The Overwhelmed Entrepreneur: Reality Check Method for Women in Business | Productivity & Time Management Tips
The Overwhelmed Entrepreneur: Bite-Sized Productivity for Busy Women in Business helps you conquer overwhelm and take action on what actually matters. Hosted by Cindy Gordon, creator of The Reality Check Method and business coach for overwhelmed entrepreneurs, this podcast helps busy women in business bridge the gap from paralysis to productivity.
Whether you're an overwhelmed female entrepreneur juggling endless priorities, a small business owner feeling stuck in the chaos, or a business mom trying to balance it all, each episode delivers quick, actionable strategies to break through entrepreneur overwhelm. You'll discover practical productivity tips specifically designed for overwhelmed business owners who need real solutions, not more tasks on their to-do list.
Perfect for solo entrepreneurs and small business owners with 1-4 contractors who are tired of feeling scattered and ready to focus on what moves the needle forward. From time management and priority setting to mindset shifts and energy management, every episode helps you reality-check your overwhelm and get back to building the business you love.
Join thousands of overwhelmed entrepreneurs who've learned that when everything feels urgent, nothing really is. Stop spinning your wheels and start making progress on what truly matters.
Ready to transform overwhelm into action? Your bite-sized breakthrough starts now.
Formally: Thrive in 5
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 4 minutes
- Episodes
- 210
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
152: Struggling to Stay Consistent? Get an Accountability Buddy
Feel like you’re constantly falling off track with your goals?
You don’t need more motivation, you need a system that helps you follow through. In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m breaking down …
151: Tired of the Chaos? Build a Week That Actually Works
If your calendar constantly feels like it’s running you, it’s time to flip the script.
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m teaching you how to build your Ideal Week Blueprint a flexible, realist…
150: How to Handle Feedback Without Losing Your Confidence
Let’s be honest, criticism stings, even when it’s meant to help.
In this Thrive in 5, I’m showing you how to handle feedback without spiraling, so you can grow, evolve, and stay confiden…
149: Afternoon Slump? This Quick Reset Helps You Finish Strong
It’s 2 PM. You’re staring at your screen, feeling foggy, tired, and totally unmotivated. Sound familiar?
In this Thrive in 5, I’m showing you how to use a simple, intentional reset to re…
148: The Momentum Trick That Builds Confidence Daily
Still waiting for a big milestone to feel motivated?
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m sharing how to use small wins as your fuel because momentum isn’t built in big leaps. It’s built in tiny,…
147: Busy But Not Productive? Here’s How to Shift That Fast
If you’re ending your days feeling drained but wondering what you actually got done, you’re not alone.
In this Thrive in 5, I’m teaching you how to flip the switch from busy to productiv…
145: Stuck Because It’s Not Perfect? Do This
Waiting until it’s perfect? You’re not alone but you’re stuck for the wrong reason.
In this Thrive in 5, I’m sharing how to break free from perfectionism and finally build momentum. You’…
144: The Real Secret Behind Following Through
Motivation fades. Accountability sticks.
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m breaking down how to use accountability to stay on track, get more done, and stop letting your goals slide. Whether i…
143: Too Many Ideas? Try This Sanity-Saving System
Being multi-passionate isn’t a problem, it’s a strength. But without a system, all those amazing ideas can lead to chaos, distraction, and burnout.
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m showing yo…
142: Still Waiting to Feel Confident? Start Here.
Confidence isn’t something you wait for, it’s something you build.
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m breaking down the Confidence Loop, a simple but powerful cycle that helps you build belief …
141: Decision Fatigue Is Killing Your Focus! Here’s the Fix
Feel like you’re making a thousand tiny decisions before lunch? That’s decision fatigue and it’s silently draining your focus and motivation.
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m sharing how to s…
140: Feeling Behind? Your Progress Might Be Hidden
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m doing all the things, but it doesn’t feel like it’s working,” this is your episode.
In this Thrive in 5, I’m showing you how to use progress tracking to re-e…
139: How to Stay Organized and Inspired at the Same Time
If you’re a creative who resists structure because it feels like it’ll kill your flow, this episode is for you.
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m showing you how to use time blocking in a flex…
138: Feeling Scattered? Use This Quick Mindfulness Reset
Wish you could focus better without adding more pressure?
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m sharing how to use practical mindfulness habits to ground yourself, reduce mental noise, and unlock …
137: Overwhelmed? Focus on One Thing
Feeling scattered? Always busy but never done?
In this Thrive in 5, we’re talking about single tasking the secret to finishing what you start and feeling calmer while you do it. You’ll l…
136: Find More Time Without Waking Up Earlier
Tired of hearing that waking up at 5AM is the only way to get ahead?
In this Thrive in 5 episode, I’m giving you smarter, real life strategies to find more time in your day without sacri…
135: Identity Shifts: The Secret to Unlocking Your Next Level
Success doesn’t start with your to-do list, it starts with who you believe you are.
In this Thrive in 5 episode, we’re diving into identity-based habits and how shifting your mindset to …
134: Why You’re Not More Productive (Hint: It’s Not What You Think)
What if the “productivity hacks” you’ve been trying are actually slowing you down?
In this Thrive in 5 episode, we’re busting three common productivity myths and replacing them with stra…
133: 3 Quick Wins to Boost Your Energy + Get Moving Today
You don’t have to wait for motivation, you can create it.
In this Thrive in 5 episode, I’m sharing the 10-Minute Motivation Method: three simple strategies you can use to spark energy, t…
132: Take Back Your Time: How to Control Your Inbox (Instead of Letting It Control You)
You don’t need to be “on” 24/7 to be responsible, you just need a better system.
In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m showing you how to take back control of your inbox by setting intentional che…