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Eat That Frog: A Simple Habit for Consistent Content

by Michele | Online Business, Planning-Organization-Productivity

If content creation feels heavy and you’re constantly pushing important tasks to the bottom of your list, this post is for you.

Whether you’re overwhelmed by everything you “should” be doing or you just want to hit record and walk away, here’s the truth:

The task you keep avoiding is the one that’s costing you the most.

Let’s talk about the frogs on your to-do list and why doing the hard thing first can help you finally create consistent content that supports both your business and your mission.

When Procrastination Derails Your Content

A few years ago, my sister Alyssa sent me a snap of her to-do list. Most of it was crossed off, but there were two tasks left untouched—and she used a crying emoji to tell me exactly how she felt about it.

Her words?

“I’ve done all the easy things, but these two? I just can’t get myself to start.”

Sound familiar?

These weren’t even long tasks. But they felt mentally heavy, so she kept putting them off all day. And by the time 3:00 rolled around, she felt frustrated and defeated, even though her list was mostly done.

That’s when big sister mode kicked in. I sent her a video and said:

“You have to eat your frogs first thing in the morning.”

What Does It Mean to Eat the Frog?

This idea comes from Brian Tracy’s book Eat That Frog, which is based on a quote from Mark Twain:

“Eat a live frog first thing in the morning and nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day.”

In other words:
Do the hardest thing first.

The task you’re dreading? Tackle it before anything else—when your energy is fresh and your brain is clear.

Because once it’s done, you’re free. The mental clutter disappears. And that one move can unlock real momentum in your content and your business.

Why You’re Avoiding Your Frogs

If you’re a faith-led health or wellness coach, you’re not avoiding content because you don’t care.

You’re deeply committed to your clients’ transformation. You’re showing up, serving well, and doing business from a place of purpose.

But let’s be honest—your content feels like a hot mess express.

Maybe for you, content just feels heavy. You’re multi-passionate, balancing client work, family life, and about a hundred tabs open in your brain.

You know consistency matters—but getting ahead on content? That feels impossible.

Or maybe you love recording your podcast. That part lights you up. You’re using your voice, sharing what God’s put on your heart, and showing up for your people.

But the second you hit stop, you feel drained.
Now there’s the

blog post,

the email,

the social posts,

the graphics…

Honestly, you just want to drop the mic and walk away.

In both cases?
The problem is the same: procrastinating on the frogs—the mentally heavy tasks that pile up and weigh you down.

But there’s good news: it doesn’t have to stay that way.

3 Ways to Start Eating the Frog

Whether content feels overwhelming, disorganized, or just never-ending, here are three practical ways to stop procrastinating and move forward.

1. Start Small—Just 5 Minutes

You don’t have to do the whole thing today.
Just open the file. Outline the idea. Record the intro.

The hardest part is getting into motion.
Give yourself five minutes to start—and that’s often all you need to get past the resistance.

2. Let Someone Else Get It Started

If you have a VA or even a friend helping you, ask them to prep the task for you.
As an OBM, I’ve done this for years—organize the project, drop in a template, create a draft. Even if my client redoes it completely, the burden of starting is gone.

You don’t have to carry the whole load alone.

3. Let AI Help You Get Unstuck

If your frog is a blank Google Doc staring back at you, AI can help.
Use it to generate an outline, summarize a transcript, or create a rough draft.

You still shape it. You still bring your voice.
But instead of starting from scratch, you’re editing and refining—which is way easier than building from zero.

And if you’re curious how I use AI to repurpose content for my clients or write drafts quickly, send me a DM on Instagram. I’d love to share.

What’s Your Frog?

Right now, I want you to think about one task you’ve been avoiding.

What’s weighing you down?
What’s stealing your clarity or breaking your content rhythm?

Just give it five minutes today.
That’s it. Start small. You’ll be surprised how quickly consistency starts showing up once you get out of overwhelm and into action.

Want Help? Here’s How I Can Support You

If your frog is content—and you’re tired of winging it—I’ve got two ways to help:

1. For the DIY Coach Who Wants a Plan

Grab my Trello Podcast Workflow Board.
It lays out exactly what to do, from podcast idea to blog post and social promotion, so you can stop guessing and start creating content consistently.
👉 misstask.com/trello-podcast-workflow

2. For the Coach Who Just Wants to Record and Walk Away

My Done-for-You Content Repurposing Service turns your podcast into strategic, high-impact content—blog post, email, and social posts—so you can stay in your zone of genius, and I’ll handle the rest.

