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31 | How to Start Time-Blocking for Entrepreneurs (+ The 3 Blocks I Started with Before I Had a System!)

Do you wish you could simplify your time blocks and learn how to start time blocking schedule as a creative entrepreneur?
Are you constantly jumping from task to task, checking emails and social media, and ending your day feeling like you’ve accomplished nothing?
In today's episode I'll share how I began time-blocking, before I developed by signature 6-block system, so you can simplify your own schedule and balance business and family time.
I'll share my journey from chaotic days to a structured routine using time blocking, starting with just three simple blocks.
You'll learn how to implement focused work blocks, personal time, and breaks to enhance your productivity and work-life balance.
We’ll explore the benefits of starting small and how these blocks can help you achieve more by doing less, giving you pockets of time for both work and personal needs.
Listen in and transform your chaos into a balanced, productive lifestyle.
00:00 Introduction to Time Blocking
00:05 The Problem with Task Switching
01:42 My Journey to Time Blocking
02:42 Implementing the Three Block System
03:15 Personal Experiences and Adjustments
05:51 The Benefits of Time Blocking
06:29 Practical Tips for Getting Started
11:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
I pray this episode blesses you in some way –and I'm rooting for you!
Jamie, xo.
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Goal Setting For Your Perfect, Repeatable Week - So You Can Achieve MORE, by Doing Less. Watch the full limited replay video + grab your workbook: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
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30 | Feeling STUCK in Your Business? 4 Steps to Build Sustainable Morning Habits to Get Unstuck as a Creative Entrepreneur

Do you feel stuck, constantly planning but never acting?
Are you struggling to build habits that support your business goals?
Are your mornings chaotic and unproductive?
Let's talk about creating a transformational morning routine and building habits to get unstuck as creative entrepreneurs.
>> Snag your FREE Guide: Batch 30-Days of Authentic Content for your business (+My FAVE AI Prompts!): https://jamie-johansson.mykajabi.com/authentic-content-fix
>> Watch the FREE MASTERCLASS: Creating Content for Your DREAM CLIENT, here: https://jamie-johansson.mykajabi.com/masterclass (Ps. This is NOT a webinar - but a 25-minute training taken straight from my paid Creative Content Fix Workshop that you'll love!)
In today's episode you'll learn why mornings matter and how to make them work for you rather than against you. 
I share my journey and unique insights on creating a sustainable morning routine that aligns with your business goals.
Get ready to discover simple habits that can transform your day from frazzled to focused. Here’s what we’ll cover:
00:00 Introduction to Sustainable Habits
01:48 The Struggle with Morning Routines
03:26 My Personal Journey to a Better Morning
04:03 Power of Journaling and Self-Reflection
05:11 Implementing a Power Hour
05:41 Buffer Time and Rest
06:20 Building a Sustainable Morning Routine
09:42 Overcoming Challenges and Taking Action
11:31 Identifying and Addressing Morning Chaos
16:53 Reflecting on Progress and Staying Unstuck
18:01 Invitation to Start Your Journey
I pray this episode blesses you in some way –and I'm rooting for you!
Jamie, xo.
Want your question answered on the show?
Send me a voice-message: https://jamiejohansson.com/answer
>> Snag your FREE Guide: Batch 30-Days of Authentic Content for your business (+My FAVE AI Prompts!): https://jamie-johansson.mykajabi.com/authentic-content-fix
>> Watch the FREE MASTERCLASS: Creating Content for Your DREAM CLIENT, here: https://jamie-johansson.mykajabi.com/masterclass (Ps. This is NOT a webinar - but a 25-minute training taken straight from my paid Creative Content Fix Workshop that you'll love!)
 
