Best Settinggoals Podcasts (2025)

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5 Ways to Get Ahead of the Holiday Hustle (Before It Starts) 17:10

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Imagine it’s mid-December. Your calendar is packed, your to-do list is endless, and you’re running on fumes. Sound familiar? It doesn’t have to be that way this year. In this episode, I’m sharing five shifts you can make right now to create a calmer, more intentional holiday season. Plus, I’m officially opening registration for the Take Back Your T…

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The Most Overwhelming Time of Year: How I’m Handling the Season that Does the Most 5:25

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It’s that time of year when everything ramps up -- school events, work deadlines, family gatherings, and the pressure to make it all magical. In this bonus episode, I’m sharing how I’m approaching the season differently this year, and why you might want to, too. If you’ve ever wished this season could feel lighter and more joyful, don’t miss Monday…

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The Real Reason Why Decluttering Feels So Hard (Hint: It’s Not the Stuff) 1:01:39

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Think clutter is just a stuff problem? Think again. In this episode, Ingrid Jansen of The Declutter Hub reveals the surprising emotional roadblocks that keep us stuck in the chaos. Ingrid shares how to recognize what’s really holding you back, how to start small without overwhelm, and how to get your kids involved in a positive way. If you’ve tried…

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Time Blocking Doesn’t Work (For Everyone): How Your Personality Shapes the Way You Manage Time 18:27

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Ever tried time blocking and hated it? You’re not the problem, and in this episode, I’m telling you why. Tune in to find out why most time management systems don’t stick, how your personality shapes the way you manage time, and three simple steps to find what actually works for you. Plus, take my free quiz to discover your unique time management pe…

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Stop Doing this One Thing that’s Wrecking Your Time Management 17:18

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Do you ever feel like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough? Or that you’ll finally focus on managing your time once life settles down—only life never actually settles? You’re not alone. In this episode of It’s About Time, I’m pulling back the curtain on one sneaky habit that keeps so many of us stuck in busyness. You’ll hear how college cam…

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Bonus - Why Now is the Right Time to Fix Your Time Management 7:52

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In this bonus episode of It's About Time, Anna builds on episode 291 and the common belief that you're too busy to fix your time management. She explores three common justifications for sticking with the status quo and counters them with three compelling reasons why now is the perfect time to take control. Tune in and discover why starting small ca…

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Too Busy to Fix Your Time Management? Try These 15-Minute Strategies Instead 16:37

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Feel like you're barely keeping your head above water, and the idea of fixing your time management feels totally out of reach? You’re not alone. And more importantly? You’re not broken. In this episode, I’m busting the myth that you need more time to get better at managing your time. I’ll show you why waiting for life to “calm down” is keeping you …

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Time Well Spent: How to Reclaim 10+ Hours a Week Without Sacrificing What Matters Most 14:37

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If you’ve ever looked up at the end of the week and thought, Where did the time go? – You are not alone. If you’re ready to reclaim 10+ hours in your week, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m sharing why you always feel like you're behind (even when you're doing everything “right”) and the real reason planners, apps, and productivity hack…

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Lighten Your Load: How I Use AI Everyday to Save Time at Work and Home 29:23

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AI is everywhere right now - and there’s no denying it’s a powerful tool to give you back hours in your week? In this episode, I’m sharing how I use AI in every part of my life to make faster decisions, streamline everyday tasks, and bring more fun and creativity to my days. Whether it’s cutting the time it takes to do work tasks in half or making …

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Protect Your Peace: How to Stop Letting Other People’s Expectations Define Your Time featuring Shelby Clement 45:04

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What does it really mean to protect your peace - and why does it matter for your time and balance? If you’ve ever felt pulled in a million directions by other people’s expectations, this episode is for you. Shelby Clement, founder of Shelby Clement Marketing, shares how she left her 9 to 5, built a thriving agency, and set boundaries to shut out th…

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Do You Need an “Anna Day?” An Inside-Look at my Quarterly Reset Ritual for Staying Motivated, Energized and Sane as a Working Mom 20:54

