In episode 642, Megan chats to Bjork Ostrom about how to protect your time and mental well-being as a creator and business owner, so you can continue producing your best work and building the business you desire.

Bjork loves to find ways to maximize potential - of people, of technology, of life. His wife Lindsay started a food blog a few years ago and they decided to do just that - maximize its potential. They hope to share what they've learned with other food bloggers here on Food Blogger Pro. Bjork is a terrible chef.

In this episode, you'll discover effective strategies to organize your workday for maximum focus and reduced mental clutter, while also uncovering ways to find deeper fulfillment in your work.

Key points discussed include:

- Purpose prevents burnout: Clearly define the purpose and mission behind your work to stay motivated and avoid burnout.

- Recognize "enough": Determine what "enough" looks like for your business and personal life, and set boundaries accordingly.

- Implement effective systems: Develop repeatable processes to manage tasks, priorities, and projects, keeping your brain uncluttered.

- Practice self-care: Prioritize your mental and physical health, as your brain is the primary tool for your creative work.

- Embrace imperfection: Accept that you'll never be "done" and that some level of imperfection is inevitable - focus on continuous improvement.

- Seek alignment: Ensure your daily work aligns with your deeper purpose and brings you a sense of flow and fulfillment.

- Set boundaries: Establish clear boundaries around technology, work hours, and other commitments to protect your time and energy.

- Reflect and adjust: Regularly reflect on what's working and what needs to change, then make small, incremental adjustments.

- Leverage support systems: Build a team or community that can provide a "fallback" when you need it, reducing stress.

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