Summary

In this workshop, Michelle explores the power of decluttering and organizing as a foundation for productivity and clarity. She explains how physical, digital, and time clutter can create barriers to progress, and why clearing space allows you to focus more effectively on your goals. Michelle shares practical strategies for decluttering workspaces, streamlining digital tools, and organizing schedules to make consistent progress without overwhelm. The conversation highlights the connection between clarity, confidence, and impact.

Takeaways

• Decluttering creates space for focus, clarity, and productivity.

• Clutter exists in multiple areas: physical, digital, and time.

• Organizing your physical workspace reduces distractions and boosts creativity.

• Digital organization (emails, files, folders) saves time and mental energy.

• Time clutter (overcommitting, unnecessary tasks) can be just as draining as physical clutter.

• Small, consistent efforts for 15–30 minutes a day make decluttering manageable.

• Pairing decluttering with your Hour of Power keeps you intentional and consistent.

• Organized systems lead to less stress and more freedom to focus on impactful work.

• Decluttering isn’t a one-time event; it’s a practice that supports long-term success.

• By creating order, you also create mental clarity and renewed motivation.

Summary

In this workshop, Michelle discusses the importance of building sustainable habits as a foundation for long-term success. She emphasizes the role of habits in shaping productivity and overall success, and provides practical strategies for developing positive habits while overcoming challenges. The conversation covers the habit loop, the significance of starting small, and the importance of consistency in habit formation.

Takeaways

• Habits are the foundation of success.
• Creating lasting habits requires understanding and effort.
• Habits shape our daily routines and overall success.
• Identifying bad habits is crucial for progress.
• Every habit follows a loop of cue, routine, and reward.
• Start small to avoid overwhelm when building habits.
• Habit stacking can facilitate the formation of new habits.
• Tracking progress enhances accountability and motivation.
• Consistency is more important than perfection in habit formation.
• Building sustainable habits leads to long-term success.

Chapters

00:00 The Foundation of Success: Building Sustainable Habits

03:09 Understanding the Habit Loop: Cues, Routines, and Rewards

05:51 Practical Strategies for Habit Formation: Start Small and Stack

08:20 Overcoming Challenges: Consistency Over Perfection

Summary

In this session, Michelle discusses the importance of time management and productivity for long-term success. She shares practical strategies to manage time effectively, boost productivity, and maintain a balance between work and self-care. Techniques such as the Hour of Power, 30-minute work blocks, and time blocking are highlighted, along with tips to minimize distractions and overcome common challenges like procrastination and burnout. The session emphasizes the significance of self-care and offers actionable steps to implement these strategies in daily routines.

Takeaways

• Time management is about being intentional with your time.
• Focus on high priority tasks that align with your goals.
• The Hour of Power helps break down work into focused tasks.
• Working in 30-minute increments prevents burnout.
• Time blocking allows for dedicated focus on specific projects.
• Minimize distractions to enhance productivity.
• Self-care is essential for maintaining long-term productivity.
• Break tasks into smaller steps to combat procrastination.
• Balance work and rest for sustained success.
• Time management is a skill that reduces stress and prevents burnout.

Keywords

time management, productivity, self-care, work-life balance, focus, burnout, strategies, time blocking, procrastination, effective techniques

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Time Management and Productivity

02:49 Effective Time Management Techniques

06:10 Balancing Work and Self-Care

Summary

In this conversation, Michelle Garrett discusses the critical skill of resilience in business, emphasizing its importance for long-term success. She outlines practical strategies for building resilience, such as reframing failure, focusing on controllable aspects, practicing self-compassion, and building a support system. The conversation concludes with actionable steps for putting resilience into practice and a reminder that challenges are opportunities for growth.

Takeaways:

• Resilience is the ability to adapt and recover from setbacks.
• Successful entrepreneurs view challenges as opportunities to learn.
• Reframing failure as feedback is crucial for growth.
• Focusing on what you can control empowers you.
• Self-compassion helps in bouncing back from setbacks.
• A strong support system is essential for resilience.
• Acknowledging feelings is important, but they shouldn't control you.
• Persistence is key to overcoming challenges.
• Remembering your 'why' keeps you motivated during tough times.
• Building resilience takes time and consistent effort.

Keywords

resilience, business challenges, overcoming obstacles, self-compassion, support system, personal growth, persistence, goal setting, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Resilience in Business

01:27 Understanding Resilience and Its Importance

02:29 Key Strategies for Building Resilience

04:49 Putting Resilience into Practice

06:16 Conclusion and Next Steps

Summary

In this conversation, Michelle Garrett discusses the critical balance between productivity and avoiding burnout, especially for entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing tasks, taking breaks, and practicing self-care to maintain long-term productivity without sacrificing well-being. The session provides practical strategies and actionable tips to help individuals achieve sustainable growth and success in their professional lives.

