Cheerful Productive Chats | Solopreneur | Productivity | Task Management | Prioritize | Get Stuff Done
Cheerful Productive Chats is the go-to podcast for solopreneurs who want to get more done with less stress using simple, sustainable systems that actually work in real life.
Hosted by Lucy Reyes, Productivity Strategist and systems simplifier, this show delivers bite-sized episodes filled with practical tips to help you manage your tasks, streamline your systems, and stay consistent - in a way that honors your energy, your faith and real-life capacity.
Each week, you’ll get cheerfully realistic advice on:
✨ Creating simple, repeatable systems that help you follow through (without burning out)
✨ Managing your time, tasks, and routines with flexibility and clarity (even when life gets messy)
✨ Using tools like (Trello, Airtable, Google Workspace + more) to keep your business organized and focused
✨ Building rhythms of productivity that align with your season, values, and goals
Whether you're a digital product creator, coach, or service provider, you’ll leave with actionable strategies to help you to help you finish what you start, and make steady progress without the stress.
Tune in and discover how to make productivity feel calm, doable and aligned - one cheerful chat at a time. To learn more and follow or subscribe, visit www.cheerstoproductivity.com/podcast
Episodes
117 episodes
The Simple System That Organizes All Your Online Courses | 116
Ever bought a course… and then completely forgot about it? 😅If your online courses are scattered across emails, bookmarks, random folders, and dashboards, you’re not alone.In this episode, I’m going through the simple learning lib...
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Episode 116
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14:35
Compare Trello Plans: Which Is Best For Online Business Owners? | 115
Trying to compare Trello plans but not sure which one is actually worth it for your business?If you're an online business owner using Trello (or thinking about it), choosing between the Free, Standard, and Premium Trello plans c...
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Episode 115
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18:17
Why I Picked Trello For Business Over All-In-One Tools | 114
All-in-one tools promise to simplify your business… but what if they’re actually making it more complicated?In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about Trello for business and why you don’t automatically “outgrow” it as your busin...
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Episode 114
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20:46
From Idea to Done: How Entrepreneurs Follow Through with Plans | 113
Why is it so hard figuring out how to follow through with plans?In this episode, we’re diving into the real reason entrepreneurs struggle with execution, especially when it comes to big business changes. What You’ll Learn:...
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Episode 113
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19:00
The 2-Step Routine That Transformed My Business Clarity | 112
When your business feels "off" but you can’t explain why, it’s usually not a strategy problem → it’s a business clarity problem. Let’s fix that with a simple 2-step routine.Many overwhelmed entrepreneur owners try to fix alignment issues...
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Episode 112
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16:32
Why Simplifying Your Business Sometimes Means Retiring Products | 111
Trying to simplify your business isn't just about doing less. Sometimes it requires the hard choice of letting go of products you once loved. Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a quiet but powerful decision that changed how ...
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Season 111
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14:14
The Truth About Why Goals Fail (and How to Make Yours Stick) | 110
Why goals fail might not be what you think, and if you’ve been blaming yourself for falling off track, it’s time to shift that story.In this episode, we’re digging into the real reason your goals might not be sticking, and how a few subt...
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Episode 110
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12:07
Resolutions vs. Intentions vs. Goals: What Entrepreneurs Get Wrong | 109
If you’ve ever wondered whether you should focus on resolutions, intentions or goals, this episode breaks it all down in a way that actually makes sense, especially if you're a busy entrepreneur juggling a million things.In this episo...
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Episode 109
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14:16
The Biggest Productivity Shift That Changed How I Work | 108
Feel like you're constantly "on" but your business isn't really moving forward? 😩 Let’s talk about mindful productivity, setting real boundaries, and the shift to intentional living that helped me reclaim my energy.Inside this episode, I...
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Episode 108
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14:11
What My Unexpected Podcast Break Taught Me | 107
Ever found yourself taking a podcast break you didn’t mean to?Yeah… me too. What started as a short breather turned into a months-long podcast break I didn’t plan, and in this episode, I’m sharing the full story. From system ...
