362: Your Calendar Isn't the Problem

Do you ever feel like you can accomplish just about anything except slow down and relax?   I had such a meaningful conversation with Dr. Melissa Sonners about why so many ambitious women and mompreneurs get stuck in constant go mode and what our nervous system has to do with it.   We explore the three brainwave states of theta, alpha, and beta, and how understanding them can help you move between focused work and meaningful connection.   Melissa shares simple two-minute practices you can incorporate into your everyday routine to help you shift out of survival mode, reconnect with yourself, and create more space for clarity and intuition.   You'll walk away with a new perspective on productivity, self-care, and what it really means to create a business and life that feel good while you're living them.   Connect with Melissa Website: www.DrMelissaSonners.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beinspiredmama/    Get her book, "The Connection Code" here: https://drmelissasonners.com/the-book    Freebies: Nervous System Reset: Five ways to get out of urgency and into calm in under 60 seconds: https://www.skool.com/beehive-3675/classroom/5a00d3ba    📲 Book Your FREE Clarity Call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media

Are you constantly busy but still feel like you're not getting the important things done?   What if your calendar isn't actually the problem, but the decisions you're making after you put things on it?   In this episode, I'm talking about why we so easily honor commitments to everyone else while treating the promises we make to ourselves as optional.   We'll explore how interruptions, discomfort, people-pleasing, and the desire to feel ready can keep us from following through on what matters most.   I'll walk you through some questions to help you evaluate where your time is actually going and identify what's keeping your priorities from showing up on your calendar.   You'll walk away with a fresh perspective on how to honor your time, make intentional decisions, and create a schedule that reflects what truly matters to you.   📲 Book your free clarity call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media  

Do you often find it challenging to show up confidently in your business, even when you know exactly what you're capable of?   In this episode, I'm chatting with clinical mental health counselor Leanna Hunt about how our nervous system, self-worth, and patterns shape how we show up in life and business.   We discuss how childhood experiences, perfectionism, and people-pleasing can shape our beliefs and behaviors, often leaving us stuck in cycles of overwhelm.   Leanna also shares her four-step framework to help us recognize these patterns, practice self-compassion, and start making different choices.   If you're ready to stop operating on autopilot and create success without constantly putting yourself last, this conversation is for you!   Connect with Leanna Website: https://leannahunt.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aligningwithleanna    📲 Book Your FREE Clarity Call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media  

What if the reason you feel like you're constantly falling behind isn't that you're doing something wrong, but that you're expecting yourself to do too much?   As mompreneurs, we can get caught up in believing we should be able to manage our businesses, care for our families, maintain our homes, and still have energy left for ourselves.   In this episode, I'm sharing why being capable doesn't mean every responsibility belongs on your calendar and why an unfinished to-do list doesn't automatically mean you've had an unsuccessful day.   I'll walk you through three things to say no to this NO-vember so you can stop confusing busyness with productivity and start creating space for what truly matters.   We'll also reflect on the expectations you're carrying, the priorities that keep getting pushed aside, and what it could look like to enjoy the life you're working so hard to build.   And if you want practical help planning your week with more intention, I'd love for you to join my FREE live masterclass on November 4th. Register now at  https://www.martinewilliams.com/yourweek.   📲 Book your free clarity call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media  

Have you ever finished a busy day feeling like you didn't accomplish enough, even though you've been going nonstop?   I see this so often with the ambitious women and mompreneurs I coach, and I've also experienced it myself.   In this episode, I'm sharing why being good at getting things done can actually leave you feeling overwhelmed, burned out, and constantly behind.   We'll talk about how to rethink your to-do list, prioritize what matters most, and stop waiting for that magical day when everything is finally finished.   You'll walk away with a new perspective on what success looks like and how to create a business and life that feel good along the way.   ⏰ Are you constantly telling yourself, "I just need to get caught up"? If you're ready to take back your week, join me for my FREE Take Back Your Week masterclass on November 4! Grab your seat at https://www.martinewilliams.com/yourweek    📲 Book your free clarity call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media  

