Mindful Productivity Podcast

In this episode, we explore a critical mindset shift that transforms how you set and reach goals in both life and business. Moving away from a "reactive cycle," we discuss how to transition from chasing fleeting trends and software updates to building a foundation of core competencies and critical thinking skills.Whether you are looking to regain your self-efficacy, start a new fitness routine, or "future-proof" your digital products, this episode emphasizes the power of experimentation and taking action over perfectionism.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why "getting in the water" matters more than having the perfect plan.The danger of building a business solely on moving parts and external tools.How to create value that translates across different platforms and time.Strategies for generating energy and taking back control of your daily schedule.My personal goals for the season, from mindful movement to backend business organization.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at Sarah

If you’ve been feeling a sense of hesitation around boarding the AI train, this conversational episode is for you. I explore the difference between AI marketing and reality of what LLMs can actually do, the recent Claude code leak that explains a lot, what we give away when we run to ChatBots for answers, and why protecting your human voice is the most radical (and productive) thing you can do for your business right now.This will likely ruffle some feathers.Let me know what you think about AI after you listen to this episode.Send us Fan MailFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comGet Organized in your business. Watch the free Get Organized with Google Workspace training here.Learn how to publish your own planner this year. Sign up for Planner Publishing 101.Want something more tangible? Sign up for The Mindful Moment, my monthly mini physical newspaper sent via snail mail. 

I finally did something I’ve been wanting to do for years: I burned it all to the ground and I deleted everything. In this episode, I’m sharing what finally led me to delete not only my personal social media accounts but all of my business ones as well. I’m flying solo now without the use of social media in my business, and honestly, it feels better than ever.In this conversation, I’m opening up about:My Breaking Point: How I noticed my brain was depleted, my energy was low, and my creative capacity was shrinking because of the "swirling vortex" of my phone.The Addiction: Why willpower wasn't enough to stop a habit that saw my screen time hitting 8 to 10 hours a day.How I Untangled My Business: The steps I took to disconnect Facebook logins from apps like Canva, request my data, and manually archive my Instagram highlights.Marketing Without the Apps: Why I’m focusing on long-form content and SEO, especially since 85% of my students already find me through search.The Mental Health Shift: How tha

Feeling scattered no matter how many productivity apps you try? In this episode, I share why pen and paper might be the most powerful tool in your workflow, especially if you're neurodivergent, a deep thinker, or just tired of digital clutter.

Feeling low on energy but still want to move your business forward? Tune into this episode where we'll dive into:How to identify your low energy patterns (and why that matters)Practical ways to prep your life and business ahead of time for slower daysA list of low-lift business tasks you can do without burning outWhy low energy days can actually be your creative superpowerSimple mindset shifts to stop judging yourself and start working with your energy, not against itLinks Mentioned:Daily Productivity & Brain Dump BookEnergy Driver Habit TrackerCozy Creatives NewsletterSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

This week we're chatting all about navigating AI as a creative and why paper planning matters more than ever. Tune in to hear more on:Why paper planners are more essential than ever in our tech-saturated worldHow writing things down boosts creativity, clarity, and mental well-beingThe surprising ways AI is reshaping our habits and what to do about itReal talk on digital overwhelm, constant notifications, and reclaiming your focusThe brain science behind pen-and-paper planning and how it supports deeper thinkingA refreshing hybrid approach to planning that blends analog joy with digital easeSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Join me for a cozy coffee chat about business updates, plans, adapting to change, and what's in the works. Links Mentioned:Sign up for the Cozy Creatives NewsletterDigital Product Shop Program (aff link)Daily Productivity & Brain Dump BookShine Sticker StudioSign up for the Get Started with Google Workspace WorkshopSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

After struggling for far too long, I decided it was finally time to switch things up in the backend of my business. Tune into this episode to hear:What wasn't working for getting things done in my businessCommon annoyances with Notion and why I ended up ditching it for task managementWhy I no longer care what my workspace looks likeThe simplified way I am tracking tasks nowWhy I'm loving Google Workspace and a peak into my productivity setupHow I love to use Google Calendar, Google Drive, Tasks, and Google Meet to cut costs in my annual business expensesHow you can get my free training on Getting Started with Google Workspace in your business!Register for the Google Workspace Workshop here.Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

