79. How to Be Less Overwhelmed - Patricia Van Den Akker - The Design Trust

Most business owners have too much on their plates, so it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. But how can we keep those feelings from hurting our business? In this episode, The Design Trust Director Patricia Van Den Akker shares her top strategies for feeling less overwhelmed. She also offers some great advice for business owners looking to plan better and set effective goals.    Episode Description: Why did you get involved with The Design Trust? (2:12) How do we become less overwhelmed? (3:43) Take time every day to relax, even if it’s just a moment (7:12) Organize your to-do list and allocate your tasks to specific days (10:19) Set 90-day goals for bigger projects (18:10) Make a plan, but be prepared to pivot (23:33) Set goals around things you can control (30:07) How is your planner helping business owners create the lives they want? (33:23) How to connect with The Design Trust (42:25)   Resources Online Diploma in Silver Jewellery The Design Trust The Design Trust Planner Follow the Design Trust on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook   Find Jewellers Academy on Instagram and Facebook!