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It’s time to shift your focus from learning and planning to implementing this year. - [The Hybrid Planning Revolution: Ditching the "Vs." Debate](https://productivelychildfree.com/the-hybrid-planning-revolution-ditching-the-vs-debate/) - Are you stuck in the endless paper vs. digital planner debate? If you're like me, you know both have their perks—but what if I told you there's a way to have it all? Today, we're diving into the hybrid planning revolution to design a system that actually works for your childfree or solopreneur lifestyle. The - [Optimize Your Tasks with Your Energy Levels](https://productivelychildfree.com/optimize-your-tasks-with-your-energy-levels/) - As a Childfree or Solo Business Owner, discover the tasks within your different energy levels throughout the day so it works for you, instead of against you. - [The Productively Childfree Revolution](https://productivelychildfree.com/productively-childfree-revolution/) - Are you ready to embrace the productively childfree revolution? As the world fixates on gender reveals and diapers, let's redirect our gaze to a different horizon—a revolution, choreographed by the rhythm of our own hearts. We, the intentional child-free, are the blossoming wildflowers, not just footnotes in society's script. Release yourself from the pressure of - [4 Ways Prioritizing Energy Management Leads to Greater Productivity](https://productivelychildfree.com/4-ways-prioritizing-energy-management-leads-to-greater-productivity/) - As a productivity consultant specializing in time freedom and intentional living, I’ve seen firsthand how managing your energy can transform your life. Let’s dive into why focusing more on energy than time can be a game-changer for your life and business. - [5 Productivity Lessons I Learned from the Coffee Industry](https://productivelychildfree.com/5-productivity-lessons-i-learned-from-the-coffee-industry/) - Here are 5 productivity lessons from over a decade in the coffee industry. The intersection of intentional productivity, coffee, and childfree living. - [8 Habits to Embrace Your Slow Life Era: Childfree Edition](https://productivelychildfree.com/8-habits-to-embrace-your-slow-life-era-childfree-edition/) - In my childfree slow life era, I'm making a conscious effort to take each day at my own pace, savor the little moments, and prioritize my well-being. You can to - [5 Ways Being Childfree and Self-Aware Increases Productivity](https://productivelychildfree.com/childfree-self-aware-increases-productivity/) - Now imagine opting out of this script. It's like stepping off a well-worn path into a lush, unexplored forest. To me, choosing to be child-free means saying, "I'll write my own story, no matter what anyone else thinks." And in doing so, I've discovered a profound sense of self-awareness, understanding my values and priorities beyond - [What Childfree Business Owners Need to Know about the Time Freedom VIP Day](https://productivelychildfree.com/what-childfree-business-owners-need-to-know-about-the-time-freedom-vip-day/) - What Childfree Business Owners Need to Know about the Time Freedom VIP Day - holistic and sustainable productivity for ease and flow. - [You Don't Need Everything Perfectly Planned to Start](https://productivelychildfree.com/you-dont-need-everything-planned-start/) - Starting something new can be intimidating, especially when it feels like you don’t have all the answers or a detailed plan. But here's the thing—waiting for the perfect moment or for everything to be meticulously planned can often lead to missed opportunities. Let’s chat about why diving in and taking action, even when things are - [The 1st Step to Start Anything New in your Business or Life](https://productivelychildfree.com/the-1st-step-to-start-anything-new-in-your-business-or-life/) - Taking that first step to anything new and different can be scary, but it's also exciting! In this post, I'll discuss the 1st step to start anything new in your Business or Life to prevent overwhelm. Watch the Facebook live replay or read the summary below. Facebook Live on What to Do When You're Scared - [Navigating Information and Idea Overload as a Childfree Entrepreneur](https://productivelychildfree.com/navigating-information-and-idea-overload-as-a-childfree-entrepreneur/) - Actionable tips and tools to help you streamline your information and idea workflow by capturing, organizing, prioritizing, and implementing your thoughts, notes, and ideas. - [11 Ways to Create Consistency in Your Childfree Business](https://productivelychildfree.com/11-ways-to-create-consistency-in-your-childfree-business/) - No one talks about HOW to get consistent. In this guide, we'll explore eleven actionable strategies to help you build and maintain consistency. - [7 Reasons to Hire a Specialized Virtual Assistant](https://productivelychildfree.com/7-reasons-to-hire-a-specialized-virtual-assistant/) - As a business owner, you can't do everything by yourself, but you can do more with extra help. It's common for newer business owners to start venturing into hiring a virtual assistant (VA). These VA's also tend to be newer in their own business and/or do general administrative work. I've done that myself from time - [Creating a ChildFree Legacy and Defying Expectations with Andrew Miller](https://productivelychildfree.com/legacy-childfree-andrew-miller/) - In this episode, find out how you can Create a ChildFree Legacy and Defy Expectations with Andrew Miller. - [Childfree Perspective of Financial Planning ft. Nikkita Gibson](https://productivelychildfree.com/childfree-perspective-of-financial-planning-ft-nikkita-gibson/) - Childfree Biz Cafe' Podcast episode, I talk to Financial Planner, Nikkita Gibson about how being child-free gives her a different perspective as a financial planner for anyone. - [Goals vs