Have you ever looked at a life or business you worked so hard to build and wondered if you're ready for something different?   In the final episode of my 20 Years, 20 Lessons series, I'm sharing five lessons from my entrepreneurial journey, including what I learned when I felt God calling me to leave a successful business after 16 years.   We'll talk about recognizing when something no longer fits, moving forward even when you're scared, and remembering that starting over doesn't mean starting from scratch. I'll also share why it's okay to outgrow dreams you once worked so hard to achieve.   If you're navigating a transition or wondering what this next season of life could look like, I hope this conversation helps you find the courage to listen, reflect, and take your next step.   Are you ready to take back your week? Grab your seat for my FREE masterclass: https://www.martinewilliams.com/yourweek    📲 Book your free clarity call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media  

What if growing your online business didn't require more hustle, longer hours, or constantly doing more?   In this Turquoise Talk episode, I'm chatting with sales and business mentor Jillian Murphy about why having a clear sales strategy matters more than simply working harder.   We talk about how to sell with confidence, understand your business numbers, and create a sales process that actually supports your goals. We also explore how to grow your business without falling into the cycle of overworking and burnout.   If you're ready to make more intentional decisions, attract the right clients, and build a business that leaves room for your life, this conversation is for you!   Connect with Jillian Website: https://thejillianmurphy.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejillianmurphy    📲 Book Your FREE Clarity Call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media

Have you ever reached a goal you worked so hard for, only to feel unfulfilled?   We're continuing my 20 Years, 20 Lessons series by sharing a personal moment that challenged how I thought about success and happiness.   As women entrepreneurs and moms, it's easy to believe that if we build the business, care for our families, and create the life we want, we should feel completely fulfilled.   But what happens when our external success doesn't match how we feel on the inside?   If you've ever felt guilty for wanting more, even though you already have so much to be grateful for, I hope this conversation helps you feel less alone and offers a new perspective on what fulfillment really looks like.   📲 Book your free clarity call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media

Are you working hard to grow your business but wondering how to make room for everything else that matters?   Today, I'm talking with Amy Kemp about the hidden thought habits that can keep us stuck and why working harder isn't always the answer.   We dive into setting boundaries, making decisions that align with your values, and learning to trust yourself again.   Amy also shares a simple three-part filter to help you decide which opportunities deserve a yes and which ones don't fit the life you're creating.   If you're ready to grow your business without sacrificing your family or your peace, this conversation is for you!   Take Amy's FREE Habit Finder Assessment: https://amykemp.com/habit-finder-assessment/    Connect with Amy Website: https://amykemp.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykempinc  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amykempinc    📲 Book Your FREE Clarity Call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media  

What if your next level of business growth doesn't require you to work harder, but to start thinking and leading differently?   As I continue sharing the lessons I've learned over two decades as an entrepreneur, today I'm talking about the mindset shifts, coaching, and intentional choices that helped me grow as a leader and build a business.   We'll explore how the people around you influence what you believe is possible, why being busy isn't always the same as making progress, and how investing in yourself can help you move forward.   I'm also sharing a lesson that matters deeply to me as a mom and entrepreneur: success should expand your life, not consume it.   If you're ready to grow your business with more intention and create success that feels aligned with what matters most, this conversation is for you.   📲 Book your free clarity call here: https://www.martinewilliams.com/clarity   ✨ Join my Mompreneur Glow Up email list. It's your go-to source for all things life, leadHERship, and mindset.   Connect With Martine: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram   Check out my favorite books and items to make life and business a little more simple and a lot more fun! http://www.shop.martinesfavoritethings.com    🎧 Be sure to follow this podcast to automatically receive new episodes: Apple | Spotify | Webpage   About Martine Williams: Martine is a life coach, public motivator, podcaster, author, and mompreneur who helps other mompreneurs win at work without losing themselves in the process. Martine brings her experience as a certified PDP Professional and life coach to coach entrepreneurs on how to illuminate their strengths, cultivate their confidence, and elevate their lives. She also loves inviting mompreneur guests on the show to share their perspectives and provide inspiration, success tips, life hacks, and skills for a burnout-proof life and business.   This podcast is edited and produced by Chris Assist Media