The Organized Creative: Time Management Solutions for Busy Creative Business Owners – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Katie and Brittnie dive into their busy lives, sharing tips on juggling multiple roles, managing their time like pros, and setting achievable goals. They chat about the idea of harmony versus balance, stressing how important it is to align what we commit to with our personal values and energy levels. Katie and Brittnie also open up about their own favorite methods for staying productive, practicing self-care, and keeping their tasks in check. Plus, they highlight the joy of reframing productivity and how celebrating those small wins with a "Tada List" can make a big difference!

Highlights in this episode:

• Flexible goal setting with self-compassion and the freedom to pivot.
• Managing energy levels and creating routines that align with personal rhythms.
• Reframing productivity to focus on accomplishments instead of unfinished tasks.
• The importance of self-care and scheduling downtime to avoid burnout.
• Effective task management using both digital and paper tools.

Katie Dragos is a multipassionate, enthusiast for life, full-time working marketing & events coordinator, mom of two boys, wife, and well-BEING life coach for women (like her) who want to do it ALL, have big dreams & ideas and also value family, presence and ultimately PEACE.

Katie hosts virtual and in-person workshops, women's retreats, leads a community of AMAZING multi-passionate women, and offers 1:1 coaching through her Unleash Your Awesome! program. She is also the host of the Cheers, Mama! podcast, in which she finds great joy in sharing deep inner thoughts, idea sparks, and having conversations with women doing amazing things in the world. 

Katie shares her routine as a self-made morning person and the benefits of understanding energy patterns. At the same time, Brittnie highlights the importance of saying no and embracing CEO days for reflection and planning. They also discuss the "Capture the Chaos" planner as a versatile tool for integrating work and personal life.

What You'll Learn:

• How to create harmony between diverse interests and roles.
• Tips for balancing ambition with self-reflection and flexibility.
• Ways to manage your calendar and tasks without overwhelm.
• Practical strategies for celebrating progress and practicing self-care.

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Lydia Fine is a lifestyle photographer based in North Liberty, Iowa, specializing in families, seniors, and newborns. With over 22 years of marketing experience and a marketing degree and MBA from the University of Iowa, Lydia brings a unique perspective to running her fast-growing photography business while continuing her work in marketing. She’s passionate about teaching photographers how to uplevel their marketing, book more clients, and use systems and technology to spend less time on the backend of their businesses.

When she’s not working, Lydia enjoys playing pickleball, kickboxing, and tackling jigsaw puzzles—and she dreams of one day solving the Wordle in a single try.

In this episode, Lydia shares how she balances multiple roles and responsibilities while breaking traditional rules of entrepreneurship. She reminds us that success doesn’t have to follow a set path—photography doesn’t have to be your sole job, and social media isn’t the only way to advertise.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• How to automate repetitive tasks to save time and reduce stress
• Smart outsourcing: Identifying which tasks to delegate for maximum impact
• The power of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems in running a smooth business
• Optimizing your Google Business Profile for local SEO to appear in "near me" searches

Lydia’s journey proves that you can create a business and a life that works on your terms. Tune in to hear her tips, insights, and strategies for thriving as an entrepreneur.

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Connect with Brittnie: Website Instagram Free Content Planning Pages Purchase The Planner 

The Planner

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Let's explore the benefits of establishing regular routines, especially for moms and kids, and how they can help create a sense of balance and organization in daily life. I'll share my own experience of initially being hesitant about routines but eventually recognizing their value, particularly during difficult times. We will discuss the advantages of having clear goals, making routines enjoyable, and the importance of incorporating flexibility to prevent burnout. Using the Capture the Chaos planner, I will explain how to develop sustainable, adaptable routines, with special emphasis on creating morning routines that can positively impact the rest of the day.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Benefits of Routines in Daily Life Brittnie discusses how routines, especially for children, can help manage behavior and establish stability. She reflects on a challenging summer when she implemented structured routines for her kids, leading to improved behavior and a more harmonious family life. Contrary to common beliefs, routines can be natural, enjoyable, and customized to individual needs.

2. Brittnie’s Struggles With Routine Maintenance Brittnie opens up about her personal challenges in maintaining consistent routines, highlighting issues such as a lack of motivation and conflicting goals. She stresses the significance of aligning routines with specific objectives and making sure they stay enjoyable to prevent feeling overwhelmed or bored.

3. Preventing Burnout with Daily Routines Routines can reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and promote better physical and mental health. Brittnie highlights how including relaxation time in your schedule is crucial for preventing burnout, which is easier to prevent than recover from.

4. Fostering Positive Habits with Flexible Routines Routines don't have to be rigid. Brittnie encourages listeners to embrace flexibility, allowing room for unexpected changes or shifts in priorities. She reminds us to give ourselves grace in the process and understand that routines are meant to evolve over time.

5. Creating Sustainable Morning Routines Brittnie breaks down her method for developing a sustainable morning routine, starting small and gradually building habits. She stresses the need to make routines enjoyable and aligned with personal preferences. The Capture the Chaos planner is a helpful tool for tracking progress and staying on course. Flexibility is key—routines should adapt when necessary to keep them effective.

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2025 Planner Launch: October 8th

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We all fall into the comparison trap for our photography business. In this episode I share how I break out of the comparison spiral and find inspiration from other photographers instead.

Are you struggling to find rhythm and balance in your life while trying to build a successful photography business? Join my 8 week coaching program where I help busy photographers fulfill their calling without feeling perpetually overwhelmed.

Website: www.brittnierenee.com/photographers

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/capturethechaoscommunity

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Building a profitable photography business and creating unique, emotive images can be a struggle. In this episode I'm opening up about my recent revelation in creativity.

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Sara Gillis from What Sare Said shares how what a copywriter is and how they help photographers in their businesses. If you’ve ever felt stuck on what to write for your copy on your website this is going to be a great listen for you. Sara also shares what its like being an introverted business owner.

What Sara Said: /https://whatsarasaid.com/

Sara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellosaragillis/

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We dive into how to create new habits by adding on to your current routine. I share examples of how to use habit stacking for a easy way to add new habits into your life.

Website: www.brittnierenee.com/photographers

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Abby and Courtney from Duo Collective share how to use content pillars for social media. If you’ve ever felt stuck on what you should post on instagram this is going to be a great listen for you. It’s a long episode but it’s jam packed with great info. If you would prefer to watch the video format then you can hop on over to the Facebook group.

Duo Collective: https://www.instagram.com/duo.collective/

Website: www.brittnierenee.com/photographers

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What do I pack for my in home lifestyle newborn sessions? Listen to the episode to hear what I bring and why it's on my must have list. Download my free checklist here.

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What does community over competition mean in the photography industry? How can we as photographers live up to that community? What do we do when someone oversteps our personal boundaries in the name of community? How can you start your own local community? Marina from Marina Anaya Photography shares her take on community over competition.

You can find Marina on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/marinaanayaphotography/

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