high-achieving womenHow to set boundaries based on your values instead of your exhaustionWhy your capacity should be spent on what you chooseThe power of pausing before automatically saying yesDawn's simple three-question boundary check using energy, resentment, and enthusiasmIf you're tired of automatically asking, “How can I make this work?” every time something lands on your plate, this conversation will help you start asking a much more important question: “Do I actually want to?”Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

I am excited to introduce Efficient Friday! Each week, in 10 minutes or less,  I want to share a super tactical tip, idea, process, hack, etc with you that you can implement in your business right away!In this episode, we dive into a common misstep advisors make—solving for the wrong problem. Are you actually demand-constrained or supply-constrained?

368. Feel It - The Secret to Raising Brave, Confident Kids This School Year - Back to School Series | Routines, Schedules, Organized, Time Management, Home, Moms, Time Blocking, Reset, Habits, Systems

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Get the full reset: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/reset Feeling like your home - and your head - is spinning out of control? You're not alone.Chaos isn't just the piles of laundry or the dishes in the sink. It's the mental clutter, the constant rumination, and the feeling that you can't handle one more interruption without snapping. If you're easily frustrated and mentally exhausted, this workshop is for you.In this 90-Minute Reset, I'll show you how to move From Chaos to Consistency without turning your home into a rigid, joyless machine. Homemaking is a caretaking job, not an engineering job. You don't need a system that makes life run like clockwork - you need frameworks that free up your mental bandwidth so you can be emotionally available for what really matters.IN THIS VIDEO, YOU'LL LEARN:Why consistency is NOT about doing the same thing perfectly every day, and what it really means for a busy momHow to stop systems from becoming a straitjacket and start using them as tools you can flex with your real lifeThe 4 Frameworks for Your 90-Minute Reset:1. Calendar & Time Budget: Make decisions in advance so you stop spinning about what to do next2. The 15-Minute Morning & Evening Routine: Bookend your day to create stability no matter how chaotic the middle gets3. Core Personal Habits: Anchor yourself with prayer, Bible reading, and real reading before you serve anyone else4. A Simple Meal Strategy: Remove the daily 4pm dinner panic and decision fatigueThis isn't about perfection. It's about building cheerful competence through small, flexible frameworks that help you show up with grace - even when life doesn't go as planned.WHO IS THIS FOR?Perfect for Christian homemakers, homeschool moms, and any overwhelmed mom who wants a peaceful, purposeful home built on biblical principles - not Pinterest pressure.If this was helpful, please subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss the next practical homemaking encouragement!Let me know in the comments: Which of the 4 frameworks do you need to reset FIRST?#christianhomemaking #homemakingroutines #overwhelmedmom #homemaking #christianmotherhood #homeschoolmom #homeorganization #biblicalhomemaking #morningroutine #mealplanning

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.This episode is all about conquering overwhelming tasks by setting yourself up for success. Dr. Christine Li shares seven actionable preparation strategies—including clearing mental and physical clutter, becoming your own biggest supporter, enlisting friends for accountability, using time wisely with deadlines and time limits, setting a positive philosophy, and reconnecting with your “why.” These practical tips are designed to help you not only start but also complete your big projects with ease, positivity, and energy to spare.Timestamps00:00:00 Introduction to the episode and topic overview00:00:51 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and the podcast's mission00:01:33 Setting the stage for tackling overwhelming projects00:02:38 Tip 1: Clear your mental clutter00:04:13 Tip 2: Decide to be your biggest supporter00:07:18 Tip 3: Declutter your physical environment00:08:51 Tip 4: Get a friend for support and accountability00:10:31 Tip 5: Use time in different ways, set deadlines00:13:39 Tip 6: Set a guiding philosophy for your project00:15:04 Tip 7: Remind yourself of your purpose and “why”00:16:21 Summary and encouragement00:17:26 Resources, worksheet offer, and closing remarks00:18:14 Podcast outro and how to connectTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistencyTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

It's back to school season, and if you're the one in your house tracking every form, portal, email, and schedule change, you already know what's coming. All that information lands at once, and it turns into chaos fast.That first week or two back is overwhelming for two reasons: a huge amount of change hits all at once, and it's a total shift from your summer atmosphere to your school year atmosphere. In this episode, I'm sharing three systems I put into place every single year to get ahead of that overwhelm, not to prevent the chaos, but to make sure I'm not the one carrying it all by myself for the rest of the year.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Where I tell every piece of incoming information to go so it stops living in five different places at once.The one weekly appointment with myself that keeps me from reacting to every email and notification the moment it lands.Why I intentionally leave a window of my calendar blank the first week and weekend of school, and what that protects me from.The tool at the center of our house that means my family stops asking me what day it is.Resources Mentioned:TOP for Students digital course: https://megansumrall.com/studentEpisode 251 - Family Communication Center setup: www.megansumrell.com/blog/how-to-create-an-effective-family-communication-center-with-the-skylight-calendarEpisode 312 - Family meetings: www.megansumrell.com/blog/family-meetings-that-actually-work-with-christy-keatingYouTube Skylight Calendar Tutorial: https://youtu.be/85fSKIYyTi0________________________________