No more frogs. No more overwhelm.
Just a system that fits your life and fuels your business.

You’re Called to This Work

Friend, you weren’t called to this work to feel buried in chaos.

God didn’t ask you to hustle without purpose—He called you to steward your message well.

So even if that means eating one frog at a time, start there.

Your content doesn’t have to be perfect.
It just needs to be aligned, intentional, and doable.

And I’m here to help you get there.

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Designing Your Dream Week for Online Business Clarity

by Michele | Online Business

Today we’re talking about one of my favorite tools—not because it’s fancy or complicated, but because it’s honest, powerful, and deeply personal: your dream week.

Now, if you’ve been around a while, this might sound familiar. I first shared about this way back in Episode 073 of the Content Systems for Growth Podcast. And while a lot has changed in my business since then, the heart behind it remains the same. If anything, my understanding of time, alignment, and clarity has only deepened.

So today, we’re revisiting the concept of a dream week—but with a fresh perspective. One that’s rooted in where I am now, and maybe where you are, too.

Part 1: Does Your Week Reflect What You Actually Value?

Let me ask you something.

When you look at your current schedule…

Does it reflect the life and business you thought you were building?

Or have you found yourself caught up in doing things that no longer make sense, just because you said yes to them months ago?

I get it. I’ve been there.

Because I understand the value of time, I constantly question how I spend it. And I often ask myself:

“If I were doing exactly what I wanted to be doing with my time, what would that look like?”

And if the answer is not what’s currently on my calendar…

Well, that’s a sign something needs to shift.

Part 2: Ask the Hard (but Honest) Questions

Here’s what I want you to do.

Be still.

Actually pause.

And pray.

Ask:

What am I avoiding in my schedule?
What tasks feel heavy, like sandbags I’m dragging around out of obligation?
And maybe most importantly: how can I design a week that’s actually pleasing to God?

Because here’s the truth—when we’re living in alignment with what God has called us to do, we feel it. We feel joy. We feel peace.

And when we don’t?

We start trying to control and force everything. We hustle harder. We burn out faster. And we forget to turn to Him for direction.

So if you’re not feeling that joy and peace in your schedule right now, it might be time to stop and ask:

“Am I trying to do this on my own?”

Part 3: What Is a Dream Week, Really?

Let’s clear something up:

A dream week is not about stuffing more into your calendar or achieving “Pinterest-perfect” productivity.

A dream week is about clarity.

It’s about taking a step back and asking, What do I actually want this to feel like?

In my business, I keep a separate calendar inside of Google Calendar just for my dream week. It’s a light gray color. I can toggle it off and on. But most days? It’s on. Because it helps me check in—am I building a business and life that aligns with what I say I value?

Part 4: My Dream Week—Just to Give You an Example

Here’s what my dream week includes:

The Bible App, 2021, was the first year I participated in a “Read the Bible in a Year” plan, and I’ve been doing it every year since.
Meditation
Journaling—my favorite way to clear the mental clutter
Reading
Walking the dogs (with a little pause for gratitude)
Time blocks for content creation, client work, and professional development
Lifting weights or yoga
A hard stop in the afternoon, because evenings are for rest and family

And friend, I don’t follow this perfectly. But I’ve learned that just having it brings clarity and calm. It’s not a rulebook—it’s a guide.

I even work in 25-minute sprints most days because I’ve learned that’s what keeps me focused and sane.

Part 5: What Needs to Shift?

Once you have a sense of your dream week, here’s the next step:

Compare it to your actual week. What’s out of alignment?

Ask yourself:

What am I spending time on that I could release?
What things am I holding onto that someone else could be doing better or faster?

If you’re spending your days buried in backend work, it might be time to bring in help. An Online Business Manager or Operations Assistant can clear space for you to focus on what only you can do.

And let’s talk about social media for a second, because this is something I’ve been rethinking.

When things get busy, it’s the first thing I let go of. I’ve always prioritized long-form content, such as this podcast or my blog. But now that Instagram and Facebook posts are starting to show up in Google search? I’m seeing it in a whole new light.

If staying consistent with your content feels impossible, maybe it’s time to ask: Is this the season to delegate it?

Part 6: You’re Allowed to Pivot

One thing I want you to remember is that there’s no one right way to do this.

Your dream week doesn’t have to look like mine. It doesn’t even have to look like the one you made six months ago.

Because guess what? You’re allowed to pivot.

You’re allowed to redesign.

