Half-Finished to Done Podcast with Cristina Roman, Productivity Coach for Ambitious Business Owners

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Get in touch: www.piquecoaching.co Do you procrastinate? In this episode we discuss what procrastination really is, and introduce you to concepts that will help you understand this behavior with more depth. Stopping procrastination is not a question of willpower, it is about understanding our brain.

In this episode, we take a look at the highlights of Season 2 and I have an invitation for you. Book a free 30 minute mini-coaching session with me at: www.piquecoaching.co/minisession Availability is limited and slots are filling up.

In this episode, I chat with Bendita Cynthia Malakia about her role as a Diversity & Inclusion Strategist and change agent.   Listen in as we discuss: • Working with big organizations on diversity and inclusion initiatives • How to stay alert to your inherent biases • Understanding two models for allyship: the UPSTANDERS model and the ALLY acronym

Perfectionism. Prioritization. Analysis paralysis. Distraction. These are all challenges that my community mentions on a regular basis that keep them from living their personal and professional lives like they would like to.    In this episode, I’m breaking down how you can tackle each of these challenges. Oh, and I go on a littttttle rant, too :)  Here’s what we cover:  • How to handle perfectionism • What to do if you’re a chronic starter -- but not a finisher   • What to do when people are overly dependent on you  • How to distinguish urgent vs important tasks in order to prioritize more effectively • How to create a daily workable system • How to handle analysis paralysis and get into action using the “DDDD principle”  • The value of tracking your time  Resources mentioned:  • Guide: How to get into a deep work state in 15 minutes  • The Pique Podcast episodes: How to change the way you think about productivity + time management, Career values, pivoting, + limitations with Liz Cohen (where we also talk about Tim Ferriss’ fear setting exercise), and The overlap between behavioral economics + coaching with Nate Andorsky • Books: Finish by Jon Acuff, Indistractible by Nir Eyal  • The time management matrix  • Ramit Sethi’s Instagram

Rebecca Johnson is a strategic collaborator, writer, and motivational coach. She helps organizations align their brand story, leadership, and teamwork to create values-driven influence.  We first connected via Instagram about her Values Deck -- a set of cards that help individuals and groups clarify core values that drive work and life. Stay tuned to the end of the episode, where she pulls some cards from the Values Deck and we do a rapid-fire discussion about what each of them means to us.  Resources mentioned: • Rebecca’s website, Story Solutions • The Values Deck • Books: Dare to Lead by Brene Brown, The Power of the Other by Henry Cloud, The Second Mountain by David Brooks • Podcast: The Bible for Normal People • The Pique Podcast episodes: Shame, accountability, intuition + the church with Pastor Bill Rose and Intuitive work: what it is + how to do it • The Classical Enneagram test • The Motivational Core Assessment  • Evolving Faith Conference

In this episode, I’m diving into two of my simple but highly effective tips for decision making. These two strategies take away the angst and stress of decision making and allow you to get curious, explore openly, and eventually, make a decision with more certainty. Tip #1: Ensure that you’re ready to make a decision by asking this one question. Tip #2: If you’re not ready yet, move into information gathering mode. This may sound overly simplistic, but don’t underestimate its value!   

Back by popular demand on the podcast: James Lenhoff! You all loved James’ straightforward, no-nonsense approach to finances so much that I invited him to join me again.  I brought him your questions about money in relationships, how to take ownership of your finances once and for all, how to handle a raise, and what he spends money on with his family to improve their lives.   A quick rundown on what we cover in the episode: • Reframe the way you approach the holidays by asking this one question • How to find a compelling purpose for your money  • Why following expert money advice isn’t always the best idea • Wanting from a place of abundance vs scarcity • James’ take on what to do if your partner is in debt, if people should have a “Fuck Off Fund,” why things shouldn’t be 50/50 in a relationship, what to do when you get a raise, and the first step that you should take if you currently have no money management system in place  • Why “I didn’t sign up for this” -- and other seemingly innocent little thoughts can be so detrimental • What laughter has to do with coaching -- and how to know if you’re not coachable  • What to track instead of your income • The best time to get into the stock market • How productivity saves money and how to learn how to delay gratification   Resources • Money communities, unflappability, and generosity with James Lenhoff • Quicken (paid) and Mint.com (free) The 8-minute exercise that I mention on the episode: For each category below, spend 1 minute (no more -- set a timer) coming up with something that you want that feels totally impossible for you to have. It can be physical or non-physical; a thing, a belief, an experience, etc. Anything goes, but just one thing per category: 1. Self confidence
 2. Career
 3. Finances
 4. Productivity + time management
 5. Community + Relationships
 6. Health and wellness
 7. Creativity
 8. Physical environment (city, home, possessions, etc)
 Use this sentence to guide you: "It feels impossible, but in my [category above], I want __________." You can also use this one: "If I had a magic wand, I would wish for ____________."