We often spend so much time thinking about things in our minds, ruminating, and even venting to friends and family about how we're feeling. But taking 30 minutes to do a structured self-check-in can do wonders and give you actionable steps to get out of a rut, to feel hopeful again, and to feel inspired. Keep listening, and I'll give you some tangible steps that you can take this week, and you can do right along with this podcast episode.Send us a text------Create your podcast with me during our Setup Sessions inside Pretty Simple Podcast. We start November 19th. Join me here --->Find more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Today I've got 6 simple ideas you can use to improve your weeks and bring back daily joy to your life. We often overcomplicate things when really, noticing the little things can bring us back to feeling excited about our lives all over again.Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

The state of the world is causing mass chronic stress in all of us. How do we still exist, do things, find joy, and continue on? In this episode I'm sharing the patterns I've been noticing in my own stress cycles and responses, what we can do, decisions we can make, and the reminders you need to remember that we are not done yet. There is still hope for our future.Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Today I'm sharing 7 things I've done recently that have influenced my mindset, joy, and overall life outlook. I hope they inspire you, too!Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

It’s a new year I’ve decided that I need a lot more structure in my life. Today we’ll be going over what’s working for me with my evening routine, how I decided the structure of it all, and things I ask myself each night to make it work, including:Why I decided I needed an evening routineQuestions I asked myself to decide where to startDefining the chunk of my eveningHow to feel relaxed, restored, and ready for the day aheadThe breakdown of my current evening routine & what's workingI'd love to hear more about YOUR evening routine. Come say hi at let me know on Instagram @sarahstecklerSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

How do you choose your goals for the year ahead? In this episode we'll explore:Considering where your goals are coming from3 things you need to do before you commit to a goalGoals you should set first3 main types of goalsThe Get-Out-of-Goal-Free cardYour Goal SOB StoryGrab the Energy Driver Habit Tracker -->Take a look at the Simple Standard Project Productivity Book --->Listen to the Monthly Mini Goals episode here -->Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

What are the best ways to navigate weeks in your life and biz when it feels like EVERYTHING is hitting the fan all at once?!Well I've got some tips for you. In today's episode we'll be covering 5 areas of frustration and best practices for handling them. These include:Where to aim your fan when shit gets frustratingNavigating Tech Issues & my NO PANIC PolicyNavigating Conflict & examples of how I provide support for unhappy students (it happens to everyone)Navigating BoundariesNavigating Emotional Overwhelm with the state of the world at any given timeFind the show notes for this episode along with the full transcript right here -->Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Hello friends! Today I'm here to talk about all the important questions to ask yourself when it comes to making an investment in a bigger online course or program. You can also read this as a blog post over on the blog here.If you want to learn more about my favorite business program ever, you can learn more about WAIM Unlimited here and the TWO bonuses I'm offering for their Fall Enrollment. xoxoSarahSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Tired of feeling stuck, judged, and down on yourself? Yeah wtf, let’s change that! Today I’m sharing a list of “permission slips” to give yourself in your life and biz. We make too many rules for ourselves, destroying our happiness and progress all at once. Let’s carve a path forward that feels better!Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Life transitions can be a real struggle and it's not always easy when we don't know the timeline of things. Uncertainty, self-doubt, and despair can move in pretty quick.Today I'm talking all about transitions, what are they, why they are temporary, and most importantly how you can best navigate them and move forward.Send us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

Let's talk about Project Organization! If you're feeling overwhelmed this is a great episode to help you capture your ideas and get organized.I'll be sharing:How to capture and categorize project ideasProject categories and considerationsThe difference between passive and active projectsOngoing vs. one-off projectsHow I setup projects inside of NotionIdeas for surfacing, filtering, and sorting projectsMindset shifts that help tasks become less overwhelmingSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler

A vulnerable scattered episode on being human during stressful times, working through mental health struggles, and accepting where you are. I'm excited for the new year but I'm going to take my time as I enter this next chapter :)Come say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler - I'd love to know you listened to the show.Find more resources, episodes, and transcripts over at sarahsteckler.comGrab the ever popular Brain Dump Book on Amazon here -->Learn how you can publish your own planner with my free guide. xoxoSarahSend us a textFind more resources over at SarahSteckler.comCome say hi on Instagram @sarahsteckler