You’re allowed to pause, pray, and start again.

And if you’ve been walking through your week wondering, “Why does this feel off?”—I want to lovingly suggest… maybe you’re due for a recalibration.

Wrap-Up + Soft Call to Action

This week, I want to challenge you to create your ideal week.

Not the Pinterest version. Not the rigid version.

The version that reflects your values, your calling, and your God-given vision.

And if you’re tired of carrying all the things—especially when it comes to content and backend work—I’d love to support you. That’s exactly what I do inside my Content Repurposing Services and setup systems.

Content Repurposing Starter Pack
https://misstask.com/content-repurposing-starter-pack

You don’t have to keep doing it all alone.

Next week, we’re talking about what to do after you’ve created that dream week—how to stop procrastinating and actually tackle what matters most first thing each day. We’re talking about eating the frog. So be sure to come back for that one!

Until then, I hope this blesses you.

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Is Trello the right project management software for you?

by Michele | Content Creation, Content Systems, Planning-Organization-Productivity

When it comes to creating consistent content and managing all the moving pieces in your business, are you at the end of your rope and ready for a change? As your client list grows, are you finding less time to manage all the things?

If you're a solo business owner juggling podcast episodes, blog posts, client work, and family life, you already know what burnout feels like.

You’ve been the content creator, editor, strategist, scheduler, and marketer for your brand.

You’re managing all the ideas, tasks, and deadlines… in your head, in your inbox, or scattered across sticky notes and Google Docs.

Now, you’re ready for help. Actually, you're beyond ready for help. You're thinking about bringing on a team member to take work off your to-do list. But here's the truth: without a content system in place, adding help won’t fix the chaos.

That’s where Trello comes in. But is Trello the right project management software for you and your future team members?

Why You Need a System Before You Add a Team Member

If you've been going solo for a while, you've likely said something like:

“I just need a system to manage my podcast.”
“I’m so tired of starting things and not finishing them.”
“I want to delegate, but I don’t even know what to hand off.”

These aren’t just passing frustrations. They’re signs that you’re running your business without the structure that supports delegation, consistency, and growth.

Trello is one of the most user-friendly project management tools for small teams and solo entrepreneurs stepping into leadership. And when used right, it gives you a clear, repeatable content system you can share with a new team member, so you're not micromanaging or re-explaining tasks every week.

Let’s walk through three questions to help you figure out if Trello is the right project management tool.

1. Do I value simplicity and ease in my project management tool?

Do you need a simple way to organize your podcast content? If you're overwhelmed by managing all your content in your head, Trello gives you a home for everything. It’s visual, easy to learn, and built around a user-friendly interface that helps you see the big picture without overcomplicating the process.

As a side note, with the Trello Content System Board I created, you’ll get a plug-and-play template that maps out your podcast workflow from idea to publication, and every step in between. It’s perfect for solo entrepreneurs ready to finally get organized or hand off pieces of the process without dropping the ball.

Trello is built for simplicity. Its clean layout and drag-and-drop interface make it a great fit for small business owners who want an intuitive, visual way to manage their workflow without a steep learning curve. You can create a new Trello board in minutes and start organizing your tasks into clear stages using Trello cards. With the new Trello inbox, you'll be able to consolidate all your ideas and tasks from different sources, preventing scattered to-do lists across various platforms.

If even thinking about setting up project management software makes your shoulders tense up, Trello might be the gentle on-ramp you need. No complicated setup. Just a visual layout that makes sense, and helps you keep due dates and tasks from slipping through the cracks. It is the best tool with a visual approach.

2. Is visual organization important for how I stay focused and on track?

If you’re someone who loves to see the big picture laid out visually, Trello’s Kanban-style boards will feel like a breath of fresh air.

Each board is made up of columns (called “lists”) and cards that represent specific tasks or content pieces. You can create a Trello board just for your content strategy or build a custom system for your client work. It’s flexible, visual, and easy to customize with features like labels, checklists, due dates, and custom fields.

Trello is especially helpful for content creators, small teams, and freelancers who manage various projects or marketing campaigns. It gives you a dedicated space to map out what’s in progress, what’s scheduled, and what’s done—all in one glance.

Need to color-code your content calendar? Want to add attachments from Google Drive? Trello makes it easy to build a system that works the way you work.

However, remember, Michele, I see a remote team in my future, and I don’t have a clear system in place to delegate important tasks.

This is the key shift that most solo business owners face: you want to delegate, but you’re stuck because the process only lives in your head. Well, you are not the first small business owner

I've heard this from, and I think it is safe to assume you won't be the last either.

