Mindful Productivity Podcast

Ever wonder exactly how much it costs to run a podcast, how much people spend on stock photos, membership sites, web services, and courses to run their online business?Well, today is the day I tell you!Join me for a conversational episode this week where I share:My biggest business milestone in 2020Best selling products, courses, and journal salesHow many transactions I sold in my business and my average order valueThe 4 top investments I made in my business, a mini-review, and which ones brought me the biggest ROIAn overview breakdown of some of my standard monthly and annual expensesWhat I invested in last year that will allow me to cut my business expenses in half in Quarter 2 of the new yearDon't forget! Doors to Publish with Purpose will open up on January 18th through January 29th! This is your chance to join the program that will show you how to create, format, and self-publish your own journal or planner on Amazon in 60 Days or Less! Get on the waitlist to be notified here! Get on the VIP List fo

What a year it’s been. It’s been different for all of us yet we’ve also shared in a collective experience of grief, uncertainty, and difficult times.For the last episode of 2020, I want to take some time to share a handful of helpful resources with you to recap your year. While this may not be the year you want to remember, it can be helpful and healing to reflect back on how you’ve grown, what you’ve learned, and how you might want the year ahead to look different.I’m also sharing what I was able to create in my business this past year and how I plan to schedule out chunks of time for my goals moving forward.Find the episode show notes over at http://mindfulproductivityblog.com/podcasts-by-episode/140Come say hi on Instagram @mindfulproductivityblogGet on the waitlist for our next round of Publish with Purpose and let's create your journal or planner!Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Jeremiah Timmons is a coach who helps writers foster repeatable processes to achieve their productivity goals. He got his start at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Ga, and recently moved to LA where he worked at HBO. He also runs the Thriving Scribe, where he helps writers craft their inner narrative to reflect their best self.Tune into this episode to hear:How to use a Beat Sheet to break down your writing projectsThe three components of FAS that often stall us from taking actionWhat Power Triggers are and how to use themThe importance of contributing to your own narrative and what it looks likeWhere productivity hacks miss the mark Learn more about Jeremiah at TheThrivingScribe.comFind more resources at MindfulProductivityBlog.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

When was the last time you took a minute to be present and gain some clarity for your day ahead? If you've been feeling overwhelmed and want some guidance, this episode is for you!In this 20-minute episode I'll guide you through one of my favorite brain dump processes that allows me to be both mindful and focused throughout the day.This is an interactive episode meaning it's best if you can participate. Grab a blank notebook or your own copy of the Daily Productivity & Brain Dump Book (available in both hard copy and digital for your tablet) and let's get into it!If you like the sound of this episode, wait until I open doors to Pretty Productive Life™ - you're going to LOVE what I have in store for you. Join the waitlist at https://www.mindfulproductivityblog.com/waitlist Come say hi and tag me on Instagram @mindfulproductivityblog - I'd love to know that you're listening and reshare your post! Thanks for being here!SarahSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSte

What if instead of trying to do more, we set intentions for how we wanted to be? What if trying to be more, we discovered and honored what was enough for how we already are? In this week’s episode, Kelly Covert joins the show to talk to us about honoring your enoughness, sinking into your worthiness, developing kinder habits, and sharing more about her new Enoughness Planner.Here’s more about Kelly…Kelly Covert is an inner voice coach with a passion for helping women live a fulfilling life of purpose by connecting deeply with the wisdom that is inside of them all while owning their worthiness. Through her intuitive, heart-centered coaching she helps women step into their inspired potential, own their imperfections with grace, cultivate their own enoughness, and embody their innate worthiness each and every day.She is the creator and host of In Her Voice, a podcast for women who feel called to more - to lead, to create, to dream and to change the world. She is the author of The Enoughness Planner, and her work

