The Designated Designer

The Long Way Home ✦ Living with Leaving Things Half Done


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Ever feel like leaving something half-done is the worst thing you could possibly do? Like, the thought of walking away from an unfinished task makes your skin crawl? Yeah, same. But one of the most unexpected lessons I’ve learned as a business owner is that sometimes, pressing pause is the smartest move you can make.

In this episode, we’re diving into the art of strategic stopping—learning to embrace unfinished work without guilt and understanding why forcing yourself to power through everything isn’t always the key to success. I’ll break down why taking breaks actually keeps you moving forward, plus a metaphor about road trips and gas stations that might just change the way you see productivity forever.

Because real talk—success isn’t about doing everything all at once. It’s about making sure you don’t run out of fuel before you reach the finish line. 🚗💨✨

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The Designated DesignerBy Jennifer Stank