The Organized Coach - Productivity, Business Systems, Time Management, ADHD, Routines, Life Coach, Entrepreneur

Tracy Hoth | Certified Life Coach, Professional Organizer, Systems Specialist

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Aug 5, 2025 • 20min

123 | Overwhelmed, Distracted, and Stuck: Why You Can’t Get Organized

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/123 What to Do When You’re Too Overwhelmed to Start Organizing Ever feel like getting organized sounds amazing in theory but totally impossible in real life? Like, your brain knows a tidy digital system would save time and stress... but you’re too mentally fried to even think about where to start? In this second episode of my four-part series on “The Real Cost of Disorganization,” we go deeper into why you still haven’t gotten started—even after shifting your mindset from episode one. If overwhelm, distractions, or decision fatigue have you stuck, I want you to know: you’re not broken, you’re just overloaded. And this episode is your permission slip to take small, doable steps toward order (without the shame spiral). I’ll walk you through four super simple strategies to finally get out of stuck mode, even when the idea of “getting organized” feels like a mountain you don’t have the energy to climb. You’ll also hear real stories from listeners that prove you’re not alone in this struggle, and more importantly, that change is possible. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why disorganization isn’t your fault (and what’s really behind it) The truth about what clutter is silently costing you The three things creating your personal “overwhelm tornado” Four actionable steps to get organized, even if you’re mentally exhausted One hilarious (and oh-so-relatable) story about misplaced worksheets What support and systems actually look like in real life Resources Mentioned: Free Workshop: Learn my organizing framework and the only 5 file folders you need to organize your entire business (and keep it that way!): https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files Organized Coach Academy: https://simplysquaredaway.com/oca Book a call: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments
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Jul 29, 2025 • 30min

122 | 5 Stories Behind Disorganization and How to Shift Them

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/122 This episode kicks off a powerful 4-part series I'm calling The Real Cost of Disorganization. You know disorganization costs you time and money (remember Ep. 120?), but there’s something even deeper, something sneakier at play. It’s your stories. The stories you believe about yourself… about your clutter… about what it all means. They’re keeping you stuck, overwhelmed, and maybe even avoiding that one drawer (you know the one). In this episode, I read real, raw answers from listeners who replied to my email asking: What’s holding you back from getting organized? From shame to avoidance to ADHD and more, these stories are universal. But they're also changeable. And I’ll show you how. You're not lazy. You’re just believing a story. Tune in to identify your story, find where it’s keeping you stuck, and hear tangible ways to start rewriting it. This episode is part 1 in the series. Stay tuned each week as we unpack the emotional, mental, and financial cost of disorganization—and the freedom that comes when you get organized. What You’ll Learn: Why disorganization is more than just clutter How guilt, shame, and avoidance sabotage your progress What neuroscience says about your brain’s “avoidance mode” Why being stuck can feel “safe” (but is secretly draining you) How to rewrite your story so you can take powerful action A mindset reframe that helps ADHD brains get organized How decluttering could actually give you more energy (what!?) Why your past attempts at organizing aren’t failures—they’re reps Book a free Organizational Audit and let’s uncover exactly how getting organized can help you save time, sign more clients, and grow your business, starting now. Click here -->  https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments 
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Jul 22, 2025 • 49min

121 | Overwhelmed? How to Build Your Ideal Week with Anna Dearmon Kornick

Are you making time management harder than it needs to be? If your calendar looks like a cluttered junk drawer, jammed full of urgent to-dos and last-minute chaos, this episode is for you. I sat down with Anna Dearman Kornick, time management coach and author of Time Management Essentials, to unpack how to actually manage your time in a way that feels aligned, flexible, and realistic. Anna's background is fascinating: from orchestrating a US Congressman’s minute-by-minute schedule (even his wife had to book time with her!) to guiding universities through PR disasters—she's the queen of managing chaos. Today, she helps ambitious professionals like you figure out how to run your schedule on your terms, instead of feeling like you’re always behind. We cover everything from navigating overwhelm to creating an “ideal week” that prioritizes what matters most, without the guilt trip. Get ready to shift your mindset around time management, learn how to build routines that actually work for you, and finally stop letting all the pebbles crowd out your big rocks. What you’ll learn: Why your calendar might look organized but still be a total disaster (and how to fix it) The difference between boulders, big rocks, and pebbles, and how to plan your week around them Anna’s surprisingly gentle approach to morning routines (no 5 AM sprints required!) How to build “chaos blocks” into your day so you’re prepared for the inevitable curveballs Anna's top tool for staying organized For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/121
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Jul 15, 2025 • 21min

