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Nichica F Melton doesn't mince words when it comes to productivity: most of us are trapped by "bogus strategies" that keep us overwhelmed without delivering results. As a five-time published author, mother of six, and productivity coach, she's lived the struggle of drowning in obligations while putting on a brave face.
"Check on your strong friends," she says, "because they're the ones people always ask last if they need anything." That observation cuts to the heart of why so many high-achievers suffer silently under crushing workloads – they're masters at hiding their struggle behind a mask of competence.
In this energetic conversation with Wanda Pearson, Nichica breaks down her practical approach to reclaiming your time and energy. Her "three Ds" framework – Do it, Delegate it, or Discard it – offers a simple but powerful way to evaluate every demand on your time. This system proves especially challenging for micromanagers who struggle to release control, which Nishika identifies as a primary cause of overwhelm.
Beyond tactics, Nichica tackles the mindset shifts necessary for lasting change. She distinguishes between empowerment and enablement: "Empowering someone is reminding them who they are and what they can do beyond how they see themselves." True empowerment pushes people beyond their comfortable safety zones into "the deep" where their greatest potential waits to be unlocked.
On collaboration, Nichica offers a perspective that reframes how we think about working together: "The person who thinks that they will get where they need to be by themselves is delusional." The key is ensuring collaborations are mutually beneficial rather than parasitic, where one party gives while the other only takes.
Whether you're an entrepreneur or working a 9-to-5, Nichica's strategies work because they're customizable to your unique situation. Discover how to cut through the "bogus strategies" keeping you busy but unfulfilled, creating space for the work that truly matters.

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