Let’s be real—summer as a working mom can feel like chaos in disguise. The slower pace collides with rising pressure, the kids are home, and the to-do list somehow doubles. If you’re feeling that spiral, this episode is your lifeline.

In this solo conversation, I walk you through the exact reminders and time management strategies I come back to when business starts spinning, especially in summer. From balancing career and motherhood to navigating mom burnout and messy schedules, we’ll explore what actually works when you want a more peaceful, productive season.

I share how I plan ahead to create more space, what I do when that old “am I doing enough?” panic shows up, and how I re-anchor myself in the kind of CEO and mom I want to be—especially when emotions flare. You’ll also hear about the visual tools that help me stay focused, the creative ways I involve my kids, and one simple idea that transformed a client’s entire work rhythm.

Because spiraling doesn’t mean you’re failing. It’s just an invitation to realign.

Whether you’re managing a business, a family, or both, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone, and that there’s a more grounded way through.

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End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!

4 Real-Life Working Mum Tips for Balancing Career & Motherhood (with Whitney Browning on time management, daily routines + WFH productivity)

Let’s be real, being a mom and running a business isn’t just about managing a to-do list. It’s about managing energy, expectations, and all the invisible mental load no one talks about.

In this heartfelt conversation, I’m joined by certified life coach and fellow mom Whitney Browning to unpack what it really looks like to balance career, motherhood, and your own wellbeing. Whitney shares the mindset shift that helped her move from overextended and overwhelmed to feeling more grounded in her everyday life, without giving up on her goals.

We explore how working moms can use intentional scheduling and clear prioritization strategies to create daily rhythms that support both family and business. Whitney introduces her “have to / need to / want to” framework to help you manage your time with more ease and clarity. We also talk about the guilt that comes up when we try to do less, and how cutting hours at work doesn’t mean cutting your impact.

If you’ve been craving a healthier work-life balance, more meaningful routines, or a way out of working mom burnout, this episode is your invitation to start showing up with more intention and way less pressure.

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End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!

So many entrepreneurs feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, urgency, and self-sabotage, and think they just need better time management or more discipline. But what if the real issue isn’t in your calendar… It’s in your nervous system?

In this episode, I sit down with Emily Rose Dallara, a trauma-informed leadership coach, to unpack the deeper connection between stress, emotional regulation, and sustainable leadership. We explore how stress in entrepreneurship often stems not from too much work, but from living in a constant reactive state. When your nervous system is dysregulated, even small tasks can feel like mountains.

Emily shares practical, body-based techniques for self-regulation, how to recognize the signs of a dysregulated nervous system, and why building professional capacity starts with learning to shift from reactive to responsive.

If you've ever asked yourself Why can't I just handle it all?, this episode offers a compassionate, practical, and science-backed perspective. Because sometimes, being more productive starts with simply feeling safer.

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If you’ve ever wanted to create a plan that actually honors how you want to feel, this is for you.

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Let’s make your time work for you—not the other way around! 🚀

End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!

What if the key to sustainable business growth wasn’t pushing harder, but learning how to stay grounded in the uncomfortable moments that actually spark growth?

In this episode, I’m joined by executive coach and leadership mentor Fabienne Moore to explore what we call the Zone of Productive Discomfort, the space between staying safe and burning out, where real transformation happens. We unpack how to tell the difference between healthy discomfort that fuels growth... and nervous system dysregulation that leads to shutdown, overwhelm, or overworking.

You’ll learn how to calm down your nervous system, recognize the signs of dysregulation, and tap into nervous system regulation exercises that build true resilience at work. We also talk about why high-achievers often miss the signals their bodies are sending, and how to slow down to go faster in a way that actually increases your clarity, impact, and peace of mind.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the tension between ambition and exhaustion, this conversation will help you reconnect to your body’s wisdom, embrace discomfort without tipping into burnout, and lead yourself and your business from a place of calm strength.

Because growth is uncomfortable, but it shouldn’t cost your well-being.

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Let’s make your time work for you—not the other way around! 🚀

End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!