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Today, I’m sharing the little secret that keeps me motivated through the chaos of the year and maintains my sanity as a mom. It’s a simple but powerful habit I’ve been keeping for the past few years, and I call it… Anna Day. I’m sharing how my quarterly recharge days keep me grounded and energized, why you need your own Recharge Day, and the exact …

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Downloads, Docs & Desktop Disasters: How to Organize Your Digital Clutter in 5 Simple Folders 49:14

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When you picture getting organized, do you immediately think of color-coded bins and Pinterest-worthy pantries? You're not alone. But here’s the thing: organizing isn’t just about tidy drawers – it’s about reclaiming your time, reducing stress, and being able to find what you need when you need it. This week, I’m joined by professional organizer Tr…

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Align Your Time: How to Elevate Your Energy, Schedule, and Purpose in Just 60 Seconds with Lacey Newman 47:30

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Do you wish you could jump out of bed with tons of energy, filled with your purpose for the day? Today’s episode is full of tips and inspiration to get you there. Lacey Newman is a top 1% luxury listing agent, TV host, real estate coach and founder of the The Elevated Agent Collective. She shares how waking up with purpose fuels her high-energy day…

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When Time Isn’t Enough: How to Thrive Through Grief when the World Expects You to Keep Going featuring Krista St-Germain 50:51

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In the wake of the devastating flooding in the Texas Hill Country, so many families and communities have been impacted by loss and grief. Whether you’ve experienced personal loss or you’ve joined in the collective heartbreak of watching the community suffer, we are all touched by grief. In this episode, I’m joined by Krista St-Germain, Master Certi…

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Simple, Intentional, and Imperfect: How to Declutter Your Home, Mind, and Schedule with Sarah Horgan 50:37

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Have you ever found yourself stuck in all-or-nothing thinking? Like something’s not worth doing if it’s not perfect? If that sounds familiar, this one’s for you. Sarah Horgan, host of the simple + intentional podcast on decluttering and intentional living, shares what finally helped her break free from perfectionism – and how letting go of “doing i…

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Subtract to Multiply Your Time: Why Doing Less Is the Secret to Having More with Eleanor Beaton 55:44

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If you've ever found yourself saying, “I just need to add one more thing to finally get it together” – this episode is your loving intervention. Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media and host of the Woman Owned Podcast, is sharing why the secret to growing your business, career, and life might actually be doing less, not more. Tune in to hear Elean…

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Benefits of a Mid-Year Reset 24:15

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Many of us start the year with big aspirations or resolutions, perhaps even designing vision boards and taking action steps. However, a crucial question arises: are we truly moving forward, or just moving? It's easy for professionals to set ambitious yearly goals but then lose momentum as the year progresses. Without a structured way to track progr…

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Start Small, Grow Big: The Surprisingly Small Secret to Finishing BIG Projects and Getting Organized with Tasha Lorentz 45:06

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Have you ever said the words “I just need to get organized” – and then felt totally overwhelmed about where to even begin? Or maybe you’ve looked at a BIG project and thought, “Where do I even start?” Before you can even make a plan, the overwhelm has crept in. If that sounds familiar, you're going to love this conversation with Tasha Lorentz, host…

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Permission Granted: How to Make Time for Your Dreams in the Middle of Real Life featuring Lena Taylor 43:24

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Have you ever felt the nudge to reinvent yourself? Maybe you’re ready to try something totally different – launch a creative project, start a business, or finally share your voice – but you’re not sure where to begin, or something’s holding you back from changing course. Lena Taylor, a dynamic speaker and the creator behind YouTube channel Flipping…

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Fair Play, Real Talk: How to Lighten Your Invisible Mental Load and Get the Support You Need at Home and Beyond featuring Katelyn Denning 48:31

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Have you ever felt like you were carrying all the mental load at home? Like you’re the one remembering the gifts, refilling the coffee, scheduling the doctor’s appointments, and making sure the dishwasher actually gets emptied? Life Coach and Fair Play Method Facilitator Katelyn Denning is here to help us make the invisible load more visible – and …

