Work + Life Harmony | Time Management, Organization and Planning for Overwhelmed Women

Megan Sumrell: Time Management and Productivity Coach
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May 30, 2023 • 37min

Why SMART Goals are not enough with Mindi Huebner

Just when you thought SMART goals were the secret to success, Mindi Huebner reveals an unexpected twist that will change the way you approach goal-setting forever. Her concept of 24-karat outcomes taps into the power of the subconscious mind, allowing individuals to shift their beliefs and truly embody their desired change. Are you ready to unlock your true potential?Mindi Huebner joins the show this week and is an intuitive mindset mastery coach. She brings her expertise in helping six, seven, and eight-figure entrepreneurs achieve their goals through aligning their conscious and subconscious minds. With years of experience in the field, Mindi has developed unique strategies to unlock the hidden potential of individuals who are tired of setting goals without achieving them. Her approach focuses on addressing the limitations of SMART goals and incorporating subconscious alignment to create a powerful balance between goal setting and goal getting. Get ready to learn from Mindi's insights and take your goal achievement to the next level.In this episode, you will be able to:1. Explore the crucial need for aligning your conscious and subconscious objectives to excel.2. Unveil the secrets behind fashioning top-tier, 24-karat results in setting your aspirations.3. Dive into the world of mindfully involving the subconscious in your favor with visualization and affirmations.4. Absorb the knowledge of how to mesh your belief system with your intended results, steering clear of self-sabotage.5. Grasp the power of establishing a constructive outlook when defining your objectives.Ready for the full 24 Karat Outcomes FREE masterclass? Join here: https://pages.mindihuebner.com/registration-24k-8694-7163?am_id=megan108Like what you heard here? I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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May 23, 2023 • 14min

The Missing Piece: The Power of Information Centralization

When puzzle pieces are scattered across various places, solving the puzzle becomes more time-consuming, frustrating, and overwhelming. Analogously, keeping essential information dispersed across different platforms or devices can hinder one's ability to manage their time and make well-informed, quick decisions efficiently. In this episode, I'm using this jigsaw puzzle analogy to drive home the importance of centralizing information for time management and planning. Listen in as I emphasize that just as gathering all puzzle pieces in one place makes the process much easier and more enjoyable, organizing one's personal and professional data in a single location simplifies decision-making and allows for more effective scheduling.If you have been struggling to try and get planning together, it's probably because you're missing that centralized hub.In this episode, you will be able to:1. Understand the key link between information centralization and achieving time management goals.2. Evaluate the most suitable system for gathering your vital information in one accessible location.3. Ascertain the positive impact of using email processing systems in your professional arena.4. Appreciate the consequences of avoiding a well-organized information hub on your bottom line.5. Skillfully navigate the planning process through centralization in top-rated programs to accelerate results.Like what you heard here? I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. ________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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May 16, 2023 • 27min

From Overwhelmed to Empowered with TOP Program Student Steph Hochstetler

If you're feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by constantly juggling work and family responsibilities, trying to squeeze in more hours daily, and sacrificing self-care time, then you are not alone!Today I am joined by Steph Hochstetler a busy mom and professional. Living in the suburbs of Chicago, Steph is a proud member of her local improv theater and youth program, while also dedicating her time to two nonprofits and a local political campaign. Steph has been in the TOP Program for 2.5 years and is a GREAT example of an active learner.  She openly admits that she has not "mastered" the entire framework but is reaping the benefits of slowly implementing each and every month.  In this episode, you will be able to:1. Discover the crucial role of time management, prioritization, and organization in achieving Work+Life Harmony.2. Uncover the life-changing benefits of mastering time management skills.3. Find out how proactive planning and seeking input can save time and improve task management.4. Realize the power of commitment to a process and the importance of perseverance.Like what you heard here? I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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May 9, 2023 • 14min

Investing Time vs. Spending Time: How to Make Time Investments That Pay Off

There is a difference between spending time and investing time. Spending time refers to activities that bring immediate results without any future time-saving benefit. On the other hand, investing time implies engaging in tasks that might not have an instantaneous effect but lay the foundation for future time savings. Striking the right balance between spending and investing time is the key to achieving productivity and preventing exhaustion. In this episode, I emphasize the importance of identifying whether your daily activities are centered around spending or investing time. I urge you to start by analyzing your day for both types of activities to ensure long-term productivity and maintain a sense of purpose.In this episode, you will be able to:1. Master the art of striking a balance between spending and investing time for enhanced productivity.2. Discover the secret to identifying time investment activities that will pay off in the long run.3. Learn how to maintain harmony in your life by dodging overwhelm and exhaustion.4. Uncover planning techniques designed for effective time management and organization.5. Realize the power of intentionality in daily time usage and the benefits it brings.Like what you heard here? I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. ________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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May 2, 2023 • 37min