Michael made $65,000 last year working 15 to 20 hours a week, after she clocked out of her full-time job.She is not quitting that job. The benefits are good, she loves the work, and I have never once told her she should leave. What she built is a full-time income on part-time hours, and she did it with an ugly proposal and five marketing minutes a day.In this Student Spotlight, Michael walks through the whole thing: the "expensive jobby" she was running before she learned ads, the exact 45-day mark when clients started booking, the two-hour order of operations she runs every weeknight, and the moment she realized she was underpricing because she kept telling herself "this isn't my money."If you have been using your job as the reason you cannot start, y'all, this episode takes that excuse right off the table.In this episode, you'll learn:The 45-day marketing minutes rule, and why Michael's first client landed almost exactly on scheduleWhy five marketing minutes a day beats fifteen (she tried fifteen first, and it did not stick)The exact 4-step order she runs her two hours in, and why most people do it backwardsHow to plan your week for the RESULT instead of the to-do listWhy the ugly proposal and ugly Work With Me page never cost her a single client in two yearsThe reason consuming more information keeps you safe but keeps you brokeWhat it took to raise her prices when her brain kept saying "this isn't my money, it's someone else's"Why referrals are wonderful but are never a strategy (she lived through the dip)Mentioned in this episode:Strategist Society: thestrategistsociety.comFree training, the three elements of a successful freelance ad management business: brandimowles.com/100kConversions for Clients: conversionsforclients.comThe 2020 income report episodes (the $250K to $1.2 million documentation Michael credits as the reason she started) brandimowles.com/incomeReady to scale past $10K months?Strategist Society is where Michael gets the one-on-one Voxer support, the private podcast, and the strategy feedback that turned her side income into a full-time income. We only accept a few people each month when we have spots, and this quarter is filling up. Head to thestrategistsociety.com and apply for a call. We will look at your situation, figure out how I can support you, and if it is a fit, I will tell you. If it is not, I will tell you that too. No obligation either way.Just getting started? Grab the free training at brandimowles.com/100k and learn how to run ads, build systems, and price your services inside Conversions for Clients.Loved this episode?Screenshot it, share it on your stories, and tag @brandimowles. Send it to the friend who keeps saying she would start a business if she did not have a job. She needs Michael's numbers.Now go do the dang thing.Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/serve-scale-soar/id1477998650Follow Brandi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandimowlesFollow Brandi on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brandiandcompany

Not everything that feels urgent actually is. In this episode, I share a simple red, yellow, and green framework to help you decide what truly needs your immediate attention, what can be scheduled for later, and what proactive work you need to protect. You'll learn how to stop letting other people's urgency control your day so you can spend more time on the work that actually moves your school forward.Get the mini-course From Reactive to Proactive Leadership We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

In this episode, we're talking about something that might feel a little uncomfortable for advisors who love spreadsheets, checklists, and action plans—but it may be one of the most important conversations you'll have all year. Libby sits down with author, speaker, and former financial advisor Ellen Rogin to explore what abundance really looks like inside an advisory practice. From the way you think about money to the energy you bring into client meetings, Ellen shares how shifting from scarcity to service transformed her career and helped her build a thriving practice rooted in generosity, gratitude, and genuine connection.In this episode you'll learn: Why abundance isn't just a mindset buzzword—and how it directly impacts referrals, growth, client trust, and business successHow to identify scarcity thinking in your practice (even when you don't realize it's there) and replace it with more empowering beliefsThe role your own money story plays in how you advise clients, lead your team, and make decisions as a business ownerSimple daily habits that can help you create more space, clarity, generosity, and abundance in both your business and personal lifeIf you've ever found yourself chasing the next strategy, comparing yourself to other advisors, or feeling like success is always just out of reach, this episode is your invitation to pause and look inward. Because sometimes the biggest breakthrough isn't another tactic—it's learning how to operate from a place of abundance instead of scarcity. And as Ellen shares, when you focus on helping others win, amazing things tend to happen in return.Connect with Ellen HERE! Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about T2MWorks HERE! Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE!   Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.