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Productivity Without the Pressure: How to Slow Down without Falling Behind featuring Hilary Billings 47:19

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Have you ever felt like you needed to reach the same level of productivity every day, no matter what season of life you’re in? Maybe you’ve felt guilty when you were in a slower, more restful season. But what if productivity didn’t mean doing more – and instead, it meant honoring your seasons? Hilary Billings is an international speaker and a leadi…

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The Science of Getting Things Done: How to Get 2 Hours Back Into Your Workday No Matter How Busy You Are with Leslie Shreve 49:19

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Do you know that feeling when your to-do list is overflowing, your inbox is a mess, and you’re bouncing from task to task… but you’re not actually making progress on what matters most? If you’ve ever wondered where your time really goes—and how to get it back—you need to meet Leslie Shreve. Leslie is a workload management and productivity expert, a…

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Do Something: 3 Keys to Create Consistent Habits, Even When You’re Tired, Busy, and Overwhelmed 50:46

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Do you struggle with creating habits that stick, thanks to the overwhelm, low energy, and little time you have every day? You’re going to be so inspired by this conversation with Monica Packer. Monica is an expert in teaching habits differently, especially for busy women who think they are bad and making and keeping them. Tune in to hear why consis…

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From Overwhelmed to On Top of It: The Time Management Reset You’ve Been Looking For 27:21

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If your calendar is packed but you still feel like you’re falling behind, this episode is your invitation to a better way. We’re opening the doors to the newly transformed It’s About Time Academy—a high-touch, personalized time management coaching experience designed to help you take control of your time and live with intention. Learn what’s inside…

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What if TIME isn't the problem after all? The Surprising Truth about Overwhelm 14:30

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Have you ever looked at your calendar and thought, “There’s no way I can add one more thing”—while also wondering how everything feels so out of control anyway? If you feel like you’re checking all the boxes, but somehow just treading water—like you need to take time to get your life together, but you’re too busy to make it happen—then you’re in th…

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This 5-Day Challenge Could Shift How You Use Your Time Forever 7:23

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If you’re overwhelmed, stretched thin, or just done with trying to figure it all out on your own—this one’s for you. In this bonus episode, I’m giving you a sneak peek into the Take Back Your Time Challenge: a 5-day experience designed to help you create a rhythm that actually fits your real life. I’m walking you through what we’ll cover each day—a…

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Ready for a Real Change? Here's How to Take Back Control of Your Time 18:12

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If your calendar is full but your life still feels scattered…If you’re checking boxes all day but still wondering why you feel behind…If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “This can’t be how it’s supposed to feel…”—Then friend, today is your day. Because registration for the Take Back Your Time Challenge is open! Tune in for your personal walkt…

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What It Really Means to Take Back Your Time 7:01

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You’ve heard the phrase “take back your time”—but what does that really mean? In this bonus episode of It’s About Time, I’m getting personal about how my definition of time management has completely changed. Spoiler alert: it’s not about doing more—it’s about living better. If you’ve been craving more peace, more presence, and a rhythm that actuall…

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What to Do When “Just Get Organized” Isn’t Working 19:26

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Have you ever tried system after system, app after app, planner after planner… Only to feel like none of them actually work for you? You’re not alone, and you’re not the problem. That feeling is called system fatigue—the burnout that comes from trying to get organized over and over again, and still feeling like you’re spinning your wheels. Today, w…

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From Burnout to Boundaries: The Turning Point I Didn’t Expect 9:02

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You’ve heard me talk about my time on Capitol Hill and in the 24/7 world of crisis communications. But there’s one chapter I’ve never shared—until now. In this bonus episode, I’m telling the full story of the job I thought would be my escape… but quickly became a whole new crisis. From crying in stairwells to reclaiming my time, this is the moment …

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The Real Reason You Think You’re Bad at Time Management 18:23

