Focus on This

Ever feel overwhelmed by disorganization or like you’re not a "planner person"? Full Focus Planner Certified Pro Kristina Proctor joins us on this episode to break down simple strategies to help you get the most out of your planner and achieve your goals, even if you have ADHD or just feel perpetually disorganized. In this episode, you will: Discover why starting with an ideal day instead of an id...

Did you know your planner can be a time-traveling companion through different phases of life? Whether you're a student, an office worker, or a business owner, the Full Focus Planner is here to support your productivity journey! In this episode, Nick is joined by Madelyn Victoria, a seasoned planner user, who shares how she's leveraged her planner from college to running her own business. Get ready...

We chat about all sorts of goals on this podcast, from spending more time with family to earning a bit more cash. But let's face it, health goals are a big deal for just about everyone. Most of us have at least one on our yearly list, but they're tricky to stick with. In this episode, Marissa and Ken break down the top five mistakes people make when chasing those health goals. Watch us on YouTube:...

Back in January, we spoke with three Full Focus Planner users about their biggest 2024 goals. As a reminder, Dustin's goal was to write his first book by the end of Q3. Kerry's goal was to quit her full-time job and continue to grow her business. Ashley's goal was to complete a half Iron Man on July 28. Today, we find out how it's going. Watch us on YouTube: youtu.be/bjxICp6EMMo Make sure to check...

It sounds big and bold, but it's true: In today's episode, Marissa and Ken share 7 questions that, if answered thoughtfully, could change the trajectory of your life. It's the kind of claim that might make you want to not listen, but it's definitely worth finding out what the seven questions are and going from there. You've got nothing to lose and a whole life to gain. Also, Marissa shares what sh...

Full Focus is happy to announce that we're running a challenge for our community to help refocus ourselves on habits that will help us revitalize both our physical and emotional health. In this episode, Marissa and Ken talk you through the Daily Big Three of this wellness challenge and provide some of the science behind why these specific practices were chosen. Watch this episode on YouTube: youtu...

Do you struggle to start your day on the right foot? In this episode, Marissa and Ken share their ideal morning routines, practical tips for creating a morning ritual that works for you, and how to overcome common obstacles. Discover why Ken's wife wants him to wake up at 5 AM (and why he's resisting) Learn the simple hack Marissa uses to streamline her supplement routine and stay consistent Find...

Ken asked his "fans" for some of their favorite productivity hacks. Today, Marissa and Ken discuss topics ranging from the power of ChatGPT for spreadsheets to the magic of starting messy. They also explore whether or not you should even use "hacks" to begin with! Lastly, the group discusses what's making them happy. Watch this episode on YouTube to see Marissa's color palate thing (can you tell w...

Ken and Nick get existential on an episode that was supposed to be about lighthearted "Productivity Pranks". While they do talk about the "pranks" of working longer hours and perpetual planning, Ken and Nick also stumble into a discussion about the concept of "enough" and their discomfort with stillness. Along the way, they invite listeners to simply start that one project they've been procrastina...

It's the last Monday of Q1! You made it. Congratulations! This means that it's time to do your Quarterly Preview so you can start to look ahead to Q2. In this episode, Marissa & Ken walk you through the entire quarterly preview process and offer tips on how to complete each section. Along the way, they talk about prepping for your quarterly preview and Nick shares a story about how even the be...

RIP Hot Girl Winter. We hardly knew ye. Marissa talks about the unraveling of Hot Girl Winter and Ken discusses what went wrong with his family SOP. This episode is a dive into the chaos of missed targets and unexpected turns. It's a good reminder that even the best-laid plans can run straight into sickness or an icy front porch. What we do know is that something WILL get in the way of your goals,...

Sometimes this podcast is about larger questions related to philosophy and values. Questions like "What do you want?" and "Who do you want to be?" And, sometimes, this podcast is about the nitty-gritty of making focus and productivity work for you. This is one of those episodes. Over 500 million people use Google Calendar and there's a good chance that you're one of them. In this episode, Marissa...

