This week on Call Her Brilliant

• I have a new favorite word - boreout - that perfectly describes how as hyper-competent gold star collectors we don’t burn out…but we absolutely hit plateaus
• 2025 was the most challenging year of my career. Because it forced me to question a deeply held belief as a kid who grew up following the rules - that you need to master step 1 and 2 before you move to step 3. But as brilliant women, that might not be true. Maybe you need to start at step 7, or even go backwards to step -20. I’ll show you how to decide if it’s time to throw out the baby with the bathwater if you want to elevate your capacity this year.
• Plus: I’m ignoring the anti-coffee propaganda and doubling down on caffeine in this week’s Brain fact or fluff

This week on Call Her Brilliant

• I get all my science from the radio. Not really. But the dj did get me convinced I need more analog in my life. I immediately went to my computer and googled and I’m sharing the real research with you!
• Think you’re a good multitasker? You’re probably wrong. And your smart phone could be to blame. We’re taking on AI in this week’s segment of Neuroscience for 90s kids
• Pamela Anderson is ditching makeup and going green and I am here for it. Why we should all be dancing in the rain with giant rhubarb leaves for umbrellas if we want to feel more focused

This week on Call Her Brilliant

• Stop delegating! It’s not helping you get more done. And it might be what’s burning you out. Unless you make this ONE brain shift. 
• Is Dolly Parton still working the 9-5? No. At 79-years-old she works 3-7am apparently. I’ll show you how to find your brain’s perfect schedule. And no you don’t have to get up Dolly early
• What do I really think of Pomodoro timers. The timer your brain actually runs on. And a tiny habit to feel FOCUSED on demand. 

Creatine elixirs, 4th grade haters, and why you should be LESS efficient

The weird habit I heard about from Spanx creator Sarah Blakely and why all brilliant women should start this too

THIS Instagram post had Boomer men racing to mansplain why I was wrong

My fellow millennials → Is creatine the magic elixir that’s going to keep us Margaret Atwood sharp and Michelle Obama fit into our 40s and 50s? I share the real answer in a segment called Neuroscience Fact or Fluff

Taylor Swift is brilliantly awkward. What I learned from her sourdough starter.

Do you block arts and crafts time every week? If not, it’s time to start. 

I’ll show you why your brain needs old lady hobbies in 2026 if you want to reach bigger in your business and your life

Time to break out the magazines and glue sticks. We’re creating vision boards. 

But not the glitter covered vision boards you see on Instagram. Ones that elite entrepreneurs use to unlock your brilliance on demand. 

Don’t worry, you can still add glitter, but with a splash of science

I am no stranger to taking on more than is possible to complete. I have big goals for myself and a passion for learning! Which means that I love taking on projects.

But sometimes, my to-do list tasks feel like a chore to get through and I feel stretched for time. Does any of this sound familiar?

In this episode, I’ll introduce you to the Productivity Formula. This is something I use to help me make tough decisions on how to spend my time and energy.

Show Highlights

[01:59] - What is the Productivity Formula?

[02:34] - We want to spend the most time possible in the Productive Zone.

[03:04] - The zone we get stuck in is the Busy Zone.

[04:02] - We also want to minimize the Bored Zone and the Stress Zone.

[05:27] - The tasks in everyone’s zones are different per person and career.

[06:15] - Pay attention to how tasks make you feel.

[07:31] - Tasks that we used to love may also slip into feeling like a “should”.

[08:42] - It is important to realize when a project is no longer serving you.

[09:27] - Give yourself permission to take a break.

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The Insider’s Guide to Stop Procrastinating

Sometimes, life throws us a curveball. And other times, it seems like your time is swept away with the day to day stuff and the big projects that you’re excited about gets put off to tomorrow.

But, not all tasks are urgent!

In this episode, you’ll learn 3 simple steps to pivot when life throws you a curveball. Then you can stay on track with your big goals without going into panic mode.