Takeaways

• Productivity is about quality, not quantity.
• Set clear boundaries between work and personal life.
• Prioritize high-impact tasks to avoid overwhelm.
• Taking breaks is crucial for maintaining productivity.
• Implement the one thing approach to focus on tasks.
• Self-care is essential for preventing burnout.
• Incorporate physical, mental, and emotional self-care practices.
• Balance productivity with well-being for long-term success.
• Create a routine that includes both work and rest.
• Focus on what really matters to achieve effective results.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Productivity and Burnout

00:57 Defining Productivity and Burnout

01:55 Strategies for Maintaining Productivity

03:47 The Importance of Self-Care

06:03 Balancing Productivity and Well-Being

Welcome to Week 3 of the Summer of Impact podcast! This week, we’re diving into the topic of imposter syndrome and how to build confidence in your business and personal growth.

Imposter syndrome is something that many entrepreneurs and professionals struggle with, often leading to self-doubt and holding us back from reaching our full potential. In this episode, we’ll explore strategies to overcome these feelings of inadequacy and shift from self-doubt to self-assurance.

By the end of this podcast, you’ll have practical tips to help you:

• Identify and combat feelings of imposter syndrome.

• Reframe negative thoughts and embrace a mindset of confidence.

• Use small, consistent actions to build self-assurance.

• Reflect on beliefs that are holding you back and shift them to empower your growth.

Let’s get started, and remember: You are more than capable of achieving the success you desire!

Haven't joined us yet? Learn more here. You can also join my free Facebook here.

Welcome to Week 2 of the Summer of Impact! In today’s episode, we’ll dive into the power of showing up consistently and how small, consistent actions lead to big results in your business and personal growth.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or someone working on personal development, showing up every day, even in small ways, is crucial for long-term success. We’ll discuss how visibility, trust, and momentum are built through consistency and how showing up regularly - no matter how small the task - leads to a lasting impact.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why consistency matters for success

• How small actions, repeated daily, create momentum

• The ripple effect of showing up consistently in your business

• How to stay visible even when it feels like no one is watching

• The benefits of showing up for yourself and your goals every day

We’ll also talk about simple ways to stay consistent and keep taking action, even when it feels like progress is slow. Remember, small steps add up over time.

If you're not yet part of the Summer of Impact, now is the perfect time to join us on this journey! This 100-day challenge is designed to help you take consistent action, show up for yourself, and create lasting change in your life and business. If you're ready to commit to growth and intentional impact, head over to my website and join today!

Finally, be sure to join today’s bi-weekly group coaching call at 12:30 PM ET where we’ll set the foundation for the next phase of your Summer of Impact journey and share where we are now and where we envision being at the end. (Monday, June 23rd)

Listen now and commit to showing up consistently. Let’s make the most of these 100 days together!

Feeling stretched thin, scattered, or stuck in survival mode?

This audio workshop is your pause-and-reset moment. Michelle D. Garrett, creator of The Diva’s Productivity Guide, walks you through three powerful yet simple shifts you can make each day to get focused, stay grounded, and feel more in control of your time and energy.

You’ll learn:

• How to prioritize what actually matters using the 80/20 rule

• Why heart-aligned goals are your secret to consistency

• The one daily habit that will instantly boost your clarity and momentum

This workshop is part of the Bloom Your Mind Bundle - a limited-time collection of resources designed to help you thrive inside and out this season. From planners and journals to meditations, trainings, and self-care tools, this bundle is like a digital Mind Spa for ambitious women who are ready to reset and bloom.

🎁 Get access to the full bundle and the accompanying eBook for this episode here
Available through August 15th.

Welcome to Week 1 of the Summer of Impact! In this episode, we’ll dive into the powerful S.M.A.R.T.+Heart goal-setting framework. This is a proven method that will help you set clear, actionable, and meaningful goals for the next 100 days.

You’ll learn how to make your goals:

• Specific

• Measurable

• Achievable

• Relevant

• Time-Bound

• And how to infuse them with Heart: the deep connection to your purpose and values that will keep you motivated and aligned.

Plus, we’ll review the Day 1-7 action tasks to help you stay on track and get consistent progress from the start. Get ready to take intentional action, stay accountable, and show up for yourself every day. It’s time to set the foundation for your transformational 100 days!

Haven't joined us yet? Learn more here. You can also join my free Facebook here.

This conversation is supported by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the CDC. Opinions are my own.

Let's Talk Y'all: This is a replay of a Facebook Live I did on my Divas With A Purpose page.

During this conversation, I'm reviewing ways to show up for the young people in our lives. #findyour3 can truly help #PreventACEs

Please remember, we play an important role when we choose to be part of a child's 3. Our positive presence can help buffer toxic stress and build motivation, confidence, and resilience so they can flourish.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/preventACEsAAP

Download my free guide here: https://www.divaswithapurpose.com/find-your-3