Holistic Productivity

A calm, clear way to start delegating

Delegation isn’t hard because you’re bad at it. It’s hard because unclear expectations create risk, stress, and mental overload. In this episode, I’m walking you through a calmer, clearer way to delegate. This audio pairs with the delegation workbook and is designed to be used together as a guided experience. You’ll identify the tasks that are draining you, unpack why delegation feels emotionally loaded, and learn how to transfer ownership instead of just handing things off. We’ll break down the four elements every delegated task needs, why delegation fails when it lives only in conversations, and how simple systems create relief without adding more complexity. This isn’t about letting go of control. It’s about letting go of the mental load. Grab the workbook, give yourself about twenty quiet minutes, and start with just one task. Once clarity comes first, delegation gets a whole lot easier. Resources for This Episode: * One Click Fix [https://mirandamerten.com/one-click-fix] * Spreadsheet Delegation Task List [http://mirandamerten.com/delegate] Helpful Links: * Free Energy Mapping Workbook [http://mirandamerten.com/energy-mapping] * Sign up for Holistically Productive (free!) [https://mirandamerten.com/newsletter] * My Favorite Tools [https://mirandamerten.com/tools] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mirandamerten] (@mirandamerten) Subscribe to the podcast [http://mirandamerten.com/podcasts]! Join hundreds of other female entrepreneurs who are done with the chaos and are learning to live holistically productive. Get the Holistic Productivity newsletter delivered to your inbox weekly-ish... [https://mirandamerten.com/] Holistic Productivity isn’t your grandma's time management routine. It's not just about checking off tasks or doing everything for everyone else from dawn to dusk. It's about creating a life that's both sustainable and impactful. Whether it's work, family, or carving out time for yourself (remember you, girl?), we're redefining productivity with a holistic approach—where self-care is the foundation and success is the peak. Click here to join us now [https://mirandamerten.com/]! Music credit: Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop [https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop]

[Bonus] Guided Audio: Brain dump session

This guided audio is a companion to the Stability Reset—free when you sign up for the One Click Fix [https://mirandamerten.com/one-click-fix]. Resources for This Episode: * ⁠One Click Fix⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/one-click-fix] Helpful Links: * ⁠Free Energy Mapping Workbook⁠ [http://mirandamerten.com/energy-mapping] * ⁠Sign up for Holistically Productive (free!)⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/newsletter] * ⁠My Favorite Tools⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/tools] * ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/mirandamerten] (@mirandamerten) ⁠Subscribe to the podcast⁠ [http://mirandamerten.com/podcasts]! Join hundreds of other female entrepreneurs who are done with the chaos and are learning to live holistically productive. ⁠Get the Holistic Productivity newsletter delivered to your inbox weekly-ish...⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/] Holistic Productivity isn’t your grandma's time management routine. It's not just about checking off tasks or doing everything for everyone else from dawn to dusk. It's about creating a life that's both sustainable and impactful. Whether it's work, family, or carving out time for yourself (remember you, girl?), we're redefining productivity with a holistic approach—where self-care is the foundation and success is the peak. ⁠Click here to join us now⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/]! Music credit: Uppbeat ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop [https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop]

It’s not me, it’s you: Breaking up with your tech stack

Over the years, I’ve tested way too many productivity tools in the name of "getting organized"—and spoiler alert: half of them made my life more complicated, not easier. So in this episode, I’m officially calling it quits with the tools that just aren’t cutting it anymore. I’ll share what I’m ditching, why less is more when it comes to your tech stack, and the handful of tools I’m actually keeping. If you’ve ever found yourself switching between three different to-do list apps in a single month (guilty!), this one’s for you. In This Episode: ✅ Why having too many tools can actually hurt your productivity ✅ The project management and to-do list apps I think you should let go ✅ How to streamline your tech stack without losing functionality ✅ The tools I am keeping and why they made the cut ✅ A quick challenge to audit your own digital clutter Resources for This Episode: * Task Flow App [https://taskflowapp.com/] * Kit [https://kit.com/] * Notion [http://notion.so/] * Dubsado [https://mirandamerten.com/dubsado] * Paperbell [https://mirandamerten.com/paperbell] * TidyCal [https://mirandamerten.com/tidycal] * Plann [https://www.notion.so/It-s-not-me-it-s-you-Breaking-up-with-your-tech-stack-19a5bf2cf59080c5bb23c8b9e13516e9?pvs=21] * Wave [https://waveapps.com/] (invoicing and payments) * Zapier [https://zapier.com/] Subscribe and grab the episode show notes [https://mirandamerten.com/podcasts]! Helpful Links: * Free Energy Mapping Workbook [https://mirandamerten.thrivecart.com/energy-mapping-workbook/] * Sign up for Holistically Productive (free!) [https://mirandamerten.com/newsletter] * My Favorite Tools [https://mirandamerten.com/tools] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mirandamerten] (@mirandamerten) Join hundreds of other female entrepreneurs who are done with the chaos and are learning to live holistically productive. Get the Holistic Productivity newsletter delivered to your inbox weekly-ish... [https://mirandamerten.com/] Holistic Productivity isn’t your grandma's time management routine. It's not just about checking off tasks or doing everything for everyone else from dawn to dusk. It's about creating a life that's both sustainable and impactful. Whether it's work, family, or carving out time for yourself (remember you, girl?), we're redefining productivity with a holistic approach—where self-care is the foundation and success is the peak. Click here to join us now [https://mirandamerten.com/]! Music credit: Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop [https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop]

