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Focus on This

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Mar 6, 2023 • 33min

2 Reasons to Trade Remembering for Writing

Conor Scholes, a Full Focus Planner Certified Pro and worship pastor, shares his insights on effectively managing time and enhancing creativity through structured planning. He discusses the importance of writing things down rather than relying on memory, emphasizing how this practice bolsters clarity and organization. Conor also highlights the balance between creativity and order, revealing how setting specific goals can foster innovative thinking. Listeners learn practical strategies to maximize productivity while embracing imperfections in their creative processes.
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Feb 27, 2023 • 27min

Using Your Enneagram Type to Maximize Your Planner

Unlocking productivity through the Enneagram provides a fascinating lens on personal planning. Each of the nine personality types offers unique strengths and challenges, guiding users to tailor their planner for maximum effectiveness. Self-awareness emerges as a key theme, enhancing communication and collaboration. Insights on how different types interact with planners reveal practical strategies for effective goal visibility. This dynamic discussion promises to transform the way you approach planning and personal growth.
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Feb 20, 2023 • 26min

Build Your Plan: Weekly Preview Pt. 3

This episode wraps up a three-part series on weekly planning. The hosts dive into the significance of a weekly preview, revealing techniques to organize tasks and reduce anxiety. Self-care emerges as a key topic, with strategies to prevent burnout through proper planning. Quirky trivia on goal setting adds a fun twist, as they explore its history and significance compared to New Year's resolutions. Overall, listeners are encouraged to adopt a positive outlook for the week ahead, making the most of their time and goals.
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Feb 13, 2023 • 30min

Better Together: Involve People to Boost Goal Achievement

Achieving goals doesn't have to be a solo journey. The hosts discuss the power of community support, emphasizing how friends and mentors can provide motivation during tough times. Vulnerability and honesty are key when seeking help from others. They also explore the importance of a supportive mindset and share personal stories about overcoming challenges through connection. Engaging in hobbies and forming intentional goals across life areas can further enhance personal growth and well-being.
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Feb 6, 2023 • 34min

Change Your Mindset & Accomplish Your Goals

Megan Hyatt Miller, CEO of Full Focus and author of 'Mind Your Mindset', shares her insights on how mindset is crucial for achieving goals. She discusses the importance of reframing negative narratives and adopting a positive mindset. Tricia Sticca, a Full Focus Planner Certified Pro, introduces planner hacks and tips for effective goal setting. Together, they highlight the SMARTER goal framework, emphasizing the connection between goals, personal values, and the joy of creative organization.
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Jan 30, 2023 • 35min

Avoid Repeating Mistakes: Weekly Preview Pt. 2

Dr. Nicole Coomber, Assistant Dean at the University of Maryland's business school and a Full Focus Planner Certified Pro, shares insightful strategies for productivity. She discusses the importance of the After Action Review in building momentum towards goals, highlighting its four essential questions. Listeners will learn how to leverage the Full Focus Planner effectively and embrace a new paradigm for organizing weekly and daily tasks. Additionally, the conversation emphasizes recognizing small wins to maintain motivation and drive personal growth.
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Jan 23, 2023 • 30min

What Matters This Week?: Weekly Preview Pt. 1

Discover the secrets of setting your Weekly Big 3 for effective prioritization. Dive into the balance of urgency versus importance while managing your tasks. Tackle the nightly dinner dilemma with efficient meal preparation tips and clever apps for stress-free cooking. Explore personal anecdotes that highlight the joys and challenges of planning meals for busy families. Plus, learn about the community's role in enhancing productivity through shared experiences and engagement.
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Jan 16, 2023 • 30min

The Best Tip to Keep Goals Front and Center

Erin Perry, Chief Experience Officer at Full Focus and productivity expert, joins the conversation to share valuable insights on achieving your goals. She emphasizes the importance of keeping goals visible to maintain motivation throughout the year. Erin showcases creative strategies, such as using sticky notes and even quirky methods like printed socks, to keep ambitions front and center. She also discusses the power of the Quarterly Preview in fostering accountability and maintaining focus, ensuring you're continually progressing on your journey.
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Jan 9, 2023 • 21min

What Can I Do Today to Advance My Goal?

Discover the power of the Daily Big 3, a technique to identify your top three tasks each day for ultimate productivity. The hosts share how returning to this foundational method can boost your goal advancement. Explore the impact of action-oriented verbs in goal setting and how they can enhance your daily focus. Plus, learn the importance of maintaining your momentum beyond January, with insights on community support for ongoing goal-setting. Tune in for practical strategies to align your daily actions with your bigger aspirations!
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Jan 2, 2023 • 31min

Start with Simple: Building Goal Momentum

Nicole Santamaria, a Full Focus Planner certified pro and pediatric occupational therapist, shares her insights on starting the year with impactful yet simple goals. She emphasizes the power of small actions to build momentum throughout the year. The discussion also dives into integrating planning tools for children to enhance their focus and task management. Listeners will learn how to apply planning strategies in real-world scenarios, including how humor can play a role in balancing personal goals amid parenthood.

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