Building a Productive Business Model that Works for Your Energy Capacity with Anne-Sophie Pelletier
Mindful Productivity Podcast05/09/22 • 42 min
What happens when you find yourself in a cycle of burnout and unsustainable commitments in your business? How might you break free and make a change so that you can not only keep your head above water but also love how you work and get things done?
Anne-Sophie Pelletier joins the podcast today to share her story of how she navigated through creating and changing a business model that just wasn't working for her.
In this episode Anne-So shares:
- What made her realize traditional productivity strategies weren't working for her and what to do instead
- Building a business model around ADHD
- How to setup a task inventory and prioritize your tasks by energy level
- Setting tangible work boundaries
- and so much more!
Let's get into it!
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05/09/22 • 42 min
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Mindful Productivity Podcast - Building a Productive Business Model that Works for Your Energy Capacity with Anne-Sophie Pelletier
Transcript
Welcome back to the podcast, friends. You are listening to the Mindful Productivity Podcast. And I'm your host, Sarah Steckler. And do I have a treat for you today. We've got an amazing guest joining the show and we're having this lovely conversation around productivity, activity, energy management, and more specifically, what it means to shift and build a business model that works for you, your brain and your mental capacity. So allow me to introduce you to our guest
Building a Productive Business Model that Works for Your Energy Capacity with Anne-Sophie Pelletier Top Questions Answered
How can a cube timer help combat time blindness caused by ADHD?
A cube timer can help individuals with ADHD manage their time by providing visual cues and reminders for completing tasks within specific time intervals.
What is the Task Inventory tip mentioned by the speaker?
The Task Inventory involves listing all business tasks, identifying when and how they are done, assessing their energy requirement, and determining how much they are dreaded.
What is the significance of having a list of low-energy tasks for days with low capacity?
Having a list of low-energy tasks allows individuals to still be productive on days when their energy levels are low, enabling them to accomplish meaningful work without overwhelming themselves.
How does celebrating small accomplishments contribute to productivity?
Celebrating small accomplishments helps to boost motivation and maintain a positive mindset, making it easier to continue working on tasks. It also provides a sense of fulfillment and progress.
Why is it important to prioritize tasks instead of using the "eat the frog" approach?
Prioritizing tasks allows individuals to focus on the most important and urgent tasks first, increasing productivity and reducing the feeling of overwhelm. The "eat the frog" approach may not always align with individual energy levels and preferences.
What are the negative effects of multitasking?
Multitasking can negatively impact productivity as it leads to decreased focus, increased errors, and longer refocusing times. Shifting attention between tasks can take up to 20 minutes to regain full concentration.
How did the speaker set boundaries at work and why were they important?
The speaker set boundaries at work to protect their energy and create space for recharging. Clearly communicating business hours, choosing specific communication channels with clients, and having a non-negotiable cut-off time for work were some of the strategies mentioned.
What are some challenges faced by the speaker in their previous job as a personal trainer?
The speaker struggled with the physical and mental drain of seeing clients back-to-back, leading them to realize that their business model was not sustainable.
How did seeking help from a business coach contribute to the speaker's transformation?
Seeking help from a business coach allowed the speaker to work through their goals, values, strengths, weaknesses, energy sources, and drains, helping them develop a more sustainable and productive business model.
How can understanding oneself better through an ADHD diagnosis help in managing productivity?
Understanding oneself better through an ADHD diagnosis can help individuals identify specific challenges such as motivation struggles, prioritization difficulties, time blindness, and executive dysfunction, allowing them to implement targeted strategies for managing their productivity.
Does the speaker offer further discussion on the topic through her Instagram account?
Yes, the speaker can be reached on Instagram at @anne.so.pelletier, where she welcomes direct messages for further discussion on productivity and energy management.
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