In this episode of Chronically Automated, Anthony Lobosco and I unpack the real cost of distractions and why multitasking is a myth. Research shows it takes 15 minutes to refocus after a distraction, and that’s time most of us don’t have to waste.

We break down the difference between uncontrollable distractions (like kids and pets) and the ones you can eliminate (like phone alerts and bad time blocking). I talk about how I still struggle with bouncing between tasks thanks to ADHD, and why noise-canceling headphones and automation systems have become mission-critical for my workflow.

Anthony brings his perspective on navigating productivity with neurological challenges, and we both agree: It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing the right things with clarity and focus.

If you’re stuck in the loop of multitasking and burnout, this episode is your roadmap to a simpler, more productive work style.

In this episode of The Queen of Automation, branding strategist Fabi Paolini breaks down why messaging, not tech, design, or funnels, is what truly drives conversions. While the show usually focuses on systems and automation, this conversation zooms in on the words behind the business, and how the right message builds trust and demand before a sale is even made.

Fabi shares her Angle of Mastery framework, which helps entrepreneurs reposition their offers as essential, not optional. Instead of fixating on pain points, she teaches how to speak directly to “power buyers” by reflecting their identity, ambition, and lifestyle. Her process starts with understanding real buyers, identifying the root cause of their problems, and crafting a message that becomes the antidote, then applying it consistently across all content and communication.

She also highlights how messaging fuels the rest of your systems, whether it’s content automation or onboarding. Thanks to her approach, she’s built a high-converting, time-efficient business that runs just four hours a day, with sales call close rates as high as 65%.

The episode ends with a clear takeaway: without strong messaging, your systems won’t work. But with it, your brand becomes unforgettable.

Connect with Fabi Paolini at brandmessagesession.com to book a free 15-minute brand messaging assessment. You can also follow her on LinkedIn and Facebook for powerful insights that help you attract the right clients and stand out online.

This one’s for every founder, coach, consultant, or creative who’s ever looked at their calendar and thought, “What fresh hell is this?” If your days are a blur of reschedules, forgotten calls, and mystery meetings that make you question your sanity, welcome. You’re in the right episode.

In this conversation, Anthony and I go deep into the mess and magic of scheduling as a business owner. I’m talking about the raw, unfiltered reality of managing a business, a family, a team, multiple brands, and still trying to show up like you’ve got it all together. I don’t. But what I do have is a system.

We unpack how I went from seven scattered calendars and inbox chaos to building a setup where things actually flow. Where automation isn’t just some tech buzzword, it’s my survival strategy. I share the backstory behind a YouTube video I made years ago that exploded overnight, all because so many people were drowning in calendar drama and had no idea there was a better way.

We also talk about why automation doesn't have to mean soulless or robotic. Done right, it creates space for better conversations, deeper connections, and yes, a few more quiet mornings where you get to sip your coffee like a damn human.

This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at how I choreograph my business around real life, not the other way around. We dig into the emotional load of disorganized operations, the myth of multitasking, and why you should absolutely give your VA access to your calendar (stop clutching your pearls, just do it).

If you’re craving a lifestyle that actually works for your brain, your business, and your bandwidth… this episode is your blueprint to start. Calendars aren’t just tools. They’re territory. And if you’re not owning yours, someone else is.

In this episode, I sat down with Kelly Meerbott, a powerhouse leadership coach who helps top-tier leaders scale without burning out. Kelly opened up about how she went from crushing it in radio sales to being blindsided by a layoff after standing up to a toxic corporate culture. That moment sent her into a spiral, but it also launched her coaching career.

She got real about the emotional and professional cost of being a strong woman in business, the importance of having the right support system, and why coaching isn’t a trend, it’s a necessity. Kelly’s approach is all about helping high-performers cut through the noise, own their story, and lead with emotional intelligence.

We also talked about her recent challenges, losing contracts, letting team members go, and how she handled it all with clarity, grace, and straight-up leadership. Her people wanted to keep working for her for free. That says it all.

If you’re leading at a high level and feeling the pressure, Kelly’s the one you want in your corner.

Connect with her at kellymeerbott.com or on LinkedIn. She's open for DMs and always down to offer real talk and real help.

In this episode of The Queen of Automation, I sat down with Sean Nihill of Resourceive to get deep into one of my favorite rabbit holes: the chaotic, messy, and totally fixable intersection of tech strategy, automation, AI, and cybersecurity. From the very beginning, we called out the truth so many business owners ignore, technology is only good when it actually works. And when it doesn't, it's usually because someone threw tools at a problem without a real strategy.

Sean and I bonded over our shared background in tech and our love for helping businesses, whether SMBs or enterprise, get their systems streamlined and secure. He emphasized the importance of acting as a strategic tech advisor, not just pushing a one-size-fits-all solution. That resonated hard. We dug into cybersecurity hygiene for companies big and small, why two-factor authentication isn't the enemy (it’s your armor, people!), and the hidden costs of data vulnerabilities that too many founders ignore until it's too late.

