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Leah and I might be in different stages of parenting, but we have very similar situations â 3 kids, running a business, spouse who also works. So in part 2 of our interview, we jump into the societal expectations of moms and dads, discussing the stark differences in how each is perceived. Leah shares how she navigated running a business while being a hands-on mom and the challenges of unspoken gender roles in parenting. We also discuss our own anxiety with bringing kids up today vs. when we were kids â and how weâre trying to fix it.
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Moms Face More Pressure to âDo It Allâ â The expectation is still that moms handle home responsibilities, even when they work full-time.Balance Looks Different at Different Stages â Leahâs balance shifted as her kids grew older, and Joeâs approach has to be different with younger kids.Perfection is the Enemy of Good Parenting â Itâs okay to not have Pinterest-perfect parties or homemade treats. Focus on being present instead.Show Notes
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Work-Life Balance is a myth! Or is it? In todayâs conversation with Leah Remillet, we talk all about our goal as solopreneur parents to have everything â as in âAND,â not âOR.â Leah emphasizes that balance isnât about equal time for everything but about feeling good in YOUR core areas of life. She explains her framework for achieving work-life balance through priorities, presence, and purpose and offers practical strategies like setting boundaries, system stacking, and discipline to maintain balance.
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Set Boundaries with Your Work â Create office hours, shut down your computer, or build whatever boundaries you need to to make that mental shift.Perfection is a Myth â Instead of focusing on whatâs going wrong, focus on the âbright spotsâ where things go well and build from there.System Stacking is Key â Small, intentional habits (like meal prepping, scheduling breaks, and using alarms) create long-term balance.Show Notes
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This weekend, I completely rearranged my officeâand I couldnât be happier with the results. What started as frustration with my camera framing turned into a full workspace transformation. In this episode, I break down:- Why I moved my desk and how it improved my video setup
- The changes I made to declutter and improve cable management
- The unexpected number of extra USB cables and extension cords I found (seriously, where did they all come from?)
- Why I finally got rid of my massive softbox lights
- My ongoing whiteboard dilemma and plans for even more optimizationTimelapse of my Office Rearrangement
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Automation can feel overwhelming, but it all boils down to four simple components: triggers, actions, conditions, and timing. Once you understand these, you can start automating repetitive tasks, saving yourself hours of work and mental energy.
In this episode, I break down these components with real-world examples, like home automation and business workflows, and share how you can use them to create seamless systems for your solopreneur business.
Then, Iâll tell you how you can start thinking about your tasks in terms of these components.
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Triggers are the events that kick off an automation, like a form submission or a specific time of day. Identifying what starts a process is the first step in building an efficient system.Actions are the tasks your automation performs after the trigger, whether itâs sending an email, updating a database, or turning off your smart lights.Start identifying daily tasks that could benefit from automation. Map out the trigger, action, condition, and timing to see how you can streamline your workflow.Show Notes
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January was chaotic for me, with family time over the holidays, snow days, travel for Podfest, and a house full of sick people. Despite all that, my business kept running smoothly thanks to the systems and processes Iâve built over the years. Instead of stressing over a âlostâ month, I decided to start 2025 in February, reframing my timeline and giving myself permission to adapt. This experience reinforced the importance of creating marginânot just in your weekly schedule but as a core part of your businessâto handle unexpected disruptions while still moving forward.
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My systems and processes provided me was more margin than I thought. Despite not working for half of December and a lot of January, I was still able to continue producing my podcast, posting here, generating leads, and sending out proposals.The calendar year is arbitrary. The things I wanted to do that I didn't do in January can easily move into February. And I already know my systems can support those changes.Building margin into your business isnât just about avoiding burnoutâitâs about ensuring you have the space to adapt and thrive, even during busy or unpredictable times.Show Notes
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âHow do I know if investing in automation is worth it?â This was a question someone asked me after my talk at Podfest. And itâs a fair question. We donât want to waste time and money on something that wonât pay off.
So in todayâs episode, I tell you exactly how to know if automation and delegation are worth the investment.
Top Takeaways
Understand Opportunity Cost: Opportunity cost is the value of what you give up when choosing one activity over another. For solopreneurs, this often means the lost income or time that could be spent on billable work.Automation Rule of Thumb: Automate repetitive tasks youâve done at least three times and that require consistent inputs and outputs. But do the task manually first to ensure automation makes sense.Take Small Risks for Big Gains: Test delegation by hiring a VA or outsourcing small tasks. Even $50/week can help you reclaim time to avoid burnout or spend with family.Show Notes
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This one might ruffle some feathers, but Iâm OK with that. I think we NEED to disclose the usage of AI in creative work more. Itâs less about signaling that you cheated in some way â on the contrary, I donât think using AI is de-facto cheating. Itâs about honesty, integrity, and transparency.
