111 | Overwhelmed? Do Less and Set Boundaries using a To-Don’t List with Michelle Gauthier
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m doing too much and still not getting the results I want,” this episode will hit home hard.
Michelle Gauthier—life coach for overwhelmed working women—joins me for an honest, funny, and energizing convo about what it takes to stop the hustle and start living and working from a place of peace.
We bonded over our love of organization and our eerily similar life paths (living in the same three states, fate, and a whole lot of serendipity!).
Michelle shares the story of her leap from corporate life into coaching, how she built belief in herself from scratch, and the systems she uses to help women achieve more by doing less.
We dive into the life-changing power of creating a "To-Don’t List,” setting boundaries like a boss, and making business decisions that actually support your life—not steal from it.
And yes, you’re going to want to make your own To-Don’t List right after this.
What you'll learn:
What Michelle did before she had belief in herself—and how you can do it too
Her “To-Don’t List” concept (and why it’s so freeing!)
How to stop recreating your corporate job in your business
The truth about working more to solve overwhelm (spoiler: it doesn’t work)
Why you should never make your kids' lunches (ha—seriously, you’ll see)
The Sunday system Michelle swears by to keep her week on track
Tips to finally stop overbooking your calendar and start feeling peace!
For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/111
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110 | My Exact Organized Podcast Pitching Process You'll Want To Copy
Think pitching podcasts has to be chaotic, time-consuming, and full of awkward emails? Think again.
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In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how to streamline your entire podcast pitching process—so it’s organized, sustainable, and actually fun.
This isn’t about just getting visible. It’s about building real connections that lead to collaborations, clients, and unexpected opportunities.
I walk you through my full system, including my custom podcast dashboard, a 35-minute screen-sharing workshop, and your new AI BFF—Pixie! She’s a GPT assistant that helps you brainstorm pitch-worthy topics, draft irresistible emails, and sound like a pro (even if you don’t feel like one...yet).
Here’s the truth: Pitching doesn’t have to be hard. You just need a process that works for you.
Ready to get organized and finally start pitching like a pro?
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The difference between visibility and connection—and why connection wins every time
How to research podcasts that are actually aligned (without getting lost in the scroll)
What to track when you're pitching (and how to keep it all organized in one spot)
Why follow-up is everything—and how to do it without feeling pushy
How to craft juicy, problem-solving topics that make podcast hosts say YES
The structure of a high-converting podcast pitch email that won’t get ignored
How Pixie (my custom GPT assistant) helps you pitch faster and better
For the full post, notes, links, and more, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/110
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109 | Million Dollar Lessons, Systems, and Mindset Shifts with Debbie Shadid
Ever wonder what’s really happening behind the scenes of a coach who’s scaling toward a million dollars?
In this episode, Debbie Shadid shares the real story—no sugarcoating, no "just work 10 hours a week and it'll happen" myths.
We talk about how she built her business from the ground up (before digital ads even existed!), what she’s had to rework to hit her next goals, and why it’s not about finding the “perfect” automation—it’s about showing up, building skills, and doing the work.
Debbie also gets honest about switching industries, embracing tech even when it was hard, and the mental shifts she had to make to stop "dabbling" and step fully into leadership. Plus, she gives practical advice for how YOU can start thinking about your business like a brick-and-mortar boutique—and why that mindset will change everything.
Here’s what we dive into:
Debbie’s journey from publishing to coaching—and why her skills translated perfectly
Why success takes more than a certification (hint: it’s sales, baby)
The radical decision that changed everything in her business
How to build systems BEFORE you think you’re ready
Why a boutique mindset will totally change how you show up
The real truth about working "easy" hours vs. working hard
What it actually takes to make a million dollars
For all the notes, links, and more, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/109
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108 | Tired of Social Media? Grow Your Audience Like This Instead With Kylie Kelly
What if I told you that you could build a thriving business and grow your email list—all without using social media?
In this episode, I sit down with Kylie Kelly, host of the No Socials, No Worries podcast and founder of The Email Collab, who helps coaches, course creators, and service providers grow their email lists through relationship-based strategies, not reels and DMs. Kylie shares her personal journey from burnt-out wedding photographer to email marketing pro—and exactly how she makes collaborations her growth superpower.
We dive into how to ditch social without ditching your growth, how to use bundles, summits, and freebie swaps to grow your list, and how Kylie organizes it all without a team. Plus, we cover her “V2 Collaboration Framework” and how to choose the right strategies for long- and short-term list-building wins.
Thinking about quitting Instagram? This is your permission slip.
What you’ll learn:
How Kylie grew her email list from zero to 600 in one event (without social media)
Why social media made her feel stuck—and how she finally let it go
What a 9-grid is and how she uses it as a digital storefront
Her favorite high-converting collab strategies (summits, bundles, swaps)
The #1 mistake people make when joining bundles (and how to avoid it)
Kylie’s “V2 Collaboration Framework” for choosing smart list-building strategies
How she organizes all her collaborations with a simple Google Sheet
The real talk on FOMO, unsubscribes, and promo fatigue—and how to manage them
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107 | The ONE Habit That Will Save You Hours Every Week
Do you ever feel like your computer is one big junk drawer?
If you're constantly hunting down files, re-downloading things, or wondering where in the world you saved that doc, this episode is your digital rescue plan.
I'm sharing the two simple habits I’ve been coaching on over and over lately—and they’ll help you actually stay organized after your initial digital cleanup. Whether you're just starting your organizing journey or you've got a shiny new file structure, these tips are your maintenance BFFs.
Plus, I’m breaking down:
Why organizing is a project AND a lifestyle (yep, like eating veggies and flossing)
The foundational mindset shift to think of organizing like a 12-week sprint
My go-to Google Drive tip to save time and reduce decision fatigue
What to do if your desktop is turning into a clutter crime scene
How to download smarter (not just dump everything in "Downloads")
And if you’ve ever felt guilty seeing 94 PDFs piled on your screen...you’re not alone. But this episode gives you a no-shame plan to fix it.
💡What You’ll Learn:
The two habits that will help you maintain your digital organization long-term
Why you don’t need to be perfect—just consistent
How to “name and home” like a pro
How to adjust your habits based on your clutter tolerance
Why maintenance routines (just like brushing your teeth) matter for your digital life
How to use Tracy’s File Naming Formula and 5-File System to simplify everything
For the full transcript, notes, links, and more, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/107
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Whether you’re just starting or have had your coaching business for years, my podcast has something for you. If you are diagnosed with ADHD or feel like you’re missing the organizing gene, I can help. If you love all things organizing, join me to learn more!
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