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Reading Time: 2 minutes Does staying on top of your finances ever feel overwhelming? Do you wish you had a budgeting system that made everything easy? If you’re like OMG YES, you’re going to LOVE today’s guests: Shana Roberson & Vanessa Porten, The Budget Besties. Shana and Vanessa have learned how to build their business around their kids, so they can have flexibility, structure and get it all done (without getting overwhelmed). They’re sharing how they manage their time, plus all about their simplified budget system to help you take control of your budget minus the judgement or stress.

Overwhelmed & Overspending? How to Find Financial Peace and More Free Time ft. The Budget Besties

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Reading Time: 9 minutes Have you ever set a big, exciting goal, only to find yourself falling short or losing steam somewhere along the way? A lot of us have been there, and it can feel discouraging. But here’s the good news: the problem isn’t that goal setting doesn’t work for you. The truth is, the missing piece is something most of us overlook—accountability. Today, we’re talking about how accountability can be the key to achieving your goals, simple ways to bring accountability to your daily life, and why planning with accountability can be a game changer to seeing progress. Tune in to get closer to your best year yet!

The One Thing You Need To Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet (and 5 Places to Find It)

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Reading Time: 9 minutes It’s that time of year when so many of us feel the weight of wrapping up everything—from work projects to holiday shopping, school commitments, and those personal goals we swore we’d hit before December 31st. It’s a lot. And while it’s tempting to put off planning for next year until January—or even later—there’s something incredibly powerful about starting early.

In this episode, I’m sharing how you can take that first step toward planning for 2025 in a way that feels simple, doable, and even kind of exciting. Tune in to learn how to ditch overwhelm and make planning simple and stress-free, plus my 3-step process for 2025 success you can start today.

It’s Never Too Early: How to Plan for Next Year NOW Without Getting Overwhelmed

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Reading Time: 9 minutes We all have things we’d love to do—things that have been on our minds for weeks, maybe even months. But somehow, life keeps getting in the way. The to-do lists never end, your calendar feels overwhelming, and before you know it, another week, month, or even year has passed without making progress.

Here’s the thing: Sometimes the biggest obstacles holding us back from the things we want to do aren’t our schedules or responsibilities—it’s our own mindset. Today, we’re uncovering the 5 sneaky mental blocks that could be standing in your way and keeping you from chasing your big dreams. Tune in to figure out what mindset block is holding you back, so you can overcome it and start winning at your goals.

The 5 Mental Blocks Holding You Back and How to Fix Them

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Reading Time: 10 minutes Have you ever gotten super excited to achieve your big goals, only to feel completely derailed a couple of weeks later? You’re not alone. Today’s episode is all about goal setting, and the biggest mistakes you need to avoid to achieve the goals you’ve been dreaming of!

Goal setting is essential for good time management, because it helps you focus your energy on what truly matters. But that’s only if you’re setting effective goals that challenge you (but are also attainable!). So what exactly makes a good goal and how do you set smart goals? I’m sharing the most common goal setting mistakes that even the most organized and motivated people make (and of course, how to avoid these mistakes, so you can set yourself up to achieve goals you’ll feel great about!).
If you’re feeling that now, I want you to know that you’re not alone. And here’s the good news: feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re done. In fact, it might just be a sign that you’re ready for something new, something meaningful, and something that aligns more with who you are and who you want to become. Tune in to learn how to identify if you’re in a rut, how to reconnect with your vision and values to get unstuck, and my favorite exercise to get inspired and motivated again.

Steering Clear of Setbacks: 5 Sneaky Goal Setting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Reading Time: 8 minutes Have you ever just felt stuck in a rut? Like you’re spinning your wheels and every day kinda feels… the same. Like you’re going through the motions of life and just trying to get to the end of the day, week after week.

If you’re feeling that now, I want you to know that you’re not alone. And here’s the good news: feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re done. In fact, it might just be a sign that you’re ready for something new, something meaningful, and something that aligns more with who you are and who you want to become. Tune in to learn how to identify if you’re in a rut, how to reconnect with your vision and values to get unstuck, and my favorite exercise to get inspired and motivated again.

Stuck in a Rut? 3 Essential Steps to Get Unstuck and Feel Motivated Again

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Reading Time: 6 minutes How are you feeling about those big, bold goals you set at the start of 2024? If you’re feeling like they’re a little out of reach, you’re not alone. But I’m here to tell you that it’s not over. You can still finish strong in 2024, even if that finish line doesn’t look exactly like you thought it would. And today, I want to help you feel excited, hopeful, and motivated about your goals for the rest of 2024 and the fresh start of 2025. Tune in to learn how to reflect on why your goals got off track (without feeling guilty), why it’s okay to adjust your goals, how to build momentum for the rest of the year, and how to get pumped about 2025.

Finish What You Started: How to Reach Your Goals by the End of the Year

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Reading Time: 2 minutes Have you ever jumped into a project, feeling totally motivated and excited, only to hit a wall halfway through? Or maybe you’re the opposite – maybe projects seem big and scary, and the idea of getting started completely overwhelms you. Meet Kerry Hoffman, a Project Management & Operations Consultant, who is an expert at breaking down big projects and implementing systems. She shares her simple framework for tackling projects, plus how to delegate and find the time management tools that work for you in a busy, information-overloaded world.

Declutter Your Digital World: How to Save Time and Stay Organized ft. Shawn Lemon

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Reading Time: 3 minutes Do you have “that room” in your house? The catch-all room where everybody’s stuff piles up endlessly? If you’re no stranger to clutter – or maybe you’re wanting a home that feels more cozy and like you – you’ll love today’s guest. Shannon Acheson is an author, home organizing and interior decorating expert, and the creative force behind HomeMadeLovely.com. Through habit stack, routine building, and more, she shares tips on maintaining a clutter-free space and creating cozy, functional environments that you and your family will love. Plus, she explains how to truly personalize your home without falling into the trap of mismatched decor (or maxing out your credit card!).

Love Where You Live: How to a Create and Maintain an Organized and Clutter Free Home with Shannon Acheson

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Reading Time: 14 minutes When life takes an unexpected turn, how do you stay on course? In this episode, I share the lessons I learned after shattering my wrist just as a busy season began. From navigating the chaos with clear priorities to embracing delegation, pruning your schedule, and leaning on others, I discovered how crucial it is to stay flexible and focused. Tune in for five powerful insights on managing time and challenges when life throws you off balance—plus, why it’s okay to take it easy when things get tough.

5 Time Management Lessons I Learned from Shattering My Wrist

What Shattering My Wrist Taught Me about Time Management and Clear Priorities

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