Have you ever read (or listened to) a book that lifted you out of your chair and forced you to take action? Well, I have. At the end of 2022, I listened to Michelle Obama’s book ‘Becoming‘ and I knew it was finally time for me to use my voice to help others live their healthiest and most productive life.
Hey, my name is Teresa and I am a Mindset and Productivity Coach for perfectionists
Are you struggling to get things done without stressing out or procrastinating?
Well, you’re in the right place!
Let me know if this sounds familiar…
- You’re tired of trying various productivity tips that never seem to stick or make a real difference
- You feel frustrated because you waste countless hours procrastinating by scrolling on social media
- You never feel good enough despite pushing yourself to work hard
- You know there is a better way to manage your time and energy but you feel stuck in a cycle of go-go-go and burnout
I know how frustrating it can be because this used to me
My journey to becoming the most productive version of myself started much like yours.
From Filofaxes stuffed with sheets of paper to the sleek efficiency of digital planners like Google Suite and Notion, I tried it all.
Bullet journals, spiral-bound planners, Evernote, OneNote, atomic habits, Eisenhower matrix, time blocking, Pomodoro – you name it, I’ve done it.
I dove right into every productivity system out there searching for the ONE THING that would finally bring order into my life.
I was OBSESSED.
But the truth is… I was chasing an illusion.
I bought into hustle culture, the idea that pushing myself to the brink was the only path to success.
And for a while, it seemed to work.
I graduated with my master’s with a distinction while working TWO jobs, I got my dream job and achieved all of my big professional goals, but at what cost?
Burnout became my constant companion, anxiety was always knocking at my door and I NEVER felt good enough.
It was unsustainable. I knew something had to change.
I spent YEARS searching for the answer but then it hit me – I’d been approaching productivity all wrong. It wasn’t about cramming more tasks into each day or sacrificing my well-being for a brief sense of success.
No, true productivity stemmed from a mindset shift, from scarcity to abundance, from hustle culture to values-based living.
And when that shift occurred, everything clicked into place. Suddenly productivity wasn’t a struggle; it was a natural flow.
I found myself achieving more by doing less, with time to spare for self-care, hobbies and meaningful connections.
I thrived as a project manager, navigating complex tasks with ease, all while pursuing my passions, expanding my social circle and even starting my own business.
So, if you’re feeling stuck in the same cycle of hustle and burnout, know that I’ve been there too.
But there is a way out, a path to productivity that’s not only sustainable but deeply fulfilling. And I’m here to guide you every step of the way because I’ve walked that path myself.
Fun facts about me:
- I am an APM (Association for Project Management), PRINCE2 and SCRUMStudy certified Project Manager.
- I am also a British Psychological Society (BPS) graduate member
- I’m a lifelong learner and proud nerd, always diving into new subjects and self-development in all 8 areas of life.
- You’ll often find me buried in a book or attending training classes because learning is not just a hobby, it’s a way of life.
- When I’m not nerding out, you might catch me drawing, dancing, singing off-key, or attempting some amateur yoga moves—I’m not great at any of it, but I have a lot of fun trying!
- As an INFP, I’m a dreamer, a mediator and a people enthusiast, but don’t let that fool you—I am a BIG introvert, preferring quiet moments to recharge.
- Friends and family affectionately call me a phoenix because no matter what life throws my way, I have a gift for rising from the ashes, fuelled by my relentless drive to learn and grow. A bit dramatic, I know but I like to think of it as a perfectionist perk!