Text your thoughts and questions!Do you ever feel like your days are filled with tasks, but you still struggle to decide what to work on first? Maybe every morning starts with a long to-do list, constant interruptions, and the exhausting mental effort of figuring out what deserves your attention next.The problem isn't always that you have too much to do. Often, it's that your work lacks a clear rhythm. Without a reliable structure, every decision requires energy, context switching drains your focus, and it's easy to fall into reactive mode instead of making intentional progress.In this episode, Lisa revisits one of the podcast's most popular productivity coaching sessions and explores how creating a schedule inspired by the familiar rhythm of a school day can help you reclaim focus and reduce decision fatigue. Drawing from her coaching conversations with Lauren Yee, she explains how assigning recurring "subjects" or themed focus blocks to your week creates a flexible framework that supports deeper work without becoming rigid or restrictive.You'll learn why school-style time blocking works so well for many people, how playful and personalized labels can make your schedule more engaging, and why transition periods between activities are just as important as the work itself. Lisa also shares practical tips for adapting this approach to different lifestyles, including entrepreneurs, caregivers, people with unpredictable schedules, and neurodivergent brains.This week, episode 327 of the Positively Living® Podcast explores how using a school-inspired approach to time blocking can reduce decision fatigue, improve focus, and help you build a schedule that feels both structured and sustainable.Key Takeaways:Discover how a school-day framework can simplify your weekly schedule.Learn why recurring themed time blocks reduce daily decision fatigue.Understand how context switching impacts your focus and productivity.Explore why batching similar work together helps your brain work more efficiently.Learn how assigning "subjects" to your week creates clarity without rigidity.Discover why playful labels can make your schedule more engaging.Understand how naming your work intentionally helps you connect with its purpose.Learn why transition periods between tasks are essential for maintaining focus.Discover how "passing periods" can reduce overwhelm and prevent burnout.Explore the difference between working in your business versus working on your business.Learn why your schedule should be built around your real life—not your ideal one.Understand how flexible time blocking can support unpredictable schedules.Discover why reviewing and adjusting your schedule is part of the process—not a sign of failure.Learn how curiosity and experimentation create more sustainable productivity systems.Explore why this approach works especially well for people who crave structure but resist rigidity.Discover how themed scheduling can benefit neurodivergent brains by adding novelty and engagement.Learn how to identify the five to seven major categories of work in your week.Understand why you don't need to schedule every hour to experience the benefits of time blocking.Discover how starting with one themed day each week can make the process feel more approachable.Learn why creating a schedule with rhythm, variety, and flexibility leads to greater consistency and less overwhelm.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/Stop trying to fit into someone else's productivity rules! Grab my free Productivity Toolkit, a collection of workbooks designed to help you explore how you work, uncover what truly matters to you, and create your very own energy-friendly systems. Get it here: www.positivelyproductive.com/plpkitCONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:FacebookInstagramResourcesWork with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 124: [Strategy Call] Using School Themes to Time Block with Lauren YeeEpisode 125: [Strategy Call] Follow Up to School Style Time Blocking with Lauren YeeEpisode 245: Themes: The Simple Time Management Trick You NeedEpisode 273: How to Make Time Blocking FunEpisode 274: Manage Your Time Better with Proper TransitionsPositively Productive Resources LibraryBook a Clarity CallAsync CoachingProductivity Toolkit(Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Resources Page.)Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3Music by Ian and Jeff ZawrotnyStart your own podcast with Buzzsprout!Request this Toolkit and other free resources at the Resources Page.

Episode Summary I want to talk about something that quietly costs law firm owners more than they realise: their inbox. Most owners treat this as a time management issue. They think if they just got faster at replying, or better at squeezing in an hour to clear it out, the problem would sort itself. It won't. Because the real issue isn't how much time your inbox takes up. It's how many times a day it pulls you away from what you're actually doing. In this episode, I break down why constant email interruption is one of the most underestimated drains on your mental capacity, and why growing your revenue doesn't fix it if the structure underneath hasn't changed. I also share the change I made in my own business that had the biggest impact, along with a few practical strategies you can put in place this week, including how connecting your inbox to Claude changes who has to be the first human touchpoint on every message that lands. A calmer inbox is a small change. A calmer business is what it's actually building toward. What We'll Cover Why it's the switching, not the volume, that drains your focus What actually happens in your brain every time you glance at an email mid-task Why more revenue doesn't solve an inbox problem, and what does The one change I made to my phone that I've stuck with ever since Why closing your inbox during focused work matters more than you'd think The difference between grazing your inbox and batching it, and why it matters How connecting your inbox to Claude takes noise off your plate without adding another tool to learn What actually changes in a business once the owner isn't the first responder to every email What You'll Learn Why an always-on inbox is an operational problem, not a discipline one How to spot the hidden cost of constant email switching, even when it doesn't feel like a big deal in the moment A few immediately usable strategies for reducing inbox noise, starting with the simplest one Why an open loop in your inbox is still taking up mental space even when you haven't acted on it yet How using Claude on your inbox can reduce decisions landing on you, rather than becoming one more thing to manage Why small structural changes like this one are what operational maturity actually looks like in practice Free Resources If you're starting to spot other areas of your firm where you're still too involved, I've got resources to help you take a closer look. My free resources cover practical areas of law firm operations, from identifying profit leaks and understanding your numbers to creating stronger systems and reducing your dependence on the owner. Book a Free Law Firm Growth Strategy Call Scalable Law Accelerator Program Identifying Profit Leaks How to Make AI Recommend Your Law Firm (Free Guide) Ready for a Quieter Inbox and a Clearer Head? If constant email interruption is where a chunk of your mental capacity is leaking right now, you don't need a bigger system overhaul to start. Pick one change this week. Turn off the after-hours notifications, close the inbox while you work, or connect it to Claude and let it carry some of the load. If this is where your firm is right now and you want help building the systems underneath your growth, that's exactly what we work through inside the Accelerator. Book a Law Firm Growth Call Let's look at what you could take off your plate next. Share the Shift Know a law firm owner who's constantly checking their inbox, jumping between emails and struggling to switch off? Send this episode their way. It might be the nudge they need to stop treating email as a time management problem and start looking at the systems behind it. And if something in this episode made you rethink the way you work, I'd love to hear about it. Share your biggest takeaway on social media and tag me. I love seeing what you're changing inside your firm and the small shifts that create a bigger difference over time. Apple Podcasts: Listen on Apple Spotify: Listen on Spotify YouTube: Watch on YouTube