Vision](https://productivelychildfree.com/goals-vs-vision/) - What's the difference, and which one is more important? There is a huge difference between goals and vision. I'll explain the differences and why you need both. Are you a Visionary or a Goal Setter? Which of these sounds most like you? Goal Setter You thrive on planning, lists, and direction to take steps to - [Purposeful Planning for the Childfree](https://productivelychildfree.com/purposeful-planning-childfree/) - What does Purposeful Planning mean to you? Today, we're diving deep into the world of purposeful planning because there is a lot more to it than just about managing your time. So why does purposeful planning matter and how can it reshape your entrepreneurial journey? First, let's break down purposeful planning into its key components. - [7 Things You Get to Choose as a Childfree Entrepreneur](https://productivelychildfree.com/7-things-you-get-to-choose-as-childfree/) - Did you know you have the power to make your own choices more often than you may think? Here are 7 things you get to choose. 1. You get to choose the lifestyle you want Do you want a life that is fast-paced, full of adventure and bustling cities? Or, do you prefer the slow - [Childfree Holiday Planning without Overwhelm](https://productivelychildfree.com/childfree-holiday-planning/) - Feeling the holiday jitters already? You're not alone. The festive season, while anticipated for its joy and merriment, can also spell out stress, especially for childfree entrepreneurs. In the midst of holiday shopping, festivities, and the hustle of daily life, finding time for family can become a complicated task. But fear not, because in this - [Redefining Productivity: How Childfree Entrepreneurs Can Achieve More](https://productivelychildfree.com/redefining-productivity-how-childfree-entrepreneurs-can-achieve-more/) - In a world where traditional time management can be restrictive and stressful, it's time to shake things up. You've probably noticed that most time management tips seem to be geared toward parents and corporate employees. But what about childfree business owners like you? Traditional time management focuses on productivity, while I'm all about prioritizing clarity, - [9 Ways to Succeed as a Childfree Business Owner](https://productivelychildfree.com/succeed-childfree-business-owner/) - Being childfree, you get to enjoy a unique sense of freedom and flexibility that can greatly benefit your entrepreneurial goals. Today, I’m going to talk about 9 tips for achieving success in your business. If you haven’t already, go back and watch this video above about how to define your version of success. Once you - [5 Life Phases That Revolutionized My Productivity Approach](https://productivelychildfree.com/5-life-phases-that-revolutionized-my-productivity-approach/) - Over the past few years, I’ve learned and taught myself productivity. The more I tried different things and as life happened, I realized there has been an evolution as to how I look and think about productivity now then when I first was learning. Today, I’m going to talk about how my perspective has changed - [20 Common Childfree Questions We Get Asked](https://productivelychildfree.com/20-childfree-questions-people-get-asked/) - As attitudes towards family and lifestyle choices continue to evolve, being childfree, or deciding not to have children, has become a valid choice for many individuals and couples. Today, I’m going to answer 20 frequently asked questions (FAQs) about being childfree: *Disclaimer* These answers are based on my personal opinions and experiences. Other childfree people's - [Breaking Free: 5 Strategies to Overcome the Fear of Judgment and Embrace Your Child-free Lifestyle](https://productivelychildfree.com/5-strategies-overcome-fear-of-judgment-child-free-lifestyle/) - Are you ready to say F*it to everyone trying to tell you what you should do? You've chosen a remarkable path—one that defies societal norms and embraces your unique dreams and aspirations. But let's face it, navigating the judgments and opinions of others when you’re child-free can be tough. Today, we'll change that. Hi, I’m - [Be a Productive Boss: 8 Tips and Strategies for Childfree Business Owners Working from Home](https://productivelychildfree.com/be-a-productive-boss-8-tips-and-strategies-for-childfree-business-owners-working-from-home/) - Do you tend to get distracted or procrastinate when working from home? Remote work has become the norm for many, and for some, it may be a new experience whether in your career or building a business. While working from home has its benefits, like avoiding commutes, not having to leave the house, and having - [Boosting Productivity and Connection: The Power of Virtual CoWorking](https://productivelychildfree.com/virtual-coworking-childfree/) - Being a business owner can get lonely, especially when you're childfree or an empty nester business owners. Do you want to join a supportive community of entrepreneurs who understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with being child-free? That's why I created this FREE weekly co-working and networking event to start your week off - [From Mess to Success: 5 Habits to Keep Your Child-free Workspace Organized](https://productivelychildfree.com/from-mess-to-success-5-habits-to-keep-your-child-free-workspace-organized/) - Have you noticed that your environment affects your productivity? If you're like me, as a child-free creative, you're always juggling multiple projects and tasks. That can quickly lead to clutter and disorganization in your workspace, which can negatively impact your productivity and increase stress levels. When I’ve got a stack of papers, sticky notes all - [Child-free & Unstoppable: 9 Reasons for Life & Business Clarity](https://productivelychildfree.com/business-clarity/) - As a business owner, you hear a lot about the importance of being clear on