School Hours or Less: The Podcast for Mums & Moms Building Profitable Businesses Around Family Life

If you're a mum in business trying to grow a profitable business in school hours or less, your pricing matters more than you think — and a money scarcity mindset could be the thing holding you back. In this episode, I'm breaking down why so many women undercharge for their services and how fear, assumptions, and external noise (like the economy or what others are doing) are influencing your pricing decisions without you even realising it. We talk about: Why "people won't pay that" is often just projection Why your location doesn't automatically determine your pricing Why you shouldn't base your prices on what you can afford How value is always contextual to the buyer And why undercharging simply doesn't work if you have limited time to build your business If you want to make more money in less time, and you aren't able to fit in low prices and high volume, then you need to check the math of what you are offering to make it make sense.  This episode will help you start thinking differently about your pricing, your value, and what it actually takes to build a sustainable, profitable business that fits your life.

If you're a mum in business trying to build a profitable business in school hours or less, this episode is for you. I'm talking about the difference between building a business that fits your life and squeezing your life around a business that keeps taking more and more of your time, energy, and headspace. We'll look at how to notice where your business is creeping into everything, why you always feel behind, and how to decide what kind of work-life balance or work-life blend you actually want. I'm also sharing why the real shift is not asking "how do I find more time?" but asking "how do I make my business work in the time I've got?" If you want to make more money in less time, build a business around motherhood, and create a business model that works in school hours or less, this episode will help you rethink how your business fits into your real life right now.

All-or-nothing thinking is one of the biggest reasons your business feels harder than it needs to. Especially when you're trying to build a business around nap times, school hours, and real life. In this episode, I'm breaking down what all-or-nothing thinking actually looks like in your business—and how it's quietly keeping you stuck, overwhelmed, and feeling behind. Because it's not just about mindset… It shows up in how you: say yes to work you don't have time for avoid marketing unless it's perfect feel like you need big chunks of time to make progress struggle to balance delivery and growth And the truth is—your business doesn't need more time. It needs a different approach. I'm sharing real client examples (from a call I had today) and simple shifts you can make immediately to move out of all-or-nothing mode… so you can actually grow your business in the time you have. Because you don't need to choose between: 👉 working all the time 👉 or not growing at all You can build a profitable business in school hours or less. And it starts here. 💛 If this resonated, come and join the FREE 5-Day School Hours or Less Reset Comment RESET on my Instagram @kirstyknight and I'll send you the details.

If you're trying to build a business around nap times, school hours, or limited childcare… this episode is for you. Yesterday, I had to message a paying client and tell her I'd be late to our call — because my baby wouldn't go to sleep. And for a moment, I felt unprofessional. Like I should have it all figured out by now. But here's the truth no one talks about… Building a business as a mum is different. In this episode, I'm breaking down: What it really looks like to run a business with young children Why "perfect professionalism" is an outdated standard for mums and why we need compassionate clients to understand our challenges  Why waiting until your kids are older might be holding you back How to grow a profitable business in school hours or less If you've ever felt torn between your ambition and your children… If you've ever wondered whether it's even possible to do both… If you've ever felt like you're falling behind because you don't have enough time… This episode will remind you: You're not behind. You're just building differently. And that doesn't make you less capable — it makes you resourceful.

Have you ever had one of those days in your business where you just… don't feel it? The motivation isn't there. Your productivity drops. Messages pile up. Your engagement slows down. In this episode of School Hours or Less, I'm sharing one of the most important business habits I've learned as a coach helping mums in business grow profitable businesses while working school hours only. Because the problem isn't having an off day. The real problem is when one low-productivity day turns into two… then a week… then a month of lost momentum. In this episode I talk about: • Why ups and downs in motivation are completely normal when running a business • How entrepreneurs accidentally stall their business growth after one "bad day" • The simple reset strategy I use to get back into momentum quickly • How to rebuild productivity and focus without overworking or burning out • Why small actions create faster business growth than waiting for motivation If you're a mum in business trying to grow your income, increase productivity, and build a successful business in school hours, this episode will help you reset quickly and get back into action. Because building a profitable business isn't about showing up perfectly every day. It's about resetting fast and keeping momentum moving forward.

