Work + Life Harmony | Time Management, Organization and Planning for Overwhelmed Women

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Think you're too busy to plan? Feb 07, 2023

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Think you're too busy to plan? Then I need you to meet Tess! Tess Fjedheim is a student of The TOP Program and is a mom to 3 young kids, runs 2 businesses, AND runs a full-time farm with her husband.
With all the uncertainty that goes with her life, planning has been what allows her to carve out time for herself and her family without sacrificing her businesses. She has since grown her businesses and created positive Work+Life Harmony by using small wins and creating a morning routine.
Tess has become an amazing example of how one can stay on top of their time management, organization, and productivity and still have time for themselves. Structure is freedom!
Listen in as we discuss:
1. How Tess manages to juggle a full-time farm, two businesses, and three young children.
2. How Tess plans for her busy lifestyle with its high level of uncertainty.
3. How Tess prioritizes her time to stay balanced between her various roles.
The best place to connect with Tess is on social media!
https://www.instagram.com/tessfjeldheim https://www.facebook.com/tessfjeldheim https://www.facebook.com/afarmgirlbytess https://www.instagram.com/afarmgirlbytess
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Why We’re All Queen Bees and How to Use It to Master Your Time Jan 31, 2023

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Many people call me the Queen Bee of time management, organization, and productivity, but that's all wrong. We are ALL Queen Bees and when you learn to embrace that, that is when you find Work + Life Harmony.

The secret? The queen bee does NOT do everything. She does what she and only she can do and gets help with the rest. She has support. She honors and cares for other bees and they take care of her in return.

When things are optimized, they can grow.

Tune into today's episode to learn why this is an excellent lesson for us to learn from to take control of our lives, do what we are designed to do, and to care for each other.
In this episode, I'm covering:

1. What is the importance of the symbol of the queen bee and how can we embrace it in our lives?
2. What does a queen bee's role and life really look like?
3. How can we use the role of the queen bee to help manage our time, plan our lives, and find work-life harmony?

DM me 'Queen Bee' if you are ready to be the Queen Bee of your life!
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3 Tips for Staying Consistent With Your New Goals Jan 24, 2023

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We're about 3 weeks into the new year...how are you feeling about your goals? In this episode, I want to share 3 tips to help you stay more consistent with your goals and/or habit changes you set at the new year in case you have fallen off the wagon.
The first thing to recognize is that it's completely normal if you're struggling with the intentions you set! I have good news friend, there is a very easy to way help you stay more consistent and I'm sharing it in this episode.
Tune in to:
1. Uncover the three tips you need to stay consistent with your 2021 goals.
2. Learn how to break down a goal into activities that you have control over.
3. Discover if your goal is actually meaningful to you, or if it is someone else's.
I would love to know what your goal is after you listen to this episode. DM it to me over on Instagram @megansumrell

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Tackling Grief & Productivity with Krista St-Germain Jan 17, 2023

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In this episode of Work + Life Harmony, Krista St-Germain, a master certified life coach and widow, helps us tackle the heavy and hard topic of productivity through grief, teaching us to actively prioritize joy, acknowledge our emotions, and challenge the pervasive grief myths that can hinder our healing.

Krista St-Germain was a widow at the age of 40 after her husband was killed while trying to change a flat tire. She found herself struggling to find resources to help her through her grief and eventually stumbled upon a life coaching program. Through that program, she was able to learn how to change her thoughts and create something she genuinely wanted in the future. Krista now hosts a podcast to help other women struggling with grief, teaching them how to manage their thoughts and emotions and prioritize joy. With time, their brains can adjust to the new reality and create new data.

In this episode, we talk through:

1. How can we tackle productivity through grief

2. What are the common myths surrounding grief

3. How can we prioritize joy when planning our lives, both during and after grief

You can connect with Krista further on her website or over on Instagram @lifecoachkrista. If you are struggling with grief, she also has a free grief quiz that you can take to help decide which of her podcast episodes would serve you best:www.coachingwithkrista.com/griefsupport

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4 Steps to Reestablish Routines Jan 10, 2023

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If you were off your routines for 2 - 4 weeks, it can take 2 - 4 to get back on track!
After the holidays, it's time to take on what can seem like the daunting challenge of getting back on top of your routines, while learning to navigate the central conflict between your pre-existing routines and your new goals.
This episode is about the steps you can take to get back into routines and even add in new ones! I share the most important trick I've learned over time of getting into the habit of any routine and you'll walk away with tips to make it easier to get back into your routines in a calm, intentional, and peaceful way.
When you have the right systems and tools to plan and manage your time, you can live a life of harmony!
Tune in to:
1. Learn four steps to help you get back on track with routines you may have stepped away from after the holidays.
2. Discover how to create a morning routine that serves you based on your unique personality type and schedule.
3. Find out how to set yourself up for success by reintroducing routines one at a time and making sure they are present in your weekly plan.
After listening in, let's connect on Instagram over at @megansumrell. DM me and let me know what routine you are bringing back this week so I can cheer you on!
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The Non 'New Year New You' Plan Jan 03, 2023