who your audience is and your messaging. What I don’t hear about is why life and business clarity is the ultimate key to successful goal setting and planning. I used to think that all it took was knowing how to - [Podcast Episode: Time Boundaries & Flexibility in Your Schedule](https://productivelychildfree.com/time-boundaries/) - In this episode, we discussed an uncommon topic in the productivity space - creating time boundaries and flexibility in your schedule as a solo business owner. Especially when you don't have kids. - [11 Tips to Make Better Decisions & Choices: Focus and Preventing Overwhelm as a Child-free Business Owner](https://productivelychildfree.com/focus-preventing-overwhelm/) - Are you struggling to stay focused and preventing overwhelm? Whether it’s society or business coaches, you hear so many different opinions on what you should be focusing on or doing. But that can feel overwhelming. So how do you make better decisions and choices for yourself and your business and silence the chatter? As a - [3 Reasons to Embrace Your Child-Free Life + Why You're Not](https://productivelychildfree.com/embrace-your-child-free-life/) - You’re child-free and can do what you want when you want! But are you? Today, I’m going to talk about what’s holding you back from fully embracing your Child-free lifestyle and 3 reasons why you will want to embrace it. First, here are some common reasons you may not be fully embracing your CF lifestyle: - [Stop Procrastinating as a Child-free Business Owner](https://productivelychildfree.com/stop-procrastinating-as-a-child-free-business-owner/) - Are you a CF business owner WHO tends to do everything but what you’re supposed to be working on? Hey action taker! I’m Jennifer, the Ultimate Time Freedom and intentional living Coach for Child-Free business owners. In this video I’ll talk about 7 reasons why you're procrastinating and how to stop, how it affects people, - [How a Child-free Productivity Coach can Help You Reach Your Goals](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-a-child-free-productivity-coach-can-help-you-reach-your-goals/) - Not enough time? Then you may need a Productivity Coach. In this video I cover what they do and why you may want to hire one, especially as a child-free business owner. Not enough time to do everything you actually want to do? Then you might need a Productivity Coach. Hi I’m Jennifer, the time - [Why having more time as a child-free woman is actually a myth for online business owners](https://productivelychildfree.com/why-having-more-time-as-a-childfree-woman-is-actually-a-myth-for-online-business-owners/) - There's this common misconception that when you don’t have kids, it means you have all this extra free time. The thing is, it’s not always true. Today, I’m going to talk about why having more time as a child-free Entrepreneur is a myth plus 3 tips to start gaining back 2+ hours/week to do more - [Why I'm Childfree-by-Choice](https://productivelychildfree.com/why-im-childfree-by-choice/) - What does being a child-free by choice as an online business owner in my 30s look like? Hi, I’m Jennifer, the Time Optimizer for child-free online business owners. I help you optimize your time so you can fully embrace your no-kid lifestyle. If this sounds good, then you’re in the right place. Today, I’m going - [How Much Time To Spend On Marketing As A Solopreneur?](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-much-time-to-spend-on-marketing-as-a-solopreneur/) - As a Solopreneur, do you get overwhelmed with your marketing, what to post, and not sure how much time to spend on your marketing? In this video, I’ll be talking to Melissa and we’ll simplify all of those questions for you so you know where to start and what to focus on now. - [How I Started my Business](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-i-started-my-business/) - It wasn’t until 2015 that I stopped letting everyone else tell me how to live life. I refused to conform to society and Southern expectations any longer. - [Case Study: Christina Lawrence, The Bio Writer](https://productivelychildfree.com/case-study-christina-lawrence-the-bio-writer/) - "Jennifer Vaaler, The Time Optimizer, is a game-changer. With her guidance, I’m moving from overwhelm into alignment in both my personal life and in my business. As a child-free solo business owner with a second job, I am busy. Before working with Jennifer, I had a tendency of overworking myself and saying yes to everyone - [Work Life Balance and 1 Thing to do Instead](https://productivelychildfree.com/work-life-balance-and-what-to-do-instead/) - Do you feel like you're busy, but don't feel like you accomplished anything and stay stuck in your business and life? I used to beat myself up when I wasn't giving every aspect of my life the same amount of attention. It took a chronic illness and depression to realize that "balance" wasn't real. In - [How Loneliness & Anxiety Affects Your Time Management, with Stefany Babain](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-loneliness-anxiety-affects-your-time-management-with-stefany-babain/) - In this video, I talk to Mental Wealth Coach, Stefany Babain, about how loneliness and anxiety affects your time management in different aspects of your life and business. - [3 Tips to Create Work-Life Balance (Alignment)](https://productivelychildfree.com/3-tips-work-life-balance-alignment/) - Here are 3 Tips to create work-life alignment (balance) as a childfree solo business owner. - [5 Ways to Prevent Burnout When You Work From Home](https://productivelychildfree.com/5-ways-to-prevent-burnout-when-you-work-from-home/) - Your business and projects are your passion so it doesn't feel like work, most of the time. This can turn you into a workaholic. The longer this goes on, working too much begins taking a toll on our body and relationships. Once our energy gets