So my policy is simple: if you use AI to write, record, or produce something, it should be disclosed in the same way affiliate links or paid promotion has to be disclosed.
And today, I explore why I feel so strongly about that.Top Takeaways
Establish Clear Guidelines for AI Disclosure: I tell my readers how and when I use AI. If it contributes more than 5% of an articleâs total word count, I write it at the bottom of the piece.AI Produces Mediocrity: As Jason Snell said**,** AI tends to average out content, making most of it mediocre at best. If you want to stand out, you canât just rely on AI.Human Connection is Irreplaceable: In a world where AI threatens to erode personal connection, itâs up to us to keep our content human.Show Notes
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Halfway through writing nearly 24 articles for my Podcast Advent project, I started to wonder if I was wasting my time. Is this worth it? Am I writing what people actually want to read?
Youâve probably fallen into the same trap: spending hours creating content, unsure if itâs resonating with anyone. Itâs frustrating, exhausting, and can feel like shouting into the void. But it doesnât have to be this way.
Today, weâre exploring a few things you can try to come up with content that resonates with your audience â plus Iâll tell you about my GAPS framework for content in 2025.
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Let data lead the way: Your analytics are a treasure trove of insights. Tools like Google Analytics and Search Console can show you what content performs well so you can double down on those topics.Ask your audience: Your audience is your best resource. Invite questions through email, social media, or a dedicated feedback link, and turn their questions into valuable content.Experiment, but evaluate: Testing new ideas is important, but donât forget to review the results. If something doesnât work after a few tries, let it go.Disclosure: ChatGPT has contributed more than 10% to the description and takeaways for this text, fully using the episodeâs transcript.
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It's time for 2025's yearly theme. While The Year of Control didn't go as planned, I'm excited to have a much better plan in place for this year's theme, The Year of Being Present.
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My 2025 Yearly ThemeJoe's Audio Notes Why We Need to Disclose AI UsageThe BrickFocus AppSend your feedback at streamlinedfeedback.com
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I knew from a young age, I wanted to play the drums. I got my first small kit when I was five and when my friends and I started a "band," heavy quotes, I played paint buckets. When I was 15 years old, I knew I needed a real kit.
This is the story of how I got it, and how one man's incredible kindness had a profound effect on me.
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2024 has been a transformative year for me. I learned a ton about myself and my business, and for the first time in a while I feel like Iâm not flailing. Iâll have the clearest plan Iâve had in a long time in 2025 â one thatâs reinforced by conversations Iâve had, not just hunches. So for the last episode of the year, I wanted to do a quick year in review where I talk about my biggest success, my biggest failure, and the lessons I learn.
Plus, some feedback from last weekâs episode on using AI.
My Biggest Success
This was definitely ranking #1 in Google for âPodcast Coachâ. It shows that my work to grow this area of my business is working out!
Biggest Failure
My Be everywhere strategy. I made a big deal about it and abandoned after 4 months, since it was very clearly not working. It was basically all downsides. It also resulted in two other outcomes:
Going to stop publishing on Medium in 2025Shutting down my membershipLessons
Know your niche. I thought I knew mine but it got a lot clearer the back half of the year, and I saw a positive impact because of it.Donât discount SEO/Google, and even ChatGPT, which is being used for search more. As social media is fracturing further,Focus on one thing at a time. My Be Everywhere strategy left me trying to do too many things at once, and none of the succeeded.Links
PodMatchMaker and MoxiePodcast AdventMy Experiment with Substack and Being âEverywhereâMy Be Everywhere Strategy was an Incredible FailureHow to be a Scrappy Researcher (to Actually Sell Products) with Becky Pierson DavidsonIâm Shutting Down my Podcast MembershipWe Need AI DisclosuresMatt MedeirosThe Podcast SetupMike (Bagel) Barugel(00:00) - Intro (01:32) - My Biggest Success (06:01) - My Biggest Failure (09:34) - Social Media is Fracturing (11:30) - 3 Lessons from 2024 (16:25) - Feedback on Using AI â Support this podcast â -
Itâs been two years since ChatGPT went mainstream, and AI has completely transformed how we work. While I maintain some hesitancy and skepticism in using AI, it has made itâs way into my daily life for certain tasks. While Iâll tell you all about that, I also talk about why the human touch will always matter, no matter how advanced these tools get.
