Do you want to work less, but be more productive? If so, this episode is for you!
In this episode April Roberts dives into the transformative power of productivity with productivity experts, Lauren Glynn & Kristin Swanson. Lauren brings her expertise in building processes and workflows to help business owners stay organized, while Kristen empowers her clients to take action on their soul-led goals and create consistent revenue streams.
They discuss practical strategies, from leveraging tools and automation to setting boundaries and focusing on high-leverage tasks. Whether you’re struggling with procrastination, resistance, or just feeling overwhelmed, this conversation offers actionable insights to help you thrive personally and professionally.
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Key Takeaways:
- The difference between resistance and procrastination—and how to address each.
- Why productivity is about focusing on needle-moving actions, not busyness.
- Practical tips for setting boundaries to protect your time, energy, and goals.
- How to create systems and workflows to simplify and streamline your work.
- The importance of consistent action and why small steps matter.
Mic Drop Moments:
“Productivity isn’t about being busy; it’s about focusing on the needle-moving actions that truly make a difference.” – April Roberts
“Resistance often shows up when you’re on the verge of something big. It’s just discomfort, and you can move through it.” – Kristen Swanson
“Boundaries aren’t just for you; they’re also for protecting your ability to show up fully for the people and clients who need you most.” – Lauren Glynn
“If you know the desired outcome, you can reverse engineer the steps to get there. Start small, stay consistent, and the rest will follow.” – Kristen Swanson
“Systems don’t have to be overwhelming. They’re tools to protect your time, energy, and vision so you can show up as your best self.” – Lauren Glynn
Who are Lauren Glynn and Kristen Swanson?
Using her experience from working with Fortune 500 companies and the federal government, Lauren Glynn helps online business owners get organized and productive by creating processes that help them manage their time, even with having everything on their plate. With Lauren’s guidance, they can focus on what truly creates value, ease the overwhelm, and build a business that supports the life they want. Her clients gain the clarity and control they need to confidently grow their business without feeling stretched too thin.
Kristin Swanson is a coach and consultant who helps entrepreneurs create consistent revenue by expanding their reach. She teaches clients how to find the time, energy and focus to work on what matters most in their business. As a cancer survivor, Kristin learned the importance of getting out of one’s own way and how to stop waiting until “someday” to make a unique impact. Realizing deeply that “you only live once,” she has gained perspective, tools and strategies to overcome the illusions fear instills in us. Kristin teaches founders how to listen to their souls calling and take action while overcoming mindset blocks to touch a broader audience and increase their revenue. Kristin received Co-Active Coaches Institute training, a BA in business, and has two decades of business leadership, strategy & operations experience.
Resources:
Trello – A visual project management tool for organizing tasks and workflows.
Asana – A task and project management software used to track goals and responsibilities.
Notion – An all-in-one workspace for notes, databases, and project management.
ChatGPT – Used as a tool to inspire and overcome creative blocks for tasks like writing social media posts.
Connect with Kristin:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/kristin_swanson_
Website: https://www.kristinswansonconsulting.com
Overcoming Overwhelm Cheatsheet: https://ksconsulting.simplero.com/page/569261
Connect with Lauren:
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@laurengconsulting
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4ZDmg2afyZODtkmnPBNu6g
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurengconsulting/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenglynn/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BLzLX88VOqWJY5gUZ7apV?si=TXg0eCvRR9-1oBsl_j79aw
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