Jon is joined by productivity and habits coach Haley Watts to discuss the psychology of habits and offer practical tips for small firm founders in architecture. They discuss the Four Tendencies of habit formation, strategies for managing to-do lists, and the importance of balancing work with personal interests. Haley also shares insights on creating small, actionable habits and provides advice on how to leverage energy levels for better task management. The conversation offers valuable guidance for anyone looking to improve productivity and achieve more freedom and fulfillment in their business.

Today's Guest...

Hayley Watts is a productivity and habits coach and trainer. She helps people who are juggling too much to get clear on their priorities, reduce their stress and help them grow their businesses. She has been delivering training around productivity and people management for the last 10 years, and now helps people who are running their own businesses to get focused.

Episode Highlights...

00:00 Introduction

01:33 Meet Haley Watts: Productivity and Habits Coach

03:36 Understanding Habit Formation

06:50 Effective Use of Calendars and To-Do Lists

11:26 Creating and Sustaining New Habits

14:05 Managing Overwhelm and Prioritising Tasks

24:10 Weekly Planning Strategies

28:03 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

31:32 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Key Takeaways...

Build small habits that stick

Start with tiny steps you can do easily.

Link your new habit to something you already do – like brushing your teeth or making tea.

Celebrate little wins to help you keep going.

Plan your day in a way that works for you

Use a simple system to keep track of what needs doing.

Start with the most important jobs, and think about when you have the most energy.

You can use a calendar, a journal, or even post-it notes – whatever helps you stay on track.

Stop feeling overwhelmed

When your tasks are all over the place, your brain feels messy too.

Keep everything in one spot and break big jobs into small steps.

This makes things feel easier and helps you stay in control.

Links Mentioned In The Episode...

Visit Hayley’s Website

Connect with Hayley on LinkedIn

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