Does your brain ever feel like it’s holding 100 things at once? Things you need to do, remember, buy, schedule, decide, or tell someone about? None of them may be a big deal on their own, but together, they can make life feel chaotic.

In this episode, I’m sharing three simple systems that can instantly reduce some of that chaos without a fancy planner, complicated app, or elaborate productivity system.

The first is a capture system. Instead of expecting your brain to remember every idea, task, appointment, and random thought that pops up, you need one trusted place to put it. I’m sharing the simple system I just started using with Siri and an Apple Reminders list called “Capture,” plus how I’m exploring using AI to help process everything I capture.

The second system starts with a completely different way of looking at overwhelm: overwhelm is an organizing signal. Instead of letting “I don’t know where to start” stop you, you can use the same organizing skills you’d use on a cluttered closet to organize a project, your calendar, a decision, or everything swirling around in your head.

Finally, we’ll talk about reset systems. Your home doesn’t stay organized because you organize it once. Life happens. Things come out, mail comes in, dishes get used, and clutter starts accumulating again. A simple reset gives you a way to return a high-chaos area to baseline before the mess compounds.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why your brain shouldn’t be your storage system

• How to create one simple place to capture tasks, ideas, and things you need to remember

• The Siri capture system I’m testing in my own life

• How AI can help you process mental clutter instead of adding more complexity

• Why overwhelm can become your cue to organize instead of your cue to shut down

• How to “declutter” a project, decision, calendar, or overwhelming situation

• How to identify the places where chaos repeatedly builds in your life

• Why a reset doesn’t mean cleaning your entire house

• How to create a tiny reset you’ll actually use

The three systems are simple: Capture. Clear. Reset.

Being organized doesn’t mean eliminating chaos from your life. It means knowing how to create order when and where you need it.

Start with one system. Make it easy enough that you’ll actually use it. Then notice how much lighter life feels when your brain no longer has to hold everything at once.

What do you really want? And what if you’re not even sure how to answer that question?

In this episode, I’m talking with money manifestation coach Jamie Berman about what manifestation actually means and how it can help us create more of what we want from abundance in our businesses and lives to becoming a more organized version of ourselves.

Jamie shares how she went from being terrified of being seen and speaking in front of people to building a successful coaching business, and why learning to trust herself played such a big role in that transformation. We also talk about her decision to walk away from a successful niche when it no longer felt like the work she wanted to do.

We get into manifestation from a faith perspective, including Jamie’s belief that it can be about partnering with God rather than trying to control everything ourselves. She explains why getting clear on what you want matters, how visualization and vision boards can help, and why taking action and surrendering the outcome can exist together.

We also talk about what happens when you’re genuinely content with your life and don’t know what you want next. Jamie shares some really good questions for uncovering desires that have nothing to do with getting a bigger house, a nicer car, or more stuff.

And, of course, I ask her how all of this applies to getting organized. If you’ve spent years believing, “I’m just not an organized person,” what would happen if you started seeing yourself as someone who could become organized and began practicing being her?

In this episode, we talk about:

• What manifestation actually means and how Jamie approaches it through faith
• Getting clear on what you really want
• Being content with your life while still allowing yourself to desire more
• Using vision boards, visualization, journaling, and other practices
• How your beliefs and identity influence what you create
• Becoming the person you want to be before you fully believe you’re her
• Taking action without needing to know exactly how everything will happen
• Trusting yourself when you feel called to make a change
• Surrendering the outcome instead of trying to control it

If you’ve been thinking about what you want in this next season or wondering whether you’re even allowed to want something more when your life is already good, I think you’ll love this conversation.

You’ve decluttered. You’ve created systems. You actually know how to organize. So why can one pile of papers on the counter make you feel like you’re a complete mess?

There’s a big difference between being disorganized and feeling disorganized. And what’s happening around you doesn’t have to become evidence of who you are.

In this episode, I share a recent coaching example of a client who came to our call feeling like a “hot mess,” even though she’s actually very organized. What she really had were open loops. Once we identified what needed to happen and when she was going to do it, nothing had actually been completed—but she felt completely different.

That’s because feeling organized isn’t about the absence of disorder. It’s about your relationship to the disorder that’s currently there.

We’ll talk about why “I’m a mess” feels so different from “These papers need decisions,” how our old 10-second scripts become well-worn paths in our brains, and why getting rid of more stuff may never make you feel organized if your definition of organized is “nothing left to organize.”

You’ll also hear two simple analogies—being a good cook and rerouting while driving—that will help you rethink what it actually means to be organized.

An organized person is someone who knows how to create order when and where she needs it.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why feeling disorganized is different from being disorganized
• How open loops contribute to overwhelm
• Why a pile of papers doesn’t determine whether you’re organized
• How to replace judgment with thoughts that point you toward action
• Why your definition of “organized” may be impossible to achieve
• Why getting rid of more stuff won’t necessarily make you feel organized
• How to start collecting evidence that you already know how to create order
• Why getting back on track is evidence that you’re organized—not evidence that you failed

Instead of asking, “What still needs to be organized?” start noticing where you already demonstrate the skill of creating order.

You may already possess the skill you’ve been waiting for your house to prove you have.

Decluttering is NOT about the stuff.

In this episode, I’m talking with professional organizer and Declutter Hub cofounder Lesley Spellman about what’s really happening underneath our clutter. We explore the emotions that can make letting go difficult, including guilt, aspiration, and the stories we attach to our belongings.

Lesley shares three key ingredients for decluttering success: kindness toward yourself, having a meaningful goal for your home, and being realistic about your space, energy, and season of life. We also talk about why starting somewhere easier can help you build your “decluttering muscle” before tackling the sentimental stuff.

Plus, we take a peek behind the scenes of The Declutter Hub to hear how Lesley and Ingrid organize their own business using Asana, SOPs, and simple systems that have evolved over time.

If you’ve ever wondered why you know you want to declutter but still have such a hard time letting things go, this conversation will help you understand what may really be keeping you stuck.

Learn more and join us at the ELEVATE retreat on 10/17/26: https://simplysquaredaway.com/elevate

What’s keeping you from getting organized?

You may think you need more time, better systems, or more motivation. But often, there are two gaps between where you are now and where you want to be: a skill gap and a mindset gap.

In this episode, I break down both and show you how the SPACE Method helps you practice the skills of organizing, while your thoughts, beliefs, and identity can either move you forward or keep you stuck.

I also share a lesson I learned while cross-stitching a Christmas stocking and why organizing isn’t just about reaching the finished result. It’s about who you become in the process.

Plus, you’ll learn how to start building a “bank of evidence” with every small win so you can prove to yourself that becoming an organized person really is possible for you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The two gaps that may be keeping you from getting organized
• Why organizing is a skill you can learn and practice
• How perfectionism and your thoughts can keep you stuck
• Why becoming organized is about more than your stuff
• How to build a bank of evidence that you ARE becoming an organized person

If Point B is an organized home and a more organized you, you don’t have to wait until you arrive to feel successful. Start noticing the evidence that you’re already on your way and build your bank of evidence!

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Have you ever thought, “I KNOW what to do. Why am I not doing it?”

Maybe you know you need to organize your office, clean up your files, work on your business, or take better care of yourself. But knowing and doing are two very different things.

In this episode, I’m talking with Samantha Hawley, host of the Beyond Awareness podcast, about what’s really happening when we know what to do but still aren’t doing it.

Samantha shares how our beliefs can keep us stuck and why more discipline isn’t always the answer. We also talk about journaling, all-or-nothing thinking, and her five prompts for moving from awareness to action.

You’ll learn:

• Why knowing what to do isn’t enough
• What your procrastination might be protecting you from
• How all-or-nothing thinking keeps you stuck
• Samantha’s five prompts: Awareness, Meaning, Curiosity, Clarity, and Action
• Why doing a little bit still counts
• How journaling can help you uncover what’s really going on

Get Samantha's free "Calm Mind Blueprint" here: https://www.samanthapenkoff.com/calm-mind

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What do you want next?

Maybe you have a big dream you’ve been thinking about for years. Maybe there’s one area of your life you know you want to change. Or maybe you’re in a season where you honestly have no idea what you want next.

In this episode, I’m joined by two of my best friends, Laurie Shopland and Kristin Dabney, for a conversation about dreams, goals, trusting yourself, and what it actually takes to create something you want in your life.

And we have a BIG announcement!

We’re hosting ELEVATE, a one-day retreat for women on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Kristin’s beautiful lake home in Lynchburg, Virginia.

There are only 20 spots, and registration is now open.

Get all the details and register here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/elevate

The three of us met during our coach certification and have been meeting together regularly since 2018. We’ve walked through business growth, personal challenges, big decisions, changing seasons, and a lot of dreams together.

One of those early dreams was building a $100K business. At the time, it felt almost impossible. Today, all three of us have crossed that line, and we talk about what surprised us about reaching that goal, including why achieving the goal doesn’t necessarily create the feeling you thought it would.

We also talk about another dream we’ve had for years: hosting a retreat together.

This year, we finally stopped talking about it and put a date on the calendar.

But as our conversation unfolds, we realize that “dream” might not even be the right word for what we’re talking about.

Elevating your life doesn’t have to mean climbing Mount Everest, building a six-figure business, giving a TEDx talk, or making some enormous life change.

It might mean having a conversation you’ve been avoiding.

It might mean changing careers, asking for a raise, focusing on your health, improving a relationship, starting a business, organizing your kitchen, or finally giving yourself space to figure out what you want.

And sometimes the first step is simply trusting that the thing that keeps coming up in your heart is worth paying attention to.

• What we remember about dreaming of becoming $100K business owners
• Why reaching a goal doesn’t automatically make you feel the way you expected
• What we’ve learned about pursuing goals without all the hustle
• Why some dreams stay with you even when the timing isn’t right
• What finally moved our retreat from “someday” to an actual date on the calendar
• Why your dream doesn’t have to be big to matter
• How to trust yourself when something keeps nudging you
• What to do when you don’t know what you want
• The value of getting out of your normal environment and giving yourself space to think
• Why community and coaching can help you see possibilities you can’t always see on your own
• Everything we’re planning for ELEVATE!

ELEVATE is a one-day experience designed to give you the space to step back, look at your life, and decide what you want to elevate next.

You’ll complete a life reflection, choose the ONE area that would make the biggest difference in your life right now, receive coaching and support, and leave with a framework and plan you can use again and again.

You’ll also have time to reflect, walk by the lake, journal, connect with other women, enjoy beautiful food and surroundings, and let someone else take care of YOU for the day.

ELEVATE Saturday, October 17, 2026 9:30 AM–4:00 PM ET Lynchburg, Virginia $297 Only 20 women (now only 18; 2 spots sold immediately, and the others will go fast!)

Registration closes October 5 or when all 20 spots are filled.

Register at simplysquaredaway.com/elevate

You don’t need a big dream to come.

You might come because you already know exactly what you want to elevate.

You might come because something in your life feels unsettled and you need space to think.

You might come because you’re ready for connection, coaching, inspiration, or simply a beautiful day away.

And you might come because you have absolutely no idea what you want next.

You don’t have to have a dream to come to ELEVATE. You might come to discover one.

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What if the biggest difference between you and an organized woman isn’t how much stuff she owns or how naturally organized she is?

What if she simply believes being organized is possible for her?

In this episode, I’m sharing the secret I think organized women know about decluttering and why that belief changes everything about the way you approach your stuff.

When you doubt that you’ll ever really be organized, every unfinished project, difficult decision, or cluttered room can become more evidence that you’re “just not an organized person.” You start, stop, question yourself, get overwhelmed, and eventually give up.

But organization is a skill you can learn and practice. You don’t have to organize your whole house to be organized. Every time you make a decision, declutter for 15 minutes, assign something a home, reset a space, or resume after stopping, you’re practicing being an organized person.

We’ll also talk about another powerful shift: decluttering from your life forward instead of from your stuff backward.

Instead of picking up an item and asking, “Should I get rid of this?” try getting clear about the life you want to live, the season you’re in, and who you’re becoming. Then ask, “Does this deserve space in that life?”

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why believing organization is possible for you matters
• How decluttering actually helps you become more organized
• Why decluttering is really a decision-making practice
• How fear, scarcity, memories, and regret make decisions harder
• Why your current season of life can help you decide what stays
• How your future identity can become a decluttering filter
• The difference between stuff that supports your identity and stuff that simply proves your identity
• Why you don’t have to finish an entire project for your organizing efforts to count
• How to use 15 minutes to get clear on what you want your home and life to support

I also share the story of my client Cheryl, who had to declutter to move into her dream retirement home. The payoff wasn’t simply having less stuff. It was having a home she loves, a guest room her grandkids can actually use, and the freedom to enjoy this season of her life.

As you listen, consider these questions:

What am I making room for?

Who am I choosing to be in this season?

Does this support the life I want to live?

You don’t need to wait until your whole house is organized to become an organized person.

You become her while you practice.

One decision, one space, and one 15-minute session at a time. Get the 15-Minute Declutter Challenge here.

What if decluttering didn’t start with deciding what to get rid of?

What if, instead, you could simply experience your home with less stuff and THEN decide what deserves to come back?

In this episode, I’m talking with Myquillyn Smith, also known as The Nester, about her new book, House Hushing, and I absolutely love her approach to creating a peaceful home without feeling like you have to become a hardcore minimalist.

Myquillyn describes all the things in our homes as having a little “voice.” Over time, those voices add up. The books, plants, projects, pillows, dog toys, decor, papers, and all the other stuff sitting around can turn what was once a lovely melody into a visual roar.

And sometimes you don’t even realize how loud it has gotten until you experience your space without it.

That’s where House Hushing comes in.

Myquillyn walks us through her brilliant concept of “backwards decluttering.” Instead of picking up every single item and immediately deciding whether to keep it, donate it, move it, or throw it away, you temporarily remove all the visible surface items from a room. Then you live with the quieter space for 24 to 48 hours before intentionally choosing what comes back.

No giant pile of permanent decisions required.

We also talk about cozy minimalism and the idea that you don’t have to choose between a peaceful home and a home that feels warm, beautiful, and full of personality.

If traditional decluttering has felt overwhelming, or you’re craving a home that feels a little calmer, you’re going to want to try this.

What You’ll Learn:

• What House Hushing is and how it turns down the “visual volume” in your home
• Why Myquillyn considers herself a cozy minimalist and what that actually means
• How to use "backwards decluttering" when you’re overwhelmed by making decisions
• Why temporarily removing things can help you experience your home completely differently
• How to experiment with less before deciding what to permanently let go of
• How to become protective of the peace you create in your home

Have you ever wondered if ADHD could explain more than you think? Maybe you've always considered yourself disorganized, overwhelmed, or someone who just couldn't seem to "get it together." What if there was more to the story?

In this episode, I'm joined by ADHD coach Andrea Morton for an eye-opening conversation about what ADHD really looks like in women. Andrea wasn't diagnosed until she was 48, while one of her children was going through the diagnostic process. That one discovery completely changed how she understood herself, her past, and the way she now supports other women.

Andrea shares both her personal story and her professional expertise as we talk about why so many women go undiagnosed for years, how ADHD presents differently in women than in men, and why understanding your brain can replace years of self-criticism with self-compassion.

Whether you've been diagnosed with ADHD, suspect you might have it, are raising a neurodivergent child, or coach clients who struggle with organization and follow-through, this conversation will leave you with a whole new perspective.

• Why so many women don't receive an ADHD diagnosis until adulthood.
• The common signs of ADHD in women that are often overlooked.
• How hyperfocus, procrastination, and rumination can all be connected and can look differently than you might think. 
• What rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) is and why it can affect relationships and confidence.
• Why understanding your brain leads to more self-compassion instead of self-judgment.
• Practical ways to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting against it.
• How ADHD impacts organization, prioritization, and running a business.

Words matter.

Have you ever felt like you "blew it" because you missed a few days of your routine?

Maybe your house got messy again. You stopped exercising. Your planner hasn't been opened in weeks. Your business routines slipped, or your quiet time in the morning has been inconsistent.

What if you didn't need to restart?

What if you simply needed to resume?

In this episode, Tracy shares a mindset shift that can completely change the way you think about consistency. Inspired by an article from The Optimized Pastor ("Don't Restart, Do This Instead"), shared by a former client, Jason,  she explains why the word resume is far more empowering than restart.

You'll learn 10 practical strategies to help you return to the habits and routines that matter—without guilt, shame, or waiting for the "perfect" time.

If you've ever felt like you've fallen behind, this episode is your reminder that organized people aren't people who never get off track. They're people who know how to resume...over and over.

• Why "resume" is a more powerful word than "restart"
• How waiting for Monday, January, or the perfect moment keeps you stuck
• The role shame plays in keeping you from moving forward
• How to build an organized identity through evidence instead of perfection
• Why reconnecting with your "why" makes consistency easier
• How curiosity can replace guilt after you've "fallen off track"

Consistency isn't about never stopping.

It's about shortening the amount of time between when you stop and when you resume.

The people who seem the most consistent aren't perfect; they've simply become really good at coming back.

Have you ever looked around your home and wondered, "How did we end up with so much stuff?" Or maybe you've organized the same drawer, closet, or office over and over, only to feel overwhelmed again a few weeks later.

If you've ever thought minimalism wasn't for you because you pictured empty white rooms, getting rid of everything you own, or living with only 33 items in your closet, this episode might completely change your perspective.

Today I'm joined by Stephanie Seferian, host of the Sustainable Minimalist Podcast. Stephanie discovered minimalism after becoming a mom and realizing she was spending all of her free time cleaning, organizing, and managing stuff instead of actually enjoying her life. Since then, she's helped thousands of people rethink what it means to live with less.

In our conversation, Stephanie shares why minimalism isn't about deprivation. It's about intentionally creating more space for the things that matter most. We also talk about how this mindset shows up in business, the hidden stress that comes from consumerism, and why having less can actually give you so much more.

• What minimalism really means (and what it doesn't)
• Why owning less creates more freedom, peace, and mental space
• How becoming a parent completely changed Stephanie's perspective on stuff
• The surprising connection between minimalism, organization, and happiness
• How consumer culture keeps us buying things we don't actually need
• Why experiences and relationships matter more than possessions
• How Stephanie built a successful podcast around her passion for sustainable minimalism
• What happened when she chose to prioritize her mission over maximizing revenue
• Practical ways to begin embracing minimalism without becoming overwhelmed

How many times have you told yourself, "I just need to be more consistent"?

Whether it's working out, organizing your business, sending emails, meal planning, or finally sticking to that morning routine, most of us believe consistency means never missing a day. But what if that's the very belief that's keeping you stuck?

In this episode, I'm challenging the way we think about consistency. Because the truth is, consistent people aren't perfect. They don't never miss. They simply restart faster.

I'll share the mindset shift that completely changed the way I approach consistency, plus the four levers you can pull to make following through feel easier, even on the days you don't feel like it. If you've ever wondered why you can start strong but struggle to keep going, this episode is for you.

What You'll Learn:

• Why your definition of consistency might be setting you up to fail.
• The simple mindset shift that makes consistency feel attainable.
• Why restarting quickly matters more than never missing.
• The four keys that make it easier to stay consistent.
• Why willpower isn't enough (and what works better).
• How systems and habits help you keep showing up.
• Practical ways to stop relying on motivation and build momentum instead.

What if the reason you feel stuck isn't that you're lazy, unmotivated, or doing something wrong? What if you're simply out of flow?

This episode feels especially meaningful to me because Laurie Smith was last on the podcast back in Episode 105, when she was in the middle of writing the book we're talking about today. We worked together while she was writing, organizing her ideas, and creating space for this project to come to life. And now? She's back with her finished book, The Flow Habit.

Laurie has spent years studying, teaching, and experimenting with flow through her coaching, research, and her popular 28-Day Flow Challenges. In this conversation, we explore what flow actually is, why so many of us feel disconnected from it, and how finding your unique "flow formula" can help you experience more focus, creativity, joy, and momentum in your business and life.

We also dive into something I found fascinating: how understanding your own flow can actually help you get organized, stay motivated, and make even the tasks you normally avoid feel more manageable.

