Focus on This

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...

Gail Hyatt joins the show today. She's Michael Hyatt's wife AND... Marissa's mom. She's here to share what it means to be a reluctant goal setter in a family that not only loves to set goals, but literally wrote the book on how to do it. She talks about the life domains that are most important to her and how the planner has given her permission to prioritize herself. Become a Certified Pro and joi...

After running long in part one, Marissa and Ken finish answering listener questions directly from the Full Focus Planner Community on Facebook. In this episode, they answer questions like: What if I only write lame, boring goals? How do you use the planner when you have 12-hour shifts? How do you use the Full Focus System as an organization? How do I go to bed on time? Is a goal different from a r...

It's Marissa and Ken's first Q&A! They take questions submitted by listeners and members of the Full Focus Planner Community on Facebook. Questions include: How do I keep my goals top of mind? How do you plan time off? How do you get back into the planner groove after vacation? How do I use the system as a busy mom? How do I adjust when life throws a curveball? Become a Certified Pro and join...

It's Thanksgiving Week and before Marissa, Ken, and Nick debate their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, they have a conversation about how gratitude can make an enormous difference in your life. It can be easy to skip this gratitude step, but really does impact your goal achievement as well as how you feel - and how those around you feel. Make sure to check out all of the Black Friday Week Deals at ww...

If you're somebody who saw the world "journal" in the title and said, "I'm going to skip this one," then it's unlikely that you're actually reading this description. However, this episode *is* for you. Marissa talks Ken (and Nick) through the benefits of journaling - especially for the person who doesn't consider themself a "journal person". See Ken modeling the new Double Win hat (and watch the e...

The world is chaotic. On any given day, there are countless things beyond your control, and your best option is to maintain a positive mindset and find the best way to adapt to these situations. However, there are some things that you—and only you—can control. This week, Marissa and Ken dive into three aspects of your life that are under your control, which can help you in becoming the person you...

You know the saying, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." That quote highlights that while you might be able to bareknuckle your way to start a goal, sustaining that momentum is very difficult unless you have a community of people to help you throughout the process. In short: Community is essential if you want to achieve all of your goals. In this episode, Mariss...

As we approach Halloween, Marissa & Ken share four fears that keep people from achieving their own goals. Along the way they'll discuss their own experiences with fear and offer some insights into how you might conquer some of your own. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XFB4Y90gR24 Conquer your own fears right now and join the Full Focus Planner Community over on Facebook: https:...

We get it. Q4 can be very busy. However, you still have goals that you want to accomplish this quarter. So, how can you maintain the energy you need to keep doing the important work day in and day out? In this episode, Marissa and Ken will give you some helpful tips to finishing the year strong. They talk about managing a busy calendar, identifying your non-negotiables, and staying grounded during...

Happy Monday, everybody! It's a big day because it's Marissa and Ken's first episode! To get things started, they share a little bit about how they got to this moment, their favorite productivity tools, and what they're excited about for the future of Focus on This. Smattered in there are some fun questions like first concert, pet peeves, and their most irrational fears (nobody get any ideas). Wat...

It is the last episode of Focus on This with Verbs and Blake as your intrepid hosts. They, along with a very exciting surprise guest, reflect on what they've learned through doing 200+ episodes. They also talk about what's next for them and we meet the new hosts of Focus on This. This is definitely an episode worth checking out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-CGrgW9xdlw Support Verbs by checking out...

Ken Freire stops by the show for the first time today and the crew gets deep. They talk about the importance of finding your purpose - in ways both big and small - and how that journey also helps you to live the life that leads to a feeling of fulfillment. ] In this episode, you will learn: How finding your purpose jumpstarts your daily productivity The key questions Ken's mentor asked to help him...

Marissa Hyatt, expert vision boarder, stops by the show to talk about her history with and love of vision boards. Blake also shares how he uses digital methods to create a vision for his future. Along the way, they talk about the *why* of vision boards and how they can help provide the clarity you need to plan your path to the future you want. In this episode, you will learn: The purpose and benef...

Have you ever found yourself in the “messy middle” of a goal? You’ve come too far to turn back, but the finish line still feels far away. Do you let the goal slide and give up? Do you grit your teeth and just push through, even if you’re running on empty? How do you get through this part of the journey?  In this episode, Blake and Verbs talk with Marissa Hyatt, director of marketing, about one of...

What do you do if you find yourself in the same place week after week? How do you balance the Ideal Week with a hectic life that makes it difficult to plan ahead? In this episode, LeJon Brames... err... Blake and Verbs tackle questions from the community. They also talk about Dr. Seuss and turtles for some reason. Remember, this is the most productive podcast on the internet. To watch this whole e...

Stacie Simpson returns to the show to discuss the importance of resetting and setting new goals after a busy season. She shares her experience of working at a summer camp and how her team uses the Full Focus Planner to stay organized and aligned. She also emphasizes the value of consistent planner usage and offers advice for getting back on track if you've taken a break. Somewhere along the way, t...