"I went from scattered to national speaker thanks to Mark’s clarity coaching." — Kristie Ondracek
“I’m Too Busy” is a Red Flag
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We all say it. “I’m too busy.” It’s become the adult version of “my dog ate my homework”—a catch-all excuse that feels true… but often hides what’s really going on. Recently, someone told me they were too busy to do something that would’ve taken them less than 30 seconds. (Not work-related. Just a small, daily moment of connection.) That hit me like a brick of burnout. Because let’s be honest: If we’re too busy for 30 seconds of anything—especially something light, fun, or fulfilling—then something is deeply misaligned. “I’m too busy” usually means one of three things:
And hey, I’ve been there. We all have. But that phrase is a signal… not a badge of honor. Let me ask you: 🟠 What are you too busy for right now that actually matters? This is your chance to choose clarity over chaos. 👉 Got a question that’s keeping you stuck? Ask me on Minnect. It’s fast, affordable, and totally on your schedule. Click here. Let’s stop wearing “busy” like a trophy. Let’s build a life that makes space for what matters. To clarity and lightening the load, PP.S. I’m quietly opening 3 spots next week for something brand new. It’s not public. But if you’re a high-achiever who’s been feeling stuck... keep an eye on your inbox. Did a cool person forward you this email? |
Quick Check: How Productive Are You REALLY?
"I went from scattered to national speaker thanks to Mark’s clarity coaching." — Kristie Ondracek
Hey, Reader! I get asked this question constantly: "Mark, what is your number one productivity tip? If you could only give me one piece of advice to change my life, what would it be?" I have a lot of strategies. I have a lot of wisdom. I could talk about time-blocking, the ODAE framework, or how to handle email. But if I can only give you one thing? It's this: Get it out of your head. That's it. It sounds simple. Maybe even too simple. But here is the hard truth I've learned after years of...
Hey, Reader! You can't stop procrastinating. Here's what works instead. I used to teach people how to stop procrastinating. I don't anymore. Not because I've gone soft. Because I've gone honest. Here's the truth I've come to terms with after years of coaching, studying, and—yes—procrastinating myself: Everybody procrastinates. Everybody. The difference between people who get things done and people who don't isn't that some magical breed of human never delays a task. It's that high performers...
Hey, Reader! Most people think productivity is something you do at work — calendars, task lists, and crushing goals during business hours. But here’s the truth I’ve learned after 15+ years coaching others and living it myself: Real productivity is about living intentionally across every area of your life — not just your job. I used to keep my “productivity tools” in one box and my personal life in another. That separation created stress, guilt, and imbalance. The shift happened when I started...