depleted, burnout ensues and get stuck in a rut. You - [3 Reasons to Keep a Schedule & Routine During the Pandemic](https://productivelychildfree.com/3-reasons-to-keep-a-schedule-routine-during-the-2020-pandemic/) - It's been a very interesting year so far. Have you needed to pivot your business or have more family members home than usual? Do you work from home and feel like throwing your 2020/2021 planner out the window at this point? Before you give up on the planner, read on... Here are 3 Reasons why - [Content Strategy: Blogging for your Business](https://productivelychildfree.com/content-marketing-strategy/) - If you're reading this, that means you would rather write than go live on video. That's great! Me too. The good news is that there is no one "best" content marketing strategy for your business. Instead, utilize your strengths and repurpose that method. Whether it's writing, video, podcast, etc. First, let me clarify that turning - [What is a Small Business Strategist?](https://productivelychildfree.com/what-is-a-small-business-strategist/) - In the online world, titles like Business Strategist, Consultant, and Coach can get mixed up easily. These are important human resources to help you with your business so you don't have to do it alone. Do you need a Strategist, or someone else? Not knowing the difference can be a waste of money and time. - [6 Types of Home Office Clutter that's Preventing Your Productivity](https://productivelychildfree.com/6-types-of-home-office-clutter-thats-preventing-your-productivity/) - Clutter. It comes in many forms, not just physical clutter. Some forms of clutter you may not have realized. Here are 6 Types of Office Clutter that's Preventing Your Productivity: 1) Trash & Recycle This is the easiest to get rid of. Are there candy wrappers, bottles, pens, dry erase markers or highlighters that don’t - [Simplify Your Time & Schedule Workshop](https://productivelychildfree.com/simplify-your-time-schedule-workshop/) - How clear are you on your WHY and priorities? Now, more than ever is this important. Adapting to different situations and making smart, quick decisions is what separates the fearful from the leaders. FREE 5-Day Workshop to realign with your goals and create a flexible schedule that works for you. Join the Waitlist here, NOW! - [Is a Word of the Year Necessary to Succeed in your Business?](https://productivelychildfree.com/is-a-word-of-the-year-necessary-to-succeed-in-your-business/) - It's that time of year. It seems like everyone is talking about their word of the year. Maybe you're curious about what it actually is. Maybe you're considering choosing a word yourself, but the anxiety of choosing one word to sum up an entire year can be a bit much. In this article, I'll explain - [2019 Year in Review - The Simplified Office](https://productivelychildfree.com/2019-year-in-review-simplified-office/) - Here is the 2019 review, both good and bad, ups and downs. In this 2019 review, you'll see the evolution of this year. Up until this year, I've not been a "word of the year" person. I don't (or didn't) like that kind of commitment and didn't see the point. Instead, as the year went - [What is Time Management & Why is it Important as a Solo Business Owner?](https://productivelychildfree.com/what-is-time-management-why-is-it-important-as-a-solo-business-owner/) - Time Management. We all have the same 24 hours in the day. You know it's important and you hear it all the time, and maybe you need more of it yourself. But what does it mean, exactly? Let me break it down for ya. What is Time Management? Time Management helps you structure your tasks - [Planning Ahead for the Holidays as a Solo Business Owner](https://productivelychildfree.com/3-reasons-to-plan-ahead-your-holidays/) - 3 Reasons to Plan Ahead Your Holidays as a Solo Business Owner It's finally October! Are you feeling anxious knowing the holidays are around the corner? You know how hectic the holidays can be. Between holiday shopping, festivities, and cooking on top of your already hectic life, it’s no wonder it’s easy to get frustrated, - [DIY Home Office Decluttering Course](https://productivelychildfree.com/diy-home-office-decluttering-course/) - "Clutter to Calm: DIY Home Office Decluttering Course" Do you dread working in your home office because the clutter is overwhelming, you don't know where that important paper is when you need it, and not sure where to put everything? Physical clutter takes up emotional anxiety, so when you get rid of things, - [1 Thing to Focus on to Keep Your Sanity as a Solopreneur](https://productivelychildfree.com/1-thing-to-focus-on-to-keep-your-sanity-as-a-solopreneur/) - Everyone starts here: 1 Thing to Focus on to Keep Your Sanity as a Solopreneur. Whether you want to grow into a multimillion-dollar business, or keep your business small and outsource as needed. You gotta start somewhere. That somewhere is solo. You’re excited so you dive right in! Work doesn’t feel like work when you’re - [The Simplified Office 2018 Recap](https://productivelychildfree.com/the-simplified-office-2018-recap/) - First, I wanted to take this time to wish you and your family a very happy and healthy New Year! I understand that you have many choices when it comes to Business efficiency Coaches and am very appreciative that you trust me with your time management and office organizing needs! It's been quite the year. - [When Nothing Seems to Go To Plan In Your Business, Do This](https://productivelychildfree.com/when-nothing-seems-to-go-to-plan-in-your-business-do-this/) - Do you ever feel like nothing ever goes to plan? That no matter how much you plan and prepare, something always comes up? Maybe you’re not where you hoped to be in life right now. Here’s the thing. That’s life. Things happen - tech issues, health issues, learning curves, opportunities, etc. What to do - [How To Create Consistency