The procrastinator’s guide to goal-setting (because January was a test run)

If you’re feeling personally attacked by the fact that it’s already February and you still haven’t set your 2025 goals, don’t worry—I’m right there with you. 🙋‍♀️ This episode is for my fellow delayed goal-setters, January quitters, and people who just needed a little more time to get it together (same, bestie, same). The good news? You’re not behind, and I’m giving you official permission to set lazy goals—because small wins lead to big success. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * Why starting late is actually better than rushing into goals you’ll abandon by February * How to ditch the guilt and set bare minimum goals that are so easy it’s almost laughable * Why momentum—not motivation—is the real secret weapon for success * My personal struggle with finally reading Fourth Wing and why I should probably take my own advice Your Mini Challenge: Set one hilariously easy, bare minimum goal and write it down. Then, take it up a notch: DM me your goal, but make it sound like a movie tagline. Tune in for an example! Resources mentioned: * Nixie sparkling water [https://drinknixie.com/collections/sparkling-water] ⁠Subscribe and grab the episode show notes⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/podcasts]! Helpful Links: * ⁠Free Energy Mapping Workbook⁠ [https://mirandamerten.thrivecart.com/energy-mapping-workbook/] * ⁠Sign up for Holistically Productive (free!)⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/newsletter] * ⁠My Favorite Tools⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/tools] * ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/mirandamerten] (@mirandamerten) Join hundreds of other female entrepreneurs who are done with the chaos and are learning to live holistically productive. ⁠Get the Holistic Productivity newsletter delivered to your inbox weekly-ish...⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/] Holistic Productivity isn’t your grandma's time management routine. It's not just about checking off tasks or doing everything for everyone else from dawn to dusk. It's about creating a life that's both sustainable and impactful. Whether it's work, family, or carving out time for yourself (remember you, girl?), we're redefining productivity with a holistic approach—where self-care is the foundation and success is the peak. ⁠Click here to join us now⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/]! Music credit: Uppbeat ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop [https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop]

Is your period the secret to better productivity? The magic of menstrual syncing

Ready to unlock the secrets of cyclical productivity with me? In this episode, I’m diving into how understanding your menstrual cycle can totally level up your productivity by syncing your tasks with your body’s natural flow. We’ll go from the chill, introspective vibes of the menstrual phase to the high-energy boost of ovulation, breaking down each phase and sharing tips on how to make the most of your energy. I’ll also show you how to connect your daily energy patterns with your monthly rhythm for a more balanced approach to getting things done—without burning out. So, get cozy, grab a notebook (or your favorite 90s gel pen), and let’s chat about how to make productivity personal, practical, and super powerful! Resources for This Episode: * Energy Mapping Workbook [https://mirandamerten.thrivecart.com/energy-mapping-workbook/] * Clue App [https://helloclue.com/] * Flo App [https://flo.health/] * MyFlo App [https://floliving.com/app] by Alisa Vitti * "In the Flo [https://amzn.to/4eMFflL]" by Alisa Vitti * "WomanCode [https://amzn.to/3YtvZNt]" by Alisa Vitti * "Wild Power [https://amzn.to/4dN8NOM]" by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer * The Period Party [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-party/id1294938797] Podcast ⁠Subscribe and grab the episode show notes⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/podcasts]! Helpful Links: * ⁠Free Energy Mapping Workbook⁠ [https://mirandamerten.thrivecart.com/energy-mapping-workbook/] * ⁠Sign up for Holistically Productive (free!)⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/newsletter] * ⁠My Favorite Tools⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/tools] * ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/mirandamerten] (@mirandamerten) Join hundreds of other female entrepreneurs who are done with the chaos and are learning to live holistically productive. ⁠Get the Holistic Productivity newsletter delivered to your inbox weekly-ish...⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/] Holistic Productivity isn’t your grandma's time management routine. It's not just about checking off tasks or doing everything for everyone else from dawn to dusk. It's about creating a life that's both sustainable and impactful. Whether it's work, family, or carving out time for yourself (remember you, girl?), we're redefining productivity with a holistic approach—where self-care is the foundation and success is the peak. ⁠Click here to join us now⁠ [https://mirandamerten.com/]! Music credit: Uppbeat ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop [https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/the-pop]