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Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you work… there’s always something else waiting? Like you're living in this never-ending loop of playing catch-up—but no matter how much you do, you never actually catch up? You’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone. But if you’ve ever said to yourself, “I’m just bad at time management,” I’m g…

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Say Goodbye to Photo Overwhelm: How to FINALLY Organize Your Photos without Wasting Tons of Time and Giving Up with Miss Freddy 48:57

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Have you ever felt like your photo collection was a total disaster? Between the thousands of pictures on your phone, the hard drive full of college memories, and the shoeboxes of family snapshots gathering dust, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why I’ve called in a pro—Miss Freddy, a professional photo organizer who helps people wrangle their …

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ADHD-Friendly and Universally Helpful: Eye-Opening Time Tips from Skye Waterson of Unconventional Organization 40:35

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Have you ever walked out of the house, told yourself you have to start the laundry when you get home, and then the moment you walk in the door… it completely flies out of your brain? Or maybe you’re the queen of jotting things down so you don’t forget them – only to find yourself constantly surrounded by Post-it notes and overwhelmed. Do you have A…

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Intentional Harmony: How to Find Calm and Clarity through Emotional Intelligence with Natalyn Lewis 45:30

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Do you wish you had a way to juggle all the things — family, career, personal life — without feeling consumed by the chaos? Meet Natalyn Lewis — or “Natty” — an emotional performance coach who figured out how to do just that. Natty went from experiencing anxiety and debilitating panic attacks, to creating the concept of Intentional Harmony to live …

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The 15-Minute Method: The Surprisingly Simple Way to Change Your Life with Sam Bennett 41:26

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Do you feel like you never have enough time to get anything done? According to Sam Bennett, author of The 15-Minute Method: The Surprisingly Simple Art of Getting It Done, if you have 15 minutes a day, that’s enough to make big changes in your life. Sam is sharing what the 15-Minute Method is, and how you can start using it to do more of what matte…

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3 Signs You’re Doing Too Much (And What to Do About It) 23:09

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Most of us are spinning a lot of plates at once. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably had the moment when you realized: I’m doing everything I can just to keep everything from crashing down. I can’t keep this up forever. That’s why in today’s episode, I’m revealing how to know when you’re doing too much – plus, how to ask for help and ge…

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The Art of Saying No: How to Hold Boundaries and Create an Intentional Life ft. Rachel Closson 42:55

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Have you ever felt like you were burning the candle at both ends? Like you were giving so much away, that you had nothing left for yourself? This episode with Master High-Performance Coach Rachel Closson is for you. Rachel is sharing how she went from a self-proclaimed recovering work addict to living a simple, intentional life while owning a busin…

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What You Want Matters: How to Intentionally Design a Life You Love with Dina Cataldo 49:26

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If you’ve ever felt like you were under 24/7 pressure… like you couldn’t imagine slowing down… like you’re living your life according to everyone else’s expectations, instead of what you truly want… you need to hear this inspiring conversation with Dina Cataldo. Dina Cataldo is a speaker, podcast host, and coach for lawyers whose life was turned up…

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Time Management When You’re Sick: What I’ve Learned from a Rough Start to 2025 21:35

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We’ve had a rough start to 2025 in the health department. And while I’d love to tell you that I gracefully managed everything perfectly, the truth is—this season has forced me to slow down, re-prioritize, and really put my own time management strategies to the test. In this episode, I’m sharing how I’ve navigated time management through sickness—wh…

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Keep It Simple: How Minimalist Productivity can Maximize Your Time and Shrink Your To-Do List featuring Jade Boyd 46:00

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Your to-do list is a mile long. It’s got everything on it from “bathe the dog” and “organize kids’ closets” to “finish big work project,” and it feels like you’ll never get to the end of it. Here’s the truth: You might not NEED to get to the end of it… you might just need minimalist productivity. Business and Productivity Coach Jade Boyd is here to…

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Stop Fighting Your Inner Clock: Why Your Circadian Rhythm Might Be the Key to Unlocking More Energy and Productivity ft. Lynne Peeples 45:51