If you've ever thought, "That sounds great, but I'm just not someone who experiences flow," this episode might change your mind.

• What "flow" really means and why it's about much more than "going with the flow"
• How to identify your own unique formula for experiencing flow
• Why childhood memories can provide clues to your natural strengths and purpose
• The surprising connection between flow and organization
• How to use "flow motivators" to tackle tasks you normally avoid
• The four-step FEEL framework Laurie teaches to help create more flow in everyday life
• Why trying too hard to get into flow often prevents it
• How tiny moments of joy can create powerful shifts in your business and personal life
• Practical ways to make organizing feel easier, more meaningful, and even fun
• Why reconnecting with your own joy may be one of the most productive things you can do

Laurie Smith is an inspirational author, professional speaker, podcast host, and coach, and has worked in the fields of creativity and personal growth for more than 20 years. She is on a mission to spread the word about the transformational power of everyday flow, those experiences we have when we are so absorbed by what we are doing that we lose track of time. Laurie is the author of several books, including The Flow Habit, which was recently published by Hay House, an imprint of Penguin Random House. Since 2020, hundreds of people around the world have participated in Laurie’s free 28-Day Flow Challenge. Laurie is passionate about how flow can help us access our creative spark, uplift others, and help us make our dreams come true.

Website  |  Instagram  | LinkedIn  |  The Flow Habit Book  |  Podcast  |

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After helping people organize their homes for more than 18 years, I've learned that organizing isn't really about containers, labels, or finding the "perfect" place to start.

If I woke up tomorrow and my entire house was completely disorganized, I wouldn't begin by buying bins or heading to the Container Store.

I'd start somewhere completely different.

In this episode, I'm walking you through the exact process I would use to organize my home from scratch today, including:

• Why I wouldn't start with organizing at all
• How to decide what matters most in your current season of life
• The three questions I always ask when choosing where to begin
• Why success creates momentum
• What to expect when organizing temporarily makes your house look worse
• Why completing one space at a time builds confidence
• How to use the SPACE organizing method in every room
• Why organizing is a skill, not a personality trait
• How to treat each organizing project like a project manager
• The role accountability plays in finally following through

If you've ever wondered where to start organizing your home or why you struggle to stay organized, this episode will help you create a home that supports the life you actually want to live.

Is your office helping you get work done... or making everything harder?

When someone recently asked me if I had an episode specifically about organizing an office, I realized I had talked about pieces of it over the years, but never dedicated an entire episode to the topic. So I invited professional organizer Lisa Griffith to join me for a conversation about what actually matters when it comes to creating an organized workspace.

Lisa and I go way back to our early coaching days, and she brings such a refreshing perspective to organization. Instead of focusing on perfectly styled desks and Pinterest-worthy office setups, she challenges us to think about something much more important: Does your office support the way you actually work?

If you've ever felt guilty because your workspace doesn't look perfect, or you've spent time organizing only to find yourself right back in the same place, this episode will help you rethink what organization really means.

We talk about why function always comes before appearance, how to identify your natural work style, and why creating systems that fit you is far more important than creating a picture-perfect office.

What You'll Learn:

• Why Pinterest-perfect offices often create unrealistic expectations
• The difference between organizing for appearance and organizing for function
• The one question you should ask before organizing any space
• How to identify the work style that fits you best
• Why some people need things visible and others need them hidden
• Why more organizing isn't always the answer
• Practical ways to create an office that supports your productivity

Book your consult call with Tracy at: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments

What if getting organized isn't really about the stuff?

In this personal episode, Tracy shares lessons she's learning as she redecorates her home, declutters books, creates more space, and navigates a season of asking bigger questions about life and purpose.

What started as a home project became something much deeper. Through slowing down, making intentional decisions, and creating space, Tracy discovered that organizing can be a powerful tool for self-discovery, healing, and uncovering what's next.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why organizing sometimes takes longer than you expected
• How decluttering can reveal what matters most in your current season
• The connection between physical clutter, mental clutter, and creativity
• Why creating space can help you hear God's direction more clearly
• How organizing can be about becoming, not just doing
• The surprising lessons Tracy learned while redesigning her home

If you've ever felt like you're in a season of transition, wondering what's next, or feeling pulled toward something new but aren't quite sure what it is, this episode will encourage you to slow down and pay attention to what creating space might be revealing.

Because sometimes the greatest gift of organizing isn't what leaves your life.

It's what gets uncovered.

Book a consult call with Tracy here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments

Have you ever ended the day wondering why you didn't do the thing you fully intended to do?

You had a plan. You knew what needed to happen. Maybe it was hiring support, finishing a project, creating content, or finally making a decision you've been putting off. But somehow, your actions didn't align with your intentions.

If that sounds familiar, you're going to love this conversation.

Today I'm joined by Danielle McGeough, coach, professor, and creator of the Stuck Assessment. Danielle helps people uncover what's really keeping them stuck and teaches simple rituals that help them move forward.

In this episode, we dig into the hidden reasons we struggle to take action, even when we genuinely want to. We talk about the stories we tell ourselves, the habits that keep us looping in the same patterns, why high achievers often struggle when they're beginners again, and how small rituals can help us build trust with ourselves and finally move forward.

If you've been feeling frustrated because you know what to do but can't seem to get yourself to do it, this conversation will help you identify what's really going on and give you practical ways to start making progress.

• Why intentions and actions often don't match
• The different types of "stuck" and how to identify yours
• How self-sabotage can show up in your business
• Why high achievers struggle when they don't immediately know what they're doing
• The role perfectionism plays in keeping you stuck
• Why rebuilding trust with yourself matters
• Simple rituals that help bridge the gap between intention and action
• How greater self-awareness makes taking action easier
• Practical ways to start moving forward when you feel stuck

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Are you tired of wasting time searching for files on your computer?

You know the feeling. You're looking for a document you know exists, but all you can find are files named "Final," "Final Final," or "New Document." Before you know it, you've spent ten minutes clicking through folders and opening files trying to find the right one.

The problem isn't your memory. It's your file names.

In this episode, Tracy shares the simple file naming convention she uses and teaches her clients to help them find files faster, reduce duplicate documents, improve team collaboration, and create a more organized business. You'll learn why your computer search is only as good as your file names, when to use dates, how to track versions, and the five rules every Organized CEO should follow.

If you're ready to spend less time searching and more time doing meaningful work, this episode is for you.

• Why file naming conventions matter more than most people realize
• How poor file names create wasted time and frustration
• The mindset shift from organizing for today to organizing for future you
• Tracy's simple file naming formula
• When to use dates in file names and when to skip them
• Why version numbers are better than using "Final Final FINAL"
• How consistent file names help your team find what they need
• Five rules for creating a file naming convention that actually works
• A simple challenge to help you start improving your file organization today

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What if the reason your business feels so exhausting… has nothing to do with working harder?

My guest today, Vicky Countess, thought she just needed to “get better at tech.” But underneath the cluttered desktop, overflowing files, and piles of paper was something deeper: frustration, wasted time, and the constant feeling of never being able to find what she needed when she needed it.

Vicky first found me through a business program where I was teaching simple digital organization strategies. She downloaded my file organization cheat sheet, started making small changes, and eventually jumped into my Black Friday offer (the Organized CEO Intensive - get now for $250 off) because she was tired of feeling scattered in her business.

Her story is going to sound VERY familiar if you’ve ever spent 20 minutes searching for one file… only to realize you saved it in three different places. 😅

In this episode, Vicky shares what digital clutter was really costing her, why organization felt emotionally heavy, the simple systems that helped her finally feel calm and confident inside her business again, and the new niche that she's not only passionate about but also starting very organized.

We talk about:

• Why being “bad at tech” usually isn’t the real problem
• The emotional weight of digital clutter and constant frustration
• How simple file organization can save hours every week
• The bookmark bar system that immediately made business easier
• How small changes can create huge relief in your day-to-day work
• What finally pushed Vicky to ask for help

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If I had to start my business over from scratch today, I would do a LOT differently.

Not because I failed the first time…

But because I’ve learned that organization is not something you “get to later” once your business grows.

Organization is what allows your business to grow without taking over your brain.

In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I would organize a brand new business from day one if I were starting all over today. From digital files to time blocking to dashboards and workflows, I’m sharing the systems I would set up immediately to save time, reduce overwhelm, and create a business that actually feels sustainable.

You’ll hear:

• The very first decision I would make about where to store everything
• Why I would immediately create a simple file structure
• The “business brain” dashboard I would build right away
• How I would organize my bookmarks, links, and recurring tasks
• The way I would structure my calendar and time blocks
• Why organizing your mind matters just as much as organizing your files

This episode is practical, strategic, and full of the exact systems I use to run an organized business today.

If you’ve ever felt buried in tabs, downloads, scattered ideas, or inconsistent workflows, this episode will help you think differently about what it really means to build a business that supports you instead of exhausting you.

Mentioned in this episode:

• • Organized Coach Academy - Get $500 off right now using the coupon code 500. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/oca
  • File Naming Formula Cheatsheet - Learn your formula to name your files consistently. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc
  • The 5-File-Folder System - In this training, I show you how to set up a file structure. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

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What if podcast pitching (or to media or other collaborations) didn’t have to feel chaotic, overwhelming, or totally inauthentic?

In this episode, I’m chatting with emotions coach Lauren Brown about her experience using my Podcast Pitching Dashboard Bundle and how it completely changed the way she approached visibility and podcast guesting. Lauren shares what podcast pitching looked like before she had a system, why everything felt scattered and stressful, and how getting organized helped her finally show up more confidently and authentically.

If you’ve been wanting to guest on podcasts but keep avoiding the process because it feels messy or too overwhelming, this conversation is going to feel like a deep exhale. Lauren’s story is such a good reminder that visibility gets easier when you have systems that actually support you.

We also talk about emotions in business, the ripple effect of referrals, and why your feelings are not the problem you think they are.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why podcast pitching felt overwhelming and chaotic for Lauren before having a system
• How the Podcast Pitching Dashboard Bundle helped simplify the entire process
• The unexpected connection between emotions and visibility
• Why authenticity matters so much when pitching yourself for podcast interviews
• The real reason organization creates more confidence in your business
• How referrals and relationships can create powerful ripple effects in your growth
• What to do if you’ve been avoiding podcast guesting because it feels too complicated

In this bonus episode, Tracy shares a visibility strategy that she now sees in a whole new way: authentic connection.

Tracy reflects on a powerful insight from Lauren Carlisle Brown about approaching podcast guesting through the lens of authentic connection, rather than transactional networking or seeking visibility.

After completing more than 100 podcast interviews in 15 months, Tracy realized that visibility is about so much more than growing an audience or getting your name out there. The real magic came through the relationships, conversations, encouragement, and opportunities that developed along the way.

All marketing works when done consistently, but overwhelm and disorganization often interfere with consistency.

In this episode, Tracy talks about: • Why most people quit visibility strategies too soon • The hidden mental clutter behind inconsistent marketing • How authentic connection changes the energy of networking • Why organization becomes even more important once visibility starts working • How systems reduce overwhelm and create momentum

If you’ve been wanting to get more visible in your business without feeling fake, pushy, or scattered, this episode will encourage you to approach visibility in a more meaningful and sustainable way.

The Podcast Dashboard Bundle is currently 50% off through Thursday at midnight and includes Tracy’s dashboard system, pitch templates, follow-up process, and organization tools for podcast guesting and visibility outreach, as well as your own podcast (if you have one).

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What if one visibility strategy could sharpen your message, grow your audience, and bring in clients... without you having to dance on Instagram every day?

In this episode, I’m sharing one of the biggest visibility strategies in my business: podcast guesting. Over the last 15 months, I’ve been booked on over 100 podcasts, and it has completely changed how I show up as a coach and business owner.

But here’s the thing. I did NOT start out organized.

At first, podcast pitching looked like me wasting 30 minutes researching random shows, half-writing a pitch, getting distracted, forgetting to follow up, and then wondering why nothing was happening. I had no system. No process. No consistency.

And because there wasn’t a system, I dreaded doing it.

So I built one.

In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I created a simple, organized podcast pitching workflow that helped me consistently get booked on podcasts and become known as the organizing expert.

But the biggest surprise? Podcast guesting didn’t just grow my visibility. It helped me deepen my message, sharpen my teaching, and get clearer on what I actually believe about organization, mindset, emotions, and what’s really keeping people stuck. Plus, new friendships and new collaboration opportunities.

If you’ve been wanting a visibility strategy that feels more human, more sustainable, and honestly... more FUN than constantly creating social media content, this episode is for you.

What you’ll learn:

• Why podcast guesting became my favorite visibility strategy
• The messy, disorganized way I used to pitch podcasts
• What changed when I finally created a simple system
• How podcast interviews helped me become more confident in my expertise
• Why consistency matters more than “perfect” pitches
• Why podcast guesting builds trust faster than most content strategies
• The behind-the-scenes story of how I booked around 100 interviews in 15 months

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What if the reason you feel disorganized… has nothing to do with your systems?

If you keep telling yourself “I don’t have enough time,” or "I should have finished this before," I want you to hear this: that thought might be the very thing keeping you stuck.

In this episode, I’m doing something a little different. I’m taking you inside a real, unpolished coaching conversation where we break down what’s actually happening when you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unable to follow through.

Because here’s what I see all the time… You go to organize something simple like a drawer, your calendar, or your task list… and suddenly it feels like too much. You second-guess your decisions. You run away. And by the end of the day, you’ve “proven” to yourself that you didn’t have enough time.

But that result didn’t come from your circumstances. It came from your thinking.

This episode will help you see, in real time, how your self-talk is shaping your actions and results, and what to do instead.

And I’ll be honest… this isn’t perfectly polished coaching. It’s real, in-the-moment thinking.

But that’s exactly why I wanted you to hear it.

Because once you recognize these patterns in yourself, everything about how you approach organization can change.

• Why “I don’t have enough time” is a thought, not a fact
• How your self-talk creates overwhelm, procrastination, and disorganization
• The difference between an overwhelmed person and a decisive, organized one
• What more productive self-talk looks like
• The simple mindset shift that helps you follow through and finish what you start

Have you ever had the experience where your business or career is working… your life is working… and yet something still feels off?

Like the plan you made years ago technically worked. You followed it. You built something meaningful. But now you’re sitting there wondering, why doesn’t this feel the way I thought it would?

If that’s you, this conversation is going to feel like a relief.

Today I’m talking with Suzy Rosenstein about what’s really happening when your old plan stops working, and you don’t yet know what the new one is. So many people hit this season and assume something has gone wrong. But often, it’s actually the beginning of clarity.

Suzy shares her own story of spending five years in that exact in-between place and how she learned that feeling “off” isn’t a problem to fix. It’s information to listen to.

We talk about why it’s so common to lose connection with what you actually want, how people pleasing quietly shapes your decisions for decades, and the mistake most people make when they try to figure out what’s next too quickly.

If you’ve been waiting for certainty before making a change in your business or life, this episode will help you take the next step anyway.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why feeling stuck often means you’re entering a transition season
• The surprising reason so many women lose clarity about what they want
• Why meaning becomes more important as you grow your business and life
• What to do when you don’t know what’s next yet (and the easiest way to find out...at the end of the episode)
• Why focusing on the how too early shuts down possibility
• How you can discover you don’t need a full pivot, just a richer life outside work
• A simple mindset shift that makes transitions feel less scary and more intentional

I just got back from 11 days in Poland, and this quarter alone I’ve taken four big trips. Cabo with my girls. Florida for a birthday celebration. Canada for a TEDx talk. Poland for a mission trip. And this week? I’m hosting a live event.

So yes… it’s been a full season.

And whenever life gets this full, travel becomes the fastest way to see whether your systems actually support you.

Do your routines hold? Does your business keep running? Do you feel calm as you walk back into your house afterward? Or do things fall apart the minute you leave?

In this episode, I’m sharing eight habits I rely on during busy seasons with travel, events, and real life happening all at once. These are the same patterns I’ve developed over 17 years as a professional organizer and from watching what works (and what absolutely does not work) in real homes and real businesses.

If your calendar feels packed right now, this episode will help you stay grounded, prepared, and present without trying to keep everything perfect.

Here's what you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why travel quickly reveals whether your systems are actually working
• The one decision I always make before every trip
• How to stay fully present without worrying about your business
• A simple way to use airplane or drive time as CEO planning space
• My checklist strategy that removes packing stress completely
• The habit that makes coming home feel calm instead of chaotic
• Why unpacking immediately changes everything
• The mindset shift that protects your energy during busy seasons

Your brand is not your logo. It is how people feel when they experience you.

Most coaches think branding means colors, fonts, and maybe finally choosing a logo they do not hate.

But what if your brand is actually the story your life is telling every time you show up online or in a conversation?

In this episode, I am talking with Jan Touchberry about what branding really means and why so many coaches feel stuck or unsure about whether they are “doing it right.” We unpack what to focus on when you are just starting and what shifts when you are ready for the next level of your business.

If you have ever wondered whether your brand reflects who you truly are or if you should redo everything again this year, this conversation will give you clarity and relief.

Jan shares a simple framework that makes branding feel doable instead of overwhelming. And honestly, it might change how you think about your business entirely.

Here is what we cover together:

What you will learn in this episode:

• Why your brand is not your logo or colors
• The real definition of a personal brand and why everyone already has one
• How your brand shapes how people experience you before they ever hire you
• The three core elements that make your brand clear and compelling
• How to identify who you are actually called to serve
• Why your voice matters more than your visuals
• What to do if you feel like your brand no longer fits your business
• How to show up boldly without pretending to be someone else

Have you ever thought, “I’m just not an organized person”?

Maybe you’ve tried systems before. Cleaned things up once or twice. Bought the planner. Created the folders. Watched the tutorials.

And still… it didn’t stick.

In this episode, I want to show you why that experience is not a personality problem. It’s not a discipline problem. And it’s definitely not a character flaw.

There is actual science behind why clutter feels exhausting and why organization changes your focus, your confidence, and even your income.

I’m walking you through what’s happening in your brain when things feel scattered in your house, your calendar, your inbox, your downloads folder, or your business. Because once you understand the brain side of organization, everything starts to make sense.

This episode might completely change how you see clutter and how you see yourself.

And if you’ve been thinking, “I need help getting organized, but I keep putting it off,” this might be the moment you finally decide to do something about it.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why clutter raises cortisol and increases stress in your body
• How visual overload quietly drains your working memory
• What the “silent to-do list” is and why it keeps you distracted
• Why disorganization slows your decisions and focus
• How clutter affects your confidence and productivity
• The surprising connection between organization and revenue growth
• Why getting organized is not about color-coding or perfection What your brain actually needs in order to feel calm and clear again

Do you ever feel like your business looks organized on the outside, but inside it feels reactive, cluttered, and harder than it should be?

Like your calendar is full. Your to-do list is endless. And somehow you are still not moving forward the way you expected this year?

You are not alone. And honestly, this is exactly why we created the CEO Spring Reset.

In this episode, I’m joined by Lissa and Laura as we pull back the curtain on what business clutter actually looked like for each of us and what changed when we stopped trying to manage the chaos better and started clearing it out instead.

Because most of the time it is not a discipline problem.

It is a clarity problem.

We are sharing the behind-the-scenes stories that led to this event and what happens when you finally step into your role as CEO and reset the parts of your business that are quietly draining your time, energy, and results.

If you have been feeling behind this year, stuck in reaction mode, or unsure what to focus on next, this conversation will help you see exactly where to start.

What you will learn in this episode:

• Why being busy does not always mean your business is moving forward
• The hidden ways clutter shows up in your calendar and decisions
• How reactive schedules create stress even when everything looks organized
• What shifted when we stopped chasing productivity hacks and started choosing clarity
• Why stepping into your CEO role changes how you make decisions
• What the CEO Spring Reset is and how it helps simplify your business direction

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If you feel like your business would run smoother if only your home life felt more under control, this episode is going to click for you.

Today I’m talking with Jess Przulj, host of The Habit Stacking Mom podcast, about how small habit stacks can create real momentum in your day. And not in a “start over and fix everything” kind of way. In a simple, sustainable, systems-based way that actually works when life is full.