120 | STOP! Disorganization Is Flat Out Costing You MONEY - Do This

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/120 Book your complimentary consult call today! https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments Disorganization IS stealing money from your business! Ever thought, “Eh, being organized isn’t that big of a deal”? Spoiler: It’s probably costing you thousands. Or more! In this episode, I’m cutting straight to it with a bold (and maybe uncomfortable) truth: your disorganization is flat out costing you money, and more than you think. I’m sharing a story of a sweet colleague who said, “Tracy, I don’t care about finding files in seconds. I care about making money.” She is so right. I needed this reminder. But here’s the kicker: the only way you make more money is by NOT wasting time hunting for stuff, fixing mistakes, and letting opportunities slip because your backend’s a hot mess. You make more money by prioritizing money-producing actions, executing an organized calendar, following the most efficient systems easily, finding things you need in seconds, and knowing you can confidently run (and scale!) your organized business.  We’re diving into the five hidden ways disorganization is bleeding your business dry, from wasted hours to missed sales. I’m also sharing what to do instead, so you can finally scale, sign more clients, and (yes!) actually enjoy that freedom you started your business for. If you’re tired of your business being duct-taped together, this one’s for you. What you’ll learn: Why wasting time searching for files is literally throwing money away (I do the math for you!) How being reactive instead of proactive means your competitors get your clients (Yikes) The reason messy systems make you look (and feel) less trustworthy, and cost sales Why you’ll hit a ceiling fast without streamlined systems The sneaky ways disorganization is draining your profits on tools, contractors, and mistakes The simplest first steps to get organized for real revenue growth
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Jul 8, 2025 • 37min

119 | The Simple CEO Week System to Organize Your Whole Business with Holly Haynes

Is your calendar a mess? Are you running out of time to accomplish the most important tasks? If you ever feel like your week is one giant scramble of client calls, last-minute tasks, tending to fires, and wondering what the heck you’re supposed to be doing next...you’re going to LOVE this episode. I brought on Holly Haynes, a 7-figure business owner, productivity expert, and queen of batching, to break down exactly how she built her wildly successful business working only 8-10 hours a week (yep, seriously). She shares her signature CEO Week framework, how to create theme days, and why you absolutely need a “creative block” in your schedule. We also dug into: How Holly went from working a corporate job with twins in kindergarten to building a 7-figure business in just 5 years. The simple formula of CEO Week: theme days + a creative block + a CEO day. What happens when your tasks spill over into other days (hint: it’s not the end of the world). The most common resistance people have when trying to implement theme days, and how to overcome it. Why your business should feel a little boring if it’s working right (yup). How she strategically added team members to shrink her calendar, not stretch it. Simple ways she plans her days to avoid feeling scattered and overwhelmed. I also share where the resistance that comes up, and where I realized my boundaries had shifted, and how I was inspired to make changes. For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/119  
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Jul 1, 2025 • 22min

118 | 10 Things You Don’t Know About Getting Organized (But Should!)

This week, I’m pulling back the curtain with a personal update (yes, sweaty palms and all) and diving into a topic I love, but one that might just flip your organizing assumptions on their head. After a dreamy trip to NYC with my daughter and gearing up for a summer full of lake days and mastermind meetups, I’m sharing ten unexpected truths about getting organized that most people never talk about. Spoiler alert: if you’re spending hours digging for files, jumping between tools, or feeling major business burnout, this is a sign! You’re not broken, you’re just disorganized. Let’s fix that. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why being “perfectly organized” is NOT the goal (and what is) The real cost of digital clutter—hint: it’s time, and it affects everything How systems = freedom (and not prison) The one thing you must do before hiring help Why your brain is not a filing cabinet and what to use instead How to treat organizing like a practice, after the project Why DIYing your organization is holding you back How being organized is a form of self-respect (YES, it is) For the full post, links, and resources, go to --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/118
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Jun 24, 2025 • 38min

117 | The Psychology of Clutter and How It’s Affecting Your Business with Samantha Brown

Happy Birthday to me! To celebrate, I'm offering three ways I can help you get organized...but these are only available until the end of June! Organized Life Academy - Join for the remainder of 2025 and declutter and organize your home and life.  👉 http://simplysquaredaway.com/ola   Business Organizing Intensive - Together, we'll organize three key areas of your business to achieve the greatest return on investment (ROI). This is hands-on, sharing screens, and getting it done! (A best seller during Black Friday last year. Limited spaces. Includes two 90-minute private sessions.) 👉 http://simplysquaredaway.com/boi   Momentum Builder - Work on anything you'd like...home, business, mindset, a project, your time and calendar, Q3 planning, etc. (New offer. Includes three 55-minute sessions.) 👉 http://simplysquaredaway.com/momentum  What if your clutter isn’t just the stuff on your desk or the pile of old emails in your inbox? What if clutter runs way deeper, showing up as fear, indecision, and impostor syndrome in your business? In this episode, I’m diving into the psychology of clutter with Samantha Brown, professional organizer, coach, and host of The Pro Organizers Coach Podcast. Samantha and I are both organizers and coaches, and this conversation was a fun blend of mindset and practical strategies. You’ll hear us discuss why clutter occurs in the first place, how it infiltrates your business, and, most importantly, how to finally release it so you can move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and freedom. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like your brain is running a million miles an hour… this episode will help you clear the mental clutter so you can get back to doing what you love. Here’s what you’ll learn: The surprising link between physical clutter and mindset blocks How clutter creates “hot spots” in your business (and how to find them) Why perfectionism, fear of the unknown, and overthinking can keep you stuck How to “assign homes” for the thoughts that clutter your mind Why clarity leads to confidence (and more clients) The simple mindset shift that makes it easier to release what’s no longer serving you How failing faster can actually build your business faster Sneaky ways clutter hides in your offers, workflows, and systems For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/117 Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 file folders you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files
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Jun 17, 2025 • 20min