So strap in (yes, I wrote these words without any intervention from AI) for a look into how Iâve been using AI as a solopreneur. And donât worry â Iâve mostly edited out the rambling rants.
AI tools like ChatGPT have improved significantly, especially with features like custom GPTs and web-connected capabilities, but thereâs room for growth in personalization.AI has become an essential tool in my workflows, particularly for providing fresh perspectives during ideation and research, and ârubber ducking.âAs we move forward, itâs important to balance efficiency with authenticity, using AI for support while ensuring it doesnât replace meaningful human interactions and creativity.
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Apple's Definition of a PhotoThe Coming WaveI'm on BlueskySend your feedback (00:00) - Intro(01:52) - I'm AI Hesitant(05:49) - How I'm Using AI(09:41) - ChatGPT is Replacing Google(12:48) - My Thoughts on Apple Intelligence(13:58) - What is a Photo?(18:53) - Feedback â How You're Using AI!(22:31) - The Future of AI(25:41) - Wrapping Up â Support this podcast â -
âBuild your authorityâ feels like advice thatâs often given without a solution attached. And itâs SO important to solopreneurs, especially since social media is no longer the best place to build a proper audience.
Thatâs why I sat down with Jessica Lackey, a business and operations strategist whoâs all about helping solopreneurs like us build real authority. We talked all about what you actually need to do to build authority â from understanding who youâre talking to, to the medium you use to get your message out.
Develop a Clear Premise, Process, and Body of Work: Building authority begins with a well-defined message and positioning (your premise), a unique approach to your work (your process), and a public body of work that showcases your thinking and differentiates you from others.Focus on Patterns and Behaviors Over Demographics: When identifying your niche or audience, prioritize the patterns, behaviors, and values of those you serve best, rather than just their demographic details. This leads to more meaningful connections and effective authority building.Create a Cohesive Body of Work Outside of Feed-Based Platforms: Relying solely on social media can be limiting due to its ephemeral nature. Building authority is more effective on platforms you ownâlike blogs, newsletters, or podcastsâwhere your content forms a cohesive and accessible body of work.
Top TakeawaysFinally, pick the medium youâre most comfortable with â or as Jessica puts it â pick the method for authority building that youâll actually use.
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In this bonus episode, I share a gratitude-inspired look at the tools and habits that have shaped my year, including my favorite apps, services, and hardware. From time-saving actions to game-changing tech, this episode offers a sneak peek into my âfavorites of the yearâ and how theyâve helped me reclaim time and focus.
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Have you ever been playing with your kids or trying to relax, but your mind keeps drifting back to work? Trust me, youâre not alone! It can feel frustrating â and it can feel like youâre failing to achieve âwork/life balance.â
Thatâs why I brought on Lindsey Carnick, a licensed clinical social worker and owner of Onward Psychological Services.
We get into how our minds work, the importance of aligning with our personal values, and practical strategies to stop overthinking â BUT ALSO why thereâs no shame in those random work thoughts.
If youâre done feeling shame for work thoughts hijacking your free time, and want to learn how to be more in control of your reaction to them, this is a perfect episode for you.
Something that puts my mind at ease with work is knowing things are still chugging along, even when Iâm sleeping, thanks to my automations. Want a head start? Download my free automations database at https://streamlined.fm/freebieTop Takeaways
Accept the Mindâs Wanderings: Itâs natural for your mind to think about work during personal time. Instead of resisting or feeling guilty about these thoughts, acknowledge them without judgment.Align Actions with Personal Values: Understanding and prioritizing your personal values helps in making decisions that lead to a fulfilling life.Write to Manage Thoughts: Writing down thoughts can help clear your mind and prevent intrusive ideas from occupying mental space. Plus, once you write things down, the words on the page wonât change!Show Notes
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Itâs the annual gift guide episode! Except, instead of just talking at you for 40 minutes, This year, Iâve teamed up with my good friend Cat Mulvihill to bring you the ultimate 2024 Gift Guide for solopreneurs and anyone working from home. We talk home goods, tech, productivity, EDC, and more.
Our main goal fits perfectly with the mission too: we want to help you solve a problemâŠnot just spend money unnecessarily.
Whether youâre shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift for the solopreneur in your life, weâve got you covered with thoughtful, problem-solving recommendations thatâll make the work-from-home experience smoother and more enjoyable.