Jess shares how she rebuilt her routines during a season when she felt stuck between motherhood and entrepreneurship. Instead of trying to overhaul everything, she created tiny shifts inside her existing routines and those small changes started creating space for her business again.

We talk about why your evening routine matters more than your morning routine, how to use anchors in your day to make habits stick, and why starting at home often makes business organization easier.

If you’ve been feeling scattered, behind, or like you’re not making traction, this episode will give you a practical place to begin.

• What habit stacking actually is and how it’s different from routines
• Why starting with your home habits creates more space for business focus
• The difference between a routine and a habit stack (this alone is so helpful)
• How to identify “anchors” in your day that make habits easier to follow through on
• Why your evening routine is the best place to start when life feels chaotic
• How micro changes build sustainable momentum over time
• What to do with small pockets of time during your workday

Ever regret getting rid of something?

You know that moment.

You declutter something. You donate it. You throw it away.

And then later… You think, “Why did I do that?!”

In this episode, I’m doing something I’ve never done before on the podcast. I’m sharing a real coaching call from inside Organized Life Academy.

Marcy came to the call stuck in the purge step of organizing. She wasn’t struggling because she had too much stuff.

She was struggling because she didn’t trust herself to make the right decision.

Years ago, during a stressful move, she threw away a box of journals from high school and college. And she’s been beating herself up about it ever since.

That one moment turned into a story she carried for years.

“What if I throw away the wrong thing again?”

Sound familiar?

In this conversation, we unpack the real reason letting go can feel so scary and how the solution has less to do with your stuff… and everything to do with how you treat yourself.

Because what if the problem isn’t that you might make a wrong decision…

What if the problem is how you talk to yourself when you do?

This episode is a powerful look at self-trust, compassion, and the freedom that comes when you stop punishing yourself for past decisions.

If you’ve ever felt stuck decluttering because you’re afraid of regret, this one is for you.

• Why one past decluttering regret can stop you from making decisions today
• The surprising percentage of things we actually regret letting go of
• The hidden fear that keeps many people stuck in the purge step
• A simple mindset shift that makes decision-making easier
• How to build trust with your future self while organizing
• Why compassion for your past decisions is the key to moving forward

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In this episode, Tracy shares three powerful decluttering discoveries that recently came up inside Organized Life Academy. These insights changed how her clients think about their possessions and the role clutter plays in their homes.

You will hear a meaningful story about sentimental items and why the memory is not always in the object. Tracy also explains a powerful definition of minimalism from Joshua Becker and how removing distractions can make the things you love stand out even more.

Tracy also shares what she is currently decluttering in her own home as she rearranges rooms and simplifies her space. Along the way, she talks about the mindset shift that helps her make decisions faster and feel more spacious in her home.

Finally, you will hear a simple but powerful reframe that one client discovered. Instead of feeling like she was failing at organizing, she started thinking of organizing as testing.

If you struggle to let go of things or feel overwhelmed by clutter, this episode will help you see your belongings in a new way.

You will learn

• How sentimental items sometimes hold stories rather than real memories
• Why decluttering helps the things you love stand out
• How thinking of organizing as testing can remove pressure
• Questions to ask yourself when deciding what to keep
• A mindset shift that helps you get more done in less time

You can also learn more about Organized Life Academy and join the supportive community working together to simplify their homes.

Do you ever lay in bed mentally rehearsing 47 things you “should” be doing… and then wake up already behind?

Yep. Same.

In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to organize your mind using the same five-step system I use to organize closets, calendars, businesses, and entire lives.

Because here’s the truth: Overwhelm is not a personality trait. It’s a signal.

And when your brain feels like 47 tabs are open and one of them is playing music, but you can’t find it… It’s time to organize.

I break down my SPACE method, Sort, Purge, Assign Homes, Contain, Energize,  and show you how to apply it to your thoughts, worries, projects, errands, ideas, and even those sneaky “I’m not doing enough” stories running in the background.

This is the exact process I used before heading out of town when my brain was spinning with taxes, birthdays, collaborations, podcast ideas, errands, and random worries.

If you’re overwhelmed right now, this episode is your reset button.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why overwhelm is a signal, not a failure

• How to “sort” your brain without creating more chaos

• The 4 D’s that instantly reduce mental clutter

• How to assign homes to thoughts, tasks, and even worries

• The maintenance habit that keeps your mind clear long-term

• How to refill your brain with thoughts that energize you instead of drain you

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What if getting organized wasn’t about perfection… but about peace?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with El Donna Coats — a 71-year-old pickleball champion (yes, really 🏆) and member of Organized Life Academy — who joined not because her house was a disaster… but because she wanted more clarity, more calm, and a completed Life & Death Binder.

And what happened next?

Less stress. More space. A totally different relationship with her calendar. And a granddaughter who now proudly says, “The first step to organizing is SORT.”

I love episodes like this because you get to hear what it actually looks like when someone does the work. Not perfectly. Not overnight. But consistently.

El Donna shares what shifted for her, what surprised her, and how she’s peeling back the layers of what she calls her “very, very, very big onion.”

If you’ve ever thought:

• I’m organized… I just have a lot of stuff.
• I’m a collector — that’s just who I am.
• I don’t want minimalism… but I do want less stress.
• I’m afraid to start because I might fail.

This episode is for you.

We talk about real change. The slow kind. The sustainable kind. The kind that actually sticks.

• Why “assigning a time” to tasks eliminates procrastination (even the 5-minute ones)
• The mindset shift that helped her stop fearing failure
• What it means to peel back the layers of your “onion”
• How decluttering collections can shift your identity
• Why writing down 3 wins each day rewires your thinking
• The surprising ripple effect organization has on your health goals
• How to become “company-ready” without panic cleaning for hours
• Why awareness is the real transformation happening inside Organized Life Academy

Whether it’s a cluttered garage, a chaotic desktop, or just the swirling thoughts in your head—you’re not alone. And the good news? You can shift from stuck to in-motion in under two minutes.

In this solo episode, I walk you through one of my favorite go-to mindset tools: a two-minute reframe that pulls you out of overwhelm and back into focus. You’ll hear the story of me standing in front of a client's garage, frozen in place, and how one simple sentence changed everything—not just in that moment but in my entire approach to organizing.

This isn’t about motivation or willpower—it’s about direction. And you’ll leave this episode knowing exactly what to say to your brain the next time things feel like too much.

What you’ll learn:

• The surprising truth about where overwhelm really comes from
• A simple sentence to instantly redirect your brain
• Why your brain feels “lazy” (hint: it’s not)
• How to apply this mindset shift to paper piles, your digital files, and your chaotic thoughts
• The difference between sorting and organizing—and why starting with sorting is everything
• Why perfection is NOT required (and how to move anyway)

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/156

When Zeenat Siman first said the word "choosy," I instantly knew I wanted her on the podcast. And this conversation? It did not disappoint.

In this episode, we’re flipping the script on how to get organized. Zeenat, a professional organizer and founder of Firefly Bridge Organizing, joins me to share her refreshing take on being intentionally choosy with your time, your to-do list, and your space. We’re not talking Pinterest-perfect pantries here. This is real life, real strategies for moms, coaches, and business owners juggling a million things.

Zee breaks down how to stop drowning in all the “shoulds” and start organizing what actually matters. Whether it’s your Google calendar, your junk drawer, or your overflowing list of digital freebies you swear you’ll read one day (yeah, we see you), this episode will help you rethink everything.

We also talk sprints vs. slow organizing, how to use donuts (yes, donuts) to manage your to-do list, and the mindset shift that helps you say no without guilt.

It’s practical, honest, and full of “YES, I needed to hear that” moments.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why “organize everything” is keeping you stuck

• The DONUT method to simplify your to-do list

• What to do when your list gives you anxiety

• How to choose what to organize first (and what to ignore)

• What to put on your calendar first, and it’s not your appointments

• The power of doing kitchen sprints (and how it leads to no-cry Mondays)

• The mindset shift that makes you feel empowered, not behind

What happens when the life you worked so hard to build no longer fits and everything falls apart anyway?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Tara Hunter, internationally renowned business and mindset coach, bestselling author, and host of the Thrive in Life and Business podcast, for one of the most vulnerable and powerful conversations we’ve ever had on the show.

Tara opens up about what it really looked like to hit rock bottom after leaving her marriage, walking away from a life that looked perfect on the outside, and realizing she wasn’t thriving, she was surviving. We talk candidly about depression, rebuilding trust in yourself, and the moment she decided she was done letting life happen to her and instead committed to creating the biggest comeback of her life.

From there, we dive deep into how a cluttered mind impacts your results, why most people sabotage themselves in the first waking hour of the day, and exactly how Tara uses simple mindset practices like journaling, brain dumps, and intentional focus to rebuild clarity, confidence, and momentum in her business.

This episode is honest, raw, hopeful, and deeply practical. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way, this conversation will remind you that it’s not over and you get to decide what comes next.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• What thriving actually means and why you get to define it
• How to recognize when you’re surviving instead of living
• Why your first waking hour matters more than you think
• How to declutter your mind when everything feels overwhelming
• Tara’s simple journaling and mindset routine that changed everything
• Why brain dumps work and how to do them correctly
• How to rebuild confidence after hitting rock bottom
• The power of one decision and why nobody is coming to save you
• How to prioritize goals without trying to do everything at once

That feeling of overwhelm is not actually about the number of things you own. It is about not knowing where you are going.

In this episode, Tracy shares a powerful coaching moment with her client, Dana, that completely changed how they looked at organizing. What started as a conversation about too many clothes became a breakthrough: a 1000-piece puzzle that served as a perfect metaphor for decluttering and organizing your home.

When you do a puzzle, you never feel overwhelmed by the number of pieces. You expect it to take time. You enjoy the process. You trust that one piece at a time will eventually create a beautiful picture. That is exactly how organizing should feel as well.

In this episode, you will learn how to neutralize overwhelm, why sorting first is the key to success, how to use your future vision to make decisions, and how to turn organizing into a calming and satisfying experience instead of something stressful.

This simple mindset shift can change how you approach your closet, your home, and even your life.

• Why saying I have so much stuff creates overwhelm
• How neutralizing the number removes emotional resistance
• Why sorting first makes organizing easier
• How a puzzle shows you exactly how to declutter
• Why your vision of the finished space matters
• How to decide what fits into the life you are living now
• How to make organizing feel calming and enjoyable

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/153

I LOVED this conversation with Melissa Kellogg Lueck because it brings us back to what matters most --> connection.

If you’ve ever felt like you were trying all the things and none of it was working, or if you’ve found yourself constantly learning about marketing instead of actually doing it… this one’s for you.

Melissa is a marketing coach for women entrepreneurs and the host of the Doing Business Like a Woman podcast. With 20 years of experience running her own marketing business, she knows how to help you simplify and finally create a sustainable strategy that gets results.

In this episode, Melissa breaks down the three core marketing activities that apply to EVERY business, how to build your own one-page marketing plan, and why your energy matters more than any algorithm ever could.

If you’ve been spinning your wheels and second-guessing every marketing decision, this episode will help you refocus, simplify, and finally take aligned action.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why all marketing works—and what really makes the difference
• The truth about overlearning and under-earning
• How to build a one-page marketing plan (yes, for real)
• The 3 essential marketing activities you should be doing right now
• What to do when your marketing "isn't working"
• How your energy affects your results
• The power of belief-first marketing
• Why you don’t need to be everywhere—and how to make peace with that

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/152

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Most people think decluttering happens when things get out of control. A closet is too full. The kitchen feels messy. The inbox is overwhelming. So we react. We grab a bag, throw things away, and hope it helps.

But real peace does not come from panic purging. It comes from having a plan.

In this episode, Tracy shares how she creates the declutter plan for Organized Life Academy every year and how you can use the exact same process to organize your home, your office, and even your digital life. Whether you feel overwhelmed by physical clutter or buried in emails and files, this episode will help you see decluttering as a simple, doable project instead of something that never ends.

You will hear how breaking your year into focused months removes overwhelm, how choosing your destination before you start makes decision-making easy, and how even small fifteen-minute sessions can create massive progress when you are working a plan.

This episode is for anyone who wants a calm home, a clear workspace, and a life that feels lighter instead of heavier.

• How to create a declutter plan for the year using twelve monthly focus areas
• Why decluttering works better when it is planned instead of rushed
• How to use the same system for your home and your business
• Why choosing your intention before you start makes everything easier
• How to use fifteen-minute sessions to stay consistent without burnout
• What questions to ask so you know what to keep and what to let go of

Decluttering works best when it is planned, not when it is panicked.

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/151

I'm kicking off 2026 with a conversation about how to work less. Sounds desirable, right?

Jenna Harrison is my guest and the founder of The Uncommon Way. She is a coach whose own business evolution went from frantic hustle to a thoughtful 24‑hour workweek that supports her creativity, family life, and joy.

In this episode, Jenna shares how she overcame burnout, what shifted for her personally and professionally, and the mindset and framework she now uses to help other coaches reclaim their time and create more purposeful impact (without working more hours).

We unpack the sneaky thoughts that pull us back into overworking, why constraints spark creativity, and how to stop doing things “just because.” We get into nervous system patterns, tactical boundaries like scheduling CEO time, and how creative business results come from resonance, not hours.

Whether you feel overwhelmed, guilty for trying to take breaks, or stuck thinking “I’ll just finish one more thing first,” this episode is going to shift how you think about time, energy, creativity, and productivity — and give you permission to design the life you actually want instead of the one you inherited from hustle culture.

What You’ll Learn

Why Jenna shifted to a 24‑hour workweek and how she maintained business growth in the process

• The deep thoughts that keep coaches working more than they want to

• How constraints (like limited hours) actually boost prioritization, intuition, and strategic thinking

• Jenna’s three‑pillar framework: Offers • Systems • You (CEO mindset)

• The role of nervous system regulation in creative business output

• Practical ways to reclaim time + stop the “I’ll just do this first” trap

• What real CEO time is and why it’s non‑negotiable

• A simple starting question to shift your time and results

Are you ready to reflect honestly on your year, the wins, the hard moments, the breakthroughs, and the lessons, so you can step into 2026 with clarity, peace, and purpose? In this year‑end episode, I walk you through my 2025 review, including what I’m leaving behind, what I’m bringing forward, and the mindset shift that changed everything for me.

2025 was big. It was full. It was messy and beautiful at the same time. As we close the year, I want to invite you to a few reflection questions that will help you own your wins, honestly assess your growth, and choose what you’re ready to let go of before 2026 begins.

I share:

• My wins in business and life — including podcast visibility goals, revenue reflections, and family milestones.
• The hardest moment of the year and how vulnerability changed my identity.
• What I’m letting go of in 2025 — and why it matters.
• What I’m carrying into 2026 with intention.
• A new way of thinking about goals that feels lighter, freer, and more curiosity‑driven.

You don’t have to take everything with you into next year. You get to choose.

What You’ll Learn

• How to describe your year with honesty instead of pressure.
• Why acknowledging wins matters more than you think.
• How your identity shifts through struggle and breakthrough.
• The power of asking curious, open goals — instead of rigid demands.
• A fresh mindset for organizing your business and your life in 2026.
• Reflection prompts to close out your year with intention and joy.

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/149

Eldonna said, "This [OLA] has brought new life into my life." 

If you want to organize your home and life in 2026 and overcome obstacles that have kept you stuck in clutter, join me inside Organized Life Academy (OLA). 

It's totally possible for YOU to create these same results.

If you're ready to downsize, declutter, and create a home that is calm, inviting, peaceful, and organized, join now for the best price! 

Go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/yes

I teach a simple and powerful process called the DONE Framework that helps you make confident choices without overwhelm or second-guessing.

Women often think they have a decision problem when, in reality, they have a swirl of emotions and past evidence clouding their thinking.

The DONE Framework brings you back to clarity by helping you define the real decision, observe it from your future self, notice what aligns with your values and identity, and execute the simplest next step.

In this episode, I explain the framework step by step and then walk through four common scenarios so you can hear exactly how the method works in real life. You will learn how to use the DONE Framework to decide whether to join Organized Life Academy, where to begin organizing your home, how to handle sentimental items, and whether to bring in support to lighten your load.

You will also hear why decisions create energy, how identity plays a major role in follow-through, and why past attempts do not determine your future success.

• How to use the DONE Framework to make any decision
• Why naming the actual decision immediately reduces confusion
• How your future self gives clearer answers than your past self
• How to choose in a way that aligns with your values and identity
• What it looks like to execute a decision without drama or pressure

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/148

If you have tried again and again to get organized and it still feels hard, discouraging, or inconsistent, this episode will show you why.

Most people think they struggle because they lack willpower or skill, but the real issue is that they are approaching organizing with a hidden mindset and process mistakes that sabotage them before they even begin.

In this episode, I walk you through the five biggest organizing mistakes I see over and over in homes, businesses, and life. When you understand these patterns and use the simple shifts I teach today, getting organized becomes easier, more doable, and surprisingly peaceful.

Here is what you will learn:

• Why starting from the identity of a disorganized person keeps you stuck
• The missing step almost everyone skips: planning
• The belief that you should feel like organizing when the time comes
• Expecting to be good at organizing from the beginning
• Looking at everything instead of focusing on one project at a time

And a little bonus: you're not celebrating your progress, which keeps you in a state of discouragement. Celebrating the gain transforms your motivation and helps you see yourself as someone who follows through.

By the end of this episode, you will understand exactly why you have struggled in the past and how to approach organizing in a way that works for your brain, your schedule, and your identity.

You 100% can become an organized person. These shifts will help you get there.

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/147

Ever felt like your body is screaming at you, and your business is too?

This episode is going to change the way you think about your health and your systems. I’m joined by the amazing Rachel Carta, registered nurse, functional nutrition counselor, and life coach, for a conversation that connects the dots between what’s going on in your body and what’s going on behind the scenes of your business.

Rachel and I dig into why your symptoms are actually signals, how everything is connected (yes, even your gut and your To Do list), and why simplicity is the key to healing both your health and your chaos.

If you’ve ever felt like you were in constant survival mode, or like you’re always behind, always pushing, and your body just isn’t keeping up, this one’s for you.

Rachel shares her story of chronic migraines, burnout, and the breakdown that led her to completely change the way she lived and worked. She teaches how to listen to your body, recognize patterns, and implement small, simple habits that lead to massive shifts. We also talk about perimenopause, blood sugar, fiber, breathwork, and how to stop organizing your grandmother’s trinkets instead of doing what matters in your business (ahem…can you relate?).

This is not your typical health episode. Get ready to feel seen, empowered, and maybe finally ready to slow down and pay attention to what your body is telling you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why your symptoms aren’t random, they’re signals

• The 3 roots of health Rachel focuses on with every client

• How to know if what you’re dealing with is emotional, medical, or stress-related

• The nervous system’s role in organization, focus, and digestion

• Why your brain thinks “organizing grandma’s trinkets” is just as urgent as launching your offer

• 3 small, doable shifts to feel better in your body and more focused in your business

• How deep breathing and fiber can change your life

• Why organizing your business lowers stress in your body

• Simple signs you’re stuck in fight or flight and what to do about it

If you're a woman over 40 and want to declutter, downsize, and organize your home, join us in Organized Life Academy for half off right now! --> https://simlysquaredaway.com/yes

Think you need to be glued to social media 24/7 to build a successful coaching business? Think again. Today, I’m showing you a completely different and way simpler path to building a thriving fitness‑coaching business without living on Instagram.

On this episode, I talk with Ria Zervos, a longtime fitness pro turned business coach for health and fitness coaches. After 22 years in the gym industry (from the towel desk to managing large corporate group‑exercise programs, running trade shows, coordinating presenters - she’s done it all), Ria now lives in Costa Rica and helps fitness professionals build legit online businesses without depending on social media algorithms or daily posting.

We dig into why so many fitness pros struggle to get paid what they deserve, how they often overlook the goldmine sitting right under their noses (their existing network), and Ria walks us step‑by‑step through how she helps her clients build real businesses by talking to real people. No cold DMs. No burnout. Just real conversations, clear programs, and smart positioning.

We cover:

• Why social‑media fame doesn’t equal financial success.

• How to use your everyday network, from your hairdresser and doctor to the barista at your favorite cafe, to build a client base.