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We’ve all heard about working smarter, not harder. But what if the key to working smarter is actually working in sync with your body’s natural rhythms? What if aligning your schedule with your energy peaks and dips could transform how you get things done? That’s exactly what today’s guest, science journalist Lynne Peeples, explores in her book, The…

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The Overwhelm Epidemic: What the Past can Teach Us About Work-Life Balance (And What to Do About It) ft. Jenny Powers 55:07

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If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly on the go, juggling work, family, and life’s endless demands—yet still feeling like it’s never enough—this episode is for you. But here’s the twist: what if I told you that our overwork problem didn’t start with our jam-packed calendars, our smartphones, or even the industrial revolution? It actually goes …

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Should You Ditch Your To-Do List? How to Stop Making Lists and Start Living a Balanced Life featuring Jenn Trepeck 44:46

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Do you ever feel like you’re being pulled in every direction? Like you’re juggling so many different things at once that you can’t catch your breath? If you know what that feels like, then you’re going to love this conversation with Jenn Trepeck. Jenn is a health coach, business consultant, and host of the Salad with a Side of Fries Podcast. She’s …

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From Burnt Out to Lit Up: How to Show Up for Your People without Burning Out and Giving Up featuring Daisy Auger-Dominguez 46:19

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Have you ever felt the weight of burnout before? Have you so desperately wanted to love and lead the people in your life well, but you feel like you’re falling short because you’re just so tired? This week’s episode is for you. Daisy Auger-Dominguez, author of Burnt Out to Lit Up: How to Reignite the Joy of Leading People, is sharing how you can ta…

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The Invisible Workload: How to Delegate for Better Balance and Less Stress with Kelli Thompson 42:20

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If you’ve ever gotten to the end of the week and felt totally drained, like you’ve taken on way too much but you don’t know how to make a change, this episode is for you. Kelli Thompson is an executive coach and speaker who’s sharing all about the INVISIBLE workload that might be secretly draining you, how she follows her natural energy to find wor…

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The 5 AM Miracle: How to Stay Productive and Balanced through Life Changes with Jeff Sanders 47:23

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Have you ever tried to start the “perfect” morning routine, only to be totally overwhelmed and frustrated when you couldn’t make it happen for yourself? You’re not alone, and this week’s guest is sharing how he uses systems, tools, and routines that work with his life – and how he creates flexibility for when life throws you a curveball. Jeff Sande…

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Overwhelmed & Overspending? How to Find Financial Peace and More Free Time ft. The Budget Besties 48:47

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Does staying on top of your finances ever feel overwhelming? Do you wish you had a budgeting system that made everything easy? If you’re like OMG YES, you’re going to LOVE today’s guests: Shana Roberson & Vanessa Porten, The Budget Besties. Shana and Vanessa have learned how to build their business around their kids, so they can have flexibility, s…

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A Quick Thought on Focus and What I’m Focused on This Week 6:58

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In this week's episode, I'm talking (briefly) about something that can make or break, not just your day, but your dreams, your life, how you spend your time. FOCUS. Something we all could probably use a bit more of, right? That includes me. Tune in for a reminder about the importance of focus, and find out what I'm focusing on this week. 🔗 Save You…

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5 Questions to Ask When You’re Looking for Accountability 7:06

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Struggling to stick to your goals? The secret isn’t more willpower—it’s finding the right kind of accountability. In this quick bonus episode, we’re diving into 5 essential questions to ask when choosing an accountability partner or group. You’ll learn how to identify the type of support you need, decide whether in-person or virtual check-ins are b…

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The One Thing You Need To Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet (and 5 Places to Find It) 19:12

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Have you ever set a big, exciting goal, only to find yourself falling short or losing steam somewhere along the way? A lot of us have been there, and it can feel discouraging. But here’s the good news: the problem isn’t that goal setting doesn’t work for you. The truth is, the missing piece is something most of us overlook—accountability. Today, we…