Through Self-Image](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-to-create-consistency-through-self-image/) - Do you have Consistency from your self-image? For example, when you’re not consistent with posting valuable content, why is that? How do you see yourself that’s preventing you from not consistently staying visible? This is something I recently had an “ah-ha” moment about. “We all act consistent with who we believe we are” ~ Dan - [The Organized Home Office Series: with Sara Wiles](https://productivelychildfree.com/the-organized-home-office-series-sara-wiles/) - This is a new series for 2018 where I interview successful women who work from home on how an organized home office space has helped them be more productive in their business. Want to be interviewed for this series this year? Want to nominate someone for me to interview? Contact me today! This month, The Organized Home Office - [FAQ: What is the "Coffee Shop Efficiency Concept?"](https://productivelychildfree.com/coffee-shop-efficiency-concept/) - I was surprised by the great response I've gotten about my "coffee shop efficiency concept." I kept getting asked what it is. In this video, I explain the story behind it, and what a cafe' has to do with your home office layout. Before I started The Simplified Office, I was a Barista for over - [FAQ: How do I Bring You Value?](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-do-i-bring-you-value/) - FAQ: What is The Simplified Office & How Do I Bring You Value? Learn more about how you can go from chaos to calm in your home office and Business. After being in the specialty coffee industry for over a decade and owning two coffee drive-thru's, I take what I call the "coffee shop - [3 Things To Do For Better Goal Setting in your Solo Business](https://productivelychildfree.com/3-things-to-do-for-better-goal-setting/) - Goal setting. It's not always an easy thing when you don't' have any idea what to focus on, or you have too many ideas and need to narrow them down. First. take a moment to stop and back up a couple of steps before you get into goal setting. 3 Things I do before - [5 Reasons To Declutter Your Home Office](https://productivelychildfree.com/5-reasons-to-declutter-your-home-office/) - Spring cleaning season is here! As you spring clean your home, garage, and life, don’t forget your very important workspace, whether it’s a room with a door, the kitchen table, a desk in your room, etc. Here are 5 reasons to Declutter your home office space: 1) Decreases Your Productivity Stephanie Winston, - [The Organized Home Office Series: with Michelle Clayton](https://productivelychildfree.com/organized-home-office-series-michelle-clayton/) - This is a new series for 2018 where I interview successful women who work from home on how an organized home office space has helped them be more productive in their business. Want to be interviewed for this series this year? Want to nominate someone for me to interview? Contact me today! This month, The Organized Home Office - [4 Ideas to use your Tax Refund for Business Goals](https://productivelychildfree.com/ideas-tax-refund-for-business-goals/) - This is a collaborative post between me and Will Vanhook- my Entrepreneur friend and Business CPA. Below are Will's tips to use your tax refund for your business goals, along with my process on how I put his ideas into action. Refund Check! ... Now What?! If you are one of the many who have - [The Organized Home Office Series: with Kierra Jones](https://productivelychildfree.com/organized-home-office-series-kierra-jones/) - This is a new series for 2018 where I interview successful women who work from home on how an organized home office space has helped them be more productive in their business. Want to be interviewed for this series this year? Want to nominate someone for me to interview? Contact me today! ____ Introduce yourself and - [3 Ways to use Evernote as a Freelance Writer](https://productivelychildfree.com/3-ways-use-evernote-freelance-writer/) - What is Evernote? If your brain had a library and 3-ring binders, it would be Evernote. You can store, share, organize and search important information in one place. You even have easy access on-the go- since Evernote syncs across all devices. What you’ll Learn In this training, you'll learn 3 Ways to use Evernote - [2017 Wrap Up, Lessons Learned, & Announcements](https://productivelychildfree.com/2017-wrap-up-lessons-learned-announcements/) - First, I want to thank you for being part of this journey together this year! I wouldn’t be here without you You're the reason I do what I do and wake up each morning with enthusiasm. Brand Updates With the clarity I've discovered this year, also comes some new, minor updates to my brand for - [What Chronic Illness Has Taught Me About Business](https://productivelychildfree.com/what-chronic-illness-has-taught-me-about-business/) - Once I was diagnosed with my chronic illness, my world turned upside down. Priorities changed. Values changed. Things that were once important were now insignificant. I didn't know who I was anymore and unsure of the future. Over the course of this year, my chronic illness has taught me a lot about Business and being - [Find Your Writing Flow: 5-Day Challenge](https://productivelychildfree.com/find-writing-flow-5-day-challenge/) - Write your own content and/or blog, but you're not consistent and tend to have writer's block? You know the importance of creating consistent, valuable content for your readers and audience that makes you visible, but thinking about it makes you anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed. You're not sure where to start, or you just need - [The Power of Planning with Chronic Illness, for Bloggers, Coaches & Virtual Assistants](https://productivelychildfree.com/the-power-of-planning-with-health-issues-chronic-illness-for-bloggers-business-owners/) - I'm