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Episode 107
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12:19
What I’m Doing This Summer to Simplify and Strengthen My Business | 106
Are you feeling the need for a reset?In this episode, I’m sharing a big update: I’m taking a summer break from the podcast, and here’s why that might inspire your next best move too.Whether your business has felt a little “meh” la...
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Episode 106
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18:07
Outgrowing Your Business Systems? Let’s Fix That | 105
Are your current workflows secretly slowing you down?Setting up business systems is one thing, but making sure they still work as your business grows? That’s where most solopreneurs get stuck.In this final episode of the behind-th...
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Episode 105
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18:01
How to Update Your Digital Offer in 5 Streamlined Steps | 104
Does your course or membership feel outdated, overwhelming, or just… off?You don’t need a full relaunch to bring your offer back to life. In this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m walking you through the exact 5-step process I’m using to up...
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Episode 104
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20:49
Why Your Membership Business Systems Might Be Holding You Back | 103
Is your membership starting to feel like more work than it’s worth?Then friend, it might be time to take a look at your membership business systems.In this episode, I’m keeping it real and sharing exactly what it’s been like to ru...
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Episode 103
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14:21
Why Overthinking Your Systems Leads to Procrastination | 102
Have you ever felt like you’re constantly prepping but never actually starting?In this episode, we’re diving into how perfectionism and overthinking systems secretly fuel procrastination, and how to finally break the cycle.<...
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Episode 102
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8:16
How to Stay Productive During Setbacks & Sick Days | 101
Has life ever thrown a wrench in your perfectly planned week? 😷🛑Yeah, same. I kicked off this week ready to work, write, and tackle all the things... and then me and my daughter both got sick. No voice, no coffee, no momentum. And yet, I...
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Episode 101
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12:59
The Truth Behind My Imperfect, Podcasting Journey to 100 Episodes | 100
What does it really take to reach 100 podcast episodes?In this milestone episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my full podcasting journey → the highs, the breaks, the messy middle, and everything I’ve learned along the way.
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Episode 100
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29:58
Your To-Do List Isn’t the Problem (This Tiny Tweak Changes Everything) | 99
If your to-do list is stressing you out, you’re not the problem → your system is.In this week’s episode, we’re diving into why traditional to-do lists don’t work and what you should be doing instead. I’ll walk you th...
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Episode 99
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15:49
These 5 Hacks Help Me Get More Done and Be More Productive | 98
Ever wish you could get more done without working more hours? 🙋🏻♀️Spoiler alert: It is possible (and it starts by doing less). If you’re always adding to your to-do list and still feeling behind, this episode is for yo...
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Episode 98
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19:47
Productivity Isn’t About Doing More: Do This Instead | 95
Being busy doesn’t always mean you’re productive. In this episode, I’m sharing the difference between being busy and being productive and how you can break free from the cycle of constant activity. You’ll learn practical productivit...
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Episode 95
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19:22
The Hidden Flaw in Your Task Management System | 94
Feeling like no task management system ever sticks, no matter how many tools you try?You’re not broken. You’re just using the wrong system.In this episode, I share real feedback from Taskflow Magic members, and it probably sounds ...
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Episode 94
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9:58
Take Back Your Time with These 3 Productivity Tips | 93
What if the real reason you feel behind every day isn’t lack of hours, but hidden leaks in your workflow?In this episode, Lucy breaks down 3 time-wasters that are secretly eating your time, along with the productivity tips and business s...
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Episode 93
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14:03
What Happens When You Start to Track Small Wins | 92
Are your big goals starting to feel heavy, fuzzy, or just plain overwhelming?Yep, I’ve been there too, especially around February when motivation dips and the plans we made in January feel miles away.That’s why I’ve stopped obsess...
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Episode 92
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10:40
Productivity Tips to Stay Focused When the World Feels Like Chaos | 91
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to stay focused with everything going on? You’re not alone.In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the emotional reality behind my week, the chaos we’re all feeling, and how I’m staying grounded us...
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Episode 91
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18:54
My 30-Minute Plan to Streamline Online Business Operations | 90
Snow days and scattered energy? Been there. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact 30-minute rhythm I use to streamline my online business and get things done, even when I’m not in the mood to work.If you're juggling life, business, and ...
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Episode 90
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