This episode is a little different. Instead of another tactical strategy or productivity hack, Libby shares three hard truths that may be the very things holding talented financial advisors back from building the business they truly want. Drawing from more than 25 years in the industry, her own experience investing in high-level coaching, and years of working with hundreds of advisors, she challenges listeners to stop searching for more information and start becoming the kind of leaders who consistently execute. If you're ready for an honest conversation about what's really standing in your way, this episode is for you.In this episode, you'll learn:Why your biggest challenge probably isn't a lack of information, but a lack of consistent implementation—and how to finally bridge that gap.The difference between buying information and investing in accountability, proximity, and environments that create lasting transformation.Why many advisors unknowingly try to solve million-dollar business problems with transactional solutions, and what it takes to break that cycle.How shifting your identity from someone who starts to someone who finishes can completely change your business, your leadership, and your results.If you've been feeling stuck despite reading the books, attending the conferences, and buying the courses, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on what actually creates lasting change. Sometimes the next breakthrough isn't found in learning something new—it's found in finally implementing what you already know.Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about T2MWorks HERE! Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE!   Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.

Free Workshop: "From Overwhelmed to Organized" → simplyconvivial.com/organizedAfter 25 years of homemaking, I've tried every planner system out there — and here's the truth I wish someone had told me at the start: no planner will ever run your home. The women who seem to have it all together aren't using some magical system you haven't found yet. They've just learned how to make good decisions quickly for their family and their week.In this episode, I share the lightbulb moment that changed everything for me — trading my endless search for the "perfect planner" for one simple habit: a 30-minute weekly review. This is a regular place to bring my attention and engagement to my real life, then leave myself a few notes — which is really all a plan ever is — so I'm not carrying every decision and detail in my head all week long.What you'll learn in this episode:Why a planner is only paper — it holds information and gives prompts, but it can't understand your familyThe difference between completing a worksheet and actually running a well-run home (hint: it's attention, judgment, action, and adjustment)My simple 30-minute weekly review process, step by stepHow to spot the "pressure points" in your week before they become emergenciesWhy paying attention to your real life isn't a preliminary step before planning — it IS the heart of homemakingMentioned in this episode:Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Done: https://amzn.to/3S1lEIlHome is for Hospitality: https://amzn.to/4fV0uEVHow to Use a Planner Without Wasting Time: https://amzn.to/4gtLii5Free Workshop: "From Overwhelmed to Organized: The One Practice That Changes Everything" → simplyconvivial.com/organizedIf you've ever felt like buying one more planner would finally fix your homemaking struggles, this episode is your permission to stop looking — and start practicing instead.

How many times this week have you said "I just don't have time for that"? The workout. The follow-up. The lunch you keep skipping. This episode is here to tell you — gently, but directly — that sentence is a lie. And the moment you see it differently, everything changes. What You'll Learn in This Episode ✨ Why "I don't have time" is never really about time — and what you're actually saying instead ✨ The Time Warrior framework from Steve Chandler and why high performers manage themselves, not the clock ✨ What flow states and gamma brainwaves have to do with your best performance days ✨ The difference between being busy and making real progress — and how to tell which one you're in ✨ Two practical tools for a time + energy audit, including Molly Fletcher's color-coded Energy Cloth ✨ Why protecting your non-negotiables isn't rigidity — it's the actual strategy The Big Takeaway The problem isn't that you don't have time. It's that you haven't decided what matters enough to protect. When you stop outsourcing your choices to a calendar you built — and start owning them — the whole game shifts. The RISE Method Connection This one is all about S — Success Strategy. Because the resource you're managing isn't time. It's you.   Ready to go deeper? Get on the list for the weekly RISE Report at www.michellebourquecoaching.com/risereport       Timestamps   00:00 – "I don't have time" — why that sentence is a lie 04:15 – Steve Chandler's The Time Warrior: managing yourself, not the clock 09:30 – Flow states, gamma brainwaves, and what happens in peak performance 14:00 – Busy vs. progress: are you in motion or in momentum? 18:30 – The time + energy audit and Molly Fletcher's Energy Cloth (green/yellow/red) 24:00 – The coach who wouldn't let Michelle keep her story 28:00 – "Even inmates get an hour for lunch" and the reprogramming work  

I've been trying this method for time management for months and it works. I can organize in my sleep but at some point all that organization take sup your energy. this was a simple approach to holding myself accountable while also remaining flexible. routine get us to freedom but the routine has to be enjoyable at least for me. if the routines suck then wouldn't your life suck since life is nothing but routines? let me know what you think! my community meets at 9pm est every Monday I hope you'll consider joining us. all my links can be found HERE

