You know that feeling when you collapse into bed at 11 PM and think, "What the heck did I even DO today?" You were busy for 14 straight hours, but somehow feel like you accomplished absolutely nothing meaningful. You weren't lazy or unproductive. You were just spending time instead of investing it. And friend, once you understand this difference, it's going to change everything about how you approach your days.
Do the "Time Withdrawal Audit" tonight (seriously, right before bed).
Spend 3 minutes thinking back on your day and ask yourself: "Did this activity give me an instant result and then... poof, done? Or will this actually save me time down the road?" Washing dishes after dinner = spending (necessary, but gone forever). Taking 15 minutes to plan your week = investing (saves you hours of "what should I do next?" all week long). Both matter, but you need to see your current ratio.
Hunt for your "investment goldmine" opportunities.
Look for those activities that feel like a pain in the moment but create time abundance later. Like spending 30 minutes organizing your pantry so you're not digging through chaos looking for the paprika. Or hitting the gym for 45 minutes because when you're physically strong, your brain works faster too. These aren't just tasks... they're time multipliers.
Block 15-30 minutes tomorrow for ONE time investment.
If your audit showed you're stuck in constant "spending" mode (just doing, doing, doing with nothing to show for it), schedule something small that'll pay dividends. Maybe it's prepping your coffee setup tonight, or spending 10 minutes decluttering your workspace. The goal isn't perfection. It's giving future-you a fighting chance.
If you're only spending time and never investing it, you'll stay stuck in that soul-crushing cycle of wake up, survive the day, repeat. But when you start looking at your 24 hours through this lens, you'll spot opportunities everywhere to work smarter, not harder. Your time isn't just disappearing into the void. It's either setting you up for success or keeping you stuck. You get to choose which one.
- LAST DAY to Get Your Plan-a-Palooza Ticket at Early Bird Price!
Today is literally the last day to grab Plan-a-Palooza early bird tickets before the price doubles tomorrow. Right now, you can still get your spot for just $47, but starting September 1st, that same ticket becomes $97.
This is my once-a-year live annual planning workshop where we create a realistic 2026 roadmap that actually works with your real life, complete with a 100+ page workbook, 14 expert trainings, and all the replays. Don't be the person who wakes up tomorrow and realizes they could have saved $50 by getting their ticket today! - The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success
If you're the type of high achiever who's always focused on what you haven't accomplished yet instead of celebrating how far you've come, "The Gap and The Gain" by Dr. Benjamin Hardy might shift your entire perspective.
The concept is simple: unsuccessful people focus on "The Gap" (measuring against their ideals), while successful people focus on "The Gain" (measuring against their previous selves).
We're actually reading this book together in our Next Level Planning membership right now, and it's been such a game-changer for breaking that high-achiever trap of never feeling satisfied, no matter how much you accomplish.
3 Tools That Make Planning Pretty AND Productive
Do you feel like you have to choose between a planning system that works and one that actually looks good? You don't have to sacrifice function for beauty. In this video, I'm sharing my top 3 tools that let you have both pretty planning AND real productivity, from the erasable pens that changed my color-coding game to the digital solution that makes planning feel as personal as paper.
You'll discover why decorative planning gets a bad rap (and why it shouldn't), plus see my favorite reusable wall calendar system that's been working perfectly for over three years. Whether you're team paper or team digital, these tools will help you create planning systems that are both beautiful and functional.
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This Week’s Buzz: Your Last-Minute Plan-a-Palooza Questions Answered (Early Bird Ends Today!)
Since early bird pricing for Plan-a-Palooza ends today at midnight Eastern, I wanted to tackle the most common questions I've been getting about the event: Will it help you decide what goals to set? How is it different from the mini bundle or TOP Bootcamp? And, can you still get value if you can't attend live?
In this week's Weekly Buzz, I'm breaking down exactly what makes Plan-a-Palooza unique, how the replays work if you can't make it live, and why this isn't just another goal-setting workshop.
Remember, this video is updated every Wednesday, so don’t miss it! Head to The Pink Bee app to watch now.
Friend, don’t forget—just 15 minutes of planning today can set the tone for your entire week. You’ve got the tools, you’ve got the tips, and now it’s time to take action. Let’s crush this week together!
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