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New year, new you, NO WAY! You don't need a new you. You are fantastic just the way you are. New year, new you implies that who we are isn't enough. How about we switch this to "New Year, I'm Here!".
With the original phrase, you are putting all your eggs in the New Year basket and this puts you in the place where you need a fresh year to do something different. I simply don't believe in this way of planning.
The solution? Listen in to find out!
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. Why the phrase "New Year, New You" can set you up for failure, and what to say instead.
2. How to make the most of a new year without overwhelming yourself with trying to become a "new you".
3. Discover a powerful planning process to help you prioritize and accomplish your goals throughout the year.
Ready to finally ditch overwhelm and learn how to gain control of your time no matter what life throws at you? DM me on Instagram the word "training" and I will send over my free training.
Like what you heard here?
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Saving time with Outsourcing with Michelle Fernandez Dec 27, 2022

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Do you run your own business? Outsourcing can come in many shapes and sizes. Today, I have Michelle Fernandez here to talk about the differences between using an agency vs. an independent contractor when you're ready to outsource tasks. She digs into how both can save you time and how to think about when to use each type.
Michelle Fernandez is the founder of a boutique marketing agency specializing in fractional CMO, Facebook ads, and funnel building to create predictable growth for businesses. She is also a mom of adult twins and understands the importance of managing time to create Work + Life Harmony.
Listen in as we discuss:
1. What are the pros and cons of hiring an agency versus an independent contractor?
2. What questions should you ask when looking for an agency to outsource tasks?
3. What are the time-saving benefits of working with an agency?
Michelle also has a podcast called The Traffic & Conversions Show and you can find her hanging out on Instagram at www.instagram.com/themichellefernandez
Like what you heard here?
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New Year's Resolutions: Why I Don't Set Them & What You Should Do Instead Dec 20, 2022

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Don't waste your time writing New Year's resolutions - they're a setup for failure. Once upon a time, I was a firm believer in making traditional New Year's resolutions each year, but I have since come to realize that this is a waste of time.
Instead of making bold statements at the beginning of the year (most times unrealistic to your current circumstances), I now focus on something completely different. A way that allows for changes that may come up over the course of the year and account for changes.
My realistic approach is how to set yourself up for success.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. Why I don't believe in New Year's resolutions and how they can actually set you up for failure.
2. What an alternative approach to New Year's resolutions is
3. A better way to approach goal setting for the coming year.
Like what you heard here?
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The Importance of Routines for People with ADHD to Stay Organized and Productive with Skye Rapson Dec 13, 2022

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Are learning time management and productivity skills a waste of time if you have ADHD? No! I am by no means an expert in this area so I brought one on the show instead.
ADHD expert, Skye Rapson, joins the podcast and is an academic with over seven years of experience working in adult education. She has studied in various fields, including Psychology, Sociology, and Public Health, and is now a Doctoral Candidate in Population Health. Skye was diagnosed with ADHD at the start of her doctorate. Since then, she has dedicated time to researching and disseminating ADHD studies, focusing on supporting others with strengths-based, neurodiverse-friendly tools and systems.
Skye shares some of the strategies today to build effective systems and help alleviate feelings of overwhelm and anxiety.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. How does time blindness affect people with ADHD?
2. What are some strategies for externalizing time?
3. How do routines help people with ADHD?
If you would like to connect with Skye, head over to her website https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/ or find her on Instagram @ unconventionalorganisation.
Like what you heard here?
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Having a Full Schedule Doesn't Equal a Full Life Dec 06, 2022

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I'm always surprised when people look at my weekly planner and see how much white space is in there. To the outside world, I appear to be a highly productive person. But the fact is, I have a lot of free time on my calendar. That's because I prioritize the things that are most important to me. And I've realized that a full calendar or full schedule does not necessarily mean that you have a full life.

In fact, sometimes it can mean the opposite. If you're constantly overbooked, over-scheduled, and over-exhausted, it's time to take a step back and assess what's really important to you. That way, you can fill your life with the things that bring you joy and make you feel accomplished, content and satisfied.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. How my schedule looks more blank than you think

2. The importance of removing things from your calendar that don't fill you up.

3. The benefits of having large chunks of time in your life that are not full.

Like what you heard here?

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