In this coaching episode, Fiona challenges one of the biggest myths in business: that being constantly busy is a sign of success. She explores why busyness can become a distraction from the work that truly matters and shares practical ways to create more space, clarity and intention in your business. You'll learn: Why being busy isn't the same as building a successful business. How to identify the tasks that genuinely move your business forward. Practical ways to create more time, focus and intention in your week. Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses A huge thanks to our sponsor #gifted a platform that helps businesses connect with real people creating real content, at a fraction of the time and cost of a traditional campaign. My Daily Business listeners can use code MDB50 at checkout for 50% off their first month, on either monthly plan. Check out #gifted. Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026/ 27? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

Time management, planning, cooking. These are fundamental life skills that we don't get taught in school, and if we're honest, not always at home either. Today I'm bringing back one of my favorite guests to talk about the one we haven't covered yet: teaching teens how to actually cook, not just survive on cereal and takeout.Katie Kimball has been teaching families how to cook for 17 years, and she just launched an entire new program built specifically for teens. I wanted her back on the show because this conversation goes somewhere I didn't expect. We don't just talk about recipes. We get into why teens need a completely different approach than little kids, what to do if you think your teen already missed their window, and the mental health payoff that comes from a teen knowing they can actually feed themselves.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why it's never too late to start, even if your teen has never touched a stove.The three things every teen needs before they'll actually take over in the kitchen, and what happens when you skip one.What cooking has to do with your teen's anxiety.How to know if your teen is ready to go solo in the kitchen, or if they need you standing beside them first.Grab the free Teens Cook Real Food sample lesson: https://www.raisinghealthyfamilies.com/worklifeConnect with Katie:www.raisinghealthyfamilies.comwww.instagram.com/raisinghealthyfamilieswww.facebook.com/kidscookrealfoodwww.youtube.com/@KatieKimball ________________________________

The word "legacy" often triggers images of plaques, awards, or conversations people have when you're no longer in the room. It's thought of as something you leave behind.But Sienna J. Brown also believes it's a life well lived.In this episode, Sienna and I talk about:The Corporate America-to-entrepreneurship pipeline and why "take the leap and never looking back!!!" can actually be terrible advice (and how to build sustainably instead)Why the "Rags to Riches" narrative gets glamorized and why stability should actually be the Main Character insteadLegacy as a live well lived, not just the impact you make in your lifetime, and how the way you show up for your neighbor, grandma, and community matters just as much as professional milestones Sienna's "Life First Philosophy" and the life audit framework to design a business that actually matches how you feel AND what you wantIntentional time design and how to release the soul-sucking corporate conditioning of self-surveillanceThis episode was such an energizing reminder that the way your life FEELS is much more important than how it looks. And that's exactly what Sienna helps you do ;)Connect with Sienna:Join The Legacy LabFoundations for the Future Podcast on Spotify & AppleResourcesInstagramConnect with Chelsea:Join the SHOOT YOUR SHOT CHALLENGE Aug 25-27th!Enroll in Audacity for $900 off til Aug 27th!Get on the Ultimate Pitch Kit waitlist

One of the hardest conversations many financial advisors avoid isn't about investments or markets—it's about their own fees. If you've ever looked at your client list and realized your fee schedule has evolved over the years into something inconsistent, you're not alone. In this very candid conversation, Libby sits down with advisor Todd Lester to discuss how he tackled a firm-wide fee increase after more than 30 years in the business. Todd shares the mindset shifts, compliance considerations, communication strategies, and surprising results that came from finally aligning his fees with the value his firm provides.In this episode, you'll learn:Why inconsistent fee schedules create both compliance concerns and fairness issues across your client base, and how to recognize when it's time to make a change.How Todd delegated fee increase conversations to a trusted team member, why that approach worked so well, and what advisors can learn from using a third-party communicator.The biggest fears advisors have around raising fees, why those fears are often exaggerated, and how clients actually responded when presented with the changes.The remarkable outcome of Todd's fee increase project, including the recurring revenue added to his practice, the clients he retained, and the lessons he'll carry into future pricing decisions.If you've been putting off reviewing your fee schedule because the conversation feels uncomfortable, this episode will give you both the confidence and the practical ideas to move forward. You'll walk away with a fresh perspective on pricing, value, and why charging appropriately isn't just good for your business—it's also part of serving clients fairly and sustainably.Join the Systems to Scale Group Coaching Program HERE! Register for the Asset+Map Do It Together Webinar HERE! Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about T2MWorks HERE! Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE!   Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.