Ever dropped the ball as a business owner and spiralled into guilt, shame or self-blame? In this honest episode, I'm sharing the story of how I forgot to renew my passport in time — and how that one mistake could have cost us our family holiday. But this isn't really about passports. It's about what happens when you're an ambitious mum in business, juggling growth, family life, admin, deadlines and everything in between — and something slips. Because it will. In this episode, we cover: How to handle mistakes in business without destroying your confidence, and instead switch into problem-solving mode The difference between "I made a mistake" and "I am a failure" Why ambitious women drop balls (and why it doesn't mean you're failing) The importance of systemising life admin so it doesn't live in your head The need to protect time for important but non-urgent tasks CEO thinking vs emotional reaction If you're building a business in limited hours, trying to increase productivity, improve time management, and grow without burning out — this episode will help you recover faster, think smarter, and lead better. Because the goal isn't perfection. It's: Drop it. Fix it. Learn from it. Build the system. And move forward.

If you're a mum in business struggling with time management, productivity, and fitting everything into limited work hours, this behind-the-scenes episode is for you. In this honest episode, I'm sharing the real moment I realised I was avoiding going to the gym — not because I didn't want to get fit, but because I felt guilty taking time away from growing my business. As a business-owning mum working in school hours only, every hour matters. So instead of choosing between my health and my business, I figured out how to make my gym time support both. Inside this episode, I share: • How to manage your time when you're building a business with limited hours • The productivity mindset shift that stops busy mums overworking • How to turn everyday life time into business growth time • Practical ways to create content and visibility even when you feel too busy • Why energy, health, and wellbeing are actually business growth strategies If you've ever felt like there's never enough time to grow your business, get fit, look after yourself, and be present for your family — this episode will show you a smarter way to make your hours work harder without working more. Perfect for: Mums in business, female entrepreneurs, business owners with young children, anyone trying to grow a business while balancing family life, limited work hours, and real-life responsibilities.

This is the first episode in my behind-the-scenes series, where I'm sharing what it really looks like for me to build multiple businesses as a mum with very limited childcare. I created this series because so much of the "behind the scenes" we see online is from people with teams, established audiences, and years of momentum. That's not my reality. I'm rebuilding my coaching business from the ground up, growing a networking community, launching a brand-new franchise, and starting a new community business — all while raising a nearly two-year-old. This is the real version. The decisions, the mindset shifts, the strategies, and the messy middle. In this first episode, I share the shift that changed everything for me: moving from hoping I'd find time to work… to guaranteeing it. You'll hear: why "hoping for time" keeps so many mums stuck how I protect a 90-minute daily window for marketing and sales why I stopped relying on evenings and why doing your best to guarantee some time, even with a busy family life, should be your priority.  If you're a mum in business trying to grow in school hours, nap times, or the tiny cracks of the day - this episode is for you.

Ever wonder how some mums actually manage to build a six figure business with kids, prioritize their mental health, and somehow not completely fall apart in the process?  This week I'm chatting with Anna Bateman, founder of Halcyon Education, who's been consistently hitting six figures for four years whilst raising two boys. She shares what it actually took: prioritizing exercise even when she hated it, choosing part time work to protect her sanity, and developing the self awareness that's kept her from burning out. If you've been wondering whether it's possible to build something meaningful without losing yourself, this episode will show you it is.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at  https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-178-building-a-six-figure-business-through-self-awareness-with-anna-bateman/ Connect with Anna LinkedIn Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty

Ever wonder how some mums actually manage to build a six figure business whilst juggling a full-time job, kids, and life, without completely burning out?   This week I'm chatting with Sam Hoyle, founder of Harmony Accounting, who did exactly that. She shares honestly what it took, the late nights after bedtime, the focused use of every spare moment, and the systems that kept her sane whilst running a business while working full time.   We talk about practical time management for business owners: doing the hard tasks first, using Asana as your external brain, and why finishing yesterday's unfinished work first thing today changes everything. Sam went from working evenings and weekends to handing in her notice within six months, without taking a pay cut.   It's a proper, grounded look at mum entrepreneur strategies that actually work when you're growing a service based business around all the other demands on your time. If you've been wondering whether it's actually possible, this episode will show you it is.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at  https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-178-how-she-built-a-six-figure-business-after-bedtime-with-sam-hoyle/   Connect with Sam Instagram   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