What if building a thriving business didn’t require you to sacrifice your peace, your values, or your life outside of work?

In this heartfelt conversation, I’m joined by Sarah Santacroce, author of Business Like We’re Human, to talk about a different way forward—one rooted in compassion, alignment, and a redefinition of what success truly means. Together, we explore what it looks like to lead with values, not just hustle, and how that simple but powerful shift can completely transform your experience of entrepreneurship.

This episode is for the entrepreneur who’s ready to slow down without giving up, to grow without burning out, and to finally create a business that truly supports life on your terms.

Sarah shares her personal story of walking away from a business model that no longer felt right, and what it took to rebuild with intention. We talk about the moment she realized growth didn’t have to come at the cost of her well-being—and how she now supports others in making the same shift. This episode invites you to rethink the "rules" of business and consider how embracing a values-based approach and a human business model can lead to real, sustainable growth—and a healthier work-life balance.

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Let’s make your time work for you—not the other way around! 🚀

End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!

Are you constantly working but not actually making meaningful progress?

You might be caught in pseudo-productivity—the kind of busyness that feels productive but quietly pulls you away from your purpose.

In this solo episode, I break down the three most common pseudo-productivity traps that keep entrepreneurs stuck: staying busy without direction, prioritizing low-impact tasks, and getting lost in perfectionism or over-communication. These patterns don’t just waste time—they drain energy and blur the line between action and distraction.

We’ll explore how to shift out of busyness addiction and into intentional, focused work. I’ll share how embracing Deep Work, protecting your mental clarity, and creating more supportive productivity systems can help you reconnect with what actually matters.

This episode serves as a guide to refining your time management and productivity, enabling you to stop spinning your wheels and build real momentum toward sustainable success.

If you’ve been craving more clarity, creativity, and progress in your day-to-day, this one’s for you.

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🎧 Want to go deeper? Check out the Time Audit episode to uncover where your time’s really going—and how to realign your energy with what matters most.

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Let’s make your time work for you—not the other way around! 🚀

End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!

What if the secrets to happiness in business aren’t found in doing more—but in reconnecting with what lights you up?

In this episode, I sit down with Charu, a creative entrepreneur and jewelry designer, to explore how honoring your intuition, cultivating mental clarity, and embracing creativity can completely transform the way you work. We talk about finding your purpose, letting go of hustle-driven strategies, and building a business that supports your flow state, not your burnout.

Charu shares her journey from corporate life to crafting a soul-aligned business, and how mindfulness and intention have helped her create joyful work—without sacrificing growth or structure. Whether you’re an artist or not, this conversation is a reminder that creativity belongs in your business... and that your attention is your most valuable resource.

If you’re seeking work-life balance as an entrepreneur and want to infuse more productivity, creativity, and meaning into your day, this episode is for you.

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You might also enjoy the conversation with Monica Mangelson - Morning Routines That Set You Up for Success (Not Stress)

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Let’s make your time work for you—not the other way around! 🚀

End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!

Is it possible to write a book under a tight deadline and still protect your peace, health, and relationships?

In this inspiring conversation, Amanda Johnson shares exactly how she did it — finishing a full manuscript in just three weeks while running a business, caring for her family, and staying aligned with her values.

Amanda’s story is a masterclass in time management and productivity under pressure. From restructuring her daily routines to carving out intentional space for Deep Work, she shows how you can make big creative leaps without slipping into burnout. You’ll also learn how she involved her family in the process, created emotional support systems, and used focused sprints to replace long workdays — proving it’s possible to cut hours at work while still meeting huge goals.

If you’ve got a big project on your plate — a book, a launch, or an idea you’re finally ready to finish — this episode will help you do it in a way that’s aligned, sustainable, and deeply human.

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Let’s make your time work for you—not the other way around! 🚀

PS: This podcast was formerly known as The Peaceful Productivity Pod—same mission, fresh name!

End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

Don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram @_annerajoo_ and share your key takeaways from this episode! Your insights mean a lot to me!