• The three critical things every fitness coach’s profile (on any platform) needs: who you are, who you serve, and what you offer.

• How to craft and test a simple, logical coaching program before trying to sell it online.

• Why collaborating with other coaches (even those you view as “competition”) can help you both grow.

• Small offline/low-tech marketing tactics that actually work (think coffee‑shop chats, spa tables, even flyers in a chiropractor’s office).

Whether you’re a fitness pro ready to quit the treadmill of social media or just a coach who wants to simplify how you get clients, this episode is for you.

• Why relying on social media alone won’t pay the bills, and what will.
• How to turn everyday people you already know (or bump into) into clients by simply talking about what you do.
• The three messaging questions every coach’s profile needs to answer (even if you don’t use social media).
• How to build a coaching program with clear steps and tangible outcomes that sell (without confusing or overwhelming people).
• How to collaborate strategically with other coaches, even those who seem like competitors, to expand your reach.
• Simple, low‑tech ways to get your first clients (flyers in waiting rooms, spa or yoga‑studio events, bringing snacks, yes, snacks!).

Find them at --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/blackfriday

Instead of doing a typical “deal rundown,” this episode is really about something deeper:

Simplicity.

Over the past year, I realized I’ve unintentionally complicated my business. Too many downloads. Too many ideas. Too many programs. Too many strategies. Too much noise.

And now? I feel this strong pull to simplify everything — my business, my routines, my decisions, my focus.

So I’m taking five mornings in December to do a personal “simplification retreat,” and in this episode, I walk you through the three questions I’m asking myself each day to reset, clear the clutter, and refocus on what actually matters.

Identify the essential actions that truly moved your business forward this year.

Uncover the tasks, tools, habits, offers, and routines that created confusion instead of clarity.

Once you know what matters, simplify how you get those actions done.

These questions can transform the way you run your business and your life, and you can use them alongside me.

I also walk through each of the five Black Friday deals (open for 24 hours!) through the lens of simplicity, showing you how each one removes complexity and helps you build an organized, peaceful foundation for 2026.

Whether you’re simplifying your business or your home, join me through one of the Black Friday offers IF you think it will aid you in simplifying your life.

Find this episode and the show notes here --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/144 

Most people start a new year without a clear direction, which is why they end up repeating the same patterns.

In today’s episode, I’m teaching the simple but powerful concept of setting your destination, just like using a GPS, and how this one step makes planning your year easier, calmer, and more intentional.

You will learn why having a destination brings clarity to your goals, your time blocks, and your routines, and how designing a repeatable year removes decision fatigue and creates consistency.

I also share why identity matters so much in this process and why you cannot outperform what you believe about yourself.

And because it’s Black Friday week, today’s deal helps you put all of this into action with full support.

Deal 5 is the VIP Experience, where we spend three hours together mapping out your Organized Year Blueprint so you know exactly where you’re going and how to get there. Today only, it’s available at the Black Friday rate.

Tune in and learn the power of setting your destination and planning your year with intention and clarity.

If visibility feels overwhelming or inconsistent, you might not need a new strategy.

You might just need a more organized one.

In today’s episode, I share how visibility becomes sustainable when you use a simple system that keeps your momentum going.

I talk about the Visibility Flywheel and how a repeatable rhythm of researching, reaching out, and following up helped me book more than 70 podcast interviews this year.

I also share how my sister and dad’s love of fly fishing perfectly illustrates why staying in motion matters so much.

You will hear stories from Jenna and Sarah about the power of an organized visibility system and how opportunities appear when you have a plan that helps you keep going.

And because it is Black Friday week, today’s deal will help you put this system in place with ease.

Deal 4 is the Podcast Dashboard Bundle, where you will learn how to research aligned shows, pitch with confidence, track everything in one place, and keep your visibility rhythm going without overwhelm.

Tune in and learn how to make your visibility strategy organized, sustainable, and surprisingly fun.

There is a real secret to getting organized, and it is probably not what you think.

In today’s episode, I share why organizing anything, your business, your home, your digital life, only works when you treat it like a project.

Projects have a start date, an end date, clear steps, and a plan you follow through on.

I walk you through how to plan your organizing project for Q1 using my SPACE method and a few simple habits, including color-coding your project on your calendar so every related task is easy to see at a glance.

We also talk about identity, because the truth is, you cannot outperform what you believe about yourself. As Sarah Arnold-Hall says, we cannot outperform our identity. If you believe you are disorganized, you will keep recreating disorganized results.

That is why, in both Organized Coach Academy and Organized Life Academy, we focus on shifting your identity before you ever organize a single file or closet.

And because it is Black Friday week, today’s deal gives you everything you need to set up this project with clarity and structure.

Deal 3 is the Organized Coach Academy at half off (!!!) and the full project plan is already built for you. You can organize your business in Q1 or buy now and start in Q2 since you have lifetime access.

If your main project next year is your home, Organized Life Academy is also half off this week and follows the same project-based approach for a full year. Join now for 2026 and get December included for free!

Tune in to learn the real secret to getting and staying organized.

Do you keep twenty or more tabs open because you are afraid you will lose something or not be able to find it again?

You are not alone. In this episode, I explain the real reason we keep tabs open and why it has nothing to do with productivity and everything to do with fear.

I will show you what to do instead and how using ONE organized bookmarks bar removes that fear by giving your brain a trusted, reliable home for everything you need. I am sharing real examples from my own bookmarks bar and how simple it can be to finally close your tabs without worry.

And because it is Black Friday week, today’s deal helps you set all of this up with full support.

Deal 2 is the Organized CEO Intensive, where we streamline your digital file structure, organize your bookmarks bar, and set up your Business Dashboard. It is half off today only.

Tune in and finally close those tabs with confidence.

Feeling overwhelmed or mentally tired before the day is even halfway over?

You might be dealing with decision fatigue.

Today, I'm sharing my Wonderful ONE concept and ten simple places where choosing ONE tool, ONE spot, or ONE system instantly lightens your mental load.

We are talking about things like ONE place for ideas, ONE home for your business files, ONE paper inbox, ONE drink zone in your kitchen, and more. These small shifts create huge relief and make staying organized so much easier.

And because it is Black Friday week, today’s deal could not fit more perfectly.

Deal 1 is the Idea Dashboard: Your ONE place to capture and organize every idea and thing you want to remember, for home, your life, and your business, so nothing gets lost or scattered.

Tune in and start reducing decision fatigue today.

I'm sharing the belief that's been holding me back. This one’s personal. In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a belief I’ve carried with me for decades: “I don’t do things I’m not good at.”

Oof. It’s shaped my business, my confidence, and even how I approach organizing.

But recently, something powerful shifted, and I’m sharing exactly what helped me change that belief and what it opened up for me. I want you to think about the identity statements you might be carrying around and how they’re showing up in your life and business.

Whether it’s “I’m bad at tech,” “I’ve never been organized,” or “I’m not a morning person,” it’s time to gently challenge those beliefs and unlock new possibilities.

This episode is a heart-to-heart and a pep talk rolled into one. Let’s go there together.

What you’ll learn:

• How a volleyball memory from high school shaped my identity for decades
• What a failed launch taught me about self-worth
• The difference between ability and aptitude—and why it matters so much
• Three real-life examples where I did things I wasn’t good at (and succeeded)
• How to rewrite your identity statement so you can organize and grow
• Why coaching matters when you’re stuck in your own beliefs
• A simple exercise to challenge limiting beliefs and create new ones

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/138

Yeah. I was there.

After pouring time, energy, and heart into something I thought would be a win and getting nothing back, I was ready to throw in the towel. Honestly, I felt like a failure.

But then I had a conversation with my friend and coach, Laurie Shopland, that changed everything. What started as a normal Tuesday call turned into one of the most important mindset shifts I’ve ever experienced, and in this episode, I’m sharing it with you.

Laurie walks us through her Truth Model — a simple, 5-step emotional processing tool that helps you go from shame and judgment to peace and clarity. It’s mapped to your hand, easy to remember, and so powerful.

If you’ve been struggling with discouragement, shame, or the temptation to quit, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

Laurie gives us language, grace, and permission to be human, and then leads us gently toward truth. And trust me, you’ll want to write this process down.

• Why naming your emotions is 80% of the work • The difference between noticing a feeling vs. judging it • How to use Laurie’s Truth Model hand analogy to shift out of shame • What Scarcity Street sounds like in your mind (and how to move to Abundant Avenue) • How to identify the lie you’re believing and replace it with truth (even if you have a lot of evidence that the thought "the lie" is true) • What it means to forgive yourself for forgetting and why that changes everything

Join the waitlist for my Black Friday: 5 Days. 5 Deals to get early access to the deals and to be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/bf

For the resources and links mentioned, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/137

Who knew food and business had so many things in common!

Today, I talk with binge-eating specialist Amber Abila to explore the powerful parallels between overcoming binge eating and overcoming procrastination in business.

Amber shares her transformative journey from food struggles to becoming binge-free and offers insight into her six-step method for rewiring habits. Together, they unpack how identity, urges, mindset, and even rewards can impact not only eating behavior but also how we show up in our work.

Whether you find yourself procrastinating tasks in your business or reaching for snacks to avoid discomfort, this conversation will help you shift your perspective and take aligned action.

• The game-changing thought that binge eating is just a habit—and how this mindset applies to procrastination.
• Why labeling yourself (e.g., “a procrastinator” or “a binge eater”) holds you back from change.
• How food noise parallels mental clutter and business disorganization.
• The role of scarcity vs. abundance mindset in both food and business.
• Amber’s six-step process to becoming a confident eater—and how it mirrors the habits needed for entrepreneurial success.
• Why it’s okay to rest and how using food (or productivity) as a break may be masking emotional needs.
• How to start trusting your intuition through body awareness.

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/136

We are about 60 days out from the end of the year. That’s it. Sixty. If you want a calm, joyful, and organized holiday season in your home, life, and coaching business, now is the time to make a plan.

In this episode, I walk you through my signature SPACE framework and show you how to apply it across all three areas of your life so you don’t just survive the holidays… you actually enjoy them.

Whether you're hosting family, running your final promotions, or trying to finish the year strong without losing your mind, this episode is your invitation to pause, plan, and protect your peace.

Let’s create a holiday season that reflects your values, not just your to-do list.

• Why the next 60 days will determine how your December feels
• How to apply the SPACE method (Sort, Purge, Assign Homes, Contain, Energize) to your home, life, and business
• What to stop doing this season (yep, permission granted)
• The one shift that can help you actually enjoy the holidays again

Join me inside the Holiday Planning Workshop where I’ll guide you step by step through organizing your entire holiday season using the SPACE method by registering here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/holiday.

You’ll walk away with a clear, actionable plan for:

• Your work: priorities, offers, and year-end tasks
• Your home: family traditions, gift planning, and home prep
• Your life: Your thoughts, presence, and energy

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/135

For this episode's notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/134

What happens when you build a 7-figure coaching business, help thousands of clients, and realize success isn't just about strategy?

Molly Claire shares her raw story—from hitting rock bottom with chronic fatigue and a troubled marriage to building a thriving, values-aligned coaching practice.

She breaks down the Four Fundamentals of Lasting Change that every coach should understand: Mind Mastery, Emotional Resilience, Nervous System Regulation, and Action-Focused Strategy. She explains how these can help you (and your clients) create deep, sustainable transformation.

Whether you're just starting your coaching business or you're years in and looking to align more with who you truly are, this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and tangible tools.

Learn:

• Why mindset alone isn’t enough to create lasting change
• How to recognize when you're building a business that’s not yours
• The truth about starting over, even when things look “successful”
• How to align your business with the life you actually want
• How your nervous system may be sabotaging your growth (and what to do about it)
• What it really means to take small steps that lead to lasting change

Ever wonder what it really looks like when a professional organizer tackles a hidden, cluttered space?

In this special behind-the-scenes training, I’m pulling back the curtain and taking you inside my own secret room... the one where we intentionally store our clutter.

You’ll watch the process unfold on video. Discover the exact system I use to turn chaos into calm, one decision at a time.

✅ The 5 SPACE Steps in Action: The simple framework I teach that works to organize every single thing!

✅ Play-by-Play Video Footage: See how I organize efficiently without getting stuck.

✅ My Decision-Making Questions: How I decide what stays and what goes (and my struggles.)

✅ How to Apply It in Your Own Space: Clear guidance on how to take what you learn and use it in your attic, garage, closet, or “secret room.”

✅ The Secret to Staying Calm (Even When It Feels Like Too Much): How to move through your clutter without the overwhelm that usually stops you.

If you’ve got an area that’s been haunting you every time you open the door, this training will show you how to finally tackle it with peace, purpose, and a plan.

Don't wait. Register now by going to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/secret 

See you soon!

Your organizing coach,

Tracy Hoth

If you're anything like me and my clients, letting go can feel emotionally heavy and unnecessarily hard.

But what if it didn’t have to be?

In this episode, I’m walking you through the three-step decision-making framework that came straight out of a recent Organized Life Academy coaching call. This framework will help you change the way you think about your stuff. Whether it’s physical clutter, digital overwhelm, or outdated business ideas, this process helps you finally make decisions (and stop circling around them for months).

I’ll also share details about a one-time-only secret-room organizing event you’re invited to. It’s part workshop, part BTS (behind the scenes) peek at me decluttering a room that’s gotten completely out of hand (again).

➡️ Register for the workshop on October 17, 2025, at https://simplysquaredaway.com/secret.

If you want to see the organizing steps in action and how I actually make decisions in real life, don’t miss this!  

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why letting go actually gets easier when you do this first

• The simple rule one client uses to decide what ideas to keep or let go of.

• How to shift your mindset after making a decision so you don’t regret it later

• What clutter really is (spoiler: it’s not what you think)

• A blunt but freeing perspective on business offers, clothes, and all the “what if I need it later?” items

• Exactly how I’m prepping for my second round of decluttering in my infamous “secret room”

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/133

Martine Williams is here to change that. This conversation completely reframed burnout for me, and I think it’ll do the same for you.

Martine is a Life Alignment Coach who helps mompreneurs win at work without losing at home. In this episode, she shares how burnout isn’t just about exhaustion. It’s about misalignment with your strengths, your priorities, and your joy.

We talk about how to uncover your true strengths, why most of us downplay them, and how to build a business that actually gives you energy instead of draining it. Martine also shares her favorite tool for understanding your personality and energy patterns and how you can use that insight to run your business in a way that works for you.

This conversation is packed with practical ideas and mindset shifts, especially if you’ve been feeling off or like business is harder than it should be.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• What burnout really is and how to recognize it
• Why burnout often comes from doing too little of what lights you up
• How to stop comparing your strengths to someone else’s
• The four personality traits that influence how you work best
• Why energy management might matter more than time management
• How to align your business with your natural strengths
• The purpose quote that will shift how you view your role as a business owner

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/132

Download the 15 Minute Declutter Challenge: https://simplysquaredaway.com/declutter

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/131

What if the real reason you're struggling to manage your time isn’t your calendar, or your to-do list, or your never-ending sticky notes, but what you believe about yourself?

And the fact that you don't have a system for time management?

In this episode, I share the truth behind why saying things like “I’m terrible at time management” keeps you stuck… and what to do instead.

Spoiler: We’re flipping that narrative today and rewiring your brain to believe you are extremely good at time management.

I’ll also walk you through my signature SPACE organizing method (yes, the same one I use for your closet) and show you exactly how to use it for your time.

That means sorting your tasks, purging them (get ready for the 4 D’s), assigning them a home, and finally building a container that energizes you to follow through.

If your calendar looks like a battlefield, this episode is your new system, mindset, and strategy all in one.

You’ll learn:

• The one belief that’s sabotaging your time management (and how to flip it fast)

• How to use the SPACE method to organize your calendar like you do your closet or your kitchen

• What to do before you open your planner or calendar

• Why batching, time blocks, and categories simplify everything

• The “delay bucket” trick that stops idea overload

• How containment creates clarity, calm, and structure for your brain

Resources Mentioned:

• Episode 128: Alter Ego Exercise --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/128

• 15 Minute Declutter Challenge --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/declutter

• Organized LIFE Academy: https://simplysquaredaway.com/ola

• Organized Coach Academy: https://simplysquaredaway.com/oca

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/130

If you’ve ever felt like you’re working constantly but your bank account still isn’t reflecting your effort… this episode is going to feel like a warm (and slightly convicting) hug.

Today, I’m joined by productivity expert and founder of Daily Success Routine, Jamila Payne, and we’re diving into the kind of productivity that actually moves the needle: Profit-Driven Productivity.

Jamila shares exactly why traditional time management doesn’t work for service-based business owners (hello, coaching calls and client work taking over our calendars), and what we should be doing instead. We also talk about the real reasons we avoid sales-generating work, how to rewire your daily routines, and the sneaky ways we productively procrastinate (yep, it’s a thing - bougie productivity.)

She even walks us through her signature daily routines that help you double your income without sacrificing your evenings and weekends.

This one is jam-packed with golden nuggets, so grab a pen or open your Notes app. You’re going to want to revisit these insights again and again.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• What “profit-driven productivity” actually looks like
• Why traditional time blocking fails coaches and service providers
• The ONE simple mindset shift that will change how you plan your day
• How to build time-based to-do lists that set you up for success
• Why outsourcing (even just a few hours) is part of your revenue plan (and a unique resource)
• 4 daily routines that help you reclaim time and increase income
• How to identify your productive procrastination habits and overcome them
• The key levers that helped Jamila’s clients grow from $500 in sales to consistent $10K months

Learn the only five file folders you need to organize your digital files in your business ---> https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

Download the new 15 Minute Declutter Challenge --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/declutter

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/129

In this first-ever co-hosted episode, I team up with another brilliant organizing coach to nerd out about mindset, identity, and systems. We realized we share a foundational belief: it all starts with how you think about yourself.

Do you believe you’re disorganized? That identity could be the very thing keeping you stuck.

We get into all of it, from alter egos and decluttering shame to the reason containers aren’t the solution (yes, even the cute ones from Target). Plus, we each share our own organizing methods: mine is called SPACE, and hers involves the Four P’s and the Amber method.

We also talk about why it feels impossible to stay organized, what to do when your brain rejects “I’m extremely organized", and the tiny tweak that makes a HUGE difference in your environment.

What you’ll learn:

• How identity and mindset impact your organizing success

• The SPACE Method: A 5-step system to create and maintain order

• The Four P’s Framework: Prep, Purge, Process, Protect

• The Amber Method for mindfulness while decluttering

• Tips for using alter egos to break through mental clutter

• The power of linking maintenance to routines you already do

This is a mix of Amber and me, all wrapped up in one conversation.

What if there is one sentence that could change everything? 

Before you declutter your closet, desk, or digital files… there’s one step you absolutely can’t skip.

I mean it.

You could follow every system I give you to the letter, but if you don’t do this one thing first, nothing will stick.

In this episode, I walk you through the single most important mindset shift that will supercharge your organizing efforts. It’s what I recently talked through with a client who was resisting change hard, and it’s something I’ve been testing on myself, too.

I also share the new version of my 5-step organizing method (goodbye, SPASM… hello, SPACE), plus a fun 15-minute declutter challenge you can do right now to create instant momentum.

Because... if you keep arguing for your limitations, you’ll stay stuck.

But if you’re willing to step into the identity of someone who’s organized, even if it feels like a stretch, you can change everything.

Are you ready?

What you’ll learn:

• The one sentence that can change how you organize your life and business

• How to use an alter ego to override limiting beliefs

• Why sorting before purging saves time and mental energy

• The five-step SPACE method for organizing anything

• Why you don’t buy containers first (seriously, stop that)

• How to maintain your newly organized space long-term

• Real-life before/after stories from the 15-Minute Declutter Challenge

• Why arguing for your limitations is keeping you stuck (and how to stop)

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/128

What happens when your sister, who's worked with you for years, takes your brand-new 15-Minute Declutter Challenge for a spin?

Spoiler: It’s honest, funny, and totally relatable. Plus very deep. We dug into the emotions, identity, and specific ideas to implement. 

In this behind-the-scenes episode, I sit down with my sister Kris Katzmann to talk all things clutter, organization, and the messy process of getting started.

