Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect

You wrote yourself a note. You set the reminder. Then it pops up, and you think, “That sounds great, but I don’t have time.” Sound familiar? In this episode, I’m talking about honoring the good ideas past you took the time to save. We’ll explore quick debriefs, finding a useful home for your “next time” notes, and following through when those reminders arrive. You don’t have to act on every idea,...

Who did you connect with today? And who could use a quick thank you? In this episode, I’m sharing a little relationship homework to help you stay connected, have more meaningful conversations, and remember the things that matter to the people in your life. From a quick text to a little pre-coffee preparation, these simple habits can strengthen your personal and professional relationships. And if t...

Someone asks, “What’s new?” and your mind goes blank. Apparently, your entire life has left the chat. 😂 This has happened to me more than once lately—even with a full and awesome life! So I decided to do something about it, and I’m challenging you to do the same. In this episode, we explore having a few things ready to share when those predictable questions come up: a win, something you’re excite...

It’s my birthday week! 🎉 And this year, I’m giving myself three buzzwords to live by. These are words I want to keep close as I make everyday choices about how I spend my time, energy, and attention. In this episode, I share my birthday buzzwords and invite you to consider yours. Borrow mine if they speak to you, or choose a few that fit what you want more of in your life. You don’t even have to...

Is there something on your list or calendar that you keep telling yourself you have to do? In this episode, I challenge you to take a look at what I call “fictitious obligations" — the tasks and commitments we assign ourselves because of expectations, habits, or ideas about who we’re supposed to be.  Perhaps you'll decide to let some things go, and get back time, energy, and brain space...

When was the last time you stopped to notice what’s already working? This week on Handled(ish), we’re taking a break from fixing, tweaking, and adding new habits. I’m sharing a few things going right in my own life -- from small changes to my daily routines to Friday planning and time with family -- and inviting you to make your own “what’s going right” list. Your wins don’t have to look impressiv...

Autumn is upon us! And before it turns to Winter (and the Holidays!), let's take a minute to decide on and plan some fun! The Fall season provides us opportunities and things that only happen this time of year, so let's figure out now what we want to do, before it gets away from us and we miss out.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #Au...

Do you cringe a little when someone tells you that you "should" read this, watch this, meet this person, do this, etc? I don't think you are alone, so it's time to talk about it. This episode talks about what to do when you are told you should, and why if you do that to people, well, you shouldn't.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #Hand...

Sometimes another person can make a good thing even better—but first, we have to let them. In this episode, I talk about sharing our ideas, listening to suggestions without immediately becoming defensive, and asking the right people for the right kind of help. We’ll also explore why specific requests work better than “Come help and we’ll figure it out,” how complementary skills can strengthen a pr...

It's September 1st! A great "fresh start" opportunity! The podcast doesn't often drop on the first day of the month, so why not take advantage of it and talk about this particular fresh start, and what we are all going to do with it? What have you wanted to start doing or not doing? Let's start today! And, perhaps ponder how. you can pair an identity shift along with it fo...

Some questions and answers to help you implement our two brilliant (and unpopular) ways to win your workday.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #StickieNotesWin #DraftOutsideOfEmailProgram #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtUijXBYgwFVF...

Who says we can't all have manifestos? As I finish my new Handledish.com website, I'm thinking about positioning the content as part of a Handled(ish) Movement -- including a Handled(ish) Manifesto. My draft thoughts about this are in this epsiode. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #HandledishManifesto #DraftHandledishManifesto #Podcast...

Bold statement? YES! And I stand by it. Make these two things a habit and you will win (or at least win more of) your workday -- EVERY TIME you do them.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #NoSMorEmailFirst #60to90MinutesForYOURStuff #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: ht...

We all have a lot going on, and keeping everything in mind at once is something most of us can't and don't want to do. The solution? Create four master project lists to help you keep a 50,000 foot view of your life, commitments and goals. Start with Work, Personal, Home and "Other" (side hustle, hobby, etc.) and go from there.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity...

I'm talking to you today. Well, ok, I'm talking to me, too. Productivity shaming -- making ourselves feel bad when we aren't as productive as we'd like to be -- is NOT HELPFUL AT ALL. Join the movement. Let's banish it forever! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #BeNiceToYOU #DitchProductivityShaming #Podcast #Podcasts If...

Why are we always surprised when progress isn't linear? I'm experiencing that this week -- and it's objectively ridiculous. Anything that has a timespan isn't going to go smoothly all the time, and when we expect it, we are a lot less frustrated. Join me in this challenge! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #ProgressIsNotLinear...

Before you get upset at the title of this week's episode - hear me out! You know I believe in plans and structure and processes and boundaries -- we need all of those to be productive in the way we want to be. However, sometimes we need to toss all of that aside if it means that we don't miss an amazing opportunity. All or nothing thinking is THE WORST, and we need to stop it.  Enjoy 🤍...

Let's not let tired get in the way of us doing things that we have intentionally decided we want to do and/or will help us accomplish our goals. Yes, well-rested and energized is the preferred vibe, but we can't have that all the time, and we want to keep the promises we make to ourselves.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #GoTiredSome...

In our quest for productivity hacks and all the things we do to make our lives easy, we may be missing the point that not everything is supposed to be that way. Yes, let's streamline and make efficient processes for a lot of things, but let's also remember that challenge leads to growth and accomplishment leads to confidence. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #Productivi...

We all know change is hard, but have you thought about why? In this episode I talk about the relationship between change and identity, and how acceptance and experimentation with a light tough can lead to adapting in a way that serves you.  Accept. Experiment. Adapt. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #WhyChangeIsHard #AcceptExperiementAdapt # #Po...

Breaking news! Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect has reached 5,000 audio downloads! Thanks for making that possible!  And this week I talk about the case for taking an actual lunch break. An idea you have heard before, I'm sure, but one that many of us don't do on a regular basis. Let's rethink that this week and recommit to not eating by our screens.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #Ha...

In those spaces in between things, our first instinct is often to grab our phones. While there isn't anything overtly "wrong" about that habit, I think we can make our lives happier and more productive if we have a transition time strategy -- one that we use BEFORE we pick up our phones. See if you agree! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledI...

In this last part of the unofficial resilience series, I talk about how making it to the other side helps us build resilience as well. While this might sound obvious, it's worth noting, and pondering, about how we can do hard things.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #Resilience #ResilienceDuringASetback #YouCanDoHardThings #WhenThingsGoWro...

When something goes wrong, there are two key things that can help us build resilience -- right in the middle of it! Acceptance and NBC (next best choice), paired with the game of Whack-A-Mole, can give us the framing and confidence to move forward. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #Resilience #ResilienceDuringASetback #Acceptance #NextBestChoice...

For this week, let's all spend some time thinking about what is our capacity for something going wrong? Schedule-wise, physically and emotionally? (And you can add spiritually if you'd like). And how can we build that capacity?  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #Resilience #ResilienceStartsBefore #BuildYourCapacity #Podcast #Podcasts I...