True Focus Coaching

05/29/2026

Do summer vacations sneak up on you?

It’s not that you forget a summer break is coming up. You might spend weeks looking forward to your big beach trip or camping trip or big-city vacation. Daydreaming about sleeping in and ignoring your inbox.

It’s the actual “preparing to be on vacation without my business falling apart while I’m gone” part that’s daunting. So you keep putting it off.

And then all of a sudden it’s the week of your trip… then the day before your trip… and you’re out of time to get yourself really prepared to step away from your desk. Either you’re going to be checking emails while you’re on your vacation, or you’re going to be stressed about the mountain of stuff waiting for you when you get home.

Save spontaneity for your actual vacations.

Give yourself enough time in the week before a break to wrap up open tasks, notify clients, pass things off to others, and so on. Disconnecting from work gets easier when you know you’ve left everything in good shape.

Check out my blog for more on summer time management mistakes you can avoid this summer! https://www.truefocuscoaching.com/4-summer-time-management-mistakes-you-can-avoid-this-year/

05/28/2026

Too many business owners believe growth has to mean:
❌ More hours
❌ More stress
❌ More chaos
❌ More pressure

But sustainable growth looks different.

It comes from:
✔️ Clearer systems
✔️ Stronger leadership
✔️ Better delegation
✔️ Marketing that aligns with the right clients
✔️ Time management practices that actually work

Join us for a LIVE panel discussion designed specifically for small business owners:

More Clients, Less Chaos
Practical Strategies for Small Business Growth
📅 June 11, 2026
🕛 12PM ET/9AM PT on Zoom for one hour

You’ll leave with practical ideas you can implement right away — not vague motivation you forget by tomorrow morning.

Register today:
https://go.truefocuscoaching.com/consultant-panel-june-2026

05/27/2026

Does your household include any school-age kids? If so, I know you’re already deeply into the end-of-year chaos.

The end of the school year is a major transition point for families. Here are some stats from a recent survey by Talker Research:

𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳, 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳.

👉𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘆-𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 of parents expect this summer to be busier than last.
👉𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘆-𝘀𝗶𝘅 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 of parents struggle to get any time to themselves at this time of year.
👉On average, surveyed parents only start to relax 𝟮𝟱 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 into summer break.

To say nothing of the emotional challenges that may come with the end of the school year, especially if your kids are graduating or having other big transitions.

The point is this: if you’re feeling overwhelmed with stress and Big Feelings around the end of the school year, give yourself some grace! This might not be the most productive month for you at work. You’re doing great as long as you’re staying focused on your peak priorities.

What is one strategy that has helped you maintain a comfortable work/life balance during the end of the school year? Share it here!

05/26/2026

Most small business owners aren’t struggling because they lack talent.
They’re struggling because they’re trying to do everything at once.

Client work. Marketing. Operations. Leadership. Planning.
And somehow still trying to have a life outside of work.

If that sounds familiar, this upcoming panel was created for you.

More Clients, Less Chaos
Practical Strategies for Small Business Growth
📅 June 11, 2026
🕛 12PM ET/9AM PT on Zoom for one hour

You’ll walk away with practical strategies you can apply immediately:
• Time management that works in real life
• Marketing that attracts the right clients
• Leadership and delegation practices that support growth
• Systems that reduce overwhelm and create consistency

Join us for a practical, honest conversation about growing your business more intentionally — without adding more stress.

Save your seat here: https://go.truefocuscoaching.com/consultant-panel-june-2026

05/25/2026

Most productivity advice fails because it assumes everyone’s brain works the same way.

In this clip from our recent panel conversation, Dr. Sarah Reiff-Hekking joins Kathleen Burns Kingsbury and Tara Johnson to discuss why sustainable productivity starts with understanding how you actually process tasks, decisions, and interruptions.

“Build Systems That Fit Your Brain” is a reminder that productivity is not about forcing yourself into someone else’s routine. It’s about creating systems that support the way you think, work, and communicate best.

For financial planners, that can mean:
• Reducing mental overload during client-heavy weeks
• Creating workflows that are easier to maintain consistently
• Managing follow-up and communication with less friction
• Building routines that support focus instead of constant reaction

The goal is not perfection. It’s creating a business that feels more manageable and more intentional.

Watch the full panel recording here: https://go.truefocuscoaching.com/fp-panel-2026

05/22/2026

Real change does not happen all at once. It happens through practice, adjustment, and starting again when needed.

Sandra did not just learn a new way to manage her time. She built a system she can return to, refine, and grow with over time.

That is what makes it sustainable.

Because productivity is not about perfection. It is about having the right tools to keep moving forward.

05/21/2026

You don’t need to work harder to grow your business.
You need better systems, clearer priorities, and strategies that actually support sustainable growth.

Join us for:

More Clients, Less Chaos
Practical Strategies for Small Business Growth
📅 June 11, 2026
🕛 12PM ET/9AM PT on Zoom for one hour

During this LIVE panel discussion, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to stop operating in constant reaction mode
✔️ Leadership and scaling practices that support growth without burnout
✔️ Marketing strategies that help the right clients notice your business
✔️ Practical systems that make your business easier to run day-to-day

This conversation is designed for real small business owners juggling a lot - and looking for practical solutions they can actually use.

Register here: https://go.truefocuscoaching.com/consultant-panel-june-2026

05/19/2026

Procrastination usually isn’t about laziness. It’s often a sign that your brain is overloaded, your priorities are unclear, or the pressure feels heavier than the next step.

This podcast conversation I had with Vince Warnock breaks down 5 practical ways to move through procrastination and overwhelm without relying on hustle or constant motivation.

If your to-do list has felt heavier lately, this is a good one to revisit.

Inside the episode:
• How to stop spinning in indecision
• Simple ways to reduce overwhelm quickly
• Why clarity matters more than motivation
• Practical productivity shifts that actually stick

A reminder that productivity is not about doing more. It’s about creating enough focus and structure to move forward consistently.

Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mVyMnHs8CfwIxpoRQMt6w?si=2tuwCIsSSd6Kei2lfv3y0Q&nd=1&dlsi=366109fca3624cc4

Chasing The Insights · Episode

05/17/2026

Last Call to Join TMBC 90 - Spring into Productivity!

TMBC 90 starts TOMORROW, May 18th and this is your final chance to secure your spot.

Over 90 days, you’ll build a system that actually works, create lasting habits, and get the coaching and support you need to finally take control of your time.

Reinvest in yourself this Spring. Pay yourself back by committing to your growth and productivity.

✨ Sign up now before we kick off - ️https://www.truefocuscoaching.com/tmbc/