Then came the real meat: automation and AI. I got to share why over-automation is a real thing and how it can strip your brand of the human touch that actually creates customer loyalty. I brought up one of my core beliefs, automations should make your life easier and your customers' experience smoother, not robotic. Sean and I both agreed that overcomplicating your tech stack doesn’t just cost money, it kills momentum and clarity. We called out the common trap of duct-taping 20+ tools together with Zapier and hoping it all holds. Spoiler: it doesn’t. We also talked about when to buy tech versus build it, and why having a strategy from day one will save you from tech debt and team headaches later.

This conversation was honest, punchy, and full of real talk about the operational black holes companies fall into, and how to pull yourself out of them with the right support. I loved Sean’s grounded, human-first approach to solving IT and infrastructure problems. He’s not just talking tech, he’s building partnerships, and it shows.

Connect with Sean Nihill on LinkedIn and visit resourceive.com to learn how his team helps businesses align tech strategy with real-world growth.

On this episode of Chronically Automated, Anthony Lobosco and I tear apart one of the most overlooked productivity roadblocks: the humble to-do list. But this wasn't your vanilla productivity convo. We cracked open what it's really like trying to manage executive function when you're neurodiverse, in chronic pain, or simply exhausted by decision fatigue. Spoiler alert: sticky notes and “just write three things” advice don’t cut it when your brain’s on fire and your calendar’s drowning.

We broke down how automation, when it's built around the user, not the task, becomes an external brain. A lifeline. A stress-reliever. Whether it’s dealing with MS-related pain, ADHD inertia, or mental overload, we showed exactly how smart systems create clarity. And not hypotheticals, real workflows I’ve built for Anthony in Digital Magic CRM that give him his time, energy, and sanity back every single day like getting a reminder to follow up with a lead at the exact right moment, without having to think about it.

We dug into why over-automation is a real problem (yes, Queen of Automation said it) and how too many systems will wreck your brain faster than no systems. The key? Build your automation around how your brain works. Hate notifications? Use fewer. Need 8,000 like me? Do it. It’s not about doing it “right”, it’s about doing it your way.

We also talked Slack, Trello, Google Calendar, iPhone hacks, and RescueTime. But here’s the real takeaway: your systems are only as good as they are customized. You don’t need another SaaS subscription, you need a strategy that actually aligns with your dopamine, your energy, and your life. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, exec, or corporate rebel with a chaotic brain, you’re not broken, you just need better systems.

This one’s packed with hard truth, humor, and the exact frameworks to take your brain from scattered to strategic. Listen in, laugh a little, learn a lot, and if nothing else, stop working on the shit you hate. It’s killing your productivity and your joy. Let’s fix that.

In this episode of Chronically Automated, Anthony and I (The Queen of Automation) dug into the real experience of living and working with brain fog. We both deal with it regularly, me with ADHD, and Anthony with MS, and while our triggers are different, the outcome is the same: unpredictable mental shutdowns that make even simple tasks feel impossible.

For me, it's misplacing my phone five times a day or losing track of what I was doing mid-task. For Anthony, it's the neurological slowdowns that come with MS, making it hard to process, speak, or stay mentally present. We talked about how automation has become a lifeline, not as some cold, robotic fix, but as a practical way to keep things moving when our brains aren’t cooperating.

I compared it to bowling bumpers, it’s not about being perfect, it’s about staying on track. I rely heavily on things like time-blocking, notification layers, and task triggers. Anthony calls it choreographing his day.

We both agreed that tools like Digital Magic CRM help us set up systems that catch what we’d otherwise drop: onboarding emails, task follow-ups, reminders, all the stuff that drains our mental bandwidth if done manually.

We also got real about how ignoring brain fog can lead to missed deadlines, bad customer experiences, and unnecessary stress. That’s why I push for automating even just the task reminders if you’re not ready to automate the full action. And no, it’s not dehumanizing, it's strategic. If you’re constantly forgetting things, automate them. Full stop. Lastly, we closed with a reminder that perfection isn’t the goal, progress is. Don’t be afraid to break things. That’s how better systems get built.

In this episode of The Queen of Automation, the conversation takes a refreshing turn from the usual tech talk to explore how storytelling and systems thinking can make a real-world impact, especially in healthcare. Host Meghan introduces Tim Jones, an Emmy Award-winning creative whose journey from Ohio to Hollywood and eventually into healthcare animation is anything but ordinary. Tim started out in feature animation at Warner Brothers before diving into digital media and storytelling for the web, where he earned an Emmy for animated shorts for ESPN’s Mike and Mike in the Morning.

The heart of the episode focuses on Tim’s shift into healthcare, where his work uses animation to help children and veterans better understand complex medical journeys. His company, Health Nuts Media, translates overwhelming health data into emotionally resonant stories, making difficult topics like chemotherapy and hospice care more approachable. Tim shares how animation can break cultural barriers, reduce fear, and create empathy, not just for patients but also for overworked healthcare staff who need better communication tools. Throughout, Meghan and Tim reflect on how systems aren't just tech, they're the intentional frameworks we build through mindset, storytelling, and emotional connection.

Connect with Tim to learn more about how storytelling can transform the way we approach healthcare and communication at healthnutsmedia.com or find him on LinkedIn.