This page is a work in progress, where I’ll be adding new tools and resources from time to time that I hope you’ll find helpful, and well as recommended books, articles, and podcast episodes (including some where I’ve been a guest!). Scroll through, help yourself, and let me know if there’s something you need that I could perhaps add to the toolbox.
Free Downloads
I’ve created a few tools for you to use in building your life that matters. As I create new tools and resources, I’ll add the download links here.
My Project Planning Template – a simple template for planning your next project and breaking it into doable bite-sized pieces
My Digital Toolbox – some of the apps and digital tools I use to stay productive
Emily Prokop’s Weekly Docket – a useful template for your weekly schedule at a glance
Decluttering Guide – some simple questions to guide you through your decluttering process
13 Questions Reminder Cards – helpful reminder cards for the mindfulness questions from episode 87
Week Tracking & Planning Chart – blank chart for tracking your time or planning your week (referred to in episode 198)
More to come . . .
Where I’ve Been
I’ve been fortunate to be invited to be a guest on various great podcasts. Here’s where you can find me when I’m not on The Productive Woman.
Mac Power Users #456, hosted by Katie Floyd & David Sparks
Home Gadget Geeks #306, hosted by Jim Collison
Beyond the To-Do List #162, hosted by Erik J. Fisher
The Pitch Podcast #99, hosted by Amanda Berlin
Street Smart Wealth Podcast #292, hosted by Jackie Ulmer
All About Breastfeeding #141, hosted by Lori J. Isenstadt
Life Skills That Matter #24, hosted by Stephen Warley
The Law Podcasting Podcast #70, hosted by Gordon Firemark
Productive! magazine #33 (video interview), hosted by Michael Sliwinski
The Successful Bookkeeper Podcast #7, hosted by Michael Palmer
Stellar Life #27, hosted by Orion Talmay
The Make It Snappy Productivity Show #49, hosted by Nick Snapp
Strong Body Whole Heart #132, hosted by Maggie & Kelly
Productiv’You #40, hosted by Priscille Livenais
Women’s Wellness Radio #87, hosted by Bridgit Danner
Living Intentionally, hosted by Amy Smalarz
Michele the Trainer Show #27, hosted by Michele Trainer
Profit Boss Radio #12, hosted by Hilary Hendershott
Mac Power Users #298, hosted by Katie Floyd & David Sparks
5 A.M. Miracle #123, hosted by Jeff Sanders
The Productivityist Podcast #55, hosted by Mike Vardy
The Productivityist Podcast #66, hosted by Mike Vardy
My Simple Podcast #21, hosted by Carrie Robaina
Spark My Muse #28, hosted by Lisa DeLay
Voices of Texas #2, hosted by Matthew Hinman
Recommended Reads
Books and articles that I’ve found interesting or helpful in my journey to make a life that matters. [Disclosure: Many of these links are Amazon affiliate links; if you buy an item via the link, I’ll get a small bit of compensation from Amazon, but it will not affect the price you pay, and I promise you I will never list anything here that I don’t wholeheartedly recommend.]
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less – Of the books I’ve read in the past couple of years, this ranks near the top in terms of the impact it had on me. You’ve heard me talk about it on the podcast more than once, especially here.
Soulful Simplicity: How Living with Less Can Lead to So Much More – A profoundly wise look at the impact of constantly seeking “more” and the benefits of clearing space in our homes, calendars, and minds. This book was a TPW Book Club selection in 2018, its author, Courtney Carver, was my guest on episode 169, and I shared some of my key takeaways in episode 182.
Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy While Getting More Done – Another TPW Book Club 2018 selection, this book offers both motivation and practical ideas for getting more done without feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Its author, Laura Vanderkam, was my guest on episode 217.
More to come . . .