The Optimization Toolbox with Jenna Redfield

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Before I forget, tomorrow is this month’s Notion Workshop all about creating your Notion Dashboard Get Tix here If you are a paid member, get the discount code in last week’s issue Hey friends — welcome back to Optimization Toolbox . I...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This episode is part of what I call this podcast the Optimization Toolbox — practical systems for neurodivergent brains. Because so many of us have the same frustrating experience: you meet someone, you have a genuinely great conversat...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. If you’ve been calling yourself a freelancer but it never quite felt right, there’s a good chance you’re actually doing something called fractional work — and there’s a real difference between the two. I recently recorded an episode of...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. The online business world is shifting faster than most entrepreneurs realize. In my latest podcast episode, I sat down with Cathy Olson—co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous and FG Funnels —to talk about what’s really happening in 2026. Full t...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Let’s be honest: I wasn’t totally sold on Notion AI at first, especially after it launched. I’d been using ChatGPT religiously for content creation, brainstorming, scripting videos, and outlining newsletters. It had the context. It kne...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Featuring Howie Chan on The Optimization Toolbox If you’ve ever felt like building your “personal brand” makes you sound fake, braggy, or—let’s be honest—a little cringe … you’re not alone. This week, I sat down in person with Howie Ch...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Why I Brought Erica On the Podcast Here’s the truth: my hardest struggle as an entrepreneur isn’t ideas (I’ve got plenty). It’s time management —deciding what actually matters today, tracking how long things take, and sticking with it...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Last week I packed my bags and flew out to San Francisco for Make with Notion 2025 —a mix of community summit, product showcase, and the biggest gathering of Notion fans you could imagine. Over 1,700 people came together at Fort Mason...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. What happens when people stop Googling and start asking ChatGPT instead? In this week’s episode of The Optimization Toolbox , I sat down with AI trainer and personal branding queen Princess Paula to explore exactly that. We covered wha...

✨ Big Update: I’m Splitting This Newsletter into Two Over the past year, I’ve realized something important: my content actually lives in two different lanes. * Neurodivergence + Systems + Digital Organization → This is what The Optimization Toolbox will continue to focus on: ADHD, Notion, content systems, and the behind-the-scenes tools that help us get organized and stay consistent. * Marketing...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Over the years of working with clients on their marketing and content, I’ve noticed a pattern: so many people have the same hang-ups when it comes to visibility . They want to grow their brand, they know they should be putting themselv...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Let’s be real: if ambition alone was enough, you’d already be “there.” But for so many neurodivergent entrepreneurs—especially those of us with ADHD—there’s a gap between what we want and what we actually do . That’s the sticky middle:...

The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. If you’re an ADHD entrepreneur, chances are you’re either stuck in idea overload… or lost in the land of half-finished projects. This isn’t because you’re lazy or undisciplined. It’s because most business advice wasn’t made for your br...

Thanks for reading The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Over the past few months, some of my most popular YouTube videos have been about ChatGPT and custom GPTs—how I use them, how to build your own, and why they’re worth setting up. Clearly, it’s something people are curious about. And for good reason. In this week’s episode of T...

Thanks for reading The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Over the past 10 years (yes over a decade running a business), my business has evolved—and today, it's made up of a mix of online offers and in-person services: * I sell online courses and Notion templates through my website * I create video content on YouTube, Substack, and...

Thanks for reading The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Let’s talk about what it means to actually live well —not just take supplements or download another wellness app—but to feel good in your body, connected to your community, and supported by tools that actually help. That’s what this episode is all about. I sat down with Jill...

Welcome back to The Optimization Toolbox ! At The Optimization Toolbox , we focus on simple, actionable ways to optimize every area of life — from mindset and productivity to health, style, and personal brand. Color analysis might seem like just a fashion tool, but it’s actually a life optimization tool : when you dress in alignment with your natural colors, you eliminate decision fatigue, boost y...

Thanks for reading The Optimization Toolbox by Jenna Redfield! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Over the past year, I’ve been quiet. I haven’t shared much publicly about what’s been going on behind the scenes—but today, I’m ready. I’ve been doing detective work on my own body and brain, and what I found has completely shifted how I view myself, my health, and the way I...

Hey everyone! If you’ve ever found yourself snacking without thinking, struggling to stop at “just one more,” or feeling stuck in a cycle of food guilt , this episode is for you. As ADHDers (or anyone who struggles with habits), we know that habits shape everything —both positively and negatively. Food, in particular, is a huge part of this because we have to make decisions about it multiple times...

Watch the interview on YouTube AI is evolving fast—are you ready? In this episode of Optimization Toolbox , I sat down with Caroline Holden , an AI expert, to dive deep into the rise of AI agents , their ethical implications, and how they’re reshaping work and productivity. 🚀 AI Agents: The Next Big Shift in Tech If you’ve been keeping up with the rapid advancements in AI, you’ve probably heard t...

In this episode of The Optimization Toolbox, I sit down with Renae Fleck, author of “Cycle Sync Your Business”, to explore how understanding and aligning with your menstrual cycle can revolutionize your productivity and business strategy. Renae shares her journey of discovering cycle syncing, the science behind it, and how she’s helping women entrepreneurs optimize their work and life by tuning in...

In this episode, I’m joined by Jennifer Salzman, a sobriety coach who specializes in helping people with ADHD break free from alcohol dependency. Jennifer shares her personal journey, celebrating four years of sobriety, and explains why ADHD and alcohol addiction often intersect. We dive into the science behind why those with ADHD are more prone to substance use, the importance of self-compassion,...

In this interview, Megan Griffith discusses the concept of "monotropism" - the way neurodivergent individuals, such as those with autism or ADHD, process and focus their attention differently than neurotypical people. Megan shares her personal experiences with monotropism, explains how it can manifest in daily life, and provides strategies for harnessing the positives and managing the challenges....

In this episode, I share my unexpected experience of going viral on TikTok back in August. I detail how a video I made about the movie "It Ends with Us" sparked a viral moment that quickly spiraled into a controversial and overwhelming situation, leading to intense scrutiny, concerning DMs, and a significant toll on my mental health. Reflecting on this experience, I share the lessons I learned, in...

Today I'm talking with ADHD coach and Inbox2Notion founder Nathan In this conversation, I discussed how through trial and error I have worked to understand how my brain functions best and customize my productivity systems accordingly. We emphasized the importance of experimenting with different tools and methods to find what truly works for each individual, rather than trying to force someone else...