writing something different today. It's a topic I've been wanting to cover for awhile, and I've noticed that there are a lot more people in similar, unique, situations as me. I'm not sure why, but for some reason I've been surprised about how many other entrepreneurs and business owners battle with mental health and - [How To Stay in your Writing Flow to Increase Productivity and Prevent Overwhelm](https://productivelychildfree.com/writing-flow-increase-productivity-prevent-overwhelm/) - Do you enjoy writing, but just want to stay in the flow and prevent writing content burnout? Here's my (summarized) story about my writing journey, overwhelm, burnout, how I found my flow and 3 tips to find your writing flow to increase productivity. Where my Blogging Began In 2009 I started my first blog - [Declutter your Home Office to help Teachers](https://productivelychildfree.com/home-office-decluttering-teacher-donations/) - Decluttering your home office doesn't have to be overwhelming when you find motivation with a good cause. Ah school shopping is back! My favorite time of year. Mainly because it's the best time of year to shop for office supplies for your business and home office. Hello sales! I don't know about you, but I - [1 Simple Way to Start Creating Workflows and Processes in your Business ](https://productivelychildfree.com/1-simple-way-to-start-creating-workflows-and-processes-in-your-business/) - You know the importance of putting workflows and processes into place, but it feels overwhelming or you're not sure where to start. Don't worry. You can take action doing this 1 simple way to start creating workflows and processes in your Business, today! Document as you Go Yup, that's it. Simple, right? Everything I learn - [Announcement: Jennifer Vaaler, Certified Evernote Consultant](https://productivelychildfree.com/jennifer-vaaler-certified-evernote-consultant/) - It's been a long time coming and I'm happy to finally announce...I recently became a Certified Evernote Consultant! It's been a dream of mine to become certified in Evernote, ever since I discovered it in 2013. My accomplishment is YOUR benefit! What IS Evernote? "Evernote lets you capture anything you want, such as product ideas, project - [My Top Productivity Tools for Solo Business Owners](https://productivelychildfree.com/productivity-tools-for-entrpreneurs-side-hustlers/) - I get a lot of questions about the latest tools I'm using to run my business as an online small business and what I would recommend to run their business. Most of these tools are free or I've upgraded to their cheapest paid version. Not only do I love to test new and different online - [How To Create a New Business Schedule for Back To School](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-to-create-a-new-business-schedule-for-back-to-school/) - School is back in session. Your business hours may have been all over the place during summer festivities and getting back into the school routine can take a few days. Now that you have had some time to get settled into your child's routine, it's time to find your stride in your business - [My Favorite Online Tools for Solo Coaches & Consultants](https://productivelychildfree.com/my-favorite-online-tools-for-solo-coaches-consultants/) - Don't get me wrong, I love my tech tools. With so many options out there, it can get pretty overwhelming. I love testing different online apps, websites, social media sites, etc. to figure out how to create an efficient business as possible. The ones that work the best, I continue to use. The tools I - [2014 Updates](https://productivelychildfree.com/2014-updates/) - This year is summed up in one word: Evolve. It consisted of self-reflection and evaluation of my life and business. I've grown as a parson and learned (finally admitted to myself) that there are things that I need to change for the better and have a better mindset. The Business Agenda I'm multi-passionate but have - [Why Minimal Digital Tools?](https://productivelychildfree.com/why_minimal-digital-tools/) - This is something I strongly believe in and is one of my main business missions. As with many things, there can be too much of a good thing. What is digital minimalism? Simply, it's benefiting from technology without it taking over our lives. It is why I carry around a planner, notepad, pen and pencil. - [Vulnerability in Change](https://productivelychildfree.com/vulnerablity-and-change/) - Day 6: #FeelGoodBlogging Challenge - Vulnerability Now, I have no problem being vulnerable. That's what makes us human and "real". The question is what to write about since I've written a few things already that were vulnerable. Here is a post I wrote a couple years ago about change and taking risks in my life. - [How To Love Monday's](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-to-love-mondays/) - I happen to be a morning person. You may not be, and that's okay. I'm one of these "annoying Monday people" that are chirpy and excited to get the week started. It may also be because I was a Barista most of my life. Whether you're a morning person or not, there is no reason - [10 Things You Didn't Know About Me](https://productivelychildfree.com/10-things-didnt-know-about-me/) - Day4 of the #FeelGoodBlogging Challenge encourages us to open up and post 10 things you may not know about me. I'm an open book, so choosing which things to share was hard to pick. 1. I'm obsessed with the mountains I grew up in the foothills of North Carolina and remember family trips up there - [Finding my Passion](https://productivelychildfree.com/blogchallenge2_finding-my-passion/) - Day 2 of #FeelGoodBlogging Challenge- Finding my Passion. It's a pretty long story so I tried to summarize it here. I hope it inspires you to find yours. 