Trello solves that by making your content process visible and trackable, for you and your team.

You can assign tasks, set due dates, create checklists, and leave comments. Everyone knows exactly what needs to be done and when. All these key features make team collaboration a breeze.

Even if your “team” is just one VA working a few hours a week, a clear system gives you more breathing room, better communication, and fewer last-minute scrambles.

3. Do I need basic planning and tracking to manage my business tasks?

You don’t need an advanced system with 50 features you’ll never use and will only stress you out trying to learn. You just need something that helps you plan your content, track your to-do list, and actually finish those complex projects with ease.

Trello offers exactly that. You can build a board that mirrors your content creation workflow or your batching days.

Here's a quick example of two common board setups:

Podcast Workflow Board

Idea Bank
Outline
Record
Write
Edit
Schedule
Publish
Promote
Metrics
Done

Content Batch Week Board

Monday | Research & Outline
Tuesday | Record
Wednesday | Edit
Thursday | Write
Friday | Schedule

Trello gives you the flexibility to create a repeatable project workflow that matches your style and helps you follow through, especially when your day is packed. Create a Trello card as your template for all your weekly repetitive tasks.

Additionally, features like real-time collaboration enable team members to jump in, assign tasks, and track progress, making it an effective way to stay aligned, whether you're a team of one or a small business with contractors.

Am I ready to run my business with more structure and less stress?

If you’ve been doing all the things, all by yourself, chances are you’ve hit decision fatigue.

You’re tired of remembering everything. Tired of second-guessing whether you followed through.

Tired of being the bottleneck in your own business.

A content system built in Trello gives you peace of mind. You can finally see your content laid out clearly. You can track what’s done, what’s in progress, and what needs your attention. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel every week.

And here’s the good news—you don’t have to build that system from scratch.

Your Next Step: Get the Trello Content System Board

If you’re ready to simplify your content process and set up a system that’s ready to scale with your team, I’ve got you covered.

🎯 The Trello Content System Board includes:

A pre-built podcast workflow from idea to publish
Lists for planning, writing, recording, editing, and promoting
Templates for task cards so you don’t have to start from zero
A setup that’s easy to hand off to a VA or editor

It’s the same system that I've set up for my clients to streamline their podcast creation process. You can grab it, copy it and start using it today.

👉 Click here to get the Trello Content System Board

What Makes Trello a Great Option for Smaller Teams?

Visual project management with Kanban boards
Real-time updates for remote teams and collaborators
Unlimited cards and lists on the free plan
Power-Ups for extra features like Gantt charts or calendar views
Integrations with tools like Google Drive, Slack, and Microsoft Teams
Easy access via desktop and mobile app

But here’s the honest truth: Trello isn’t for everyone. If you need advanced features like time tracking, detailed reporting, or complex task dependencies, you may outgrow Trello quickly and want to explore tools like ClickUp or Asana.

Still Not Sure?

Ask yourself:

Do I need a straightforward system to track tasks and collaborate with my team?
Do I feel overwhelmed by traditional project management software?
Do I want to stay consistent with content but need help organizing all the steps?

If you answered “yes” to any of these, Trello could be the perfect project management tool for your business.

Time to Wrap This Up

If you’re asking yourself, “Is Trello the right project management tool for me?”—you’re not alone.

Many small businesses get stuck trying to manage content without a clear system, and it creates bottlenecks that slow everything down.

The truth is, effective task management isn’t just about keeping track of tasks. It’s about giving yourself margin. It’s about building a system that grows with you, whether you’re managing personal projects, launching a new product, or bringing on a part-time assistant to help manage your workload.

Trello provides new users with an easy way to get started with project management software.

With basic features that cover most of your content planning needs and automation capabilities that help reduce manual work, Trello is a strong fit for small teams navigating content creation.

But it’s not about using every single powerful tool out there. It’s about choosing one that supports your current needs and helps you grow, without overwhelming you.

If you're ready to lead your content creation with confidence and set your business up for real collaboration, Trello might just be the best choice for where you are right now.

And if you want to skip the setup and get a plug-and-play system you can start using today, grab my Trello Content System Board. It’s built specifically for Trello users like you—solo business owners who need a smarter way to manage their podcast and content workflow without all the tech headaches. https://misstask.com/trello-podcast-workflow

You don’t have to do it all alone anymore. Let’s build the system that supports the team—and the business—you’re called to lead.

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