Stress is a natural, human response to uncertain and overwhelming stimuli but managing it can often feel overwhelming. In this episode, we'll explore where stress comes from, how you can identify the kind of stress you're experiencing, where you may feel it in your body, and how to begin to create practices around managing your stress for improved mental health and wellbeing.We all know stress management is important but if you need the reminder to take some extra care of yourself today, this episode is for you.Black Friday Deals are happening now through December 1st, 2020! Find out more by visiting MindfulProductivityBlog.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Today I want to share with you some of the things I've been doing to take care of myself. Hopefully, they will inspire and resonate with you, too. Tune in to hear:How I finally was able to move past my blocks around decluttering my office space (and the steps my husband walked me through to make the change)How I've been redefining a "typical" workday as an online entrepreneur and what I realized about self-imposed rulesSome of the ways we can cultivate more micro joys throughout the dayA reminder of what it means to be present and love the shit out of yourselfGrab the new Mindful Productivity GuideCome say hi on InstagramFind all resources and episodes at MindfulProductivityBlog.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

The ✨NEW ✨ Planner is here!The Mindful Productivity Guide: An Undated Planner For Focus & Intention is now available for purchase on Amazon!In today’s episode, I share some juicy info including:Why it’s important to know where people stand that you might be collaborating withA reminder of where I stand Why I decided to update the planner NOW and not later along with handling one of my biggest business nightmares coming trueA page-by-page walkthrough of the Mindful Productivity Guide, how to use it, and how to get the most out of itSay hi on Instagram @MindfulproductivityblogSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

We've all done the thing where we buy a brand new planner, fill it out with all the dates, our goals & when we'll do them.... and then the ball gets rolling and things suddenly don't seem as realistic as we had hoped. This week we'll be talking about how to effectively plan without over-planning yourself into a place that gets you nowhere.Come say hi and make sure to tag me on Instagram so I know you're listening to the show! @SarahStecklerFind more resources to help you live a mindfully productive life over on SarahSteckler.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

This episode is for the ones that have a hard time resting, taking breaks, and not feeling guilty when they aren't working on their business. If this is you, I highly recommend you listen to this episode. Because NOT working is important. What I'm sharing in this week's episode:Questions to ask yourself before your next day off so you get the most out of itA few things I do on my weekends and days off to get rid of the "the-day-is-already-halfway-over-omg-now-what" weird awkward guilt feelingA big aha moment I had from working on a puzzle recentlyMore gems that will leave you feeling like "wow Sarah's podcast is legitness"Come say hi and tag me on Instagram @mindfulproductivity blog so I know you're an awesome listenerFind more resources, planners, and other helpful productivity things on the website at MindfulProductivityBlog.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Let's talk about getting Back to Basics in your life and business. In this week's episode I'm talking about:

You don't have to do more, you actually just need to do less more consistently and more effectively! Let's talk about the power of doing LESS and giving yourself permission to stop piling endless shit on your plate.These mindsets can make all the difference!Join me for a LIVE Round of Organize Your Overwhelm where you'll learn how to organize your creative ideas and create an energy promoting schedule around your work.Full details at https://www.mindfulproductivityblog.com/oyoCome say hi on Instagram! I'd love to hear from you and hear that you're listening to the show! Take a screenshot and tag me @mindfulproductivityblogFind more resources, courses, and journals at MindfulProductivityBlog.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Let's talk about how to achieve your goals (without) going outside of your comfort zone. Yes, friends, cozy goals are a thing and I'm embracing them this year! I'll also be sharing a plethora of business experiments I've been trying (and am about to try) with launching, running programs, and managing my mental energy.It's a good one and you'll feel like we're having a convo like two friends social-distancing at a coffee shop (with avo toast, good god I miss restaurants).Join me for a LIVE Round of Organize Your Overwhelm:⭐️ We'll go through course materials together (accountability)⭐️ Setup your Google Calendar⭐️ Work on your Time Blocking and Theme Days⭐️ And Map Out Your next Focus Project!Find all of the details here!-----Find the show notes from this podcast episode hereCome say hi and tag me on Instagram @mindfulproductivityblog Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

It seems like these days it's all about claiming your goals, what you want to do in life, who you want to be, but what happens when you take action on those things you thought you wanted only to find out that you... don't?Today we are going to explore the power of the pivot.... or why it's not only okay to change your mind but also vital if you want to live a life filled with joy on your own termsKeep listening to hear: How we've been trained to commit to even the smallest of thingsEmbracing the fluidity of your desires and decisions How society pressures us to "never give up" even when quitting is the best thing you can do How to tell if you're in a Responsive vs. Reactive decision-making headspace How to let go of how other people respond to your choices Learn how to create, format, and self-publish your journal or planner on Amazon in 60 Days or Less! Our next LIVE Round of Publish with Purpose Starts on September 28th! Full details here --->Come say hi on Instagram @m