If you've ever hit that point where everything feels like "too much," this episode will feel like a deep exhale.   After coming back from five weeks of travel and walking straight into chaos, I found myself needing every tool I teach, so I sat down and recorded a solo episode on the exact strategies I use to reduce overwhelm and get myself back to a calmer, clearer place.   I share why overwhelm shows up, how to spot the thoughts that fuel it, and what to do when the maths of your to-do list genuinely doesn't add up. I also walk through simple nervous system tools, how to choose one priority when everything feels urgent, and why organising your tasks on paper or a calendar can shift your entire mindset.   It's a grounded, practical guide to finding your footing again, even when life and business feel full.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at Mentioned Resources Productive AF ​​School Hours Only Mastermind   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty

What if success didn't have to come at the cost of family or freedom?   In this episode, the second in my Six-Figure Business Owners series, I'm joined by Kerrie Nygard, a food and body peace coach and mum of six, who's built a six-figure business as a mum while keeping her work hours light and her energy grounded.   We talk about growing your business without burnout, from managing your time with intention to adapting your offers, outsourcing support, and building a business that truly fits your life.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at   https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-175-grow-your-business-protect-your-peace     Connect with Kerrie Website   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty

What if growing your business didn't mean sacrificing your sanity? In this episode, the second in my Six-Figure Business Owners series, I'm joined by Gulara Vincent, an energy healer and mum who's built a thriving six-figure business without burning out.  We talk about how working mums in business can grow with more balance and confidence, from setting firm boundaries and healing money blocks to leveraging relationships that make business growth feel easier and more sustainable.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at   https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-174-boundaries-balance-and-six-figure-growth-for-mums-in-business-with-gulara-vincent/ Connect with Gulara Website  Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

What if balance wasn't about doing it all, but about doing what matters most?   In this episode, the first in my Six-Figure Business Owners series, I'm joined by Dr. Shideh Shafie, an emergency physician, real-estate investor, and mum of twins, who shares how she built a six-figure business and a life that actually feels balanced.   Discover simple mindset shifts, practical outsourcing strategies, and everyday habits that help you protect your energy and grow with more ease, clarity, and confidence.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-173-outsourcing-and-mindset-tips-for-busy-entrepreneurs-with-dr-shideh-shafie   Connect with Dr. Shafie Website LinkedIn Instagram   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

What if the only thing standing between you and your next level of success is the way you see the world? This episode dives into mindset shifts and the unseen paradigms that guide how you think, work, and earn. You'll discover how to question what feels "normal," uncover fresh opportunities, and build a business that grows with more clarity, freedom, and confidence.  Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-172-work-less-earn-more-start-with-a-paradigm-shift/ Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Dreaming of building a profitable business within school hours? In this episode, you'll hear how one mum entrepreneur overcame perfectionism, trusted her ideas, and created a £20K launch without sacrificing evenings or weekends.   You'll learn how school hours business coaching helps mums simplify their offers, streamline content, and work less while earning more, so you can grow your business and still have time for family and life outside of work. Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-171-school-hours-coaching-the-20k-mum-success-story-case-study/ Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Feeling stuck in a cycle of "I should be doing more"? You know the tasks that will grow your business, but procrastination, guilt, or burnout keeps you from taking action. In this episode, I share how to stop shoulding on yourself, shift from obligation to desire, and boost your productivity without piling on more hours. You'll learn practical mindset shifts and simple strategies to overcome procrastination, drop the guilt, and finally follow through with confidence. Check out the full show notes and the resources in this episode at https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-170-stop-shoulding-on-yourself:A-productivity-shift-for-entrepreneurs     Mentioned Resources Productive AF School Hours Only   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Balancing business and family during the holidays can feel impossible. You want to keep your business momentum, but you also want to be fully present with your kids. That constant push-pull can leave you drained and questioning if you're doing enough. In this episode, I share practical ways to focus on the 20% of tasks that actually drive results, allowing you to work less while achieving more. You'll learn how to simplify your plans, set yourself up for success, and give yourself permission to do enough, so your business keeps moving forward while you enjoy more time with your family. Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-169-business-momentum-working-less-but-achieving-more Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Mum guilt for entrepreneurs can feel relentless, like you're failing at both business and parenting, no matter how hard you try. Between school holidays, sick days, and constant interruptions, it's easy to lose momentum or feel torn in two.   In this episode, I share two proven approaches to handling mum guilt, keep your business aligned with your values, and stay productive even when the kids are home. You'll learn how to tell when guilt is a signal for change, when it's just an unhelpful thought, and how to reframe it so you can grow your business and be present with your family without the constant tug-of-war.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-168-overcoming-mum-guilt-for-entrepreneurs-running-a-business   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty

