#170 The Overwhelmed Octopus: Why Cake Artists Feel Stretched Thin, and How to Take Back Your Time.
Description
In this episode, Cristina dives into the most common result from her Cake International interactive quiz: The Overwhelmed Octopus. If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling too many tasks, switching between baking, decorating, answering messages, managing orders, family obligations, and social media, this episode is for you.
Cristina explores why so many cake artists fall into this pattern, how it affects their creativity, income, and mental space, and the three key shifts that can help you move from chaos to clarity.
She walks you through practical, simple strategies to reduce overwhelm: prioritizing tasks, setting realistic boundaries, and designing a workflow that lets you regain control of your day. You’ll leave feeling seen, supported, and empowered, knowing that you’re not alone, and that change is possible with the right systems.
Tune in and discover how to untangle the tentacles and start creating with joy again.
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