She shares what it was like to actually do the challenge, how long her clutter piles have stuck around, and what shifted for her when she took action (plus what she found under the pile—spoiler: it's been missing for years!).

We also dive into:

• What it’s really like working with your sister (including who’s the boss)

• Why Kris identifies as “organized” even with piles

• The mindset shift that helped her get started

• Simple strategies we brainstormed to keep clutter from coming back

• How her identity and future self played a key role in getting results

If you’ve ever let clutter pile up for way too long, this episode will make you feel seen and give you that nudge to get started, 15 minutes at a time.

• Download the 15-Minute Declutter Challenge: https://simplysquaredaway.com/declutter

• See Kris’s before & after photos (inside the freebie!)

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/127

You don’t need a viral story; you just need this strategy.

When I was introduced to Megan Yelaney and binged her podcast, I immediately knew we had to talk. She’s built multiple million-dollar businesses, all by leaning into one thing: her story.

In this episode, Megan walks us through her entrepreneurial journey, the pivots she’s made (from network marketing to health coaching to business coaching), and how she finally found alignment in her message by doubling down on her unique approach.

But the part I really wanted her to unpack for you? How your personal story, yes, even the one you think is “boring,” can become the most powerful tool in your business.

We dive into her 5-part storytelling framework (The Business Story Blueprint), how to craft your story in a way that gets clients saying “I need to work with you,” and why sharing it every single week is the simplest way to create demand.

If you’re a coach who struggles to stand out or second-guesses whether your journey is “inspirational enough,” this one’s a must-listen.

We also chat about:

• Megan’s million-dollar group program strategy (and what she’d do differently now)

• The behind-the-scenes of separating and reconciling her marriage, and how that impacted her business

• Why she deleted offers, cut income, and got hyper-focused after becoming a twin mom

• The exact script to share your story with a strong call to action

• Why repetition is the key to a thriving business (even if you’re bored with your own message)

What You’ll Learn:

• How to identify your “catalyst moment” and make it relatable

• The 5-part storytelling formula that converts followers into clients

• The biggest mistake most coaches make when telling their story

• The two tools Megan swears by to stay organized (and how she uses them)

This Is What Freedom Feels Like After Getting Organized

You know that panicked feeling when someone unexpectedly rings your doorbell and your house looks like a tornado blew through? Yeah, we’re not doing that anymore.

In this final episode of our 4-part series on the real cost of disorganization, I’m walking you through what’s on the other side...FREEDOM.

Real, deep, life-giving freedom that doesn’t just look like a clean countertop. It's the emotional clarity, the self-trust, the ability to show up confidently and stop feeling behind.

I sat down before recording and jotted down specific examples - 17 years' worth of transformation stories - and I’m sharing them here.

But first, a quick recap if you are just tuning in:

• Episode one uncovered the hidden stories that keep you stuck
• Episode two dug into the weight of overwhelm and why willpower is not the answer
• Episode three revealed the emotion behind the clutter: grief, guilt, perfectionism, and shame

Today, we are talking about freedom. What it looks like. What it feels like. And why it matters so much more than just having a tidy drawer. Because organizing is not just about stuff. It is about changing how you relate to yourself.

This episode is packed with real client stories and examples that will help you visualize what life can look like on the other side, from clearing emotional baggage to building trust in your future self to finally feeling at peace in your home and business. This is the vision you have been waiting for.

What you will learn in this episode:

• The number one emotional block that keeps clutter in place
• How coaching with compassion creates lasting change
• Why organization is a skill you can learn, no matter your starting point
• Real stories of freedom from past clients
• How to move from panic to peace in your daily life
• Practical examples of how systems unlock time and clarity
• How to take the first step and keep showing up

Your next step:

Book a call with me to discuss how YOU can experience this freedom: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments

Do you ever look around at your clutter and feel a wave of guilt, sadness, or just… stuck? You're not alone.

In part three of our four-part series, The Real Cost of Disorganization, we’re digging into the emotional roots of clutter, and it might get a little personal. Because let’s be honest: disorganization usually isn’t about laziness, lack of time, or not knowing where to start. It’s about what the stuff means to us.

I’m sharing what I’ve learned from my own clients, a hoarding specialist, and my personal experience to help you uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface. This episode is gentle, powerful, and honestly, might be the moment everything clicks.

We’ll explore:

• How grief, guilt, shame, and perfectionism sneak into our closets, drawers, and digital clutter.

• Why clutter is often your brain’s protective mechanism.

• What your space might be trying to tell you.

• And how to finally move forward with peace, not pressure.

I’ll walk you through a 3-step process to begin releasing the emotional weight behind your clutter. It’s simple, powerful, and something you can do right away, no bins, no fancy labels, just real emotional clarity.

• Why your clutter might actually be grief, shame, or fear in disguise.

• The surprising connection between trauma and disorganization.

• How to spot emotional roots like guilt, perfectionism, or control.

• The 3-step method to identify and release emotional clutter.

  1. Name the Emotion.

  2. Switch from judgment to curiosity using questions like:

     • What is this space trying to tell me?

     • What story is this clutter holding?

     • What part of me is it protecting?

     • What season of life is this tied to?

  3. Choose one compassionate action to take (and what that might look like).

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• Episode 113 with Kerstin Sheppard

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Ever feel like getting organized sounds amazing in theory but totally impossible in real life? Like, your brain knows a tidy digital system would save time and stress... but you’re too mentally fried to even think about where to start?

In this second episode of my four-part series on “The Real Cost of Disorganization,” we go deeper into why you still haven’t gotten started—even after shifting your mindset from episode one.

If overwhelm, distractions, or decision fatigue have you stuck, I want you to know: you’re not broken, you’re just overloaded. And this episode is your permission slip to take small, doable steps toward order (without the shame spiral).

I’ll walk you through four super simple strategies to finally get out of stuck mode, even when the idea of “getting organized” feels like a mountain you don’t have the energy to climb.

You’ll also hear real stories from listeners that prove you’re not alone in this struggle, and more importantly, that change is possible.

• Why disorganization isn’t your fault (and what’s really behind it)
• The truth about what clutter is silently costing you
• The three things creating your personal “overwhelm tornado”
• Four actionable steps to get organized, even if you’re mentally exhausted
• One hilarious (and oh-so-relatable) story about misplaced worksheets
• What support and systems actually look like in real life

• Free Workshop: Learn my organizing framework and the only 5 file folders you need to organize your entire business (and keep it that way!): https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files
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• Book a call: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments

This episode kicks off a powerful 4-part series I'm calling The Real Cost of Disorganization. You know disorganization costs you time and money (remember Ep. 120?), but there’s something even deeper, something sneakier at play.

It’s your stories.

The stories you believe about yourself… about your clutter… about what it all means. They’re keeping you stuck, overwhelmed, and maybe even avoiding that one drawer (you know the one).

In this episode, I read real, raw answers from listeners who replied to my email asking: What’s holding you back from getting organized? From shame to avoidance to ADHD and more, these stories are universal.

But they're also changeable. And I’ll show you how.

You're not lazy. You’re just believing a story.

Tune in to identify your story, find where it’s keeping you stuck, and hear tangible ways to start rewriting it.

This episode is part 1 in the series. Stay tuned each week as we unpack the emotional, mental, and financial cost of disorganization—and the freedom that comes when you get organized.

• Why disorganization is more than just clutter
• How guilt, shame, and avoidance sabotage your progress
• What neuroscience says about your brain’s “avoidance mode”
• Why being stuck can feel “safe” (but is secretly draining you)
• How to rewrite your story so you can take powerful action
• A mindset reframe that helps ADHD brains get organized
• How decluttering could actually give you more energy (what!?)
• Why your past attempts at organizing aren’t failures—they’re reps

Book a free Organizational Audit and let’s uncover exactly how getting organized can help you save time, sign more clients, and grow your business, starting now. Click here -->  https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments 

If your calendar looks like a cluttered junk drawer, jammed full of urgent to-dos and last-minute chaos, this episode is for you.

I sat down with Anna Dearman Kornick, time management coach and author of Time Management Essentials, to unpack how to actually manage your time in a way that feels aligned, flexible, and realistic.

Anna's background is fascinating: from orchestrating a US Congressman’s minute-by-minute schedule (even his wife had to book time with her!) to guiding universities through PR disasters—she's the queen of managing chaos.

Today, she helps ambitious professionals like you figure out how to run your schedule on your terms, instead of feeling like you’re always behind.

We cover everything from navigating overwhelm to creating an “ideal week” that prioritizes what matters most, without the guilt trip.

Get ready to shift your mindset around time management, learn how to build routines that actually work for you, and finally stop letting all the pebbles crowd out your big rocks.

• Why your calendar might look organized but still be a total disaster (and how to fix it)

• The difference between boulders, big rocks, and pebbles, and how to plan your week around them

• Anna’s surprisingly gentle approach to morning routines (no 5 AM sprints required!)

• How to build “chaos blocks” into your day so you’re prepared for the inevitable curveballs

• Anna's top tool for staying organized

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/121

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Ever thought, “Eh, being organized isn’t that big of a deal”? Spoiler: It’s probably costing you thousands. Or more!

In this episode, I’m cutting straight to it with a bold (and maybe uncomfortable) truth: your disorganization is flat out costing you money, and more than you think.

I’m sharing a story of a sweet colleague who said, “Tracy, I don’t care about finding files in seconds. I care about making money.”

She is so right. I needed this reminder.

But here’s the kicker: the only way you make more money is by NOT wasting time hunting for stuff, fixing mistakes, and letting opportunities slip because your backend’s a hot mess.

You make more money by prioritizing money-producing actions, executing an organized calendar, following the most efficient systems easily, finding things you need in seconds, and knowing you can confidently run (and scale!) your organized business. 

We’re diving into the five hidden ways disorganization is bleeding your business dry, from wasted hours to missed sales. I’m also sharing what to do instead, so you can finally scale, sign more clients, and (yes!) actually enjoy that freedom you started your business for.

If you’re tired of your business being duct-taped together, this one’s for you.

• Why wasting time searching for files is literally throwing money away (I do the math for you!)

• How being reactive instead of proactive means your competitors get your clients (Yikes)

• The reason messy systems make you look (and feel) less trustworthy, and cost sales

• Why you’ll hit a ceiling fast without streamlined systems

• The sneaky ways disorganization is draining your profits on tools, contractors, and mistakes

• The simplest first steps to get organized for real revenue growth

If you ever feel like your week is one giant scramble of client calls, last-minute tasks, tending to fires, and wondering what the heck you’re supposed to be doing next...you’re going to LOVE this episode.

I brought on Holly Haynes, a 7-figure business owner, productivity expert, and queen of batching, to break down exactly how she built her wildly successful business working only 8-10 hours a week (yep, seriously). She shares her signature CEO Week framework, how to create theme days, and why you absolutely need a “creative block” in your schedule.

We also dug into:

• How Holly went from working a corporate job with twins in kindergarten to building a 7-figure business in just 5 years.
• The simple formula of CEO Week: theme days + a creative block + a CEO day.
• What happens when your tasks spill over into other days (hint: it’s not the end of the world).
• The most common resistance people have when trying to implement theme days, and how to overcome it.
• Why your business should feel a little boring if it’s working right (yup).
• How she strategically added team members to shrink her calendar, not stretch it.
• Simple ways she plans her days to avoid feeling scattered and overwhelmed.

I also share where the resistance that comes up, and where I realized my boundaries had shifted, and how I was inspired to make changes.

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/119

After a dreamy trip to NYC with my daughter and gearing up for a summer full of lake days and mastermind meetups, I’m sharing ten unexpected truths about getting organized that most people never talk about.

Spoiler alert: if you’re spending hours digging for files, jumping between tools, or feeling major business burnout, this is a sign! You’re not broken, you’re just disorganized.

Let’s fix that.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why being “perfectly organized” is NOT the goal (and what is)
• The real cost of digital clutter—hint: it’s time, and it affects everything
• How systems = freedom (and not prison)
• The one thing you must do before hiring help
• Why your brain is not a filing cabinet and what to use instead
• How to treat organizing like a practice, after the project
• Why DIYing your organization is holding you back
• How being organized is a form of self-respect (YES, it is)

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What if your clutter isn’t just the stuff on your desk or the pile of old emails in your inbox?

What if clutter runs way deeper, showing up as fear, indecision, and impostor syndrome in your business?

In this episode, I’m diving into the psychology of clutter with Samantha Brown, professional organizer, coach, and host of The Pro Organizers Coach Podcast. Samantha and I are both organizers and coaches, and this conversation was a fun blend of mindset and practical strategies.

You’ll hear us discuss why clutter occurs in the first place, how it infiltrates your business, and, most importantly, how to finally release it so you can move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and freedom.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like your brain is running a million miles an hour… this episode will help you clear the mental clutter so you can get back to doing what you love.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The surprising link between physical clutter and mindset blocks
• How clutter creates “hot spots” in your business (and how to find them)
• Why perfectionism, fear of the unknown, and overthinking can keep you stuck
• How to “assign homes” for the thoughts that clutter your mind
• Why clarity leads to confidence (and more clients)
• The simple mindset shift that makes it easier to release what’s no longer serving you
• How failing faster can actually build your business faster
• Sneaky ways clutter hides in your offers, workflows, and systems

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/117

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We’re halfway through 2025 (yep, already), and if you’re like me, you might be feeling the pressure of those January or Q2 goals whispering, “So... how’s that going?”

In this episode, I’m slowing things down to share something that hit me on a four-mile walk in total silence (no podcasts, no audiobooks... just me and the Lord). It was this: Delight.

What would change in your business, or your life, if you focused less on fixing and more on delighting? If you celebrated the email you cleared, the system you created, the connection you made, instead of shaming yourself for not doing more?

I tell the story of a spontaneous fast with my church group, how delight showed up on a walk, and why we as coaches need to tap into this delicious delight more often. (Shoutout to Laura!)

We’re talking about delighting in the imperfect, the small wins, the unplanned connections, and even the digital decluttering process - yes, even THAT can be delightful.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• A sweet story from my Women to Women group (and why it led to a silent walk)
• What “delighting” even looks like in your organizing journey
• How I’m finding joy in visibility and new connections this year
• The surprising delight in reviewing old digital freebies and files
• How to shift from self-judgment to self-celebration
• Creative ways to over-celebrate your organizing wins
• How delight builds momentum in your organizing and your biz

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In this episode, I'm talking with Laura Conley about how to love your body, lose weight, and still run a bold, visible business. 

Okay… I don’t think I’ve ever had a conversation quite like this one on the podcast - eating, body image, weight loss goals, and running a business with all the visibility that comes with it. 

So, of course, I had to bring in Laura Conley, certified life and weight loss coach and founder of The Yummy Mummy Experience. This episode is packed with real talk, big mindset shifts, and so many mic-drop moments you’ll want to scribble down (or pause and replay ten times like I did).

We discuss what emotional eating truly is, how to recognize it without judgment, and how to work towards your goals with love and self-trust, rather than shame.

We discussed:

• Can you love your body AND want to lose weight?
• How your food chatter is showing up in your business
• Why it’s okay to want to feel HOT and what that means for your confidence
• Emotional eating as a check engine light and not a failure
• Delicious dopamine vs. detrimental dopamine
• How two outfits can seriously change your visibility game

Get ready to laugh, reflect, and walk away with tangible tools (and maybe a few new phrases like “glimmer hunting” and “delicious dopamine”). 

You’ll Learn:

• How emotional eating impacts your business energy and decision-making
• The secret to loving yourself and still wanting more for your health
• Why naming your “diet brain” might be the most freeing thing ever
• How to shift out of food as your only coping mechanism
• The power of celebrating yourself like a crazy person (trust us, it works)

For the full blog post, notes, links, and to connect with Laura, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/115

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You Thought You Were Just Organizing—But This Is What’s Really Happening

Have you ever started organizing your house, your office, your email inbox—thinking, “This time I’m going to be SO focused”… and suddenly, you’re crying?

Or maybe you just zone out. Two hours pass. Nothing’s done. You’re overwhelmed, discouraged, and the clutter’s still staring back at you.

That doesn’t mean you’re lazy. It doesn’t mean you’re disorganized. It means you’re coming up against the real work of organizing—and it has way more to do with your identity than your stuff.

In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I dive into what organizing is really about. Yes, it’s about decluttering and structure.

But more than that? It’s about who you’re becoming in the process.

Key points:

• Why organizing often triggers emotion, avoidance, or grief

• What your clutter is actually trying to tell you

• How identity stories like “I’ve always been messy” sabotage your progress

• Why letting go of old items is also about letting go of old versions of you

• How Organized Life Academy helps you rewrite those stories and become the calm, confident version of yourself

If you’ve ever felt like organization “should” be simple but it never feels that way, this episode will help you feel seen—and supported.

Doors to Organized Life Academy are open now for the rest of 2025!

Join at half price, get June FREE, and finally become the version of you who feels organized every day.

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/114

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Ever felt like your clutter was more than just stuff—it was a story about who you are?

That’s exactly what Kerstin Sheppard realized after joining Organized Life Academy. In this heart-opening interview, Kerstin shares how her journey from childhood beliefs of being “messy” to becoming an organized CEO transformed more than just her home—it shifted her identity.

She’s a content strategist from Melbourne who used to feel stuck in her clutter, even though she could plan complex vacations like a pro. You’ll love hearing how her mindset, motivation, and home radically changed when she stopped believing she didn’t deserve to be organized.

Get ready for insight after insight, relatable truths, and the kind of shift that just might change the way you see your own clutter...and your own identity.

We chat about:

• The belief that kept her stuck (and how she finally questioned it)

• How grief triggered her desire to declutter—and leave a legacy

• Why starting small (literally half a shelf!) is her new go-to strategy

• The moment she let go of her corporate wardrobe (and identity)

• How organizing is helping her build her new digital product

What you’ll learn:

• Why your identity might be sabotaging your organizing efforts

• How clutter affects your nervous system, productivity, and peace

• The power of planning and accountability (especially from the other side of the world!)

• Why letting go of physical stuff often requires letting go emotionally first

• How mindset work overlaps with organizing—every single time

I want to hear what YOUR biggest takeaway is. Message me and tag me on Instagram.

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/113

Ever feel like organizing means adding more to your plate? More lists, more tools, more tasks? What if I told you that getting organized might actually mean doing less?

In this episode, I’m sharing 10 things you can STOP doing right now to feel more in control of your life and business. These aren't just tips—they’re real-life habits that sneakily create clutter, chaos, and unnecessary stress.

Plus, I’m spilling the beans about something big launching soon...my Organized Life Academy is opening its doors on June 1st. Get in at HALF off for the rest of the year - one month free!

If you're constantly printing things you never read, ordering Instagram gadgets that disappoint, or moving the same pile from one surface to another, this one’s for you.

What you’ll learn:

• Why stopping might be the key to getting organized

• The truth about printing, buying, and dropping

• How your car, laundry room, and email habits are sabotaging your systems

• A hilarious sushi-making fail (and the lesson I learned)

• How emotional avoidance fuels disorganization

• What to do instead of saying “I don’t know”

Join the waitlist for Organized Life Academy now to get a special bonus when doors open on June 1st --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/waitlist

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/112

Michelle Gauthier—life coach for overwhelmed working women—joins me for an honest, funny, and energizing convo about what it takes to stop the hustle and start living and working from a place of peace.

We bonded over our love of organization and our eerily similar life paths (living in the same three states, fate, and a whole lot of serendipity!).

Michelle shares the story of her leap from corporate life into coaching, how she built belief in herself from scratch, and the systems she uses to help women achieve more by doing less.

We dive into the life-changing power of creating a "To-Don’t List,” setting boundaries like a boss, and making business decisions that actually support your life—not steal from it.

And yes, you’re going to want to make your own To-Don’t List right after this.

What you'll learn:

• What Michelle did before she had belief in herself—and how you can do it too

• Her “To-Don’t List” concept (and why it’s so freeing!)

• How to stop recreating your corporate job in your business

• The truth about working more to solve overwhelm (spoiler: it doesn’t work)

• Why you should never make your kids' lunches (ha—seriously, you’ll see)

• The Sunday system Michelle swears by to keep her week on track

• Tips to finally stop overbooking your calendar and start feeling peace!