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29 | Is Your Business Vision is BURIED Under Daily Tasks? 3 Steps from Overwhelm to a Clear Actionable Plan

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your endless list of daily tasks and projects? Do you find yourself stuck toggling between your business dreams and family needs, and feeling like there's never enough time for both?
If this sounds like you, then this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I dive into the missing keys that will help you turn that overwhelming list into a clear, actionable plan.
I'll share my personal journey from feeling less accomplished and drowning in a sea of aspirations to finding clarity and purpose through focused goal setting.
You'll learn how to break down your top three long-term business goals into manageable milestones, why understanding your 'why' is crucial, and how to create a commitment statement that aligns with your values and vision.
By the end of this episode, you'll have the tools to create a system that works for you, helping you achieve more by doing less and without letting your work hijack your personal time.
Ready to get started?
Tune in and let's transform your goal-setting process together.
**Timestamps:** 
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:30 Identifying Overwhelm and Finding Clarity
03:29 Setting Long-Term Business Goals
04:35 Breaking Down Goals into Actionable Steps
07:43 Overcoming Distractions and Staying Focused
11:51 Creating a Commitment Statement
18:47 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
I pray this episode blesses you in some way –and I'm rooting for you!
Jamie, xo.
Want your question answered on the show?
Send me a voice-message: https://jamiejohansson.com/answer
CATCH THE FULL LIVE WORKSHOP REPLAY + GET YOUR WORKBOOK!!
Goal Setting For Your Perfect, Repeatable Week - So You Can Achieve MORE, by Doing Less. Watch the full limited replay video + grab your workbook: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Join the Productivity for Creatives FREE FB Community: Facebook.com/groups/productivityforcreatives
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Website: jamiejohansson.com

28 | WORKSHOP REPLAY // Part 2: How to Set Goals to Achieve More by Doing Less and Create Your Perfect Repeatable Week for Home and Business

Hi friends, listen in to part 2 of the replay from this week's LIVE workshop and learn how to set goals to achieve more, by doing less as a creative entrepreneur.
If you missed Part 1, you learned my back story, the 7 steps to achieve more by doing less, set your goals for your home and business to create your goal-aligned schedule, learned the basics of the 6-block time blocking system to manage your time as a mom and entrepreneur.
You're now equipped with how to think differently when it comes to focusing on your habits that will form the path to your BIG goals, and it's now time to break your one big goal down into projects and CEO-Tasks.
Watch the full limited replay video + grab your workbook: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Ready to take the NEXT step?
Join The Perfect Week (BETA) as a Founding Member: https://jamiejohansson.com/beta
 
In this episode (Part 2) you'll learn:
- How to get it all done with a system.
- 2 questions your system needs to answer.
- What are CEO-Tasks for your home and business.
- The 4 steps to breaking down your BIG goal.
- How to create your Commitment Statement and it's importance in each of your projects.
- How YOU can become a Founding Member of the Perfect Week BETA course.
- Q&A
 
In Part 1 you learned:
- My backstory and how I got started with time-blocking for my home and business.
- What changes I made to manage my time and an entrepreneur.
- The 7 Steps to Achieve More, by Doing Less.
- What habits you need to reach your goals and how to create them.
- How to set goals and create your goal aligned schedule.
- How to time-block for your goals and make progress in your business.
Don't miss Part 2 of the workshop, where we'll take all we learned in Part 1, and break down our BIG goal, so we can make sustainable progress in our homes and businesses and look at how we spend our time to create a life based on our core values.
I pray this episode blesses you in some way –and I'm rooting for you!
Jamie, xo.
Want your question answered on the show?
Send me a voice-message: https://jamiejohansson.com/answer
CATCH THE FULL LIVE WORKSHOP REPLAY + GET YOUR WORKBOOK!!
Goal Setting For Your Perfect, Repeatable Week - So You Can Achieve MORE, by Doing Less. Watch the full limited replay video + grab your workbook: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Join the Productivity for Creatives FREE FB Community: Facebook.com/groups/productivityforcreatives
Connect with me on IG: @ProductivityForCreatives
Website: jamiejohansson.com

27 | WORKSHOP REPLAY // Part 1: How to Set Goals to Achieve More by Doing Less and Create Your Perfect Repeatable Week for Home and Business

Hi friends, listen in to the replay from this week's LIVE workshop and learn how to set goals to achieve more, by doing less as a creative entrepreneur.
Watch the full limited replay video + grab your workbook: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
 
Ready to take the NEXT step?
Join The Perfect Week (BETA) as a Founding Member: https://jamiejohansson.com/beta
 
In this episode (Part 1) you'll learn:
- My backstory and how I got started with time-blocking for my home and business.
- What changes I made to manage my time and an entrepreneur.
- The 7 Steps to Achieve More, by Doing Less.
- What habits you need to reach your goals and how to create them.
- How to set goals and create your goal aligned schedule.
- How to time-block for your goals and make progress in your business.
 
