In this episode I introduce the "75/25 rule," where you make it a goal to ONLY be 75% ready for meetings, presentations, or talks with clients, instead of stressing out to get everything perfect. I will explain why going beyond 75% preparedness often doesn't pay off in terms of the extra time and energy spent.

In this episode I will discuss the downsides of overpreparing, like missing out on quality time with family or personal hobbies because you're too caught up in work details. When you are not aiming for 100% preparedness, you can save yourself from feeling stressed and make room for the things in life that make you happy.

At the end of the episode, I will offer 3 tips to adopt the 75/25 rule in your daily routine. I will share stories from working moms who've strived for only 75% preparedness and found a better balance between their work and personal lives.

Topics in this episode:

• Rebecca Olson talks about the "75/25 rule": Be mostly ready for stuff, not perfectly ready.
• Trying too hard to be 100% ready isn't worth the extra work.
• If you don't aim for perfection, you'll have more time for fun and family.
• People who tried the 75/25 rule ended up happier with their work and home life.
• 3 tips to adopting the 75/25 rule

Show Notes & References:

• Check out my 3 tips to a non-rushed morning on my new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg
• Take the next step to end over-preparedness, procrastination and people pleasing by scheduling a free coaching call: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book
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