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/111

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In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how to streamline your entire podcast pitching process—so it’s organized, sustainable, and actually fun.

This isn’t about just getting visible. It’s about building real connections that lead to collaborations, clients, and unexpected opportunities.

I walk you through my full system, including my custom podcast dashboard, a 35-minute screen-sharing workshop, and your new AI BFF—Pixie! She’s a GPT assistant that helps you brainstorm pitch-worthy topics, draft irresistible emails, and sound like a pro (even if you don’t feel like one...yet).

Here’s the truth: Pitching doesn’t have to be hard. You just need a process that works for you.

Ready to get organized and finally start pitching like a pro?

• The difference between visibility and connection—and why connection wins every time

• How to research podcasts that are actually aligned (without getting lost in the scroll)

• What to track when you're pitching (and how to keep it all organized in one spot)

• Why follow-up is everything—and how to do it without feeling pushy

• How to craft juicy, problem-solving topics that make podcast hosts say YES

• The structure of a high-converting podcast pitch email that won’t get ignored

• How Pixie (my custom GPT assistant) helps you pitch faster and better

For the full post, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/110

In this episode, Debbie Shadid shares the real story—no sugarcoating, no "just work 10 hours a week and it'll happen" myths. 

We talk about how she built her business from the ground up (before digital ads even existed!), what she’s had to rework to hit her next goals, and why it’s not about finding the “perfect” automation—it’s about showing up, building skills, and doing the work.

Debbie also gets honest about switching industries, embracing tech even when it was hard, and the mental shifts she had to make to stop "dabbling" and step fully into leadership. Plus, she gives practical advice for how YOU can start thinking about your business like a brick-and-mortar boutique—and why that mindset will change everything.

Here’s what we dive into:

• Debbie’s journey from publishing to coaching—and why her skills translated perfectly
• Why success takes more than a certification (hint: it’s sales, baby)
• The radical decision that changed everything in her business
• How to build systems BEFORE you think you’re ready
• Why a boutique mindset will totally change how you show up
• The real truth about working "easy" hours vs. working hard
• What it actually takes to make a million dollars

For all the notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/109

In this episode, I sit down with Kylie Kelly, host of the No Socials, No Worries podcast and founder of The Email Collab, who helps coaches, course creators, and service providers grow their email lists through relationship-based strategies, not reels and DMs. Kylie shares her personal journey from burnt-out wedding photographer to email marketing pro—and exactly how she makes collaborations her growth superpower.

We dive into how to ditch social without ditching your growth, how to use bundles, summits, and freebie swaps to grow your list, and how Kylie organizes it all without a team. Plus, we cover her “V2 Collaboration Framework” and how to choose the right strategies for long- and short-term list-building wins.

Thinking about quitting Instagram? This is your permission slip.

What you’ll learn:

• How Kylie grew her email list from zero to 600 in one event (without social media)

• Why social media made her feel stuck—and how she finally let it go

• What a 9-grid is and how she uses it as a digital storefront

• Her favorite high-converting collab strategies (summits, bundles, swaps)

• The #1 mistake people make when joining bundles (and how to avoid it)

• Kylie’s “V2 Collaboration Framework” for choosing smart list-building strategies

• How she organizes all her collaborations with a simple Google Sheet

• The real talk on FOMO, unsubscribes, and promo fatigue—and how to manage them

For the notes, links, and more -->  https://simplysquaredaway.com/108

Work with me: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments

Learn the only five folders I use to organize my business: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

If you're constantly hunting down files, re-downloading things, or wondering where in the world you saved that doc, this episode is your digital rescue plan.

I'm sharing the two simple habits I’ve been coaching on over and over lately—and they’ll help you actually stay organized after your initial digital cleanup. Whether you're just starting your organizing journey or you've got a shiny new file structure, these tips are your maintenance BFFs.

Plus, I’m breaking down:

• Why organizing is a project AND a lifestyle (yep, like eating veggies and flossing)

• The foundational mindset shift to think of organizing like a 12-week sprint

• My go-to Google Drive tip to save time and reduce decision fatigue

• What to do if your desktop is turning into a clutter crime scene

• How to download smarter (not just dump everything in "Downloads")

And if you’ve ever felt guilty seeing 94 PDFs piled on your screen...you’re not alone. But this episode gives you a no-shame plan to fix it.

💡What You’ll Learn:

• The two habits that will help you maintain your digital organization long-term

• Why you don’t need to be perfect—just consistent

• How to “name and home” like a pro

• How to adjust your habits based on your clutter tolerance

• Why maintenance routines (just like brushing your teeth) matter for your digital life

• How to use Tracy’s File Naming Formula and 5-File System to simplify everything

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/107

In this episode, I sit down with business coach Candy Motzek to unpack what’s really going on when the clients stop coming. From the real reason people don’t want “coaching” (spoiler: no one does) to the mindset shifts that get you back into momentum, this conversation is equal parts strategy and soul-search.

Whether you’re in a dry spell or just need to reignite your belief in your offer, Candy offers the wisdom, tools, and compassion every coach needs to hear.

We cover:

• How to shift out of discouragement and get back into aligned action

• Why people aren’t buying your “coaching package” (and what they do want)

• How to market research the right way (hint: use Amazon!)

• What gamifying your client-getting strategy might do for your energy

• Mindset hacks to fall back in love with your business again

• The surprising power of journaling and how to use it to get unstuck

• When to pivot your offer (and how to know it’s the right time)

What You’ll Learn:

• Why even great coaches hit dry spells—and how to handle them

• The #1 shift that will make your offer more sellable instantly

• What to ask your dream client to uncover irresistible copy

• The simple journaling prompt Candy swears by

• How to know if it’s time to pivot (or just repackage your offer)

For the full transcript, notes, links, and to connect with Candy Motzek, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/106

If so, you are going to LOVE this conversation with my past one-on-one coaching client, Laurie Smith.

Laurie is an author, a workshop leader, and a fierce advocate for flow. She lights up when she talks about creativity—but struggled behind the scenes to organize her growing business, especially as she landed a book deal with a major publisher (hello, Hay House!).

In this episode, Laurie gets real about what it’s like to run a creative business that’s scaling fast—and how disorganization was costing her more than just time. We talk about the emotional impact of digital clutter, the power of honoring how you're wired (instead of fighting it), and how she shifted into a CEO mindset… complete with a sticky-note wall, a customized bookmarks bar, and a little Beyoncé alter ego energy. 

Get ready for a warm, honest, and super-inspiring conversation that’ll make you want to spend the weekend organizing your bookmarks—and maybe your life.

What you'll hear in this episode:

• How Laurie knew it was time to invest in organization for business growth and how it impacted her creativity

• The surprising link between being organized and helping people feel safe

• Laurie’s “book baby” metaphor—and how she wanted to prepare for her third "child"

• Why the ability to find things is more important than having a Pinterest-perfect system

• What happened when she started building systems her way (she carried herself differently is one thing)

• The mindset shift that helped her stop judging herself for how she works

• Post-it walls, branding audits, and CEO alter egos (we cover it ALL)

For the notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/105

But first—a little reminder: the doors to Organized Coach Academy are officially OPEN. This is your sign if you’re craving calm, order, and confidence in your business. Want to stop wasting time, find what you need fast, and finally get that scribbly mess out of your brain? Then, let’s do this together.

Organized Coach Academy's deal of the century ends today, so join now by clicking here.

I even pulled out some recent student wins to give you a peek behind the scenes (and to show you what’s possible when you organize your biz like a pro).

Then, we dive into the power of one—one tab, one task, one Post-it. I walk you through how this approach helps you ditch distractions and get stuff DONE. Think of this as your brain’s best friend, especially if you're prone to hopping from idea to idea like it's your job.

If you're ready to feel in control and love your systems, this episode is for you.

• What real students are saying about Organized Coach Academy (and why they're loving the checklists)
• How the “power of one” helps reduce mental clutter
• A simple Post-it note trick to instantly increase your focus
• What to do when 47 browser tabs (or brain tabs) are fighting for your attention
• Why clarity is a kindness to your future self
• How this one trick changed my day (and how it can change yours)

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/104

Feeling like there’s never enough time in the day? Struggling to get (and stay) organized? You’re not alone!

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how AI can be a game-changer in productivity—but only if your business is organized first. I’m sharing my proven three-part organizing framework and showing you exactly how to layer AI on top to 10X your efficiency.

Here’s what we cover: ✅ Why productivity feels hard (and how to fix it) ✅ The three-part framework for organizing your business: your mind, computer, and processes ✅ The truth about AI: why no tool will save you if your business is a mess ✅ How to layer AI into your workflow to accelerate results ✅ What’s really costing you time—and how to reclaim hours every week

If you’ve ever wasted time searching for a file, felt overwhelmed by decision fatigue, or wondered how to use AI without adding more chaos to your business, this episode is a must-listen!

🎧 Tune in and let’s get your business streamlined!

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/103

Are you making this mistake when trying to be more productive with AI?

If you've been adding AI into your workflow but still feel overwhelmed and scattered, you're not alone. In fact, most coaches are making one major mistake that’s keeping them stuck in a cycle of busywork instead of true productivity.

In this episode, I’m diving into what productivity really means and why jumping into AI tools without an organized business is actually making things worse. If you feel like you’re spinning your wheels despite all the automation hacks out there, this episode is for you.

And—if you’re catching this episode live—my AI-Powered Productivity Training is happening tomorrow, March 19! Don’t miss it: https://simplysquaredaway.com/ai

• The #1 mistake coaches make when trying to be productive with AI
• Why doing more isn’t the same as being productive
• How to create sustainable systems before layering in AI
• Simple ways to structure your business so AI actually works for you
• Three key areas to organize before automating anything

• FREE AI-Powered Productivity Training: simplysquaredaway.com/AI
• The 5 Folders I Use to Organize My Business: simplysquaredaway.com/5files
• Get the File Naming Formula Cheatsheet: simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc

• Join the training tomorrow! simplysquaredaway.com/AI
• Work with Me: simplysquaredaway.com/appointments
• Follow me on Instagram: @tracyhoth

For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to:  https://simplysquaredaway.com/102

What if your course had its own personal assistant working 24/7 to help your students finish what they started... and actually have fun doing it?

That's exactly what I'm building inside Organized Coach Academy—custom AI bots in every module guiding my students step by step, making the whole process smoother, faster, and way less overwhelming.

And today? I'm pulling back the curtain to show you exactly how I'm doing it.

In this episode, I'm sharing how ChatGPT helped me brainstorm custom AI bots for each module of my program, how I'm integrating them to make the course 10x more helpful, and how YOU can use this same strategy to create an incredible, guided experience inside your own course or coaching program.

Because here's the truth: If your students are getting stuck halfway through… If they’re ghosting your community… If they’re overwhelmed trying to figure out "where to even start"...

This episode is going to fire you up with ideas to fix that.

• How AI bots are making Organized Coach Academy feel like a “mini me” is helping every step of the way
• Exactly what my bots are doing in each module (and how you can copy it)
• The ChatGPT prompts I used to brainstorm my bots
• How to use AI to reduce overwhelm and speed up student results
• How even 1:1 coaches can use this strategy
• Three questions to identify exactly where your clients are getting stuck

• Work with Me: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments
• Learn the Only Five Folders I Use To Organize My Business: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files
• Get the File Naming Formula Cheatsheet: https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc
• Connect on Social: https://www.instagram.com/tracyhoth

AI is everywhere—but is it actually useful for online business owners and coaches?

In this episode, I’m breaking down AI from an organizer’s perspective. I’ll share

• the pros and cons,
• my real-life experience with AI (including the time it totally failed me), and
• the three (maybe four) ways I’m using it right now to streamline my business.

Plus, I’ll explain how I finally upgraded from the free version of ChatGPT (spoiler: I resisted for a while!) and why I created a custom GPT to write podcast scripts for me… except when it totally backfired. 🤦‍♀️

And don’t forget—registration is open for my upcoming workshop: 💡 AI-Powered Productivity: How Coaches & Online Business Owners Can Organize Without the Overwhelm 🗓️ March 19, 2024 📍 Register here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/ai

✅ The biggest pros and cons of using AI as an online business owner ✅ How AI helps me brainstorm, organize, and create content faster ✅ Why I upgraded to the paid version of ChatGPT (and whether it’s worth it) ✅ The AI tool that deleted 15 minutes of my work (and how to avoid my mistake!) ✅ The one thing you MUST do before relying on AI-generated outlines ✅ A fun way to personalize your ChatGPT experience (hint: nicknames!)

• AI-Powered Productivity Workshop – https://simplysquaredaway.com/ai
• Create Your Own Brand Book for less than $100! - https://bit.ly/43jkwmp (affiliate link)
• DM me and share how you use AI: https://www.instagram.com/tracyhoth

• Work with Me: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments
• Learn the Only Five Folders I Use To Organize My Business: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files
• Get the File Naming Formula Cheatsheet: https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc
• Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyhoth

We made it to 100 episodes! 🎉

I can’t believe I’m saying this. Whether you've been here from the beginning or this is your first time listening—THANK YOU. Every download, share, and message has meant the world to me.

When I started this podcast, my goal was to help coaches and business owners simplify and systemize—to take the skills I used as a professional organizer and apply them to online businesses. And now, here we are, 100 episodes later, diving into one of the most important themes in organization: letting go.

Letting go of: ✔ Physical and digital clutter ✔ Time-wasting habits ✔ Overcomplicated workflows ✔ Mindset blocks that keep us stuck

And so much more. In this episode, we’re tackling 100 things to let go of so you can create more space, clarity, and freedom in your life and business. But don’t worry, I’m not rattling off a list of 100 things—I’ve broken them into 10 categories and added personal stories to bring them to life. See the full list below.

Pick a few that resonate with you, commit to releasing them, and then tag me on Instagram and share what you’re letting go of!

✔ The surprising way physical clutter keeps you mentally stuck ✔ The digital clutter stealing your time and focus (hello, 100 open tabs 🙈) ✔ Business habits that slow your growth and keep you overwhelmed ✔ The perfectionism trap and how to release it ✔ How to free yourself from mindset blocks and emotional clutter ✔ Why saying no is the ultimate productivity hack

Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 file folders you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

💰 Feeling overwhelmed by your business finances? You’re not alone!

Today on The Organized Coach Podcast, I’m joined by Mark Butler, founder of Let’s Do the Books. Mark is a bookkeeper, CFO, and financial coach who has worked with some of the biggest names in the coaching industry. He’s here to break down the difference between bookkeeping and accounting, explain why keeping track of your numbers doesn’t have to be stressful, and share why hiring a bookkeeper might be the best decision for your business.

In this episode, we cover:

✅ The key differences between bookkeeping and accounting (and why you need both!) ✅ The biggest mistakes coaches make when managing their finances ✅ How to simplify your bookkeeping (even if you’re just starting out) ✅ Why separating your personal and business finances is a game-changer ✅ When it’s time to hire a bookkeeper and how Mark’s unique sliding-scale pricing makes it accessible ✅ My experience with my own finances then and now

Mark’s service has completely changed how I handle my finances—it’s simple, streamlined, and stress-free. If you’re ready to get your books in order, you won’t want to miss this episode!

👉 Learn more about Mark’s bookkeeping service at letsdothebooks.com

(I've been using this service for five years and cannot speak highly enough about it. If you decide to join, thank you for writing Tracy Hoth in the "who referred you" line.)

Your Next Steps:

• Work with Me: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments
• Learn the Only Five Folders I Use To Organize My Business: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files
• Get my File Naming Formula Cheatsheet: https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc
• Connect on Social: https://www.instagram.com/tracyhoth
• Organize and Systemize Your Business in Organized Coach Academy: https://simplysquaredaway.com/oca 

Are you overwhelmed by digital chaos? Let’s fix it!

In this episode, I chat with Shawn Lemon, founder of The Digital Organizer, about how to conquer digital clutter, create systems that stick, and boost your own productivity. If your email inbox is overflowing, your files are scattered across platforms, or you're drowning in passwords, Shawn has the insights to help you take control.

We dive into topics like:

• Why digital organization matters: The surprising ways clutter creates stress you didn’t even realize you had.
• Streamlining your tools: How to decide on a “home base” for files and avoid using too many platforms or apps.
• Shawn’s expert tips: From achieving Inbox Zero to managing your photos and automating tasks, Shawn shares actionable steps to make your systems work for you.
• Behind the scenes: How Shawn keeps his own life and business organized, from his Asana setup to ditching apps that distract him.

Shawn also shares his journey from working at Apple to founding The Digital Organizer and his strategies for managing ADHD while staying productive.

If you’re ready to organize your digital life and gain back your focus, this episode is for you! Check out Shawn’s file organization guide at thedigitalorganizer.com/toc.

Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 file folders you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

Today, I’m sharing ten actionable ways to streamline your business and reclaim your time. The key? Focus on one step at a time, and celebrate how far you’ve already come. 

Let’s dive in:

• Start Your Day with Purpose: Each morning, read your top 3 goals and vision statement. Get intentional, feel the energy, and embody the success you’re working toward.
• Embrace the Power of One: Choose a single hub for files, tools, or even your wardrobe—it’s all about reducing decisions and creating clarity.
• Make a Home for Everything: Whether it’s physical items or digital files, assign clear, logical homes. Tidying becomes a breeze!
• Conduct a Time Audit: Track where your time goes and identify swaps for high-impact activities. It’s a game-changer.
• Set Up Shortcuts: From browser bookmarks to AI tools, prioritize systems that save time and reduce repetitive tasks.

Want even more? Listen in for tips on time swapping, applying the 80/20 rule, reducing context switching, using filters, and scheduling time to think and dream.

🌟 Pick only one of these strategies to implement this week—your future self will thank you!

Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 file folders you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

Ever wondered how to instill organizational habits in your kids? This episode is a special one—my son, Cayden, joins me to share his unique insights and experiences on staying organized.

From growing up in a small room to mastering decluttering and routines, Cayden reveals the strategies that shaped him into the organized person he is today.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:

• Decluttering as a Lifestyle: Learn Cayden's simple yet effective approach to purging items regularly—without regrets!
• The Power of Routines: How small, consistent habits like making your bed can transform your day and mindset.
• Practical Tips for Parents: Insights on leading by example, creating systems, and involving kids in organizing their spaces.
• Cayden's Accident and Recovery Journey: A powerful story of resilience and how organization played a role in his healing.
• Actionable Steps You Can Take Today: Cayden’s advice on starting small—like tackling that silverware drawer!

As a bonus, we touch on using tools like bookmarks bars and calendars to stay digitally organized, and why keeping your space tidy creates peace of mind.

Ready to take your organizational game to the next level? Join me in the Organized Life Academy 2025 and build routines that work for you and your family.

📩 Links Mentioned:

• Organized Life Academy 2025
• Connect with me on Instagram: @tracyhoth

🎧 Tune in now and get inspired to declutter, simplify, and create a peaceful space for you and your family!

Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 file folders you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

Have you ever struggled with setting goals but found it hard to stay consistent? I’ve been there!

This week, I’m sharing my takeaways from The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington, a method helping me finally follow through on my goals with focus and urgency.

In this episode, I break down the core idea of treating every 12 weeks as a full year—complete with its own goals, plans, and accountability. I’ll guide you through how this system works, from creating a compelling vision that ties your personal and professional dreams together, to breaking big goals into manageable weekly tactics.

Along the way, I share how I’m applying the 12 Week Year to my own life—whether it’s health, business, or relationships—and the lessons I’ve already learned about staying consistent and accountable.

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels or overwhelmed by endless to-dos, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you focus on what matters most. By simplifying your goals, committing to weekly action, and building in accountability, you can start seeing real progress.

I can’t wait for you to dive in and discover how this system can transform your goals, too!

Need help implementing a system like this? Visit SimplySquaredAway.com/appointments to connect with me. Let’s make those goals a reality!

Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 file folders you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

Ever wondered what it takes to pull off a successful Black Friday campaign? I’m sharing my behind-the-scenes process, lessons learned, and strategies to help you organize and launch your next promotion with confidence.

