
Focus on This
Start loving Mondays! Marissa & Ken give you practical tips and proven strategies for increasing your focus so you can be more productive than ever before. Based on the proven Full Focus method used in the Full Focus Planner™, they'll help you banish distractions and get the right stuff done so you can start loving Mondays again. They also speak with guests and listeners who share their own productivity tips to help you make the most of every day. It's the most productive podcast on the internet!
Latest episodes

Apr 12, 2021 • 27min
#84: Blending an Ambitious Career with a Meaningful Life
Michael Hyatt, author of "Win at Work and Succeed at Life," and his daughter Megan Hyatt Miller share insights on blending ambitious careers with meaningful lives. They discuss the concept of the 'double win,' emphasizing that success in both work and personal life is achievable. Listeners learn about three key nonnegotiables to set for a balanced life and how to create intentionality rather than just quantity in time. They also provide strategies for addressing skepticism at work when proposing new approaches to achieve this balance.

Apr 5, 2021 • 31min
#83: The Life-Restoring Magic of Daily Rituals
Courtney Baker returns to share her insights on the life-restoring power of daily rituals. She reflects on the challenges of motherhood while juggling family dynamics. The conversation dives into how intentional rituals can provide stability amid chaos, enhancing both well-being and productivity. Practical strategies for integrating rituals into busy lives are shared, emphasizing their role in reducing stress and fostering meaningful connections. Discover how to set the tone for your days and regain a sense of purpose!

Mar 29, 2021 • 33min
#82: 5 Steps to Refresh Your Rituals
Feeling out of sync with your daily routine? Discover five essential steps to refresh your rituals for a more balanced life. Learn the importance of clarifying your desired outcomes and assessing what's working—or not—in your habits. Get inspired by strategies for tweaking ineffective rituals and the power of experimentation. Plus, explore the significance of regular reviews to optimize your practices for success. This is your chance to redefine your daily rhythms and enhance your overall well-being!

Mar 25, 2021 • 31min
BONUS: 4 Ways an Executive Assistant Can Simplify Your Life
Tricia Sciortino, CEO of Belay Solutions and Michael Hyatt's first virtual assistant, joins the discussion alongside her executive assistant, Melissa Lawrence. They reveal how hiring an executive assistant can drastically improve your work-life balance. Discover four key responsibilities your assistant can take on to protect your priorities. Learn an effective system for managing your inbox and the time-saving power of delegating prep work. These insights promise to transform your productivity and personal well-being!

Mar 22, 2021 • 37min
#81: 4 Instant Fixes for Overworked Solopreneurs
Discover practical strategies to tackle the unique challenges faced by solopreneurs. Learn how to set boundaries with clients to reclaim your time. Explore the vital connection between clarity and motivation, helping you break free from burnout. Find out why less can be more when it comes to offering services, allowing you to enhance value. Plus, uncover effective delegation techniques to boost productivity and regain balance in your work and personal life.

Mar 15, 2021 • 33min
#80: Master the Art of Follow-Up
Aleshia Curry, Client Care Manager at Michael Hyatt & Company, is an expert in task management and follow-up strategies. In this conversation, she shares essential tips for keeping track of your commitments. Learn how to turn intentions into actionable steps and utilize tools that enhance follow-through. Aleshia emphasizes the importance of planning time for yourself and using effective systems to maintain accountability. Discover her top five apps for mastering the art of follow-up and transforming chaotic to-do lists into organized action plans.

Mar 8, 2021 • 33min
#79: How to Escape Inessential Meetings
Deidre Romero, a Client Success Specialist and productivity expert, joins the conversation to share wisdom on escaping unnecessary meetings. She highlights four key clues to spot meetings that aren’t essential and discusses the pitfalls of monologues in meeting settings. The group shares personal anecdotes about canceling unneeded meetings on the fly. Deidre also suggests practical strategies for reclaiming your calendar while still achieving meeting goals, emphasizing the importance of regularly reevaluating your schedule for better focus and productivity.

Mar 1, 2021 • 37min
#78: 4 Questions to Clear Your To-Do List
Larry Wilson, a content specialist at Michael Hyatt & Company, shares his insights on productivity and task management. He explains how the right questions can help clear overwhelming to-do lists. Discover why not all tasks need completing and strategies like delegation and automation to lighten your load. Wilson also discusses the power of creating habits to simplify decision-making and offers practical tips for scheduling tasks effectively. Tune in to learn how to prioritize your contributions and reduce stress!

Feb 22, 2021 • 36min
#77: 4 Ways Your Community Can Catapult You Over Barriers
Neil Samudre, a motivational speaker and expert on overcoming setbacks, shares his insights on achieving goals through community support. He emphasizes the power of encouragement and how it can be simpler than we think. The conversation dives into the concept of narrative checks to challenge limiting beliefs and the significance of solidarity in fostering motivation. They also discuss the importance of feedback in personal growth and how to leverage community connections to overcome barriers. The blend of personal anecdotes makes for an engaging exploration of goal achievement.

Feb 15, 2021 • 37min
#76: Growing Closer By Growing Together
In this engaging discussion, Elena, wife of Blake Stratton, shares insights on balancing productivity with family life. She emphasizes the importance of aligning rituals with your spouse and using planning tools to manage weekly logistics together. The couple reveals tips for creating mutual relationship goals and maintaining effective communication. They share personal anecdotes, including how a middle school band experience strengthened their marriage. Tune in for practical advice on enhancing family dynamics and fostering connection amid everyday challenges.