Don't miss Part 2 of the workshop, where we'll take all we learned in Part 1, and break down our BIG goal, so we can make sustainable progress in our homes and businesses and look at how we spend our time to create a life based on our core values.
 
In Part 2 of the workshop you'll learn:
- How to get it all done with a system.
- 2 questions your system needs to answer.
- What are CEO-Tasks for your home and business.
- The 4 steps to breaking down your BIG goal.
- How to create your Commitment Statement and it's importance in each of your projects.
- How YOU can become a Founding Member of the Perfect Week BETA course.
- Q&A
I pray this episode blesses you in some way –and I'm rooting for you!
Jamie, xo.
 
Want your question answered on the show?
Send me a voice-message: https://jamiejohansson.com/answer
CATCH THE FULL LIVE WORKSHOP REPLAY + GET YOUR WORKBOOK!!
Goal Setting For Your Perfect, Repeatable Week - So You Can Achieve MORE, by Doing Less. Watch the full limited replay video + grab your workbook: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Join the Productivity for Creatives FREE FB Community: Facebook.com/groups/productivityforcreatives
Connect with me on IG: @ProductivityForCreatives
Website: jamiejohansson.com

26 | Stop Feeling Overwhelmed by Your To-Do List and Regain Control of Your Day! 3 Steps to Organize Your Tasks as a Creative Entrepreneur

Hey there, friend!
Are you struggling to grow your business without sacrificing your family? Are you drowning in a never-ending to-do list? Feeling like you're always behind, no matter how much you do? Today we're tackling how you can regain control of your day.
If you're a creative entrepreneur trying to balance your business and home life but feel overwhelmed and stuck, this episode is for you. 
What You'll Learn:
Why You’re Feeling Overwhelmed:
I'll talk about why your to-do list isn't helping and how it’s actually adding to your stress.
Common Mistakes You May Be Making:
I'll share the biggest mistakes you’re making when trying to get organized.
Three Simple Steps to Regain Control:
I'll walk you through three actionable steps to help you prioritize and organize your tasks, so you can feel more in control and less overwhelmed.
You deserve to feel productive and accomplished without the constant stress. This episode will give you practical tips to streamline your tasks and find that balance between your business and home life.
I pray this episode blesses you in some way –and I'm rooting for you!
Jamie, xo.
DON'T MISS THE LIVE WORKSHOP!!
Goal Setting For Your Perfect Week - JULY 17th
So You Can Achieve MORE, by Doing Less. Sign Up Now: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Join the Productivity for Creatives FREE FB Community: Facebook.com/groups/productivityforcreatives
Connect with me on IG: @ProductivityForCreatives
Website: jamiejohansson.com

25 | LIVE TRAINING // Organize Your Time and Grow a Business as a Mom and Entrepreneur with Time Blocking, Workflows and CEO Tasks.

Are you struggling to manage your time? Do you crave work-life balance, or just a more structured routine? Trying to build a biz with littles from home?
In today's episode I'm sharing all about managing your time as a mom and entrepreneur trying to grow a business form home.
I did a recent LIVE training in our Free Facebook Community all about Time Blocking, Workflows and CEO Tasks for to Grow Your Business and Organize Your Time as a Mom and Entrepreneur.
Praying this episode blessed you in some way,
Jamie, xo.
DON'T MISS THE LIVE WORKSHOP!!
Goal Setting For Your Perfect Week - JULY 17th.
So You Can Achieve MORE, by Doing Less.Sign Up Now: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Join the Productivity for Creatives FREE FB Community: Facebook.com/groups/productivityforcreatives
 
Connect with me on IG: @ProductivityForCreatives
 
Website: jamiejohansson.com
 

24 | Stop Feeling BEHIND in Your Schedule + Business Tasks with These 3 Steps! (+ SNEAK PEAK of My BETA Course!)

