Focus on This

In this episode, Marissa and Ken discuss four powerful actions to help you finish the year strong and set the stage for a successful 2025. They’ll help you narrow your focus, turn experience into a plan, power the energy you need—and use it all to start dreaming big for 2025.

Key Takeaways

1. Define Your One Thing: Simplify by focusing on one impactful goal for the rest of the year. Choose a goal with a "domino effect" that will positively influence other areas in 2025.
2. Stop and Recalibrate: Conduct an After Action Review with the KISS method (Keep, Improve, Start, Stop) to reflect on the past few months and prioritize what matters most.
3. Protect Time to Connect: Connect with the people who matter most to you and with yourself to give you the energy you need to finish well this year.
4. Start Dreaming for Next Year: Open your mind to possibilities in 2025. Suspend limiting beliefs and allow yourself to think big. Listen to learn the question that unlocks possibility.

Resources

Your Best Year Ever Live!

Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/mRQbAktDVWo

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Marissa and Ken dive into the universal experience of missing a goal, showing why even the most driven people face setbacks. They share strategies for navigating the emotions that come with falling short and explain how to turn those moments into valuable growth opportunities. If you're ready to see missed goals as fuel for resilience and progress, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways

1. Recognize You’re Not Alone: Everyone misses goals, even the most successful people. Give yourself grace and take a breath.
2. Let Regret Be Your Teacher: Instead of dwelling on the loss, use regret to reconnect with what matters and fuel future efforts.
3. Use the After Action Review: Assess your approach by asking what worked, what didn’t, and what you can do differently next time.
4. Commit to Dreaming Again: Embrace the courage to set new goals, knowing that setbacks are stepping stones in your journey.

Resources

• Your Best Year Ever Live Event | January 3-4 |  fullfocus.co/bestyearever

Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/zCmzjzXmZt4

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Marissa and Ken reveal the four most common reasons people abandon their goals and share strategies to overcome each one. They discuss practical ways to reignite motivation, stay realistic, beat overwhelm, and find the support needed to pursue what matters.

Key Takeaways

1. Lack of Motivation: Goals without personal meaning are easy to abandon. Reflect on why the goal matters to stay inspired.
2. Unrealistic Expectations: Expecting too much, too quickly can lead to burnout. Set achievable steps, celebrate progress, and be kind to yourself.
3. Overwhelmed by Complexity: Big goals can seem daunting. Break them down into manageable steps, focusing on progress over perfection.
4. Lack of Support: Pursuing a goal alone can be isolating. Build a support system or find an accountability partner to help you stay on track.

Resources

• Double Win Coaching | fullfocus.co/strategy

Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/qlc4kTMa1m4

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

​​In this Halloween-themed episode, Marissa and Ken explore the four fears that might be quietly undermining your success. They discuss why fear is normal (and designed to keep us safe), but also how it can lead to inaction if left unchecked. They break down why these four fears are so pervasive—and what you can do to overcome them.

Key Takeaways

1. Fear of Failure: If we’re scared to fail, we’ll be scared to try. Normalizing failure can be the key to progress.
2. Fear of Letting People Down: Overcommitting can lead to burnout. Setting healthy boundaries starts with self-awareness.
3. Fear of the Unknown: It’s natural to crave control, but true growth happens when you embrace uncertainty and focus on what you can control.
4. Fear of Success: Success can be intimidating if you believe it will change how others see you. Define success on your own terms to stay grounded.

Resources

• Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
• Codependent No More by Melody Beattie
• Full Focus Planner Community

Watch this on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/4FsCkU3MMDM

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Marissa and Ken explore the three key changes you need to embrace this autumn to end the year on a high note. To manage the end-of-year chaos, they explore how to move from burnout to balance, embrace "good enough" over perfection, and end the drift so you can design your days with intention.

Key Takeaways

• Battling Burnout. You have permission to slow down. (It’s what Mother Nature is telling us to do.) 
• “Good Enough” is Good Enough. Don’t make it perfect. Make it done.
• Design, or You’ll Drift. If you don’t take control of your time, it will disappear. Now more than ever, you need to be intentional with your calendar.

