episode 184 feeling stretched too thin let’s fix that! how to create more margin in your life as a high performer

Feeling Stretched Too Thin? Let’s Fix That! | How To Create More Margin In Your Life As A High Performer

Feeling Overwhelmed? Learn How to Create More Margin in Your Life

Do you ever feel like you’re constantly on the go, checking off task after task, but never truly have time to just be? High performers are often caught in a cycle of overworking, overcommitting, and feeling drained—but what if the key to achieving more was actually creating more margin in your life?

In this episode 184, we’re diving into practical high-performance habits to help you reclaim your time, protect your energy, and create space for deep, meaningful work.

If you want to boost productivity without burnout, set better work-life boundaries, and finally stop feeling overwhelmed, this episode is for you.

🔷 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How high achievers can create more time in their schedule without sacrificing success.
  • The importance of bookending your day with no-work periods for better focus and sleep.
  • Why task-switching kills productivity—and how batching tasks can save hours each week.
  • How to set healthy boundaries with work, meetings, and commitments to avoid burnout.
  • The secret to deep work and flow state, so you can be 5X more productive.
  • Time management strategies for high performers who want to get more done in less time.

📌 Time-Saving Strategies to Implement Today

  • Turn Work Off – Create clear start and stop times for work to prevent burnout.
  • Batch Tasks & Meetings – Stop wasting time with constant interruptions.
  • Prioritize Like a CEO – Learn to say no to unnecessary meetings and commitments.
  • Plan for Peace, Not Pressure – Stop last-minute stress by planning ahead.
  • Delegate & Outsource – Free up your time by getting help where you need it.
  • Protect Your Energy Margin – Recognize what energizes you vs. drains you.

⏳ Why High Performers Struggle with Work-Life Balance

Many successful entrepreneurs, executives, and working moms feel trapped by their schedule—always “on,” constantly reacting to urgent tasks, and struggling to find time for themselves. The truth? You don’t need to do it all to be successful.

This episode will help you:

  • Shift from reactive mode to proactive control of your schedule.
  • Build in intentional white space to increase energy, creativity, and focus.
  • Learn to say no to the non-essential—without guilt.
  • Create a more sustainable work-life balance that still drives results.

💡Episode Highlights:

  • “We are not wired to do, do, do constantly. We’re human beings, not human doings.”
  • “High performers crave deep, meaningful work—not just checking off to-do lists.”
  • “Start scheduling your margin time first and build everything else around it.”

Why Creating Margin Matters

High performers often crave more margin but don’t know it. We’re not just talking about squeezing in time for hobbies (though that’s essential too). We’re talking about breathing room in your life—time to rediscover who you are, to simply exist without the constant demands pulling you in every direction. Think about it: without margin, we tend to fill every moment with another task until we inevitably crash and burn. Where’s the joy in that?

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About Molly

Molly is a wife, mother of three, and a certified high-performance coach, dedicated to helping others transform their lives through her venture, Dream It Do It Wellness. After stepping away from a corporate finance career, she found fulfillment in crafting a life and business that truly inspired her.

Passionate about sharing her journey, Molly empowers others to achieve their dreams by fostering intentional habits, smart time management, and engaging in meaningful work. Through her podcast, Dream It Do It, she encourages her audience to dream big, take decisive action, and create a life they love.