What Was I Supposed to Be Doing?

How to Actually Follow Through on Your Good Ideas

What’s holding you back from putting your brilliant ideas into motion? In this episode, we dive into what prevents you from following through on your ideas, like mental overload and unclear priorities. We'll share some real ways to get past all the obstacles, actually make space for the ideas that matter to you, and figure out how to follow through without running yourself into the ground. ✦ Resources Mentioned: Hell Yes, Hard Pass Notion Task Sorter - laurenglynn.com/hellyes/ [https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/]

5 Time Management Myths (and what to do instead)

Think waking up at 5 AM is the key to getting ahead? Or that time blocking will solve all your scheduling problems? In episode 57, we debunk five common time management myths that could be hindering your productivity. Key takeaways include identifying personal peak productivity times, the limitations of time blocking, and the importance of setting boundaries. ✦ Resources Mentioned: Hell Yes, Hard Pass Task Sorter - https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/ [https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/] ✦ Connect with Lauren: Free Resource: Hell Yes, Hard Pass Notion Task Sorter - https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/ [https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/] Threads: https://www.threads.net/@laurengconsulting [https://www.threads.net/@laurengconsulting] Show Notes: https://laurenglynn.com/57 [https://laurenglynn.com/57] Watch on YouTube [https://youtu.be/tsOoeLvc0m0]

Get Your Mornings Back by Prioritizing YOUR Goals

When you start your morning by diving straight into emails or Slack notifications, you're basically handing over the keys to your day. You're letting other people's agendas become your to-do list, and before you know it, your own important work gets pushed to tomorrow... again. In Episode 56, we talk about why it is so important to set your own priorities and create boundaries that let you focus on what matters most to your business. Key Takeaways: - Determine your key priorities before the day begins. - Create a buffer period to protect your focus from distractions. - Pick one anchor task to guide your day and limit overwhelm. - Stop treating your schedule like a help desk—establish boundaries for your availability. ✦ Resources Mentioned: Bottleneck to Balance Roadmap - laurenglynn.com/bottleneck [https://laurenglynn.com/bottleneck]

Embracing Imperfection: Productive Weeks Don’t Have to Look Perfect

Are you feeling overwhelmed when your perfectly planned week derails? In this episode, I dive into strategies to recover from schedule chaos without feeling guilty or starting from square one. Key takeaways include: - Recognizing that life happens and perfection isn't the goal. - How to assess your current priorities when things go off track. - The importance of setting aside time to regroup with a “reset block”. ✦ Resources Mentioned: - Bottleneck to Balance Roadmap: https://laurenglynn.com/balance-roadmap [https://laurenglynn.com/balance-roadmap] - Episode 53 on multitasking [https://youtu.be/hZL9DFgAIJ4] - Episode 54 about flexible planning [https://youtu.be/mPnSflmU4_8] ✦ Connect with Lauren: Free Resource: Hell Yes, Hard Pass Notion Task Sorter - https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/ [https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/] Threads: https://www.threads.net/@laurengconsulting [https://www.threads.net/@laurengconsulting] Show Notes: https://laurenglynn.com/55 [https://laurenglynn.com/55] Watch on YouTube [https://youtu.be/PFHcaWhoosA] Mentioned in this episode: 📌 Free Workshop — Realistic Week Planning for Delusional Entrepreneurs Stop doing all the things and still feeling like you did nothing. Join Lauren’s free 60-min workshop on Thursday, July 31st at 12PM EST and walk away with a realistic plan that works for real life. Realistic Week Planning for Delusional Entrepreneurs [https://what-was-i-supposed-to-be-doing.captivate.fm/delusional-entrepreneurs-workshop]

How to Create a Flexible Calendar that Keeps You Productive and Stress-Free

In Episode 54, Lauren Glynn tackles one of the biggest productivity challenges we all face: how to create a schedule that actually works with real life, not against it. If you're tired of beating yourself up over rigid to-do lists and unrealistic timelines, Lauren's got your back. Key Takeaways: - Focus on Your Energy: Structure your tasks around when you actually feel energized, rather than rigid time slots. - One Big Thing Per Day: Prioritize one significant task to keep your momentum without overwhelming yourself. - Realistic Planning: Acknowledge that perfection isn’t possible; adapt your schedule based on reality. ✦ Resources Mentioned: Bottleneck to Balance Roadmap - Personalized planning sessions for creating flexibility in your calendar. ✦ Connect with Lauren: Free Resource: Hell Yes, Hard Pass Notion Task Sorter - https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/ [https://laurenglynn.com/hellyes/] Threads: https://www.threads.net/@laurengconsulting [https://www.threads.net/@laurengconsulting] Show Notes: https://laurenglynn.com/54 [https://laurenglynn.com/54] Watch on YouTube [https://youtu.be/mPnSflmU4_8] Mentioned in this episode: 📌 Free Workshop — Realistic Week Planning for Delusional Entrepreneurs Stop doing all the things and still feeling like you did nothing. Join Lauren’s free 60-min workshop on Thursday, July 31st at 12PM EST and walk away with a realistic plan that works for real life. Realistic Week Planning for Delusional Entrepreneurs [https://what-was-i-supposed-to-be-doing.captivate.fm/delusional-entrepreneurs-workshop]