1990-2003 For as long as I can remember, I loved writing- poetry, short stories, journaling, etc. My Senior High school English teacher was the first person to - [Hello, a Quick Introduction](https://productivelychildfree.com/blogchallenge1_hello/) - I've never done a blogging challenge before so when Alex Beadon announced her #FeelGoodBlogging Challenge, I had to try writing 7 days straight. Today is day 1, (re) Introducing myself. Hello! I’m Jennifer Vaaler. An INFJ, writer, coffee connoisseur, office supplies junkie and list-maker. I'm an early bird ready to rock the day as soon - [7 Ways to make Social Media Marketing Quick and Easy](https://productivelychildfree.com/make-social-media-marketing-quick-easy/) - Social Media is one of the best free options to market your business. It can be overwhelming and time consuming, but shouldn't be. Here are 7 Tips I use to stay organized and focused with quick and easy Social Media Marketing. Time Being on social media may feel like you're busy, but that doesn't mean - [Transpire Life Guidelines](https://productivelychildfree.com/transpire-life-guidelines/) - As we get older, we become wiser and may wish to go back to tell our younger self what we've learned. But, we must remember those past experiences have shaped us into what we are today. Instead of going back, take what you've learned up to this point as guidelines for your new life and - [This New Feeling](https://productivelychildfree.com/new-feeling-nesting/) - With all the excitement of house buying and a steady career, there is a new strange feeling. I've never considered myself particular in keeping my home neat and tidy. It's always been more "organized clutter" because the space is too small. But the chaos of clutter wasn't organized at all. It was a struggle with myself - [How to import notebooks from Evernote to Springpad](https://productivelychildfree.com/how-to-import-notebooks-from-evernote-to-springpad/) - As much as I adore Evernote to organize my thoughts and for clipping great articles and photos, I still really wanted to use Springpad because I prefer it's "Thumbnail view" for easier scanning. And you can never have too many backups, right? I wasn't about to go through all 200 plus notes and "spring" each - [Has Helping Others Become a Trend?](https://productivelychildfree.com/has-helping-others-become-a-trend/) - What do you think of when you hear the the word "philanthropy" or "pay it forward"? I'm a huge fan of making someone's day better and was brought up to help others in need and to love everyone. It makes sense, to me, to do this on a daily basis. Maybe that's why I can't - [Take Opportunity Risks](https://productivelychildfree.com/career-opportunity-risk/) - What a year and they only go by faster as we get older. But coffee helps accomplish all that needs doing. And boy was this another big year. The biggest yet, actually. Although I miss this blog, there are other things now that need more of my attention. With that said, I will continue to - [Re-evaluating Career to Move Forward](https://productivelychildfree.com/re-evaluating-career-to-move-forward/) - Have you ever had your career planned out? Or at least been set on your main goals? Then the years fly by and the next thing you know, you're not where you thought you'd be at this point in your life? This is how I've felt all month. I thought I'd be married, with at - [Changes](https://productivelychildfree.com/changes/) - Changes are scary. Changes are needed. A new job was the change I needed. 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It takes reflection and - [Getting Organized: Office](https://productivelychildfree.com/getting-organized-office/) - This year, I'm making sure to be organized. It's always made me overwhelmed, so I'll be focusing on one area at a time. Starting with the office. I don't have a room dedicated to office space. Instead, I use the dining table since it's near the most windows for natural light and the dining table has - [2012, A New Beginning](https://productivelychildfree.com/2012-a-new-beginning/) - As most people begin to make the same 'ol New Year resolutions that never seem to stick after the first couple months, I've decided to shy away from this for a different outlook to begin 2012. Changes are scary. But sometimes we need a "kick in the arse" of "tell me like it is" to - [Life's Curve-balls](https://productivelychildfree.com/lifes-curve-balls/) - I had forgotten about this blog until recently. Here is an update since the last post from March last year. So much has happened. 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Decision Fatigue stats by the National Library of Medicine: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6119549/ Check out my Website: - [How to Beat Procrastination](https://productivelychildfree.com/podcast/how-to-beat-procrastination/) - Most of us know that it's important to beat procrastination, but few know how to do it. In this episode, I'm sharing with you some tips on how to overcome procrastination and get more done. Check out my Website: https://productivelychildfree.com Apply for the Group Program, Purposeful Planning Pathfinders: https://productivelychildfree.com/purposeful-planning-pathfinders/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@productivelychildfree Follow on - [Childfree Myth: Lots of Free Time](https://productivelychildfree.com/podcast/childfree-myth-lots-of-free-time/) - I talk about the misconception that being child-free equals lots of free time. Plus, 3 tips to start gaining 2+hours/week to find more free time. 