This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Do you want more? Does growth equal success? Are we making our lives overly complicated? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss the importance of simplicity.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com

In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares a simple annual exercise that can transform your marketing, messaging and decision-making. By identifying the common traits of the people you most love working with, you'll gain valuable insights into who your business is really built for You'll learn: How to identify the qualities your best clients or customers share. Why those patterns can help you refine your messaging and attract more of the right people. A practical audit to ensure your marketing reflects who you genuinely want to work with. Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses A huge thanks to our sponsor #gifted a platform that helps businesses connect with real people creating real content, at a fraction of the time and cost of a traditional campaign. My Daily Business listeners can use code MDB50 at checkout for 50% off their first month, on either monthly plan. Check out #gifted. Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026/ 27? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

Nir Eyal wrote that time management is really pain management. I think there is profound truth in that. But what I am even more passionate about these days is energy management. Because managing your time means nothing if you have no energy to spend in it. In this episode I make the case that at midlife, most of us have more responsibility than we have ever had and less energy than we used to. If we do not put serious forethought into how we spend our energy each day, life runs us. And we end up feeling resentful, unfulfilled, and perpetually behind. I share what poor energy management actually looks like in practice and offer three questions to ask yourself every night that will change how you approach the next day. Ready to go deeper? Grab my book, The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Deep Health and Happiness, at https://theconsistencycode.com   #GraceAndGrit #EnergyManagement #MidlifeWomen #TimeManagement #SelfLeadership #WomensWellness #DeepHealth #IntentionalLiving #MidlifeHealth #Productivity

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I changed my mind on a very common piece of business advice. It's one of the most common messages we hear as entrepreneurs: build a business that runs without you. But what if we've been chasing the wrong goal? In this episode, Libby shares a mindset shift that completely changed the way she thinks about systems, delegation, and business ownership. Drawing on a recent personal experience and an unexpected epiphany, she explores why freedom and absence are not the same thing—and why building a business that allows you to spend more time doing the work you love is a much healthier and more sustainable goal.In this episode, you'll learn:Why "build a business that runs without you" may not be the right goal for most financial advisors—and what to strive for instead.The difference between freedom and absence, and how shifting your perspective can reduce burnout and increase fulfillment.A simple "Freedom Audit" exercise to identify which responsibilities energize you and which ones are holding you back.How to use systems and delegation to protect your energy, operate in your zone of genius, and create a business that supports the life you want.If you've ever felt like your business still depends too much on you, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. Rather than trying to remove yourself from your business entirely, you'll learn how to intentionally design your role so you can spend more time doing the work that only you can do—and that you genuinely enjoy. It's a practical mindset shift that can help you build a business that serves you, instead of one that simply demands more from you.Join the Systems to Scale Group Coaching Program HERE! Register for the Asset+Map Do It Together Webinar HERE! Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about T2MWorks HERE! Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE!   Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.

Free training:  simplyconvivial.com/organized - The problem isn't that you're inconsistent — it's that your definition of consistency is wrong.We've been taught to think of consistency like a machine: evenly-spaced, identical results every single day. But you're not a machine — you're a human being who fluctuates, cares for unpredictable people, and lives in real, messy circumstances. Trying to force machine-like sameness into your homemaking is actually what's preventing real consistency.In this episode, I walk through a better model: consistency like a tree, not a machine. Rooted and steadfast in your mission, but flexible enough to sway with the wind — adapting, adjusting, and giving each person what they need while still coming back to the things that matter most.You'll learn:

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the challenges of staying consistent with habits and explains why relying on motivation alone is unreliable. She shares actionable strategies for cultivating true consistency, focusing on increasing personal capacity, practicing positive self-talk, being present, simplifying routines, and reducing mental "noise." Listeners will learn how to move from dissatisfaction to satisfaction by keeping their word to themselves and embracing new habits with greater success.Timestamps00:00:00 - Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode on consistency and motivation00:02:02 - Importance and benefits of consistency in life00:03:25 - Example of trying to quit coffee and the challenge of maintaining consistency00:04:34 - Why motivation is unreliable for consistency00:05:24 - Introduces the concept of capacity as key to consistency00:06:50 - Explanation of capacity versus motivation00:08:06 - How maintaining capacity leads to easier consistency00:09:12 - Emphasizing everyone's unlimited potential for growth and change00:10:42 - Consistency as a vehicle from dissatisfaction to satisfaction00:11:49 - Acknowledging sources of dissatisfaction and calling them out00:13:03 - Tips for gearing up to be more consistent00:14:29 - First technique: Positive self-talk and reframing identity00:15:01 - Second idea: Be present to make better choices00:17:24 - Third idea: Avoid overwhelm and overscheduling00:18:40 - Fourth idea: Eliminate fear from the process00:20:09 - Fifth idea: Simplify the process and plan responses in advance00:21:07 - Sixth idea: Reduce "noise" such as comparison, excuses, and distractions00:25:11 - Recap: It's about keeping your word to yourself, not the habit itself00:27:14 - Free download offer and episode wrap-upTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistencyTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

Drawing on John Taylor Gatto's idea of "broken time," this episode explores why so many teens reach adulthood unable to structure their own hours or sustain focus. We connect Gatto's critique to Cal Newport's Deep Work, making the case that homeschooling's real advantage isn't curriculum, it's the chance to give kids back unbroken time to practice the skill of managing themselves. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/360

