You know that feeling when you're working your ass off but somehow still feel like you're spinning your wheels? Yeah, I've been there recently, and it forced me to take a hard look at what the hell I was actually doing with my time. I realized I was back to being completely ineffective—burnt out, not seeing results, and definitely not getting closer to my goals. So I had to ask myself the tough question: what are we doing here? In this episode, I'm sharing the brutal honest assessment of my workflow, the changes I'm making to actually see results, and the boundaries I'm setting to protect my energy and creativity. This isn't about working harder; it's about working smarter and finally getting the rewards you deserve for the effort you're putting in.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why weekly time audits beat quarterly reviews and how faster feedback loops can revolutionize your business efficiency

• The real reason you're experiencing burnout and how to identify when you're not getting adequate rewards for your work

• How to optimize your workspace for maximum focus, including removing distractions and creating visual clarity

• The art of strategic schedule blocking to prevent burnout before it happens, including quarterly resets and monthly relief days

• Boundary-setting strategies that actually work for protecting your prime creative time from interruptions and distractions

• The power of themed work days and why dedicating specific days to single focuses can dramatically increase your productivity

• How to course-correct when you realize you're overcommitted without the guilt and with practical steps for immediate relief

• Creating sustainable rhythms that include family time, self-care, and business growth without sacrificing your sanity

 

Links:

boundbyart.com

bluebirdtattoos.com

instagram.com/tattoosbymissiblue

instagram.com/boundbyartproject

instagram.com/bluebirdtattoostudio

Music: Unknown Road - The Harp Project