Resources

• The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
• Focus on This Facebook Community

Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/wcQeC5e8x90

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Everybody’s talking about it—and in this episode, Ken and Marissa join the AI conversation, exploring how you can leverage AI to power your goal success. From idea generation to staying on track with your goals, AI can be your secret weapon for faster, smarter results. They cover tips on how to get the best output from Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and introduce specific strategies for leveraging AI’s help to reach your goals. Whether you’re new to AI or use it every day, this episode offers actionable steps to level-up your AI application.

Key Takeaways

• AI for Idea Generation: Use AI to brainstorm creative goal ideas and strategies, whether related to health, finances, or personal development.
• Refining Goals: Learn how to make your goals SMARTER (Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Risky, Time-bound, Exciting, and Relevant) using AI prompts.
• Next Steps and Rewards: Discover how AI can generate personalized next steps and rewards to keep you motivated.
• Overcoming Obstacles: Get AI-powered solutions for staying unstuck and overcoming challenges along your goal achievement journey.

Resources

Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt (book)

ChatGPT (AI tool)

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Boundaries might seem confining, but they are an indispensable tool for maximizing our contribution and stewarding our energy. After a brief hiatus, Ken is back, and in this episode, the duo discuss four essential boundaries that can help you stay focused, protect your time, and prioritize what matters most. Implementing the practical tools and insights explored in this episode can help you reset and reclaim the balance your life is missing.

Key Takeaways

• Why boundaries are essential for success and happiness
• How a workday startup and shutdown ritual can help prevent overwork
• The importance of saying no to urgent, less important work to focus on your highest contribution
• How to distance yourself from negative relationships while encouraging positivity
• The impact of saying no to late nights and prioritizing rest for better productivity

Resources

• Essential Daily Rituals to Transform Your Life (free download)
• The One Thing by Gary Keller (book)
• Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson (book)
• The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod (book)

Watch this video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/HhwGPxINs2o

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

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In this episode, Marissa Hyatt explores one of her favorite topics—habits! If you've struggled to make new habits stick, this episode is for you. Marissa walks through three actionable strategies to help you create habits that last. Whether you’re working on fitness, productivity, or personal growth, these tips will help you get back on track and stay there.

Key Takeaways

• How long it takes to form a habit (Hint: “21 days” is a myth.)
• The power (and simplicity) of habit stacking
• The four rituals we recommend every high-achiever adopt
• How to keep your habits front and center
• Why building rewards into your habits can help you stay consistent

Resources Mentioned

• Big 3 Wellness Challenge Tracker (free download)
• Full Focus StreakTracker (free download)
• Weekly Wellness Tracker

Watch this video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/vE7EnGJqfYE

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Are you feeling overwhelmed with your to-do list heading into Q4 Marissa is solo today as she discusses strategies for achieving productivity and success and counters the common belief that increased effort is necessary for success.

In this episode, you will learn to:

• Limit your focus by setting 2-3 key goals
• Simplify your daily focus by implementing The Big Three
• Create a Strong Finish by establishing rituals

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MQVVZKYb3DU

Schedule a deep dive on the Double Win Strategy at http://fullfocus.co/coaching

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Ready for a vacation that truly recharges you? Well, tune in as Marissa and Ken share with you how to plan a summer break that leaves you refreshed and ready to tackle anything!

In this episode, you will:

• Discover the Vacation Optimizer: a free tool to help you plan a perfect getaway.
• Learn how to create a vacation vision and set yourself up for success before, during, and after your time off.
• Get tips on how to ensure your team runs smoothly while you’re away, so you can truly unplug.

Plus, we have some exciting news about a new podcast from Full Focus and some updates regarding our summer schedule!

Download the Vacation Optimized at fullfocus.co/vacation.

Make sure to visit with other Full Focus Planner users over in the Full Focus Planner Community on Facebook: fullfocus.co/community

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