Building a business in school hours or part-time windows can feel impossible—like you're always busy but never moving the needle. My client Jenny knows that feeling well. As the founder of The Tea Break Project, she spent years treating her business like a hobby, juggling endless to-do lists, decision fatigue, and self-doubt.   In this episode, Jenny shares how stepping into her CEO mindset, creating simple business systems, and investing in coaching helped her transform her 15-hour-a-week side hustle into a thriving, sustainable business that fits her life.   Check out the full show notes and the resources mentioned in this episode at http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/subscribe Connect with Jenny Website   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Here's what no one tells you about time management coaching: the people who need it most are often the ones who are convinced they don't have time for it. My client, Natalie Rockall, was drowning in calendar overwhelm, squeezing meetings into impossibly tiny blocks while telling herself she was "too busy" to address her productivity issues. As a freelance email marketing consultant and self-proclaimed "deadline dancer," she'd built her entire work style around adrenaline and last-minute scrambling. However, deadline stress was no longer serving her; it was slowly destroying her business and her sanity.   In this episode, Natalie gets brutally honest about her transformation from a chaotic productivity entrepreneur to someone who has mastered business time management. She shares the exact freelancer productivity tips and time blocking strategies that saved her from burnout and gave her back control of her life.   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at   https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/beat-calendar-overwhelm-with-natalie-rockall   Connect with Natalie: [email protected] http://www.eleven11digital.com Natalie Rockall - LinkedIn Natalie RockallNatalie Rockall - Instagram @email.natalieTotal Email Marketing online course Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Do you ever feel like the harder you push, the more behind you fall? You've tried the planners, the time-blocking, the endless productivity hacks… But the truth? Hustling harder isn't the answer. And deep down, you know it. Leanne Davies was an overwhelmed mum searching for connection, and what she found instead was a counterintuitive strategy that built a 100K+ community and two successful businesses. She didn't work more hours. She went for a run. If you've been stuck in the burnout cycle, believing rest is a reward and movement is indulgent… this will flip your thinking. Because sometimes, stepping away is the smartest move you'll ever make. Ready to rewire your approach to productivity? I want to hear what shifts for you—DM me!  Check out the full show notes and other resources at https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-165-run-for-your-productivity/  