And let us know, whatâs something you canât live without? Leave a message at streamlinedfeedback.com
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Find CatWant a special discount on all the Elgato stuff we mentioned? Use Cat's link and discount code:
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Dual Basket Air FryerOXO Coffee Grinder (I incorrectly said âBonavitaâ during the show, which is my coffee maker)Tea KettleLamy Fountain PenJoeâs Pen Buyerâs GuideOofos SandalsTech
RocketbookRock Paper PencilDoc PoppsKindle ColorsoftKobo eReadersStream Deck PlusStream Deck NeoCatâs Stream Deck Essentials CourseElgato Prompter Elgato Light Remote BrickPhilips SmartSleep Alarm ClockiFixIt KitRĂDE Micro Mobile Wireless MicsDJI MicExternal Hard DriveEDC
The James Brand Folsom KnifeShady Rays SunglassesNomad Watch BandsBeats Case for iPhone 16 ProBellroy WalletOura RingSoftware
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Bringing a VA into your business can free up your time and help you focus on growth, but finding and effectively working with the right VA requires clarity on what you need, a structured hiring process, and simple, ongoing communication.
Many solopreneurs are overwhelmed by the process of hiring and working with a VA. You may not know where to start, what tasks to delegate, or how to ensure the VAâs work aligns with your business goals. This leads to hesitation, missed opportunities, and often burnout from handling too many tasks alone.
So today, Iâm going to tell you how I work with my VA, and give you a 4-step process for finding and successfully working your VA.
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Define and Delegate Key Tasks: Start by identifying tasks that take up the most time but donât require your direct involvement. Using the âperform, evaluate, and removeâ framework helps clarify which tasks are best suited for delegation to a VA.Select and Test Multiple Candidates: To find a suitable VA, post a job on platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, or onlinejobs.ph, then test a shortlist of candidates on the same task. Evaluating each VAâs work on a small project helps gauge their skills and attention to detail.Create Videos for Each Task: Use video tutorials to record yourself completing each task, explaining each step clearly. Have the VA transcribe these instructions and write out steps, creating a documented process that they can refer back to as they work. â Support this podcast â
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A few months ago I launched a free private podcast called Joeâs Audio Notes. The episodes are very short (7 minutes or less), where I share my thoughts on being a solopreneur, a podcaster, a parent, and other thoughts related to being a productive member of society.
I'm sharing 3 of the episodes here (which you can find in the chapter markers):
Thinking About my Content StrategyHow do you pick the right idea?Battling the work hangoverIf you like it, I'd love for you to join!
You can sign up for free here.
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Ever thought about creating an online course that truly makes a difference? One that actually helps people accomplish their goals? Thatâs exactly what guitar coach Den LĂłpez has done. He transformed his life from being a car mechanic in Barcelona to becoming a successful online guitar instructor.
Weâll talk all about how he created the âGuitar in One Hourâ Method that helps beginners play songs quickly without the usual frustration, his unique approach to designing courses that focus on actionable outcomes and real skill acquisition, and why he believes in giving away his best content for free to build trust.
If youâve ever wanted to build a flexible lifestyle business, deliver an online course that actually gets results, or need that push to follow your passion, this episode is a must-listen.
Prioritize Actionable Outcomes in Your Courses: Focus on helping students achieve specific skills or results, and embed practical exercises within your lessons to encourage active participation and skill acquisition.Provide Immediate Value to Build Trust: Offer valuable content for free to address your audienceâs immediate needs, and use lead magnets that solve specific problems quickly.Utilize Simple and Accessible Technology: High-quality content doesnât require expensive equipment. Using basic tools like a smartphone can be effective and efficient.
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Being a business owner is hard. So is being a parent. So why donât we hear more about how to do both well? Fret not â thatâs why I brought Kim Caloca-Madden onto the show.
We dive deep into why business owners with kids should build systems and how automation can be a game-changer for busy parents. Kim shares her personal journey from being a stay-at-home mom needing to generate income to becoming a powerhouse in business automation.
We also cover how automation enhances consistency and efficiency in your business, practical steps to start automating today, even if youâre a newbie, Kimâs favorite tools for streamlining tasks and managing time, and balancing parenthood and entrepreneurship without losing your sanity.
Want to get a head start on your automation journey with my free Automations Database? Go to https://streamlined.fm/freebie to download it.
Automation Enhances Consistency and Efficiency: Implementing automation in business processes helps deliver a consistent customer experience and reduces human error.Start Small with Automation: Begin by automating simple, repetitive tasks that consume time. Examples include task management, calendar synchronization, and email responses.Automation Requires Maintenance and Human Oversight. And remember, not all tasks should be automated; human interaction is necessary for certain aspects to maintain a personal touch.
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