In today's episode, we'll explore overwhelm, how it happens, and how you can begin to release it so you can move forward with clarity.Tune in to hear:What overwhelm really is and how to avoid itHow to move through overwhelm by creating clarity around your goals and breaking down projects into target tasksThe overwhelm mindset you may be secretly carrying5 questions you can ask yourself to create action and momentum from overwhelmLearn How to Publish Your Own Journal or Planner on Amazon! Our next Live Round of Publish with Purpose kicks off on September 28th. Click here to find all of the details and come join us!Find more resources, show notes, and learn more about how you can work with me over at https://www.mindfulproductivityblog.com/Come say hi on Instagram @mindfulproductivityblogSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Often enough we tell ourselves "if I just had more time, I could get everything done” - well, what if you actually made LESS time?What would it be like to make the new goal just ONE HOUR of productivity a day - how much could you get done? What would change? How would you honor that time?In this episode, we'll be exploring what ONE HOUR of productivity can do for you, your week, and your next month, and how you can structure it to optimize your outcomes.Find the show notes for this week's episode right here.Grab your copy of the Daily Productivity & Brain Dump BookLearn how to self-publish your own journal or planner.Find more resources, courses, and journals over at MindfulProductivityBlog.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

What if you took the next week to do all the things you don't want to do and did them anyway? That's exactly what I've spent the last week doing and I'm here to share what happened, what I learned, and provide you with some inspiration around taking back control of your daily life.Take this podcast episode up a notch by enrolling in the Self-Care Action Plan to get your days rolling and get access to my framework with the 4 phases of building out your daily life.Come say hi on Instagram and let me know what you thought of the show @mindfulproductivityblogGrab the Mindful Productivity Planner or the Daily Productivity & Brain Dump BookCheck out the website for all resources, courses, and info on working with me at MindfulProductivityBlog.comSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

There are moments in every stage and chapter of life and business where you go, "wait... what do I REALLY want to be doing here?"Is right now one of those moments for you?Let's talk about how to identify disruptors in your life that might be leading you away from your own clarity and how you can begin to take your power back.Find more resources, planners, courses, and programs by visiting MindfulProductivityBlog.comProduce Your Own PodcastSelf-Publish Your Own PlannerGet the Energy Driver Habit TrackerCome say hi on Instagram @mindfulproductivityblogxoxoSarahSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and scattered lately this episode is for you! Sometimes we just need a few simple reminders to get us back on track and remember who we are and how capable we truly can be! Keep listening and we'll go through 6 powerful mindset reminders you can use today!Find the episode show notes by visiting the show notes page here.Want to Self-Publish your own journal, planner, or workbook? Sign up for my FREE Self-Publishing Masterclass where you'll learn:The top 3 things you need to do to make your journal stand out onlineWhat you need to AVOID if you want to make consistent sales (and profit) with your journalsWhat I’ve learned (and the pros and cons) of going through a traditional publisher vs. self-publishing The two main drivers of journal sales (if you don’t have these, you won’t have journal sales)Student success stories and journal ideas to inspire you!A behind-the-scenes look at my exact numbers and journal sales and how I made them consistently (and wha

What if you decided to let go of how you've always done things or how you've done them before and instead, took a moment to examine how you might NEED things to be done now. You're a whole different human. This is a whole different world. Things come in seasons and so do your goals, how you achieve them, and what will inspire you to get there.In this week's episode, we're exploring what it means to examine the seasons of your life, the seasons of what you find inspirational, and the seasons of the types of connections you need. We will, of course, be going on necessary tangents and I'll be giving you a lot to chew on this week.Let's dive into the good stuff!Things mentioned during the show:Better Business Budget SystemBetter Business Budget BookPlanner Publishing MasterclassPodcast Episode on DepressionCome say hi and tag me on Instagram @mindfulproductivityblog - I'd love to know you're listening to the show! xoxoSarahSend us a textFind more resources over at Sara