The Progress Project

I've decided that sustainable time management is my new goal rather than focusing on productivity. In this episode, we're exploring what that means to have a system of sustainable time (and life!) management. Listen in to hear: Why sustainability matters more than productivity 3 ways we can start creating a more sustainable system for time management The most important thing to include in your tim...

This episode is for anyone who feels trapped by a life of perpetual busy-ness and craves a simpler, calmer experience of their life.  A common theme I see among the overstretched business owners I've worked with over the years is their tendency to take on way more work than they actually have capacity for. They feel like they're never doing enough, yet they're busy all the time. They say yes to ev...

How often do you mentally jump ahead to a future time when things are sure to be better than they are today?  I am so guilty of this and it's something I'm working through right now as I impatiently wait for the end of this pregnancy. I'm re-learning (this is definitely not my first time struggling with trying to escape the present moment!) what I can do to stop fretting that the future isn't comi...

I've been noticing lately that there are two activities that pay major dividends in every aspect of my life. Two activities that, when I take time for them, create MORE time and energy. Yet they are also the very first things that I drop when things get hectic or stressful (which happens to be right when I need them the most). Listen in to hear what the two activities are and why they're so useful...

The Progress Project is back! Well, kind of. ;) After a couple years away, Kristin is back to share a new limited series on time, time management, and productivity. (More episodes or short series might happen later, possibly? We'll see!) In this episode, I'm sharing an update on the last couple years, plus the insights on time/life management I picked up from working at (and eventually leaving) a...

This is our FINAL episode! We hope this last episode serves as the perfect way to wrap up everything we've shared over the last 3+ years. Listen in to learn: The 6 areas you can choose from to start your own progress project Over 20 examples and inspiration ideas to choose from for your project Next steps to actually GET STARTED taking action Where you can find resources for each of the 6 areas of...

Today we're talking about how you can actually create the life you dream of living. Discover how to envision the big picture growth you want for your future and the 4 ingredients needed to get you there. You'll also learn: Where to start in determining what matters most to you How to incorporate those things into your everyday life—and your goals for the future The mindset possibility work that ha...

You don't want to miss today's episode! We have some big news to share and we're spilling it all in this conversation. Find out the changes coming to the podcast and what's next for The Progress Project. We can't wait to let you in on what's to come! SHOW NOTES: For a recap of the episode and any links we mentioned in our conversation today, head to our website at: https://www.jointheprogressproje...

In this episode, we're teaching you how to grow your self belief. Not just in the vague "believe in yourself!" kind of way we tell little kids but about believing SPECIFICALLY that you can achieve the things you really want. That you can take any desire you have for your life and figure out how to obtain it or bring it into reality. Usually that means DOING, BEING, or HAVING something that you wan...

Communicating better begins with clarity—knowing what you want FIRST and then clearly sharing that with others. Listen to this week's episode to learn: How to gain clarity over what you want in the first place How you can be more confident in asking for what you want or need How to be less vague and more concrete by being your own editor Why it matters who you're communicating with SHOWNOTES: For...

More faith can help you obtain ANY desire, reach any goal, or solve any problem. Today's conversation will show you 4 ways you can develop your faith to create actual, tangible results in your life. Listen in to learn: To expand your definition of faith to increase your creative power The best question to ask to discover exactly what to do next Why you might be putting forth the wrong kind of effo...

Do you ever feel guilty that you want MORE when you "should" be content with what you have? Or maybe you feel like you "should" be making more progress than you currently are in a given season of life. In this episode, we're talking about contentment vs. progress and why we feel like we're doing it wrong, no matter which phase of life we're in. You'll learn: Why our brains default to wanting the n...

In this episode, Laura shares her best tips for planning your week. There's no set formula to follow, but prompts to help you decide what is most important to you and how to incorporate it into your plan. Listen in to learn: How you can change your mindset about planning your week so it doesn't feel restrictive, but exciting and inspiring instead How being strategic about when you plan so it actua...

Today we're talking about how you can get to the "good stuff" of life, whether it's in your creative work, relationships, spiritual life, or anything else. Listen in to learn: How you can enjoy more meaningful conversations Conversation-starting prompts to go deeper in your relationships How you can do creative work that is more aligned with your purpose A few tricks to go deeper in any area of yo...

If you ever find yourself feeling totally overwhelmed with everything you have to do, decide, and worry about, you might need to declutter your mind! In this episode, you'll learn: 4 different strategies to use to declutter your mind Where to start if you're too overwhelmed to decide Ideas for systems you can create to prevent overwhelm in the future Examples for one-time decisions you can make to...

Today's conversation is an unstructured exploration of a question we've been pondering: How do you experience your life? We talk through a new way to visualize concepts we're always talking about: the power of our thoughts to create the intentional life we enjoy the experience of living every day. Listen in to hear:  How thinking of a foundation and a home can help you better visualize your circum...

In today's episode, we're talking about how to navigate all the big emotions that come up when utilizing your creativity. We want you to find the tools to navigate the thoughts and feelings that arise during the creative process. Listen in to learn: How to not let anxiety or mind drama stop you from creating the work you want to do Stop ignoring the signals these emotions are bringing up for you S...

Today we're talking about how you can give your creativity some extra attention and create your very best work. Listen in to learn: How creativity can help you feel more connected to yourself spiritually A powerful journal prompt to discover a powerful creative experience in your past and how it can serve future creative work A bunch of strategies we have used to create our best work that you can...

This episode is a free audio chapter from our ebook, Time Management for Creative Moms. You'll learn 5 mindset shifts about time management that will help you take the strategies we've taught you so far and become even more effective with your time. You'll also learn why time management is about SO MUCH MORE than getting things done or checking everything off a to do list. We want you to discover...

You have a unique set of gifts that are meant to bring you joy and serve the world! Today we're chatting about how you can uncover those gifts and use them to their fullest potential. Listen in to learn: What to do if you're not sure what your gifts are How to actually use your gifts more regularly Why you should never wait to start the project you dream about starting How your gifts will be revea...

In today's episode you'll hear from a few of our listeners who have applied our time management strategies in order to make more time for what they love! We hope you'll be as inspired as we are by the things they're doing, what tools they're implementing to find time, the amazing results they have achieved! Best of all, you'll learn how YOU can do the same. SHOWNOTES: For a recap of the episode an...

Ready to finally start waking up earlier? In this episode, Kristin shares her unique tips for waking up early. Listen in to learn: 4 steps to follow to actually wake up earlier How to develop a DESIRE to wake up early How you can experiment with this habit without guilt, shame, or "shoulds" How to stop feeling guilty if you DON'T want to wake up early What to do if/when your kids interrupt your mo...

Today we're having a conversation about STILLNESS: how to find time for stillness, what to do during that time, and how to truly connect with God to create your life. Listen in to learn: How to WANT to set aside generous, dedicated time for spirituality Ways we can co-create with God -- whether we're creating our goals, our days, our feelings, or anything else How to balance confidence and humilit...

Ever feel like something is holding you back from creating, making progress, and sharing your gifts? There's a good chance that what's holding you back is a lack of trust in yourself. In today's episode, Laura will teach you how to finally move forward with those goals you have. You'll learn: 3 things you're probably not doing if you feel like you can't trust yourself with your time How to get les...

In today's episode, Kristin shares how implementing some rules or boundaries in your time management can help you be more effective in ANY area of your life. You'll learn: How boundaries can help you avoid guilt about how you spend your time How to discern what area of your life needs better boundaries How to be as effective as possible in your chosen area 4 specific examples of problem areas and...