You have spent 20 years, maybe not literally, but it feels that way, chasing the perfect schedule. The one that would finally make everything click. I need to tell you something today that might sting a little at first and then feel like the biggest relief of your year. That schedule does not exist. It was never going to. If you have ever felt like you are doing everything right and still ending up in the same place every single week, this episode is going to change the way you see your entire business. And if you are ready to stop managing time and start operating differently, I am walking you straight into how. xoxo, Chelsi Jo . . . . . Ready to consistently grow your business without sacrificing yourself or your family? If you feel like you're constantly behind... If you never know what to work on first... If every week feels like you're starting over... Or if it seems like your business only grows when life finally slows down... You're not alone. Join me for the FREE ESCAPE Your Overwhelm Bootcamp, happening August 24–28, where I'll help you build your own Life + Business Operating System™. An intentional way of operating where your calendar, routines, projects, family responsibilities, and business priorities all work together instead of competing with each other. Over five days, you'll discover why your current way of operating isn't creating the consistency you want, design your own Life + Business Operating System™, and leave with a personalized 90-Day Operating Plan so you can immediately begin operating from it.

Chaos to Consistency 90-minute Reset: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/reset ⬅️ Feeling overwhelmed, chaotic, and constantly behind — no matter how hard you're working? Working harder isn't the answer. What you actually need is to stop and make a few simple, intentional decisions — and this video walks you through exactly which ones.Forget the massive decluttering session or the perfect Pinterest system. The real reset is "thought work" — pre-made decisions in four key areas that clear the obstacles to a steady, peaceful rhythm at home.In this episode, I cover the 4 foundational systems every home needs:

Think back to January. You set some goals for the year. Now be honest, have you made any real progress on them?If that question stings a little, you're not alone, and it's not because you picked the wrong goal or lost your motivation. It's because most of us were never taught the planning structure that actually holds a goal together past March. In this episode, I'm breaking down the four levels of planning that work together to carry your goals through the entire year, starting from the ground up instead of the usual top-down approach.In This Episode, I'll Cover:The most detailed level of planning we do, and why it's actually the one that gives you the fastest wins.The level that quietly prevents you from waking up next month just as overbooked as you were this month.Why one specific planning rhythm is what keeps you connected to your longer-term goals and tells you when it's time to pivot.The biggest mistake I see people make when they try to run all four levels off their Google Calendar alone.Where most people's goal setting completely falls apart, and it has nothing to do with the goal itself.Mentioned in this episode:Plan-a-Palooza - https://www.megansumrell.com/plan________________________________

Let's talk about what solid time management actually is – including that it can mean "falling behind" on intentional things. Resources mentioned in this episode:Join the waitlist for the 10-week Bright Method program here: https://kellynolan.com/bright-method-waitlistLinks you might enjoy:

Text your thoughts and questions!Do you ever sit down to start an important task only to realize you have to clean up yesterday's mess first? Or feel like you're already behind before you've even begun because your workspace, browser tabs, or to-do list are filled with unfinished business?The clutter around us isn't just visual—it creates mental friction that quietly drains our energy, focus, and motivation. Whether it's a desk covered in papers, dozens of open browser tabs, or a mind full of unfinished tasks, every unresolved item competes for our attention. The good news? You don't need to organize your entire life to feel more in control. Sometimes all you need is a simple reset.In this episode, Lisa introduces her powerful "Back to Neutral" approach—a practical end-of-day reset that's helped countless clients reduce overwhelm and begin each day with greater clarity and ease. She explains the science behind why unfinished tasks weigh so heavily on our minds, walks through the three essential areas to reset (physical, digital, and written), and shares a simple five-minute habit that can dramatically improve your focus, productivity, and peace of mind. You'll discover that creating a fresh start tomorrow begins with a small investment today.This week, episode 325 of the Positively Living® Podcast explores how resetting your space clears your mind and shares a simple framework for reducing mental clutter so you can start every day with greater focus and less stress.Key Takeaways:Learn why having to "do work before doing your work" quietly drains your energy and motivation.Discover Lisa's "Back to Neutral" method for creating a more productive starting point each day.Understand how unfinished tasks create mental tension through the Zeigarnik Effect.Learn why giving unfinished work an intentional home can calm your brain almost as effectively as completing it.Discover how a brief end-of-day reset creates a significant return on your time and energy investment.Explore the three essential reset areas: physical, digital, and written.Learn how visual clutter impacts your ability to focus, create, and make decisions.Discover why open browser tabs and overflowing inboxes are hidden sources of mental overload.Learn how creating a "mental bookmark" helps your future self get started without hesitation.Understand why your workspace doesn't need to be perfect—it simply needs to be workable.Discover how a daily mind sweep complements your physical reset by clearing mental clutter.Learn practical ways to capture ideas and unfinished tasks so your brain doesn't have to hold onto them.Explore a simple five-minute end-of-day routine that builds consistency without feeling overwhelming.Understand how small, intentional resets compound over time to reduce stress and improve productivity.Learn how creating a fresh starting point each day helps you work with more focus, confidence, and ease.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/Stop trying to fit into someone else's productivity rules! Grab my free Productivity Toolkit, a collection of workbooks designed to help you explore how you work, uncover what truly matters to you, and create your very own energy-friendly systems. Get it here: www.positivelyproductive.com/plpkitCONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:FacebookInstagramResourcesWork with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Decluttering Playlist on the Positively Living® PodcastFree Guided Mind Sweep Workbook & AudioPositively Productive Resources LibraryBook a Clarity CallAsync Coaching(Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Resources Page.)Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3Music by Ian and Jeff ZawrotnyStart your own podcast with Buzzsprout!Request this Toolkit and other free resources at the Resources Page.