Are you tired of reaching 2:07 PM only to realize you've been avoiding work that matters while staying "busy" all day? I'm Kirsty Knight, and I'm exposing the shocking truth about why high-achieving women find themselves stuck in this maddening cycle—and it has nothing to do with laziness or lack of discipline.   If you're constantly avoiding tasks that would grow your business while drowning in low-value activities, your subconscious mind is working against you in ways you never imagined. Discover how understanding the subconscious mind and the real reasons for procrastination can finally free you from this exhausting pattern that's keeping your business stuck. Ready to rewrite your story? Tag me @kirstyknightcoaching on Instagram—I want to hear all about the bold moves you're making. Join my free challenge "Six Hours Back" to start making the micro decisions that create space in your calendar while growing your business—sign up through the link in my Instagram bio @kirstyknightcoaching.   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at:http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-164-the-psychology-behind-why-you-keep-avoiding-important-work   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Ever told yourself you "just don't have time" to chase that project, only to realize years have slipped by and nothing's changed? In this episode, I sit down with my friend and client Ady, a writer who spent 30 years waiting for the perfect moment to start her novel. Together, we unpack the stories we tell ourselves about time, productivity, and what it really takes to shift from stuck and overwhelmed to unstoppable and fulfilled.   This isn't about calendar hacks or rigid routines—it's about rewriting your identity, learning how to actually finish what you start, and giving yourself permission to invest in your own growth. If you're ready to stop letting time slip away—and finally become the person who gets things DONE—this episode is your permission slip.   Ready to rewrite your story? Tag me @kirstyknightcoaching on Instagram—I want to hear all about the bold moves you're making. Need deeper support to make real change? Check the show notes to join my School Hours Only Mastermind and start making more with your precious time.  Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-163-from-overwhelm-to-progress-adys-transformation  Links & Mentioned Resources Consultation Call School Hours Only Mastermind   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Ever wondered if using AI to organize your chaos is the ultimate productivity cheat, or just smart business?   In today's episode, I'm discussing the myths around tech shortcuts, hustle culture, and what it really means to earn your progress. If you've ever battled brain overwhelm, felt guilty about using tools like ChatGPT, or questioned whether you're "doing it right," this one's for you.   I'm sharing stories, mindset shifts, and practical tips to help you ditch the guilt, outsmart your time, and embrace the tools that let your most creative, strategic self shine through.  Because let's be real, the magic isn't in the tool. It's in how you use it. Tag me on Instagram @kirstyknightcoaching with your biggest takeaways — I'd love to hear how you're using tech to supercharge your productivity.   And if you're ready for deeper support, join me inside The Productive Quarter Program, where you'll learn how to make your brain (and your calendar) work for you, not against you.   See the full show notes and resources mentioned in this episode at: http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-162-is-using-ai-for-productivity-cheating-or-smart-strategy   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Ever had those days where you accomplished more in one hour than you did in the entire week before? I'm Kirsty Knight, and what I'm about to reveal isn't just another productivity hack. It's the missing piece that explains why some days you're unstoppable and others you can barely reply to an email. My approach to understanding your unique productivity cycles helped me 10X my results without adding a single hour to my workweek, and it's about to transform how you run your business, too.   Your time is precious - don't waste another minute trapped in low productivity cycles! Tag me on Instagram @kirstyknightcoaching. I'd love to celebrate your productivity wins!    Ready for deeper support? Join my Productive Quarter Program, where I'll personally guide you through implementing your own productivity protocol that works with your unique brain.   See the full show notes and resources mentioned in this episode at http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/how-to-stay-in-a-high-productivity-state-for-longer   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Midnight. Living room. Back killing me as I ironed endless bed linens. I was working 17-hour days in my campsite business. Cleaning bell tents until my hands were raw. I greeted guests with a smile despite my exhaustion. Answering enquiries at dawn. Washing and ironing bedding until midnight. Then doing it all again the next day. Yet my business wasn't growing. I had zero work-life balance. And my bank account certainly didn't reflect my herculean efforts.   The harsh truth? I wasn't being productive. I was just being busy.   I'm sharing the 20 game-changing filters that transformed how I use my time—filters that doubled my revenue while cutting my working hours in half. I'll show you exactly how to distinguish between tasks that deserve your best energy and tasks that are simply keeping you occupied but not creating progress.   Stop the exhausting cycle of motion without progress. DM me on Instagram @kirstyknightcoaching to join my Productive Quarter program and learn how to transform your relationship with time forever.   See the full show notes and resources mentioned in this episode at:    https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-160-productive-vs-busy-how-to-tell-the-difference/  

Ever wondered why some days you're an unstoppable productivity machine while others you can barely check off a single task? I'm Kirsty Knight, and in this episode, I'm revealing the game-changing concept of your "Productive Blueprint" – the unique combination of strategies, mindsets, and environmental factors that unlock your peak productivity state. Stop chasing random productivity hacks that work for everyone else but you, and discover your personal formula for consistent results.   Ready to transform Q2 into your most productive quarter yet? Download my free Time Blocking 101 Guide through the link in my Instagram bio @KirstyKnightCoaching or join me in the Productive Quarter program, where I'll personally help you implement your unique blueprint and finally experience the satisfaction of consistent productivity without burnout.   See the full show notes and resources mentioned in this episode at   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Are you tired of having your workday shattered by endless interruptions? In this episode, I reveal my powerful protocol for managing interruptions and maintaining peak productivity, even when your mother-in-law shows up unannounced at your home office door. This is a must-listen for high-achieving women entrepreneurs who want to transform their relationship with interruptions and reclaim hours of focused work time each week.   I share my battle-tested strategies for remote work productivity, teaching you exactly how to respond both externally and internally when interruptions inevitably occur. My approach isn't about eliminating all interruptions (which is impossible!) but rather developing a resilient productivity system that can withstand life's disruptions.   Ready to transform your relationship with interruptions? Join me in my Messy Kitchen Workshop Series for personalized coaching on implementing these productivity strategies in your specific circumstances – click the link in the show notes to claim your spot now!   See the full show notes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/episode-158-productivity-and-chaos-the-interruption-protocol   Connect with Kirsty Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Are you tired of having your workday shattered by endless distractions? In today's episode, I expose why managing interruptions is the hidden key to remote work productivity that nobody's talking about. If you're an ambitious woman entrepreneur drowning in work from home distractions while trying to build your business, this episode is your lifeline. I share the uncomfortable truth about why traditional productivity advice fails women entrepreneurs and reveal my proven system for reclaiming your workday without sacrificing family relationships or booking expensive office space.   Ready to stop letting interruptions dictate your income potential? Join my completely FREE "Messy Kitchen Workshop Series" where I'll personally coach you through implementing these strategies for your unique situation.   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at:    https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/157-stop-letting-interruptions-steal-your-focus  

