Too Legitimate to Quit: Growth Strategies with a Pop Culture Spin

72: On Creativity, Discipline & The Home Edit (feat. Molly Beran)

May 16, 2022

Molly Beran, a project management guru and corporate trainer, shares her insights on juggling creativity and discipline. She emphasizes that structure can enhance creativity, debunking the myth that constraints stifle innovation. Molly draws parallels between project management and parenting, highlighting essential organizational skills. They also discuss the Netflix hit The Home Edit, showcasing how decluttering can boost productivity and mental clarity. Tune in for practical tips to transform chaos into creativity!

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Quick takeaways

A structured approach to project management can enhance creativity by providing constraints that inspire innovative problem-solving.

Utilizing simple project management tools, rather than complex software, promotes organization and productivity aligned with one's natural workflow.

Deep dives

Focus on Action and Planning

Small business owners should prioritize not just completing tasks but also strategizing their efforts. It is crucial to avoid getting caught up in low-value activities, such as endlessly scrolling social media, which can create a false sense of productivity. Instead, establishing an overarching plan allows for more meaningful and directed action. By balancing task completion with strategic planning, business owners can achieve greater results without falling into the traps of procrastination and aimless activity.

Intro

2min

Balancing Productivity and Flexibility

9min

Creativity Within Constraints

6min

Parenting as Project Management

4min

Simplicity in Project Planning

9min

Mastering Home Organization

12min

Decluttering for Creativity and Productivity

5min

Do you rebel against structure - or do you crave it? Does the idea of managing others or being managed make you feel supported or smothered? And how can you find the freedom and flow to bring true creativity into your business? The surprising answer - constrain yourself!

This week, Annie P. sits down with Project Management all-star, Molly Beran. Molly knows that a lean, well-oiled, and responsive system is actually the best foundation for creative work - as long as you're structuring with your nature and your needs in mind! Then, leaning into the old adage "tidy house, tidy mind," Molly introduces Annie to the Netflix sensation The Home Edit (which itself started as a small 2-woman business). It's a must-listen if your creative juices aren't flowing so freely. It's time to unclog your mind!

*Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language.

Connect with Molly via her website, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Be sure to check out the fabulous free project templates available here.

Love to podcast and chill? This week's episode joins our Legitimate Netflix playlist - featuring lessons from Netflix Originals like Bridgerton, Grace and Frankie, and Cobra Kai.

Craving connection, co-working, and a way to enjoy your time on LinkedIn? Join our free community, The Legitimati, and do your weekly homework with us! It's also the perfect way to rub elbows with our fabulous guests.

Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Text the word EASY to 411-321 for Annie P's guide to ditching your sales baggage. (Outside the US? No problem! Just text EASY to 1-909-741-1321 on WhatsApp!)

For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com

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