Do you feel you have too much to do in a day? Feeling constantly behind in your schedule?
Is your to-do list making you overwhelmed, with no real prioritization? Do you struggle to know what the right next task to tackle in your home + biz, and end up spending more time thinking of all the things that need to be done, leaving you frustrated and stressed?
If you feel constantly behind, the biggest mistake you may be making is not goal setting. Not goal setting and not knowing exactly where you’re going, means you can’t identify exactly where you are.
You’ll keep doing the same things over and over and not making any real progress. You’ll feel stuck and unfulfilled, stressed and exhausted, and you’re much more likely to give up.
In today's episode I'm sharing 3 steps to Stop feeling behind in your business tasks as a creative entrepreneur.
I'm sharing why you're NOT behind (and how you can stop that feeling once and for all!), by starting with the end in mind and working backwards.
Tune in to learn what has to come first, and if you’re still stuck doing something, how it may simply not be finished.
Learn how to ensure what you’re spending your time doing is actually the next right thing by following your goals and outlining your projects.
 
BONUS! I wasn't going to share this, but you're getting a SNEAK-PEAK of my brand new upcoming Beta course!!
To give you an example I spoke off-the-cuff about my current BIG goal to create my evergreen course and focus for my projects and tasks, and how they're broken down in a timeline. This is a high-level view, for sure.
Hope you enjoy and I pray this episode blesses you!
Jamie, xo.
 
DON'T MISS THE LIVE WORKSHOP!!Goal Setting For Your Perfect Week - JULY 17th.
So You Can Achieve MORE, by Doing Less.Sign Up Now: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Join the Productivity for Creatives FREE FB Community: Facebook.com/groups/productivityforcreatives
Connect with me on IG: @ProductivityForCreatives
Website: jamiejohansson.com
 
 

23 | Feeling Exhausted but Too Busy to Shut-Off? 3 Strategies to Show Up As Your BEST Self in Home and Business as a Creative Entrepreneur

Too Busy to Shut-Off and Feeling Exhausted? Feeling frustrated, stressed on on a slippery slope heading toward burnout? Do you crave work-life balance and searching for some simple time management strategies?
I know you want to show up with energy, life and excitement in all that you do - So please listen in on today's episode before you get sucked into burning your candle at both ends...
In today's episode I want to share my top 3 Strategies to show up as your BEST self in Home and Business. 
As mom's we wear many hats, and as creative entrepreneurs we discover we have even more hats we never new existed. 
So let's implement these three strategies so we can sustainably keep showing up and keep making progress, for those we serve and our family first, and in our biz!
 
I pray this episode blesses you!
Jamie, xo.
 
NEXT LIVE WORKSHOP: Goal Setting For Your Perfect WeekSign Up Now: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
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22 | Trying to Do It ALL? Why Doing MORE Doesn't Make You Productive + the ONE Task You Should Focus On Instead

Trying to Do It ALL and get nothing done? Constantly spinning your wheels with a long to-do list, but feel stuck? Not making progress on your goals and the weeks keep flying by?
We've spoken a lot about productivity, goal setting, time blocking and projects in your time management systems on the Systems for Creatives podcast lately, but ...
Let's talk about Why Doing MORE Doesn't Make You Productive (and what it does instead!) - but let me give you the ONE Task You Should Focus On so you can achieve more, by doing less as a creative entrepreneur, small-business owner and mama wearing all the hats!
I pray this episode blesses you!
Jamie, xo.
NEXT LIVE WORKSHOP: Goal Setting For Your Perfect WeekSign Up Now: jamiejohansson.com/workshop
Join the Productivity for Creatives FREE FB Community: Facebook.com/groups/productivityforcreatives
Connect with me on IG: @ProductivityForCreatives
Website: jamiejohansson.com