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Have you ever ended the day wondering why you didn't do the thing you fully intended to do?

You had a plan. You knew what needed to happen. Maybe it was hiring support, finishing a project, creating content, or finally making a decision you've been putting off. But somehow, your actions didn't align with your intentions.

If that sounds familiar, you're going to love this conversation.

Today I'm joined by Danielle McGeough, coach, professor, and creator of the Stuck Assessment. Danielle helps people uncover what's really keeping them stuck and teaches simple rituals that help them move forward.

In this episode, we dig into the hidden reasons we struggle to take action, even when we genuinely want to. We talk about the stories we tell ourselves, the habits that keep us looping in the same patterns, why high achievers often struggle when they're beginners again, and how small rituals can help us build trust with ourselves and finally move forward.

If you've been feeling frustrated because you know what to do but can't seem to get yourself to do it, this conversation will help you identify what's really going on and give you practical ways to start making progress.

• Why intentions and actions often don't match
• The different types of "stuck" and how to identify yours
• How self-sabotage can show up in your business
• Why high achievers struggle when they don't immediately know what they're doing
• The role perfectionism plays in keeping you stuck
• Why rebuilding trust with yourself matters
• Simple rituals that help bridge the gap between intention and action
• How greater self-awareness makes taking action easier
• Practical ways to start moving forward when you feel stuck

All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/172

Download Tracy's Free File Naming Formula Cheat Sheet: https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc

Are you tired of wasting time searching for files on your computer?

You know the feeling. You're looking for a document you know exists, but all you can find are files named "Final," "Final Final," or "New Document." Before you know it, you've spent ten minutes clicking through folders and opening files trying to find the right one.

The problem isn't your memory. It's your file names.

In this episode, Tracy shares the simple file naming convention she uses and teaches her clients to help them find files faster, reduce duplicate documents, improve team collaboration, and create a more organized business. You'll learn why your computer search is only as good as your file names, when to use dates, how to track versions, and the five rules every Organized CEO should follow.

If you're ready to spend less time searching and more time doing meaningful work, this episode is for you.

• Why file naming conventions matter more than most people realize
• How poor file names create wasted time and frustration
• The mindset shift from organizing for today to organizing for future you
• Tracy's simple file naming formula
• When to use dates in file names and when to skip them
• Why version numbers are better than using "Final Final FINAL"
• How consistent file names help your team find what they need
• Five rules for creating a file naming convention that actually works
• A simple challenge to help you start improving your file organization today

All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/171

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What if the reason your business feels so exhausting… has nothing to do with working harder?

My guest today, Vicky Countess, thought she just needed to “get better at tech.” But underneath the cluttered desktop, overflowing files, and piles of paper was something deeper: frustration, wasted time, and the constant feeling of never being able to find what she needed when she needed it.

Vicky first found me through a business program where I was teaching simple digital organization strategies. She downloaded my file organization cheat sheet, started making small changes, and eventually jumped into my Black Friday offer (the Organized CEO Intensive - get now for $250 off) because she was tired of feeling scattered in her business.

Her story is going to sound VERY familiar if you’ve ever spent 20 minutes searching for one file… only to realize you saved it in three different places. 😅

In this episode, Vicky shares what digital clutter was really costing her, why organization felt emotionally heavy, the simple systems that helped her finally feel calm and confident inside her business again, and the new niche that she's not only passionate about but also starting very organized.

We talk about:

• Why being “bad at tech” usually isn’t the real problem
• The emotional weight of digital clutter and constant frustration
• How simple file organization can save hours every week
• The bookmark bar system that immediately made business easier
• How small changes can create huge relief in your day-to-day work
• What finally pushed Vicky to ask for help