Frantically jumping between tasks might feel productive, but it's actually sabotaging your success. Your brain isn't wired for multitasking—it's physically impossible—yet we keep trying, leaving a wake of half-completed work that delivers zero return on your time investment. In this eye-opening episode, I'm exposing the dangerous myth of multitasking and revealing why task switching is the hidden culprit behind your overwhelm, unfinished projects, and diminishing profits.   Ready to transform your scattered approach into laser-focused productivity? Follow me on Instagram @kirstyknightcoaching or book a free call with me to figure out which of my programs is right for you.   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at:    https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/156-multitasking-scam-what-productive-women-know   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

What if everything you've been taught about how to make a decision is actually keeping you stuck? While other entrepreneurs are scaling their businesses, you're still 'sleeping on it.' Today, we're busting the myths about decision-making that are secretly sabotaging your success and revealing a framework that will change everything. Join me as I shatter common myths about decision-making that keep ambitious women entrepreneurs stuck in analysis paralysis. If you've ever told yourself "I just need more time to think about it," this episode is your wake-up call!   Don't let indecision hold your business back another day! Press play now to master the art of strategic decision-making and transform how you approach choices in your business.   Ready to take action on the decisions you've been putting off? Connect with me on Instagram @kirstyknight and explore how we can work together through Time Masters, The Productive Quarter, or the School Hours Mastermind to scale your business with confidence.   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/stop-sleeping-on-it-a-fresh-take-on-strategic-decision-making  

Ready to break free from the "perfect morning" trap that's keeping you stuck? Join me as I shatter the myth that you need to "win your morning to win your day." If you're tired of writing off entire days because your morning didn't go as planned, this episode is your permission slip to embrace imperfect action and transform your productivity mindset. Whether you're starting your workday at sunrise or sunset, I'm revealing why optimizing your time isn't about when you start – it's about how you think.   Your next breakthrough might be hiding in those "write-off" days you've been ignoring.    Ready to stop letting imperfect mornings derail your business momentum? Join me inside The Productive Quarter to master the strategies that will help you create consistent results, no matter what life throws your way. Connect with me on Instagram @kirstyknight and share a productivity myth this episode helped you bust.   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/break-free-from-the-perfect-morning-routine-trap   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

Can't focus because your mind is a tornado of personal drama, health worries, or family conflicts? In today's episode, productivity expert Kirsty Knight reveals her strategies for staying focused at work – even when life throws emotional curveballs. Whether you're running an online empire from your kitchen table or managing a team remotely, you'll discover how to transform your scattered thoughts into laser-sharp concentration.   If you're tired of your personal life hijacking your workday, this episode is your rescue plan—press play and learn how to transform your scattered mind into your secret weapon for success.   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: http://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/how-to-stay-focused-on-work-even-when-your-mind-is-racing  

Many business owners are hoping for 2025 to be their most productive year yet! While that's a lovely goal, if you want it to actually happen—you need to plan for it. It doesn't just happen. Today I'm sharing exactly how you go about setting yourself up for your most productive year! We're paying special attention to quarter 1 of 2025! I'm diving into specific exercises to walk yourself through to establish how much time you're realistically working with and what to do with it. I'm also having you look at how to allow for obstacles that will inevitably pop up throughout the year.   If by the end of the episode, you find you need additional accountability and support to stick to the plan you just created, have a listen for what's available to you! Alright, let's jump in!   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: https://kirstyknightcoaching.com/how-to-make-2025-your-most-productive-year-of-business   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