In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I’m giving you a detailed debrief of my 2024 Black Friday campaign. I’ll walk you through my step-by-step process for organizing and launching the campaign using strategies I learned from Gemma Bonham-Carter's 'Black Friday in a Box' program. From planning and setting goals to staying focused, I’ll share actionable tips that can help you simplify your next big promotion. 

I’ll also talk about the challenges I faced during the campaign—like crafting offers that truly resonated with my audience and balancing all my responsibilities as a business owner. I’ll break down the details of the products I sold, what worked, what didn’t, and how I analyzed the results to improve for the future. My honest reflections are packed with lessons you can apply to your own marketing efforts.

Finally, I’m sharing the joy I found in creating meaningful products, including testimony from Jennie Nash, and connecting with my audience throughout the process. I’ll leave you with encouragement and practical advice to help you launch your own campaigns with confidence and purpose.

Whether it’s your first Black Friday or you’re looking to make your next one better, this episode is full of insights to help you succeed!

Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 file folders you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to build a six-figure coaching business while juggling life’s ups and downs?

In this special episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing my very first State of the Union address—an honest look at the wins, challenges, and lessons from 2024, plus an exciting glimpse at what’s ahead.

This year has been filled with milestones I never thought I’d achieve: client transformations that brought me to tears, the launch of new products that help coaches stay organized, and hosting a live event that with my incredible LIFE Academy community.

On the personal side, I created my first vision board (and am watching it come to life!) and enjoyed a memorable trip to Europe.

But there were also challenges—moments of inconsistency, struggles with email writing, and learning to embrace growth through discomfort.

Looking ahead to 2025, I’m setting bold goals, including integrating AI tools into Organized Coach Academy and creating and expanding my digital product shop. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: staying organized isn’t just about productivity—it’s about creating space for clarity, purpose, and joy in both your business and your life.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How I overcame obstacles to reach six figures as a coach
• My biggest wins from 2024, from professional milestones to personal breakthroughs
• The mindset shifts and strategies I’m using to tackle challenges and step into growth

Tune in to reflect on your own journey, gain practical insights, and walk away inspired to make 2025 your best year yet!

Ready to organize your business's digital files? To learn the ONLY 5 files you need, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files 

If not, you’re in for a treat! In this exciting episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I sit down with Christina Lenkowski, a dynamic expert in pitching and visibility, to help you create a visibility strategy that works.

Christina shares ideas beyond pitching to podcasts to grow your reach in 2025. She breaks down the concept of a "pitch sprint" and explains how to consistently get your message in front of new audiences—yes, even if you're an introvert!

Learn why tracking your visibility is critical and a super simple way to get started today, and how to make small, regular efforts that add up to big wins.

Of course, I ask many specific questions to help you immediately start creating and executing your visibility plan.

➡️ Join us in Organized Life and Organized Coach Academy today! To find all the best discount links and to connect with Christina, go to https://simplysquaredaway.com/92

Ready to organize your business's digital files? Watch the free training to learn the ONLY 5 files you need at: https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

Are you not as organized as you want to be? If so, this The Organized Coach Podcast episode will be your lifeline!

It starts with a powerful testimony from Lori, who has been in Organized Life Academy for less than a month. She shares how and why she went from overwhelmed to hopeful in this short time.

Then, Jessica Triphahn Blohm, a member of both Organized Life Academy and Organized Coach Academy, shares her journey from finding and listening to the podcast to joining both Organized LIFE Academy and Organized COAH Academy. 

We dive deep into what she's learning, why she prioritizes the calls, and how she feels about the communities. Jessica shares how she's planning more efficiently, organizing areas of her home, and setting realistic goals.

Organized Life Academy is open now! Get in for 2025 and join us as we implement the 12-Week Year into our planning calls and focus on decluttering and implementing routines in 2025. Plus, you can join our second annual live event in April.

I've created a combo package for both programs if you want to follow in Jessica's footsteps, fully invest in yourself, and streamline your life and business in 2025.

Get ready for actionable advice, uplifting stories, and insights that will encourage you to take the next step toward your goals, one organized moment at a time!

➡️ Go here for the full transcript, notes, links, and more: https://simplysquaredaway.com/91 

➡️ Ready to organize your business and digital files? Go to https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files to watch my free on-demand training to learn the ONLY 5 files you need.

What do you do when your business launch falls flat? As entrepreneurs, we pour our hearts into our work, but what happens when the results don’t match the effort? 

In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most challenging aspects of business ownership: staying motivated and finding joy in the face of unmet expectations.

Joining me is Mel Selcho, a marketing expert and stage four breast cancer survivor whose journey is nothing short of remarkable. Mel shares her unique perspective on navigating setbacks with grace and resilience. 

Together, we explore how to interpret your numbers without letting them define you, borrow success strategies from other areas of life, and determine what you truly want from your entrepreneurial journey. 

Whether you’re facing a tough season or simply want to prepare for the ups and downs of business ownership, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable advice.

We dive into practical steps for moving forward when you feel stuck, how to evaluate your current strategies with clarity, and knowing when it’s time to pivot. Mel’s ability to draw lessons from her personal and professional experiences is both inspiring and empowering. Her strategies will challenge you to rethink your relationship with failure and refocus on what truly matters.

Plus, I share an exciting announcement about the Organized Life Academy’s 2025 focus and how we’re using the 12-Week Year to break our goals into manageable chunks, stay motivated, and achieve remarkable progress.

Don’t miss this episode, which is filled with heartfelt encouragement, actionable insights, and the tools you need to overcome obstacles with joy and purpose.

Click here for the full transcript, notes, links, and more.

Ready to organize your business and digital files? Watch my free on-demand training to learn the ONLY 5 files you need!

THEN... Get ready to approach your finances with confidence and ease! In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, Tracy interviews Shana and Vanessa, the “Budget Besties,” who have turned their friendship into a mission to redefine personal finance.

They share all their practical strategies that can transform your thoughts about money. 

They also share their journey from best friends to business partners and introduce their innovative digital budget system (one of my favorite words!), modernizing the traditional envelope system. The conversation covers their passion for helping women organize their finances, manage money with intention, and achieve financial goals through automation and strategic planning.

Shana and Vanessa highlight the importance of creating a practical, customizable budget system. They discuss how to automate (another favorite word of mine) finances for simplicity and how to use tools like bank apps to stay consistent.

If you are ready to prioritize money, join their Money Makeover Bootcamp, which will run from December 30th to January 3rd. The boot camp is designed to help you gain clarity, confidence, and control over your financial future.

Click here for the full transcript, notes, links, and more.

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In this episode, guest expert Temetria McVea shares her journey of breaking free from a life of "shoulds" and stepping boldly into a life aligned with her deepest desires. From selling her suburban home to embracing city living to leaving the corporate world for a full-time coaching career, Temetria's story is a powerful example of what’s possible when clarity meets courage.

Temetria introduces her signature Curate Your Life process, designed to help women in midlife and transition craft a vision for their future that feels both authentic and exciting. She walks us through defining a clear and detailed vision, identifying actionable steps to achieve it, and revisiting that vision as life evolves. Packed with actionable tips—like creating vision boards, setting 90-day goals, and journaling—this episode offers a roadmap for anyone ready to pivot toward a life that truly resonates.

But bold transitions aren’t without their challenges. Temetria opens up about navigating doubts, decision fatigue, and the fear of judgment when pursuing ambitious dreams. She shares how understanding your “why” can motivate you and how surrounding yourself with a supportive network can make all the difference.

Whether considering a career shift, reimagining your living situation, or simply craving more alignment in your day-to-day life, this episode will inspire you to dream big and take actionable steps toward the life you want. Join us for this rich conversation and start curating your best life today!

Ready to curate your life? Tune in now!

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Missed a deal? Couldn't decide? Wish you would've bought it?

Now's your chance.

ALL deals are back and available for 24 hours.

PLUS, I've added payment plans.

PLUS, I've added Organized Life Academy into the mix.

Visit this page for payment plans and links to purchase all products for 24 hours.

• The Idea Dashboard
• Business Organizing Intensive (only 1 spot left)
• Organized Coach Academy (with payment plan option)
• Organized Life Academy (with payment plan option)
• 2025 Goldmine Workflow
• Million Dollar Office

Also, in this episode, I share my favorite thought, "I'm 100% all in," and how it has helped me overcome uncertainty, doubt, and second-guessing when I've made big decisions. I share my example of using this thought in my Black Friday campaign and when I decided to get my life coach certification.

If you are "100% all in" on organizing your life and/or your business, I have the deals to help you make that a reality. Shop here.

See you inside!

Thursday's Deal of the Day: Million Dollar Office Bundle

Purchase the Deal of the Day by clicking here.

Ready to create an office that supports your flow, efficiency, and productivity? This deal unlocks my exclusive bundle: two courses and a private call.

💥 Organize Your Office Course—Transform your physical space into an organized, inspiring environment where you can focus and thrive.

💥 Organize Your Paper Course—Say goodbye to paper clutter with a clear system for managing every piece of paper in your life.

💥 Private 60-Minute Call With Me—Schedule within the next three months when you need it most.

💥 Links to the organizing products I use and recommend

💥 Resources to help you organize your paper files and reduce paper coming into your home/office.

💥 Tour of my office spaces

💥 Solutions that have worked for hundreds of my clients

When you walk into your office and finally feel calm, organized, and spacious (no matter the size of your space), you can focus on your business, clients, and results.

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Thursday's Deal of the Day: 2025 Goldmine Workflow

Purchase the Deal of the Day by clicking here.

This bundle will help you create and master a routine of high-impact, revenue-generating activities. It is perfect for busy entrepreneurs who want to streamline their revenue strategy.

✔️ My 2025 Planning Calendar (the PDF + Canva template) plus tutorial

✔️ Goldmine Workflow Mini-Course (a step-by-step tutorial to help you build a money-making routine that fits your unique business.)

✔️ Productivity tips to maximize workflow execution, turning focus into financial growth.

✔️ A list of 50 targeted marketing task ideas designed to generate leads and drive consistent income

When you learn how to create, execute, tweak, and repeat this process, you'll grow a skill and watch your income grow with your very own Goldmine Workflow!

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Wednesday's Deal of the Day: Organized Coach Academy

Purchase the Deal of the Day by clicking here.

My signature course is for business owners who want to stop wasting time, become disorganized and frustrated, and find it difficult to find what they need. Set up clear structures and systems and experience more calm and confidence in as little as six weeks!  

WHAT'S INCLUDED: 

Click here to learn more on the OCA sales page. (but purchase using the yellow link on the Black Friday Sales Page)

Six modules showing you how to organize your:

• Mind - Think like an organized CEO
• Computer - Set up simple file structures
• Digital Assets - Access everything you need in ONE place
• Time - Get clear on what tasks move the needle and execute them
• Systems - Document your processes to improve efficiency and/or hand off to an assistant
• Launch - Document the thing that makes you money!

Bonuses include:

➡️ 2 Live group calls with me every month. ➡️ Organize Your Canva ➡️ Create your CEO schedule ➡️ Private Community ➡️ LIFETIME ACCESS

You'll get clear, step-by-step guidance to organize your business—tailored for all brain types. Say goodbye to overwhelm and confusion as you finally find everything you need, exactly when you need it, saving your brain power for what matters most!

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Tuesday's Deal of the Day: The Business Organizing Intensive

Purchase the Deal of the Day by clicking here.

You probably don't realize the drastic difference having these three areas organized will make in your business... and your confidence.

A private three-hour call with me on Zoom to set up your...

🎉 Business Dashboard - (Included and unavailable for purchase anywhere else). Every link, asset, and expense in your business is organized here.

🎉 Digital file organizational structure - Know where things are on your computer and find what you need in seconds.

🎉 Bookmarks Bar - This is the most fun and will save you the most time! Learn all of my secrets.

⭐️ We'll screen share on Zoom. ⭐️ Learn all of my efficiency tips and hacks. ⭐️ Don't worry about tech. I can help with that.

This is just the organizing jumpstart you need! You'll be able to work more efficiently. When I help clients with this, they are in awe and wonder how they ran their businesses without it.

(Use within 6 months of purchase.)

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Monday's Deal of the Day: The IDEA Dashboard

Purchase the Deal of the Day by clicking here.

No more scraps of paper, Post-It notes, random lists, or trying to find where you wrote that thing you wanted to remember...

✅ ONE location for all of your ideas in ONE customizable, searchable Google Sheet

✅ Tutorial videos showing you exactly how to set up and customize your Idea Dashboard in less than 60 minutes

✅ Free live implementation group call on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, @ 4:00 PM CT. This call will be recorded.

✅ Top 25 list of the most popular idea categories

✅ 3 bonus call recordings of me customizing, sharing ideas, and answering questions.

✅ Instructions on how to use on the go - anywhere, anytime - on your smartphone or device.

So you stop wasting time and energy searching through Post-its, scattered papers, and endless journal pages. Use the power of ONE system to organize your ideas, reduce decision fatigue, and give your brain the clarity it craves!

"Thank you so much for your amazing Idea Dashboard. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that it changed my life. In a VERY good way! First, I learned how to use Google Sheets more efficiently. Even the clever way you use emojis to identify the tabs was new to me. So helpful. Thank you for that! ...Since I started using your idea tracker, everything seems so much more manageable. I just had to share my gratitude and excitement with you. Hard to believe it was so inexpensive. Thank you!" - Mary Debono, Movement + Mindset Coach

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Ever wish you had an assistant who could tackle any question, brainstorm fresh ideas, or find the answer to just about anything in minutes?

Imagine having a tool that can eliminate bottlenecks, free up mental space, and keep you moving forward with clarity. We do! AI.

In today’s episode, Kelly and I continue our conversation as she shares the remaining time-saving ways to use AI in your business. 

6. Review your work: AI can help you improve conversion, grammar check, and incorporate a framework (Blue Ocean Strategy, Storybrand Copywriting, Hooked Mode)

7. Social Media: Create content calendars, pull quotes from transcripts, and find the most engaging content from your program or a video.

8. Finish a course: Ask ChatGPT to help you devise a plan to complete and implement the content of a course you purchased

9. Brainstorm lead magnet ideas and formats: AI can help you create a lead magnet to attract your ideal clients. Tell it to ask you as many questions as it needs, one question at a time, to get the necessary info to begin a brainstorming session for a lead magnet.  Ask it to help you with the details. 

10. Research: Try the tool Perplexity to identify facts vs hallucinations. 

Kelly and I couldn't stop there. Listen to the end, where we were on fire and shared even more ways to use AI. 

Click here for the full transcript, notes, links, and to get Kelly's free course.

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Also, I'm hosting my first Black Friday: 5 Days. 5 Deals. There will be new bundles and offers - one deal per day! When you join the waitlist, you'll receive a gift --> my Holiday Planning Workshop <-- for FREE!

Have you ever felt overwhelmed, drowning in tasks, struggling to find time for everything, or constantly battling overwhelm? 

In today’s episode, I sit down with Kelly Fifield, a productivity coach and former math teacher, to discuss how she transformed her approach to time management—from constant chaos to feeling in complete control of her calendar. From sleepless nights on dorm floors to confidently juggling multiple jobs, Kelly shifted her relationship with time and today helps others do the same.

We dive into the world of AI and how it’s revolutionizing productivity. Kelly reveals some of her favorite ways to use AI tools like ChatGPT to simplify her workflow—whether troubleshooting tech issues or crafting content. She shares how AI can be a virtual assistant, tackling those pesky problems that usually drain our time and energy.

From writing code to debugging issues, the possibilities of AI might surprise you. We break down Kelly's top ten recommendations for incorporating AI into your business in a simple, cost-effective, and practical way.

If you’re new to AI or even if you’re already dabbling, this conversation is packed with actionable tips to help you use these tools to automate tasks, boost productivity, and save time. Tune in to discover how to take your tech game to the next level with a few easy adjustments.

1. Tech Help: Being stuck or facing a tech challenge is your signal to go to AI to solve our problem. Paste code, take screenshots, and solve your tech problems and questions in seconds.
2. Call Notes: Kelly suggests using AI tools to quickly locate features and provide detailed notes, even generating action items and follow-ups from meeting transcripts.
3. Email Writing: AI can help streamline responses and email sequences. To keep the tone authentic, you can upload examples of your previous emails for AI to analyze your style.
4. Content Summarization: Use AI to create show notes or summaries of long transcripts. This approach works for podcasts, webinars, and client session notes.
5. Assessment Creation: For presentations or courses, AI can craft thoughtful assessments based on your slides or transcripts, whether multiple-choice, short-answer, or true/false.

In closing, I share how I would organize it using all of In In an AI folder with bookmarked links to your tools and a central document containing prompts, tone-of-voice examples, and critical client info. This structure provides quick access to references when using AI in business.

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This is the place to be if you’re ready to transform your year with effective routines, decluttering habits, and new skills. Don’t wait for the support and structure to make 2025 your best, most organized year yet! Click here to get the early bird bonuses.

What does it really mean to be organized? It’s simple: Knowing what you have and being able to find it when you need it. This clear definition sets the stage for all things organization. 

In this episode, I’m breaking down five crucial skills for beginners and experts that help you achieve and maintain that clarity.

The five skills we’ll cover are essential for anyone on their organization journey: 

• prioritizing, 
• decision making, 
• system creation, 
• developing a maintenance mindset and 
• building adaptability. 

I offer practical, actionable tips for each, from how to prioritize projects without feeling overwhelmed, to developing a “keep or let go” mindset that makes decision-making easier, to creating systems that simplify your routines.

As we wrap up, I encourage you to focus on just one skill to start—whatever resonates most with your current needs. Even minor improvements in one area can significantly affect how organized and efficient you feel. 

Plus, don’t forget to check out the Organized Life Academy 2025, where you can further develop these skills with the help of a supportive community and me, a 16-year professional organizer and certified life coach leading you every step of the way!

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Feeling unprepared? That's actually the perfect time to begin. 

In this episode, I unpack why not being ready may be your greatest ally in the journey toward a more organized life. 

I open up about my own experiences of diving into new ventures unprepared (not ready) and how those instances brought unexpected success. 

We’ll explore the idea that momentum and action build readiness, not the other way around. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, I’ll help you shift your mindset from 'I can’t' to 'I can,' and discuss why our biggest growth happens outside our comfort zones. 

Discover why Organized Life Academy 2025 is a game-changer, providing a supportive environment where you learn by doing, even if you don’t feel ready.

It’s time to streamline your tasks, organize your home, and get started right where you are.

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Registration opens in one week, on October 29, 2024. Those on the waitlist will receive early bird pricing and special bonuses.

Are you a routine person or looking to build better habits? 

In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I, Tracy Hoth, dive into the power of routines and how they are critical to an organized life and business. 

Learn how routines can reduce decision fatigue, create structure, and boost productivity, helping you stay focused even when life gets chaotic. 

I'll share personal insights on how to build consistent, simple, and flexible routines that align with your purpose.

We’ll tackle common challenges like perfectionism, overwhelm, fear of change, and self-doubt, offering practical strategies to break through these blocks. 

Whether you’re focusing on routines for business growth, personal health, or family organization, I’ll walk you through actionable steps to help you create and maintain routines that stick.

Join the Organized Life Academy 2025 waitlist for the early bird pricing and bonuses when registration opens on October 29, 2024. OLA 2025 is where we’ll focus on building one new routine each month to help you reach your goals.

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If you've ever felt overwhelmed by clutter or stuck in your efforts to get organized, Beverly "Pete" Thornton's story will speak directly to your heart.

As a member of the Organized Life Academy, Pete shares the real-life challenges she faced and the major wins along the way. From transforming a chaotic multipurpose room into a welcoming space for guests to tackling her office supply obsession (can you relate?), Pete opens up about the emotional process of letting go—especially regarding her grandmother’s and great aunt’s sentimental keepsakes.

With the support of coaching and our community, Pete didn’t just declutter her space—she transformed her mindset. She found freedom in releasing what no longer served her, and in doing so, she made room for what truly matters.

In this episode, you’ll hear how monthly planning, mindset shifts, and the power of community helped Pete create a more harmonious home and life.