Here at Focus on This, we obviously love a paper planner. However, in our modern world, sometimes there is an app that can free up time in your day and space in your mind so you can focus on what matters most to you. Today, Marissa and Ken talk you through some of their favorite apps in 2024. To see the full list with links, click here: https://focusonthispodcast.com/podcast/228-achieve-more…for-g...

Most people who listen to Focus on This are using some system to organize their days and to achieve the goals they've set for themselves. Today, Marissa and Ken talk about how to take your planner and use it sculpt your life. It's about taking the day-to-day and stretching it out to the year-to-year in a way that's intuitive, inspiring, and actionable. If you want help developing your own life pla...

In a first for Focus on This, Michael Hyatt AND Megan Hyatt Miller join the show today! Not only are they in-studio to welcome Ken into the Hyatt Family, but they're also there to talk about their history with life planning and why everybody who sets intentional goals (especially Full Focus Planner users) needs a larger plan to help direct them where they want to go. How do you set the right annua...

This episode is absolutely for you even if you don't think it is. Even though this is a show about goal achievement and productivity, it's also a show about the Double Win. That means winning at work and succeeding at life. What's a better measure of success that the quality of your relationships? That doesn't just mean your partner, it means your children, your parents, your colleagues, your neig...

As you know, the Full Focus Planner is built on the structure of the Daily Big 3, Weekly Big 3, Quarterly Goals, and Annual Goals. You take big ideas and distill them down into daily actions. But, if you just stop at annual goals, then you're missing a larger piece of the puzzle. How do you even know which goals you should be setting each year if you don't have a larger vision for what you want yo...

We're at the end of January and, for some of your goals, you might be hitting the messy middle. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with your "why". Why are you pursuing this difficult goal in the first place? Who are you trying to become? That's where the idea of a Life Plan comes into play. In today's episode, Marissa is joined by Full Focus Founder, Michael Hyatt. They share the five hidde...

2024 is in full swing and we wanted to check in on some of the wonderful members of the Full Focus Planner Community to see what big goals they have planned for this year. In this episode, Marissa and Ken speak with Kerry, Ashley, and Dustin about their big goals and how they plan to reach them. Whether it is completing a half Iron Man, writing a book, or quitting your job to pursue your business,...

We're entering into the third week of 2024. You're already on your way to making real progress on the goals you set for the first quarter. While it might seem counterintuitive, this is a great time to review the basics of goal achievement. Having the basics under your belt will make it easier when the going gets rough. In this episode, Marissa & Ken talk you through some of the critical elemen...

As we head into the second week of 2024, Marissa and Ken share some of the habits and resources that you should use in order to achieve your goals this year. After that, they visit the show from the future to each share a Q1 goal with you - structured in the SMARTER Framework, of course. Let's keep moving forward! You'll learn: How you can use a sticky note in your planner to keep track of your ta...

2024 is finally here and we're ready to help make it your best year ever! No matter how far along you are on your goal-writing process, simply having goals isn't enough to be successful. You have to have some strategies to help you achieve those goals. That's what the Full Focus Planner is all about. It helps you to find traction on your own goals and dreams. Today, Marissa and Ken each share thei...

Merry Christmas! With Christmas falling on a Monday, it is safe to assume that most people's routines are a bit jumbled this morning. So, rather than an entire episode about goal achievement, we thought we'd just pop in and provide you with some comfort on this Christmas morning. We also take a quick peek ahead at this crucial week between Christmas and New Year's as we get ready to set the SMARTE...

Shakespeare once said, "What's past is prologue." Basically, the past is just the beginning of what comes next. There is, perhaps, no other moment when that is more clear than at the end of the calendar year. While it is tempting to simply start making new goals for 2024, it's important to stop and make sense of what happened in 2023. That look back is how we learn and grow. In this episode, Maris...

2024 is almost here, and if you're aiming to nail your goals, it's time to think deeply about what those goals are and how to set them up right. In this episode, Marissa and Ken walk you through all the basics of writing awesome goals that'll put you on the path to success. Even if you're planning to join the 'Your Best Year Ever Live' event on January 5, getting a grip on these goal-setting basic...