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Check out my Website: https://productivelychildfree.com Apply for the Group Program, Purposeful Planning Pathfinders: https://productivelychildfree.com/purposeful-planning-pathfinders/ - [Embrace Your Childfree Life](https://productivelychildfree.com/podcast/embrace-your-childfree-life/) - Let's talk about what’s holding you back from fully embracing your Child-free lifestyle and 3 reasons why you will want to embrace it. Learn more on my website: https://productivelychildfree.com Learn more and Apply for the Purposeful Planning Pathfinders Group Program: https://productivelychildfree.com/purposeful-planning-pathfinders/ - [Why I'm Child-free by Choice](https://productivelychildfree.com/podcast/why-im-child-free-by-choice/) - Here's my story about my child-free by choice journey. It's not what you would expect... - [My Productivity Evolution](https://productivelychildfree.com/podcast/my-productivity-evolution/) - Let's talk about how my view of productivity has evolved over the years, from not naturally organized and in an abusive relationship to chronic illness and thriving. - [I accidently started a Podcast. Let's talk about it.](https://productivelychildfree.com/podcast/i-accidently-started-a-podcast-lets-talk-about-it/) - I accidentally started a childfree podcast... 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[Decision Making Process](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/organized-business/decision-making-process/) - [Home Office Decluttering](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/home-office-decluttering/) - [Home Office Ideas](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/home-office-ideas/) - [Solo Business Planning](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/solo-business-planning/) - [Project Management & Planning](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/organized-business/project-management-planning/) - [time management for solo business owners](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/time-management-for-solo-business-owners/) - [Jennifer's Business Journey](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/jennifers-business-journey/) - [Interviews](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/interviews/) - [FAQ's](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/faqs/) - [Organized Business](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/organized-business/) - [Business Marketing Strategy](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/business-marketing-strategy/) - [work life balance](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/work-life-balance/) - [Child-free Lifestyle](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/child-free-lifestyle/) - [Podcast](https://productivelychildfree.com/category/podcast/) ## Tags - [organized](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/organized/) - [home office](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/home-office/) - [inspiration](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/inspiration/) - [boundaries](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/boundaries/) - [chronic Illness](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/chronic-illness/) - [Solopreneur](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/solopreneur/) - [Jennifer's Journey](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/jennifers-journey/) - [how-to](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/how-to/) - [Evernote](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/evernote/) - [editorial calendar](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/editorial-calendar/) - [simplify](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/simplify/) - [social media](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/social-media/) - [#FeelGoodBlogging Challenge](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/feelgoodblogging-challenge/) - [motivation](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/motivation/) - [business](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/business/) - [Digital Tools](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/digital-tools/) - [online](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/online/) - [Resources](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/resources/) - [tools](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/tools/) - [back to school](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/back-to-school/) - [school supplies](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/school-supplies/) - [flow](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/flow/) - [writing](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/writing/) - [5-Day](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/5-day/) - [Challenge](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/challenge/) - [Freelance Writer](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/freelance-writer/) - [2017](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/2017/) - [The Organized Home Office Interview Series](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/the-organized-home-office-interview-series/) - [video series](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/video-series/) - [what is the simplified office?](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/what-is-the-simplified-office/) - [declutter](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/declutter/) - [VA](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/va/) - [Virtual Assistant](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/virtual-assistant/) - [consistency](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/consistency/) - [enjoy the journey](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/enjoy-the-journey/) - [Solopreneur journey](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/solopreneur-journey/) - [DIY](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/diy/) - [online course](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/online-course/) - [Holiday Planning](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/holiday-planning/) - [2019](https://productivelychildfree.com/tag/2019/) - 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