She also shared her favorite things about Organized Life Academy and the live event we had in 2024.

Get on the Organized Life Academy waitlist for 2025 by clicking here.

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Do you struggle to organize your home? Are you overwhelmed and unable to get started?

Today, I’m starting a series dedicated to organizing your home and personal life.

I break down the organizing process into five foundational steps: Sort, Purge, Assign Homes, Set Limits, and Maintain, collectively referred to as SPASM. These steps are applicable to physical spaces, mental workloads, projects, and even time and your calendar. 

Drawing from my personal experiences, such as organizing my attic space and closet this month AND working with 100's of clients over the past 16 years as a professional organizer, I discuss how to initiate an organizing project in spaces that impact your daily life and the importance of scheduling time and involving others in the organizing process. 

Additionally, I talk about the value of mindset shifts to overcome feelings of overwhelm during the organizing journey.

Join the waitlist for the Organized Life Academy 2025 to learn more and gain access to exclusive bonuses when we open for the 2025 enrollment on October 29th!

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Welcome to The Organized Coach podcast! I’m joined by money coach Germaine Foley, who explains her simple yet powerful approach to managing money. 

Whether navigating personal finances or running a business, Germaine’s strategies will help you enjoy life AND build wealth.

In this episode, Germaine introduces us to her three-bucket system and the Wealthy Woman’s Cashflow System, designed to make money management less stressful and more intentional. We also discuss fundamental mindset shifts, practical tools for managing inconsistent income, and the importance of aligning your finances with your values.

If you're ready to transform how you think about money and set up systems that allow you to thrive both personally and professionally, listen now and take the simple action steps Germain gives at the end.

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In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I’m joined by copywriting expert Sarah Lucille, who reveals how organizing your thoughts is key to crafting powerful copy. 

With Sarah's four-step DIY copywriting process, you'll learn how to brain-dump, sort, polish, and edit your writing to make it shine. 

If your copy feels cluttered or disconnected, Sarah’s insights will help transform your messaging, making it resonate with your audience. 

We also tackle common copywriting mistakes, like focusing too much on problems without offering clear solutions. Sarah offers practical tips for crafting compelling headlines, balancing empathy with authority, and developing a confident voice that connects. 

It's not just about organizing your words—it's about making them work for you.

By the end, you'll walk away with a fresh perspective on organizing your copywriting process—just like tidying up a cluttered space. 

Grab Sarah’s DIY Your Copy Checklist and discover how simplifying your approach can lead to higher conversions and stronger client connections.

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In today’s episode, I’m revealing two overlooked time management essentials that will help you finally take control of your schedule and make your day work for you—not the other way around.

These simple yet powerful techniques can help you stay organized and actually get done what you plan. 

I’ll walk you through how we plan our monthly calls in my Organized Life Academy, where members learn to optimize their time and create more structure in their day-to-day using my organizing steps SPASM.

We’ll also discuss mindset shifts—like how I’ve been changing the way I think about working out—and how these same principles can apply to managing your time effectively.

Whether you’re struggling to follow through on your plans or looking for fresh ideas to boost your productivity, this episode will help. We’ll explore how to stay focused, handle distractions, and test different approaches to see what works best for you. 

I’ll also share a personal update, including how I’m prepping for the Life Coach School Mastermind and organizing my home workout space.

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Join Organized LIFE Academy for the remainder of this year by clicking here. (Current members will get the first opportunity and best deal on OLA 2025.) Or get on the 2025 waitlist here. 

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On today's episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, I dive into the heart of maintaining organization in your coaching business. I walk you through the five essential steps to getting organized, starting with sorting and purging - the decluttering steps, moving into assigning homes and setting limits - the organizing steps, and finally, the fifth critical step of maintaining the structure you’ve created.

I discuss how crucial it is to tie maintenance tasks to existing routines or tasks to make them more manageable. For example, you could clean your file drawer during tax season or refresh your closet when the seasons change.

I also discuss the benefits of setting up structured maintenance appointments and having an accountability partner to ensure consistency.

I aim to help you streamline tasks, reduce stress, and keep your business running smoothly.

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Are you making things more complicated than necessary with your business finances? How do you organize the “system” of looking at your numbers? Are you clear on the role or purpose of your business in your life? If so, is your business fulfilling this role? 

Today we dive deep into the often overwhelming world of business finances with expert Mark Butler from Let’s Do The Books.

Mark and I discuss the importance of having a simple system for managing your money and the crucial question of knowing what your business's job is in your life. 

We explore common financial mistakes coaches make, from unnecessarily complicating their banking accounts to overspending on high-ticket masterminds and coaching programs without tangible returns. 

Mark also shares invaluable tax strategies, dismantling common myths and offering practical advice to keep your business's financial health in check.

Whether you're struggling with digital disorganization, overspending, or simply need to streamline your business operations, this episode promises to equip you with actionable steps to achieve financial clarity.

The doors to Organized Coach Academy are open! Until Wednesday evening, a very special bonus is included. Learn more and purchase here.

Would your clients say your onboarding experience is so-so, above average, or luxurious? How smooth is the process for you? Do you have it documented?

Today, I'm talking about how to efficiently structure and document your onboarding process to ensure consistency and a positive experience for all your clients.

I share four real-life examples from other coaches in the industry, walk you through the steps to document your onboarding process, and give you a few things to consider...

1. Does your onboarding process and what your new client experiences match your brand? Is it high-end, customized, uncluttered, fun, or stylish?
2. Is there anything you can simplify in this process? Delegate? Automate?
3. Is each step documented? Are all links needed to do this process included in each step
4. Have you tested your documentation? As you test it, make any adjustments to improve it.

As you reflect on your current processes, identify areas for improvement by thinking about:

• Is your money collection process effortless?
• How do you get the information your client needs?
• Do you have an email welcome or nurture sequence set up?
• Do you need to add any appointments or reminders to your calendar?
• Does your process create reassurance or safety for new clients after making this big decision?
• Is it clear to your client what their next step is?
• Does your onboarding give off "care and thoughtfulness" vibes?

Be encouraged. Reflect on your current processes, identify areas for improvement, and make changes that align with your brand and client-experience goals.

If you want help documenting processes, join Organized Coach Academy today!

For links to the coach examples mentioned, click here. 

Click here to join Organized Coach Academy during this special promotion period and save MONEY! The promotion period ends on Saturday, August 24, 2024.

➡️ Join before Saturday to receive $250 off the price AND a private 1:1 call with me where we'll streamline and organize your bookmarks bar to save you SO much time every time you open your browser.

Register here for my LIVE class to learn 3 simple steps to an organized and profitable coaching business, plus the ONLY 5 digital files you need! It's a FREE training!

Are you ever mad at your past self for not doing a better job organizing your business from the beginning?

It would have been so much easier if someone had given us the resources and knowledge we needed. But... we didn't know what we didn't know.

This week, I experienced this myself when making a list of my podcast guest appearances. They were not all in one place, so I "wasted" time trying to put this list together, annoyed that I hadn't done this from the beginning. 

My experience inspired this episode. I thought of the things that I wish I had organized from the very beginning, and I thought of my clients and what they wish they had organized.

Let me tell you, getting organized takes a lot more work when you've accumulated all the stuff. So, if you are new to business, take notes. And if you've been in business for a while and are wishing you had started sooner, NOW is the time. Your future self will thank you immensely. 

What do you wish you had organized from the start? Please message me on Instagram and let me know what yours are that I missed.

I share 10 critical elements I wish I had organized from the beginning of my coaching business. These elements include maintaining digital files, tracking podcast guest appearances, organizing funnel links, recording assets and freebies, and more.

I've packaged my solution to all of these in Organized Coach Academy where I help all coaches get their businesses and their assets organized. I break it down into simple modules and include monthly calls so you don't stay stuck. 

Tune in to discover practical tips for creating a streamlined and efficient coaching business today!

FREE CLASS on August 19, 2024. Register here. Learn the ONLY 5 files you need to organize your digital files and the 3 steps to create an organized (and profitable) business. It will be live and improved! Don't miss it.

Do you have ADHD? Do you lack executive function in areas of your life and business?

This episode will help you understand how ADHD presents itself and the obstacles it causes for both the coach and the client.

I have the honor of talking with Paula Engebretson, an ADHD coach and productivity expert, on this topic. We discuss:

• What ADHD is and how it's connected to executive functions.
• How ADHD impacts a coach running a coaching business AND a client taking that program.
• How coaches can make their programs and courses more ADHD-friendly. Paula shares 5 key areas coaches can explore to make their content more ADHD-friendly.
• How Organized Coach Academy supports ADHD brains.

Listen for the simple but compelling question that can help you and your clients understand why you're not doing what you want to do.

We close by inviting you to review your current content and identify ONE area where you could incorporate additional scaffolding. This could include...

• Turning on captions for videos
• Creating a step-by-step checklist to make a complex process visual
• Creating simple guided questions for group coaching calls
• Asking a 1:1 client: what would look like amazing support for you

What will you choose to do?

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I read a statistic this week that people waste 2.5 hours a day searching for things they need to do the work they need to do. WHAT!!! That needs to stop.

In this episode of the Organized Coach Podcast, I share three key areas to organize in your coaching business for the most significant return on investment (ROI). These areas include organizing your digital files, setting up an efficient bookmarks bar, and creating a documented process for your marketing activities.

As you listen to the episode, choose only one task at a time to commit to organizing.

If you experience stress, overwhelm, or frustration because you are constantly looking for things, reinventing the wheel each time you take action, or lack efficiency, then listen in. Investing time to organize these three areas will save you so much time and create joy and peace as you work on your computer and in your business.

Join the Organized Coach Academy for personalized guidance and support to actually get this work executed. If you are ready to make more money in your business, apply here to join Organized to Profit. 

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In this episode, I'm introducing my 'Organize to Profit' small group (only 2-4 coaches) mastermind to my podcast listeners!

Learn more in the episode as you listen to Cynthia Coufal, who participated in the first mastermind round. She shares the program's transformative impact on her business and her confidence.

Cynthia, a teen anxiety coach, went from having one client when she joined the mastermind to twelve in only 6 months. She tripled her podcast downloads based on some changes I suggested. She created her workshop, identified and created her signature formula/intellectual property, streamlined her 1:1 coaching program and learned how to pitch it at the end of her workshop, created a valuable bonus that she now teaches at conferences, created an organized template for her client notes, and more!!

You can hear her confidence and excitement as she talks about her business. It's so exciting to know she is on her way to helping thousands of teens with anxiety.

I love the effectiveness of really small groups and am having so much fun helping coaches in this container. This small group allows for impactful coaching and very specific customization for your exact stage of business and goals. When I see inside your business, I can also offer organizational help that will save you time, create efficiency, and simplify your processes.

As you listen to Cynthia's results, consider the impact this mastermind could have on your business. Apply here.

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My guest this week, Emylee Williams, is a founder, best-selling author, and consultant working with small business owners to create efficient ecosystems within their operations and marketing. She's obsessed with helping others design and run lean, aligned, highly profitable businesses.

Our conversation delves into the importance of systems and processes, how to identify and address pain points, and the benefits of staying organized and consistent in business operations. Emily shares her unique perspective, from co-founding a seven-figure agency to starting her lean consulting business. 

You will gain insights on tools like Airtable, Miro, Otter, and Zapier and learn practical steps to streamline tasks and manage your businesses more effectively. This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to work less, stay organized, and increase profitability.

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In this episode of The Organized Coach Podcast, my dear friend Kristin Dabney, a career strategist and leadership coach who helps professionals optimize their LinkedIn profiles, tells us exactly what to do to optimize our profiles, engage effectively, and use LinkedIn as a powerful marketing tool to grow our businesses.

We discuss the importance of having an optimized profile, personalized engagement strategies, and how to leverage LinkedIn for professional networking and client acquisition. We also touch on the benefits of using LinkedIn for referrals, learning, and establishing oneself as an expert.

Tune in to learn the do's and don'ts of LinkedIn marketing for coaches. Then, please connect with both of us on LinkedIn: Tracy Hoth and Kristin Dabney!

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Is growing your coaching business causing your nervous systems to go haywire?

My guest this week, Leah Davidson, explains the nervous system's critical role in coaching and business growth.

Leah is a Certified Life Coach, Professional Resilience Coach, and Consultant. She is also a registered Speech Language Pathologist and has spent over two decades working in the area of Traumatic Brain Injury. She is the host of the Building Resilience podcast and the creator of the Advanced Training for Nervous System Resilience. She had a membership program called Connections. In it, Leah focuses on helping people learn to befriend their nervous system, manage their mindset, and cultivate resilience. Leah lives in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with her husband, Rob, and they have a blended family with 5 children. She loves to learn, grow, hike, read, travel, and spend time with friends and family.

In this episode, Leah highlights the importance of regulating the nervous system to access higher-brain functions necessary for effective coaching and business success. She details practical strategies for our nervous system regulation, such as breathing exercises, meditation, and movement, emphasizing the significance of daily practice and foundational health habits such as sleep and nutrition.

She also discusses the profound impact of nervous system regulation on all aspects of your life, advocating for integrating these practices into everyday life.

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I've been a professional organizer for over 16 years, and today, I'm sharing insights into how we transform our home and life by focusing on decluttering and changing our mindset each month in 2024.

Our monthly declutter calendar, essential organizing skills using the SPASM method (Sort, Purge, Assign homes, Set limits, Maintain), and our mindset each have a significant part in achieving our organizational goals.

The episode provides an overview of quarterly projects and details the benefits of joining Organized Life Academy, including access to a wealth of resources, monthly planning calls, coaching sessions, guest speakers, and VIP calls.

The academy's transformative impact on participants' lives is celebrated every day. I invite you to take advantage of a special birthday discount and join us in the program to get your life organized in the remaining 6 months of 2024.

Make space for the life you love and change the legacy you leave your loved ones.

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Celebrate my birthday this month! Get $200 off when you join Organized Life Academy in June.  Get your home and life organized in the next 6 months. 

Amy Lippmann is the founder of Marketing for Health Coaches, where she helps health coaches and nutritionists consistently earn $5K per month.

Amy shares insights on building a business through effective strategies, ranging from speaking engagements to social media presence.

She emphasizes starting with one strategy and then layering on others as you become more comfortable.

Our conversation delves into:

• making connections through local groups and events,
• pursuing speaking opportunities both locally and online, and
• utilizing social media in a way that is both manageable and meaningful.

Amy also discusses the importance of personal connections in growing one's client base and offers practical advice on how coaches can begin to gather clients by doing what they love.

The episode is filled with actionable tips for entrepreneurs at different stages of their business, highlighting the importance of personalization in marketing and client acquisition efforts.

As you listen, consider your current clients and the strategy you used to acquire them. Also, think about which strategy sounds easy, fun, or resonates with you.

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In this episode, Tracy welcomes Tanya Engesether. Tanya shares her 27-year journey in the healthcare industry, the impact of COVID on her role, and how it led her to become a certified Christian life coach.

Tanya helps leaders achieve work-life balance and break free from people-pleasing so they can find peace of mind, balance, and freedom from overwhelm while amplifying their impact as leaders.

Tanya is the host of the top 1.5% globally ranked podcast, The Grace Filled Leader.

Tanya discusses her methodologies for time management, developing effective systems, and setting boundaries. She emphasizes the importance of finding one's value internally rather than through external validation.

The conversation also highlights the influence of the Organized Coach Academy and Organized to Profit on Tanya's coaching business.

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Sarah is a full-time working mom + wife who lived with clutter and found her way to the other side. She radically changed her own life after a stage 4 cancer diagnosis. Forced to examine everything, including her perfectionism and people-pleasing, she realized all the stuff (and not just the physical stuff) was standing in her way of living her life, her way.

After embracing minimalism and finding her way to simplicity, Sarah started Simple + Intentional to support other women in doing the same. She encourages and inspires others through her blog, Instagram account, and podcast.

Sarah lives in Toronto with her husband and daughter. She loves the outdoors, a strong cup of tea, and is following her dream of writing a book!

In this episode, Sarah shares her personal journey. She emphasizes that decluttering is not about the stuff but about understanding our buying behaviors and the psychology behind clutter. We focus on the importance of an organized wardrobe, offering practical tips for decluttering and organizing clothes to reduce decision fatigue and enhance personal style.

We also delve into the relationship between our belongings and self-perception, advocating for a mindful approach to consumerism and the benefits of a minimalistic lifestyle.

Sarah provides specific strategies for building a versatile, comfortable, and loved wardrobe that aligns with personal style and body image, ultimately promoting self-care and a more organized life.

Some things to listen for that really impacted me:

• Don't start your day with negative thoughts.
• You can't out-organize too much stuff.
• Decluttering and organizing is a form of self-care.
• Clutter is never about the stuff. It's about our buying behaviors, our emotions, and our comfort.
• Our brains are wired for scarcity. We are teaching our brains to think differently.
• Sarah defines an organized wardrobe in three parts.
• You can declutter for real, or you can fake it. This will help you get started!
• Depending on your season, take it as far as you have the capacity to.
• Don't be tempted to buy things that are "okay." Invest in "amazing."

From our conversation, I'm doing the following to create an easy closet I love to walk into every morning:

• Choosing my favorite items - analyze what I love about them.
• Decluttering my closet by category. (jeans, tanks, t-shirts)
• Managing my impulsivity. Being okay with the wait. Practicing the pause.
• Adding a tab to my Idea Tracker with brands I love, things I want to invest in (missing pieces of a minimalistic wardrobe), etc.

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My coach shared that she saw results with the thought, “The more I love myself, the more money I make.”

It's making a difference in how she feels and, therefore, the actions she takes and the results she is having.

A form of this thought that really got me excited was, "The more I love my offer, the more money I make."

I already believed this because I knew that if I really loved my offer, I would show up with more excitement, share often, and talk about it with more energy. And if I loved my offer, my students would love it as well.

But I also knew that I could love my offer even more!

So, I came up with ten questions - journal entries or thought prompts - that I could use to FALL MORE IN LOVE with my offer.

Listen to this week's episode as I go through the questions using my offer of Organized Coach Academy as an example. 

Here are the 10 questions to prompt you to love your offer more. (If you don't have an "offer," you can tweak these questions to help you fall more in love with yourself, your body, your home, your wardrobe, etc.)

1. How does your offer help people?
2. What is great about your offer?
3. How are you the perfect person to help your clients using this offer?
4. Why would someone want to invest in this offer? (their outcome)
5. What is the best part about this offer?
6. What do you love most about this offer?
7. What results have people gotten from this offer?
8. What don’t people realize about your offer?
9. What don’t you like about your offer? How could you solve this?
10. How will I execute this? What is my next step?

Let me know how you use these questions to love your offer and how that changes your results.

Your organizing coach,

Tracy Hoth

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• Struggle to organize your workspace? And then keep it organized?
• Have a cluttered office or home?
• Find it hard to let go of your possessions?
• Want to learn more about what it takes to create an organized workspace, home, and life?

Today, we are digging deep into these topics with a very special guest expert.

Amelia Pleasant Kennedy is a Certified Life Coach, Professional Organizer, Fair Play Facilitator, and the CEO of A Pleasant Solution.

As a Clutter Coach, speaker, and top-rated podcast host, she helps folks who are frazzled, busy, and overworked uncover the root cause of the clutter in their lives. With a keen ability to listen for what goes unsaid, Amelia coaches from a space of total curiosity and non-judgment so that clients build a deep sense of self-trust.

Amelia is a caregiver for her mother, who’s living with dementia, a mother of 3 (including an elite athlete), and a lover of visual art, nature, books, and meaningful conversations. She's currently in Round 3 of long-distance parenting + marriage with her husband and has managed multiple households since 2019.

She will give us a peek into her life's organizing journey, including downsizing, running multiple households, and organizing nuggets that might just blow your mind. They did for me, and I've been organizing professionally for over 15 years.

What Amelia shares will help you in more areas than just organizing your home or business. She gives insights and solutions about...

• Questioning if the item is "paying rent"
• Believing we will have more time in the future
• Taking care of yourself after you make decisions
• Trusting yourself - what that really means
• Aligning the friction between what you ultimately want in your intuition/heart vs what your brain tells you it wants.