116 | This ONE Habit Boosts Joy and Organization

Are you delighting in your business or just checking boxes? We’re halfway through 2025 (yep, already), and if you’re like me, you might be feeling the pressure of those January or Q2 goals whispering, “So... how’s that going?” In this episode, I’m slowing things down to share something that hit me on a four-mile walk in total silence (no podcasts, no audiobooks... just me and the Lord). It was this: Delight. What would change in your business, or your life, if you focused less on fixing and more on delighting? If you celebrated the email you cleared, the system you created, the connection you made, instead of shaming yourself for not doing more? I tell the story of a spontaneous fast with my church group, how delight showed up on a walk, and why we as coaches need to tap into this delicious delight more often. (Shoutout to Laura!) We’re talking about delighting in the imperfect, the small wins, the unplanned connections, and even the digital decluttering process - yes, even THAT can be delightful. What you’ll learn in this episode: A sweet story from my Women to Women group (and why it led to a silent walk) What “delighting” even looks like in your organizing journey How I’m finding joy in visibility and new connections this year The surprising delight in reviewing old digital freebies and files How to shift from self-judgment to self-celebration Creative ways to over-celebrate your organizing wins How delight builds momentum in your organizing and your biz ➡️ Book a call with me to find out what you need to reach your organizing goals: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments ➡️ Doors are open to Organized Life Academy! Join me to organize your home and life: https://simplysquaredaway.com/ola I➡️ 'll help you For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/116
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Jun 10, 2025 • 53min

115 | Why Emotional Eating Might Be Sabotaging Your Business with Laura Conley

I'm opening the doors to Organized Life Academy to celebrate my birthday month! If you want to declutter and organize your home before the end of 2025, join NOW by clicking here 👉 https://simplysquaredaway.com/ola  In this episode, I'm talking with Laura Conley about how to love your body, lose weight, and still run a bold, visible business.  Okay… I don’t think I’ve ever had a conversation quite like this one on the podcast - eating, body image, weight loss goals, and running a business with all the visibility that comes with it.  So, of course, I had to bring in Laura Conley, certified life and weight loss coach and founder of The Yummy Mummy Experience. This episode is packed with real talk, big mindset shifts, and so many mic-drop moments you’ll want to scribble down (or pause and replay ten times like I did). We discuss what emotional eating truly is, how to recognize it without judgment, and how to work towards your goals with love and self-trust, rather than shame. We discussed: Can you love your body AND want to lose weight? How your food chatter is showing up in your business Why it’s okay to want to feel HOT and what that means for your confidence Emotional eating as a check engine light and not a failure Delicious dopamine vs. detrimental dopamine How two outfits can seriously change your visibility game Get ready to laugh, reflect, and walk away with tangible tools (and maybe a few new phrases like “glimmer hunting” and “delicious dopamine”).  You’ll Learn: How emotional eating impacts your business energy and decision-making The secret to loving yourself and still wanting more for your health Why naming your “diet brain” might be the most freeing thing ever How to shift out of food as your only coping mechanism The power of celebrating yourself like a crazy person (trust us, it works) For the full blog post, notes, links, and to connect with Laura, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/115
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Jun 3, 2025 • 24min

114 | The Secret to Finally Get Organized? Start with This One Shift

Click here to learn more and join Organized Life Academy now. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/ola You Thought You Were Just Organizing—But This Is What’s Really Happening Have you ever started organizing your house, your office, your email inbox—thinking, “This time I’m going to be SO focused”… and suddenly, you’re crying? Or maybe you just zone out. Two hours pass. Nothing’s done. You’re overwhelmed, discouraged, and the clutter’s still staring back at you. That doesn’t mean you’re lazy. It doesn’t mean you’re disorganized. It means you’re coming up against the real work of organizing—and it has way more to do with your identity than your stuff. In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I dive into what organizing is really about. Yes, it’s about decluttering and structure. But more than that? It’s about who you’re becoming in the process. Key points: Why organizing often triggers emotion, avoidance, or grief What your clutter is actually trying to tell you How identity stories like “I’ve always been messy” sabotage your progress Why letting go of old items is also about letting go of old versions of you How Organized Life Academy helps you rewrite those stories and become the calm, confident version of yourself If you’ve ever felt like organization “should” be simple but it never feels that way, this episode will help you feel seen—and supported. Doors to Organized Life Academy are open now for the rest of 2025! Join at half price, get June FREE, and finally become the version of you who feels organized every day. For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/114

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