Declutter Your Home & Mind: Expert Tips from Katy Wells

In fostering a balanced and orderly work-life environment, it is important to understand the correlation between physical clutter and mental well-being. Cluttered spaces tend to have a detrimental effect on productivity and focus, causing individuals to feel stressed and overwhelmed. An organized home allows for clearer thinking, reduced stress levels, and improved mood, enabling people to concentrate on more important aspects of life like their careers, hobbies, and personal relationships. During our conversation on today's show, decluttering expert Katy Wells highlights the impact of physical possessions on an individual's mental health. She explains that when a home is cluttered and chaotic, it leads to feelings of stress and reduced productivity. According to Katy, the key to creating a harmonious environment is to remove unnecessary items from one's life, leaving only what truly matters, thus resulting in maximized time and energy.In today's episode, tune to learn how to:1. Enhance mental clarity, and productivity, and reduce stress through decluttering2. Develop sustainable decluttering habits with daily resets and clutter audits.3. Instill organization skills in children using the effective LAP (Look, Assess, Place) method. Connect with Katy more by tuning into her podcast The Maximized MInimalist or following her on Instagram @katyjoywells. Also mentioned in the episode is Katy's 14-day challenge. Sign up here: https://katyjoywells.idevaffiliate.com/101-3.htmlLike what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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Apr 25, 2023 • 18min

Spring Cleaning Part 2: Your Calendar and Task List

Taking time to spring clean your calendar is the number one way to really start to free up more of your time. Last week we talked about some simple things to spring clean your house. Today, I'm sharing how to spring clean the stuff you CAN'T see!Tune in to revamp your calendar for a fresh, focused mindset and heightened productivity, and uncover how to optimize daily habits by monitoring time usage.In this episode, you will:1. Learn key strategies for eliminating clutter through the keep, toss, and outsource methods.2. Grasp the importance of emphasizing crucial tasks for Work+Life Harmony. 3. Discover the One Notebook Challenge and its role in streamlining organization.If you had to collect multiple notebooks to "spring Clean"...I have great news!  The One Notebook Challenge is coming and it's FREE! Sign up here www.megansumrell.com/one-notebookLike what you heard here? I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. ________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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Apr 18, 2023 • 19min

Spring Cleaning Part 1: Declutter Your Home and Mind

After years of dedicating myself to mastering the art of spring cleaning, I was surprised to discover how it could positively impact my emotional well-being and ultimately lead me to more Work + Life Harmony. Little did I know that this ritual of renewal would shape my life in ways I could never have imagined. Tune in as I walk you through my "how-to spring clean" process. Today's episode is part one where I cover spring cleaning your physical things. Part two will cover spring cleaning your calendar. In this episode, you will be able to: 1. Discover the profound effects that spring cleaning has on mental well-being. 2. Uncover the secrets to effectively tackling high-traffic areas during cleaning sessions. 3. Embrace a more intentional lifestyle by editing and organizing your belongings with purpose.Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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Apr 11, 2023 • 14min

1 Small Shift to Make to Improve Your Productivity

As a people pleaser, I previously found myself putting everyone else's needs before my own, leading to resentment and decreased productivity. Realizing the need for change, I decided to establish boundaries and communicate them with my family. The two boundaries I set were not working on weekends and dedicating three hours per week solely to my CEO duties. By having an open conversation with my family, I was able to explain my needs and how it would impact our lives. This led to improved productivity and personal time management. For fellow people pleasers struggling with boundaries, this episode highlights the importance of setting clear boundaries and communicating them to achieve work-life harmony. By protecting our mental health and prioritizing our own goals, we can maintain a balanced life.In this episode, you will be able to: 1. Break away from unproductive customs blocking your personal and work growth. 2. Spot when you're putting others before your own needs and restore your work-life balance. 3. Create and maintain strong personal and professional boundaries. 4. Share your new boundaries effectively with loved ones to improve understanding. 5. Prioritize objectives for both mental well-being and work-life synergy.Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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Apr 4, 2023 • 34min

Connection Between Managing Time and Money with Mel Abraham

It's not often that we have a male guest join the Work + Life Harmony Podcast for Overwhelmed Women but what you are about to learn from Mel Abraham today is going to blow your mind. I have been working with him for the past several months and it really has changed my life.Mel Abraham is a CPA and entrepreneur who has been in the business game for decades. He is passionate about helping people marry their business with their life, finances, and money, and he believes that everyone has the possibility of being financially free.When he became a single full-time dad to a 6-year-old, he realized that money was not the only way to create wealth. He learned the importance of being intentional with money and creating harmony between his work and home life. His message is that everyone has the possibility of being financially free if they are willing to talk about it, be intentional, and understand the power of time.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How can we use our business to create wealth, rather than believing the business is the wealth itself2. How can we use intentional conversations, money education, and habits to change our financial destiny3. How can we shift from wants to wills to create a commitment and alignment toward our dreams To connect with Mel, you can listen to him on his podcast The Affluent Entrepreneur Show, and find all the ways to work with him/follow him on social media at https://melabraham.com/. Like what you heard here? I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. ________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell
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Mar 28, 2023 • 13min

Unlock The Lasting Long Term Effects of Planning

I spend a lot of time talking about how weekly planning improves your day-to-day life but in today's episode, I'm covering the long-term effects of planning. Through consistent planning, I have seen an increase in repeatable success on long-term goals, improved response to change, and the ability to commit to plans confidently. This has led to a decrease in my anxiety levels and overall, this has given me a sense of control and harmony.When you start making the small shift in your life of planning the right way in your day-to-day living and doing weekly and monthly planning, you will start to experience the long-term benefits of planning.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. Discover the long-term benefits of consistent planning and how it leads to repeatable success on goals.2. Learn how to plan for change and how it can lower your anxiety levels.3. Find out how to commit with confidence and ease when you understand how to plan correctly.Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free Training Overwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining ________________________________ 📱 Get The Pink Bee App Access planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu ________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

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