Trigger warning: This episode contains graphic description of sexual assault.  In 2015, I was sexually assaulted. In this episode, two of my close friends come on the podcast to digest the experience with me. We talk about the experience itself, the aftermath, the shift in my perspectives, and how to show up for those who have been sexually assaulted. It’s a story about more than just sexual assault -- it’s about hope, friendship, perspective, and knowing yourself.  If you or someone you know is looking for someone to talk to about being sexually assaulted, the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).  Resources mentioned: • Books: Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle, Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer • Pique Podcast episode: Infertility, marriage, + pain with Sara Rose Whaley

Are you the type of person who Googles “productivity tips” on a regular basis? Do you sign up for freebies via email, but never open them or take action? Are you afraid to invest in something in case it doesn’t work for you? This episode is for you.  Those who opt in to my email list have the option of answering an additional question: “What is the #1 challenge in your life right now?”  Those who come in through my deep work freebie have mentioned that they struggle with constantly shifting priorities, putting out work fire, dealing with overwhelming amounts of work, and finding balance, amongst other things.  In this episode, I’m sharing how to deal with these challenges.  Resources mentioned:  • How to get into a deep work state in 15 minutes  • The first step in every decision making process

Trigger warning: We cover parental death, suicide, cancer, and grief in this episode.  I’ve been wanting to talk about death and dying on the podcast since the very beginning, so I was thrilled when Danielle Strouse, a licensed therapist, reached out to me to offer herself up as a guest. • Danielle’s integrative counseling work with her clients -- including existential therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy • The benefit of facing your mortality and finiteness head on  • The ways in which we avoid the reality of death by overdrinking, using drugs, or overworking • How Danielle’s personal experience with grief has influenced her work as an existential therapist  • How to work with -- not against -- our death anxiety by asking “What scares me about death?”  • How Danielle has made unconventional life choices driven by her awareness of her finiteness   • Why it’s so important as practitioners to face our own darkness • A beautiful story about rippling -- which “refers to the fact that each of us creates—often without our conscious intent or knowledge—concentric circles of influence that may affect others for years, even for generations.”  I am so struck by Danielle’s vulnerability and immersive storytelling, and I know you will be, too.  Resources mentioned: • Book: Staring at the Sun by Irvin D. Yalom • The Pique Podcast: Acceptance, commitment, + mindfulness with Holly Moses + Holly Yates • Death over Dinner All content provided is protected under applicable copyright, patent, trademark, and other proprietary rights. All content is provided for informational and educational purposes only. No content is intended to be a substitute for professional medical or psychological diagnosis, advice or treatment. Information provided does not create an agreement for service between Danielle Strouse and the recipient. Consult your physician regarding the applicability of any opinions or recommendations with respect to your symptoms or medical condition. Children or adults who show signs of dangerous behavior toward themselves and/or others should be placed immediately under the care of a qualified professional.  

In this episode, I’m bringing my amazing podcast manager, Keli Marks, out from behind the scenes to join me on the mics.  Working with Keli since season one of the podcast has been a gift, and I think you’ll understand why. Not only is he talented technically, he also brings his calming presence and deep spirituality into his freelancing work.  We dive into the following topics: • 00:00: Getting in touch with your soul through a variety of methods, like Transcendental Meditation, mindfulness, Bhakti yoga, and mantras.  • 14:42: Finding harmony in life, even in suffering, and positioning ourselves correctly in the world.  • 19:29: How to view the world through the lens of karma -- even if you don’t believe in it -- to empower yourself.  • 25:20: Buying a tiny house: composting toilets, conscious minimalism, mobility, and more. • 34:09: How to KonMari your physical life -- and your heart.  • 42:41: How to streamline your business (and life) with agile project management and gamification, and how to choose a tool and stick to it for maximum productivity. • 56:20: How to use morning pages for increased focus, higher-quality outputs, and idea generation. (One of Keli’s jobs came directly from an idea that sparked during his morning pages!)  • 58:10: Debating and defining manifestation as it relates to your identity and ego.  • 1:05:08: Keli’s closing thoughts and a quote to carry into your day: “And every day, the world will drag you by the hand, yelling, “This is important! And this is important! And this is important! You need to worry about this! And this! And this!” And each day, it’s up to you to yank your hand back, put it on your heart and say, “No. This is what’s important.” - Iain Thomas Resources mentioned:  • Enneagram personality test • How to change your limiting beliefs • International Pure Bhakti Yoga Society  • Vedabase.io • Books: The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Alan Singer • Greywater recycling • The Pique Podcast episodes: More self-awareness, focus, + creativity with morning pages and The overlap between behavioral economics + coaching with Nate Andorsky • Pique Coaching emails: Free up your mental space with these two tricks (the “hold” tip mentioned in the episode) • Tools: Trello, Notion, ConvertKit, Habitica, The Pomodoro Technique • Bullet Journal for making plans and tracking habits • How to get into a deep work state in 15 minutes • Abraham Hicks • The Gift: Poems by Hafiz, the Great Sufi Master