Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect

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...

Feeling like your productivity is a little off? Does it feel like you are playing whack-a-mole and just going from thing to thing to thing? Perhaps your ratios are off -- your thinking/doing ratio. Ideally, we'll spend more time thinking (strategically planning) than doing, and when those ratios are reversed, that's when things aren't at their best. We have do-overs, we do things th...

We all do it. Someone asks us how we are, and we answer, "Busy!" In this episode, I'm challenging all of us to think about how unhelpful and potentially harmful that can be when we do it on repeat. I think we can do better. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #BanBusyTalk #NoMoreBusyBrand #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't alread...

Call it a debrief, or a postmortem, or whatever you would like, but taking time to think about what just happened (an event, project, etc.) is really important for increased productivity. In this episode (Part 2), I talk about the evaluation piece and a couple of good roadmaps.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #Evaluation #Gratitude #Podcast #P...

Call it a debrief, or a postmortem, or whatever you would like, but taking time to think about what just happened (an event, project, etc.) is really important for increased productivity. In this episode (Part 1), I talk about post-anything gratitude practice, and why you might want to amplify yours or start one! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks...

Conferences are part of many of our professional and personal lives, and we are more likely to maximize these opportunities with a little thought and intentional preparation. In this episode (recorded at a conference!) I share some ideas.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #HowToConference #ProductiveConferences #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven&ap...

We DO NOT have to start things only on Mondays or the 1st of the Month or the 1st of the Year, or whatever silly ideas we have for when we should start things. Consider an imperfect start for a new habit or goal you want to get going on, and get rid of "all or nothing" thinking in the process!  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #Imperfe...

I walked a 5K every day in March to get me unstuck with rehab and making myself stronger after all of my not-so-fun injury adventures. It gave me confidence, made me stronger, and proved that I can show up for myself. In this episode I share why I think it worked, and why you may want to consider a physical challenge to get you unstuck (from any way you are feeling stuck).  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #Handle...

In this next episode of the 5W's and the H series, I talk about the "WHY" of planning. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #PlanningEqualsFreedom #WiggleRoomNotStress #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtUijXBYgwFVF3xug5Ut67...

In this next episode of the 5W's and the H series, I talk about the "WHAT" of planning. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #GetToNotHaveTo #PlanItAll #GetItDone #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtUijXBYgwFVF3xug5Ut67w   Y...

In this next episode of the 5W's and the H series, I talk about the "WHO" of planning. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #WhoToPlan #ScheduleYourPeople #RegularGetTogethers #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtUijXBYgwFVF3...

This series explores the 5W's and the H of planning . . . and this time we discuss WHERE you should plan.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #ComfyPlanning #WherePlan #SameEachWeek #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtUijXBYgwFVF3xu...

This series explores the 5W's and the H of planning . . . starting with WHEN you should plan.  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #NoPlanningOnSundays #WhenPlan #NoPlanningOnMondays #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtUijXBYgwFVF3xu...

It's Valentine's Day Week, so consider taking this time to share with (lots of) people WHY you love and admire them. What do they do well? How do they shine? What are the traits and characteristics they have that you love? It's fun for you to think about, and, of course, everyone loves specific compliments! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #Handle...

It's my 100th episode! And a moment worth celebrating, for sure. It's also a great opportunity to talk about the benefits of imposters syndrome. Join me!  Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #100thEpisode #BenefitsOfImposterSyndrome #ImposterSyndrome #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the vi...

Consumption of news, social media, books, blogs and podcasts can truly be fun, and it can be part of research. AND, it can also be a form of procrastination that gets in the way of our creation (i.e. productivity). Do you need an info consumption check? Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #CreateMore #ConsumeLess #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven&apo...

You can be a fan of anything, and when you become a better one, you amp up the fun and the joy. Give it a try! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #BetterFans #LevelUpFandom #BigFanBigFun #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven't already, please subscribe!  Or subscribe to the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtUijXBYgwFVF3xu...

A bingo card gives you 24 spots to put goals, dreams and want-to-dos, so let's use it as a productivity tool! Make a list and plot yours out, and then enjoying marking things off throughout the year. So many ways to do this! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️  #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #BingoFun #MakeABingoCard #BingoCardProductivity  #Podcast #Podcasts If you haven&ap...