Show Highlights

[02:40] - In the Fall, my household had a seemingly never ending stream of illnesses.

[04:41] - My schedule was turned upside down and I had to rearrange everything.

[06:07] - How can we deal with the unexpected? Key #1: Decide what is urgent.

[07:26] - Priorities change. What is important one day might not be the next.

[08:04] - Key #2: Decide what you can delegate off your to-do list.

[09:22] - Key #3: Decide what you can cut completely.

[10:19] - You can color code your tasks and this all takes practice.

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The Insider’s Guide to Stop Procrastinating

We all know self-care is important, but it’s usually the last thing on the to-do list for high achievers. It’s hard for us to set our big goals and responsibilities aside and put ourselves first every once in a while.

In this episode, you’ll learn why our brains approach self-care as a task or something to check off the to-do list. When that happens, self-care feels like more work!

You will also learn a simple strategy to rewire your brain into thinking about self-care differently so you can have the mental resources you need to stay focused on your big goals.

Show Highlights

[02:15] - My bucket list goal of reading 50 books in a year was achieved in 2022.

[03:09] - After a while, reading stopped recharging me and felt like more work.

[04:51] - Our brains turn our self-care activity into something on our to-do list.

[06:14] - When we check something off the to-do list, we move on to the next thing.

[07:22] - Self-care becomes a burden and the joy gets lost.

[08:34] - Take a break to remove the internal pressure.

[09:41] - Self-care looks different day to day or week to week.

[10:25] - Ask yourself how you feel right now when you do your self-care activities.

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The Insider’s Guide to Stop Procrastinating

Most people make new year's resolutions or at least goals for 2022. We start the year motivated and committed, ready to make massive changes in our lives. Then by February it all goes down the drain and we’re back to the status quo. 

Why? 

Because our brains are designed to keep us safe. Safe for your brain means staying in your comfort zone. Change takes energy and our brains are designed to conserve energy where possible. 

Instead of creating massive goals that are vague and without a timeframe, set S.M.A.R.T. goals instead and see how much better you fare with your resolutions. 

Listen in to hear all of my tips and advice for sticking to your resolutions this year!

Show Highlights

[01:29] Whether you love them or hate them, most of us set goals for the year. 

[02:41] Remember, your brain is designed to keep you safe and in your comfort zone.

[04:54] Goals and resolutions are so hard to stick with because of how we write them. 

[06:06] Have you heard of S.M.A.R.T. goals? 

[06:27] The “S” stands for specific. 

[07:04] “M” stands for measurable. 

[07:40] The “A” stands for achievable or attainable. 

[08:44] “R” stands for relevant. 

[09:40] The “T” stands for timely, so set a time limit. 

[10:17] Take the resolution you set and break it down into super small steps. 

[12:10] A quick review of all the information and tips in this episode. 

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Sometimes we would do almost anything else to avoid starting our next project at work! In our distraction-filled world it’s hard to stay motivated, especially if you’re a busy professional or entrepreneur. Find out how to boost your motivation on those days when you didn’t get out of bed ready to go!

When I set my own deadlines it can be easy to procrastinate, and that’s because our brain isn’t set to focus on the long game - it wants rewards, and our brain wants them now! With no stress and pressure, your brain isn’t motivated to work. With too much, it’s overwhelming, and your brain doesn’t want to work. You need the right amount of stress and pressure to keep your motivation and your work going at a steady pace to finish on your deadline.

Listen in to discover how you can break down your big goal into smaller tasks, how to take small steps to boost your motivation over time, and why getting outside for fresh air with physical activity can give your motivation a big boost.

Show Highlights

[02:02] How I created my own deadlines and schedule. 

[04:59] Break down your big task into smaller, easily accomplished goals.

[08:01] Taking the first step towards your goal can boost your motivation.

[10:58] Plan a reward for when you’re done a task.

[14:35] Move to a new location to boost your motivation.

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Listen to Episode 62 How Stress Can Make You More Productive

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