It's so easy to leave a year-end business review until after Christmas, but sometimes that means we go into the holiday with unprocessed emotions—particularly if our year didn't go quite the way we wanted. Or it means we don't fully celebrate ourselves if our business did go well because we've usually forgotten about a lot of the things we did that were worth celebrating.    I've run year-end review workshops before using this exact 3-step process I'm taking you through in this episode. So I want you to treat this as if it were that workshop!   Make some space in your calendar, grab a coffee, sit down, download and print out the worksheet that accompanies this episode, and spend about an hour answering the questions as we go through them. This just might be the single best thing you do to set you up for a better next year!   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/3-step-year-end-review-for-business-owners   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty

What if I told you it was possible to lower the resistance you have to planning? That it is possible to think of yourself as "good" at planning. To "like" planning. To want to take the time to plan. You're not alone in thinking this is an impossible feat. I have many clients who come to me wanting to get better at managing their time and being more productive. And they know that when they plan, it works well for them - but even with all that evidence showing it works for them, they still have so much resistance they have to fight through to get themselves to make a plan for their time. So we're gonna talk about it because if this is the case for you as well, then there are 4 areas I want you to review to see what's going on.   You're going to be able to look at each of these 4 areas and know exactly what to do to get that resistance to planning lowered. This could just be the missing piece you've been looking for to help you get into the rhythm of planning and getting in control of your time!   Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: www.kirstyknightcoaching.com   Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty

On a recent family holiday, I was so focused on solving for several problems and challenges that I missed the most important one of all. Of course, the ones I tackled were important, but the order in which I focused on them and solved them needed to be shifted. Ironically, this is something that I coach my clients on. Hence, this episode! Because sometimes as entrepreneurs, we're solving for problems in the wrong order, and sometimes we're trying to solve the wrong problems altogether. Tune in as I share how to identify a problem vs a symptom, common problems I see my clients solving in the wrong order, and how to remedy this with a simple exercise. If you're serious about solving your money and time problems in your business, these are real things you will want to be addressing in the near future. And I'm confident you can do it! Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: https://www.kirstyknightcoaching.com/the-importance-of-solving-problems-in-the-right-order-for-entrepreneurs Connect with Kirsty: Website Instagram Work with Kirsty  

If you have a time-sucking life circumstance that is making it difficult to get it all done, you will absolutely love this podcast. I condense my top 11 tips for getting stuff done even when you have a baby or some other time-sucking circumstance that leaves you with way less hours.

Series: Time Management with a Newborn, Part 11  If you have a time-sucking life circumstance that is making it difficult to get it all done, denying your reality and trying to hustle through regardless is simply costing you more time. In this episode of the Time & Productivity Podcast for Entrepreneurs, I talk about the power of acceptance of your new reality and how it might be the key to you getting more done.   

Series: Time Management with a Newborn Series Part 10 Tune into the podcast this week where I talk about the different types of support you could get to help you in this season of life and the 5 reasons you might not feel like support is an option for you, to help you see why it might be.   

Series: Time Management with a Newborn Series Part 9  Tune into the podcast this week where I talk about how organisation and preparation will impact your productivity, and sell you on why even the smallest bit you can do is worth doing.

Series: Time Management with a Newborn  - Part 8 Tune into the podcast this week where I share a super short, real, raw, and FAR-FROM-PERFECT episode to help give you the reminder and permission that if you lower your standards and move away from perfectionism, you can still get things done - even when you are short on time, energy and brain space.

Series: Time Management with a Newborn, Part 7 Tune into this week's episode where I share how constraint might be the one thing you need when it comes to being successful in your business, when working with limited hours.     

Series: Time Management with a Newborn Part 6 Tune into this week's episode where I share how you need to think about planning ahead - and how you can adapt it to help you get more done than if you didn't make a plan in the first place - EVEN when you have an unpredictable life circumstance that tends to throw you off-course regularly.   

Series: Time Management with a Newborn Part 5 Tune into this week's episode where I share the 8 challenges to prioritising, the consequences of not prioritising in your business, and some simple strategies that will help you to prioritise effectively and in just a few minutes - super important if you want to get more done in your day.        

Series: Time Management with a Newborn Part 4 Tune into this week's episode where I share how your self-talk impacts on your ability to get things done and some simple strategies that will help you improve your self-talk - if you want to get better at managing your time. 

Tune into this week's episode where I share when you should and when you shouldn't use the promise of 'tomorrow' being better than today in terms of getting things done - if you want to get better at managing your time.   

Series: Time Management with a Newborn Part 2 Tune into this week's episode where I share why your mindset around getting things done, matters more than you might think.