36: Why More Time Doesn’t Make You More Productive

Why More Time Doesn’t Make You More Productive
When we’re working full time, it’s easy to believe that if we just had more time, we’d make more money in our business. But what happens when you finally have the time and productivity still feels off?

In this episode, I’m sharing honest lessons I’ve learned from staying home to work on my business full time, and what that taught me about productivity, time management, and execution. If you’ve been working hard but not seeing results, this episode will help you see what’s really getting in the way.

We talk about why time isn’t the real issue, how planning can turn into procrastination, and the simple strategies that helped me move from busy to actually getting things done.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why having more time doesn’t automatically lead to more money
The hidden productivity trap of working for yourself
How planning, learning, and “preparing” can become disguised procrastination
Why motivation is a myth (and what actually works instead)
How hesitation, overthinking, and fear slow down execution
How the 5 Second Rule helped me take action faster
The First Domino Concept and how routines reduce decision fatigue
How scheduling in realistic time blocks creates clarity and momentum

Key Concepts Mentioned

The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins
The First Domino Concept (starting with one small action that triggers momentum)
Decision fatigue and why structure matters when you work from home

How to Apply This to Your Life & Business

Identify your first domino (your one non-negotiable starting point).
Use the 5-4-3-2-1 rule when you feel hesitation or resistance.
Write out your schedule in advance to remove daily decision-making.
Focus on execution—not learning, planning, or scrolling.

If this episode hit home for you and you know you’ve been busy but not productive, this is exactly what I help teachers with inside my one-on-one coaching calls.

We look at what you’re working on, what actually makes money, and what you need to stop overthinking so you can start executing. No fluff. No endless learning. Just clarity, a plan, and action.

If you want support applying what we talked about today to your business, you can book a one-on-one coaching call with me.
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