As an entrepreneur, you make countless decisions every day. From what to wear to which client to prioritize, your brain is constantly at work. But did you know that every choice—big or small—drains your mental energy? This is called decision fatigue, and it’s one of the biggest culprits behind procrastination, stress, and burnout. The key… Continue reading Stop Re-Deciding: How to Eliminate Decision Fatigue and Free Up Mental Energy
Category: Work Life Balance
Spring Clean Your Workspace: From Your Office Desk to Your Digital Desktop
Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start—not just for your home, but for your workspace too! As entrepreneurs, our workspaces, both physical and digital, play a huge role in our productivity and efficiency. A cluttered desk can lead to a cluttered mind, and an unorganized digital space can slow us down. Let’s embrace… Continue reading Spring Clean Your Workspace: From Your Office Desk to Your Digital Desktop
How I Balance It All!
As a wife, mom, and entrepreneur, finding balance isn’t about perfection—it’s about intention. Over the years, I’ve built routines and habits that keep me grounded, focused, and (mostly) sane. Life is always moving, but with the right structure, I can navigate my days with purpose. My Daily Rhythm My mornings start at 6:00 AM with… Continue reading How I Balance It All!
Burnout-Proofing Your Remote Career
As a virtual assistant, it’s easy to feel like the workday never ends. Emails ping late into the night, one more task always calls, and before you know it, you’re running on empty. Sound familiar? Learning to unplug seemed impossible to me—until I discovered the Shut-Down Ritual. This simple yet life-changing practice helped me reclaim… Continue reading Burnout-Proofing Your Remote Career
Wrapped In Productivity: Pioneering Cozy Professionalism
Since Thanksgiving, with nightly temperatures hovering near freezing, I’ve been inseparable from my winter best friend: my electric throw blanket. This thing is more than a blanket—it’s becoming a lifestyle. Whether I’m curled up on the couch in the evening watching my favorite movies or getting lost in a good book, it’s right there, keeping… Continue reading Wrapped In Productivity: Pioneering Cozy Professionalism
Scott Friesen: Transforming Businesses Through Simpletivity
In the vast world of productivity coaching and online education, few names resonate as strongly as Scott Friesen’s. As the founder of the Simpletivity YouTube Channel and Streamline Academy, Scott has made a significant impact on entrepreneurs and professionals worldwide. But beyond the numbers and accolades lies a more personal story – one of transformation… Continue reading Scott Friesen: Transforming Businesses Through Simpletivity
How Limitations Can Be Liberating in Your Business
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, which swept through my hometown of upstate South Carolina, many businesses found themselves grappling with unexpected challenges. For over ten days, our community was plunged into darkness, cut off from electricity and communication. As a business owner, I faced a stark choice: let these limitations cripple my operations or… Continue reading How Limitations Can Be Liberating in Your Business
Hidden Gmail Gem: Schedule Emails for Better Work-Life Balance
As an executive virtual assistant, I often encounter clients struggling with work-life balance. Recently, I worked with a client who felt compelled to send emails at all hours – 8:00 PM after a long day, 4:45 AM during workouts, and weekends at his desk. His frustration was twofold: fear of forgetting important communications and disappointment… Continue reading Hidden Gmail Gem: Schedule Emails for Better Work-Life Balance
My Productivity Journey with Ali Abdaal
As an entrepreneur with a voracious appetite for productivity strategies, my journey with Ali Abdaal’s methodology has been nothing short of transformative. It all began with a simple click on one of his YouTube videos, intrigued by the thumbnail showcasing his meticulously organized desk setup, complete with a massive 49-inch UltraWide Monitor. Little did I… Continue reading My Productivity Journey with Ali Abdaal
Taming Your Fragile Focus
As busy entrepreneurs, we’re all familiar with that feeling. You know, the one where you sit down, ready to tackle your mile-long to-do list, certain that you are going to conquer the day. Yet, an hour later, you’ve barely made a dent. Emails are piled up, notifications beckon, and that urgent “life admin” task (laundry reboot or pups… Continue reading Taming Your Fragile Focus