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you work, you just keep sinking further behind?If you've ever thought, "I just need to try harder," this episode is for you.Today I'm joined by organizing expert, founder of Organize 365®, and bestselling author Lisa Woodruff to talk about her new book, Escaping Quicksand. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped Lisa move from constant overwhelm to feeling more peaceful, intentional, and in control—even as life became more complex.In this conversation, we discuss:Why more effort isn't always the answer to overwhelmThe hidden mental load of managing a householdHow to let go of perfectionism while still giving your bestThe difference between being proactive and reactiveWhy you can't control everyone else—but you can control your responseThe importance of putting yourself on your own to-do listHow to create more margin and reclaim your leisure time without guiltThis episode is packed with practical wisdom and encouraging reminders for every busy mom who feels like she's carrying the weight of the world.Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

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Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Feeling stuck in procrastination and unable to reach your full potential? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares her top 8 tried-and-true productivity strategies to help you let go of overwhelm, show up confidently, and create meaningful progress every day. Learn how to ease up on self-judgment, banish stagnation, set boundaries, avoid time waste, and celebrate every win—big or small. Get ready to play a better, more empowered game of productivity and break free from feeling stuck!Timestamps00:00:00 Introduction to procrastination and its effects00:01:03 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and sets the episode's theme00:01:50 Overview of 8 productivity strategies00:02:22 Strategy 1: Ease up00:03:58 Strategy 2: Always show up00:05:17 Strategy 3: Play and have fun00:06:37 Strategy 4: Move away from “good/bad” language00:08:47 Strategy 5: Go for no stagnation00:10:05 Strategy 6: Show up for yourself first00:12:24 Strategy 7: No time waste00:13:54 Strategy 8: Always celebrate00:15:54 Free download and closing remarks00:16:30 Subscription, website, and contact informationTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/8strategiesTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3482: Ross Enamait challenges the common belief that building strength requires endless hours in the gym, explaining that consistency and smart use of available time matter far more than marathon workouts. Drawing from his own busy life balancing work, family, and coaching, he shows that meaningful progress comes from making fitness a priority and staying committed over the long term. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://rosstraining.com/blog/2014/05/time-management-and-efficiency/ Quotes to ponder: "My training success is not the result of endless hours of daily exercise. Instead, I am the product of consistency over many years." "There is more to life than exercise. So while I do enjoy training, I enjoy the end result even more." "Ultimately, we all make time for whatever is important to us. It is all about priorities." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is "Am I doing enough?" the first thing on your mind every homeschool morning? Nicole Anderson — homeschooling mom of three and self-described recovering perfectionist — says that's the wrong question. And changing it might be the most freeing thing you do for your family.Nicole joins the Simply Convivial podcast to share how she manages the overwhelming demands of homeschooling and homemaking without burning out — not by doing more, but by shifting her entire framework from perfectionism to faithfulness.In this conversation we cover:Why there really is too much to do — and why that's not the problem you think it isThe one question that replaces "Am I doing enough?" (it changes everything)Her simple planning system: running lists, a single-page monthly calendar, and a binder that keeps it all togetherWhy she stopped trying to do everything every dayHow her mission of discipleship reframes every homemaking and homeschooling decisionA broader definition of hospitality that takes the pressure off your homeWhether you're drowning in Christian homeschooling overwhelm or just need someone to tell you the laundry can wait — this episode is for you.Topics: homeschool planning, homeschool routines, Christian homeschooling, homeschool mom burnout, simplified homeschool, discipleship and homemaking

You've heard the dreaded B word. Budget. Maybe you've never found one that actually sticks or maybe you're the opposite, and you feel pretty on top of your money already. Either way, this episode is going to shift how you see it.I first found Mike Michalowicz back in 2019 when I read Profit First, and it completely changed how I manage the finances here at The Pink Bee. So when his newest book, The Money Habit, came out, I devoured it. This one applies those same principles to home finances, which means you'll love it even if you're not an entrepreneur. One of my favorite parts of this conversation is when Mike and I realized his money system works exactly like the way our community already plans their time. Turns out the thing that finally makes your money make sense is treating your bank account like your calendar.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why traditional budgets set you up to fail before you even start, and what Mike says to build instead.The number of hours a day the average person spends worrying about money, backed by a 2025 study that genuinely stopped me in my tracks.The system Mike uses to take money out of one confusing pile and give it the same at-a-glance clarity your calendar has.The one word swap that changes whether you stay buried in debt or actually dig your way out.Where to start if the whole thing feels like too much, because you do not have to do it all at once.Connect With Mike Michalowicz:www.mikemotorbike.comwww.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz ________________________________