Productivity Expert: Most Business Owners Are Burnt Out, Drowning In Admin & Missing Their North Star! Simple Systems To Reclaim Your Time & Enjoy Success - Emma Mills | EP240
Episode Notes
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Emma Mills, founder of MiPA, to uncover the secrets behind reclaiming time, reducing overwhelm, and finding joy as a business owner. We dive deep into Emma’s journey building a team that helps entrepreneurs focus on what truly matters, the power of personal development, and her passion for helping others “win the week.” Discover practical insights on delegation, building powerful support systems, and how you can start creating a business–and life–that you love.
Don't miss the opportunity to take the first step towards a more fulfilling life. Book your complimentary clarity call today and discover how Will Polston can help you achieve the success you deserve. 💡 https://willpolston.com/book-a-call/
\ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ /
Video Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
00:33 - Emma Mills joins the show: Swapping seats from interviewer to guest
02:05 - Will’s experience on Emma’s “Focus on the Fun Stuff” podcast
02:41 - Who is “Focus on the Fun Stuff” for?
03:56 - The realities of business ownership and reclaiming enjoyment
06:27 - The concept of the “North Star” and Emma’s personal mission
07:45 - Emma’s entrepreneurial journey: From executive assistant to business owner
10:16 - Building a positive workplace and lessons from bad bosses
12:33 - Company culture, transparency, and honesty at MiPA
13:41 - Authenticity and attracting the right team
14:25 - Growing MiPA: From solo founder to a team of 40+ and global support
15:49 - Key services MiPA delivers to help business owners reclaim time
16:31 - Emma’s passion for personal development and early influences
20:03 - Standout lessons from self-development and coaching groups
21:13 - The power of your environment and circle of influence
22:22 - Mastering the mind: Choosing your thoughts and building mental tools
25:48 - Emma’s mindset habits: Gratitude, journaling, and habit stacking
30:23 - The critical role of goal setting for entrepreneurs
33:03 - Creating clarity, intention, and intelligent action with your goals
34:42 - How coaching and mastermind groups transformed Emma’s business
38:33 - Overcoming excuses and creating leverage: Emma launches her podcast
41:51 - “Win the Week”–Why weekly planning matters for entrepreneurs
47:42 - Art and science of delegation: Freeing up time and boosting productivity
50:15 - 106 tasks you can delegate and surprising ways MiPA supports clients
54:59 - Why effective delegation is a game-changer for business owners
57:09 - Making the most of reclaimed time and the “triple win” of outsourcing
58:44 - Determining your true hourly rate and staying focused on unique ability
1:01:36 - The “Win the Week” course: How to access it and what it covers
1:03:49 - Leveraging PA services to help your whole team perform better
1:04:07 - Emma’s biggest influences: Brendan Burchard and powerful business lessons
1:08:08 - Consistency, content creation, and lessons from top performers
1:09:55 - How to connect with Emma and access her free resources
1:10:08 - The one question Emma wishes more people would ask
1:12:42 - Final reflections and advice: “It’s possible!”
\ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ /
Relevant Links For the Viewer and Citations
Website - https://www.willpolston.com
Instagram - https://instagram.com/willpolston
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willpolstonmih
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willpolston/
Twitter / X - https://x.com/willpolston
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@willpolston
Check out MiPA by clicking here.
About Me: I am dedicated to helping individuals and businesses unlock their true potential through expert coaching and training programs. I'm passionate ab
Popular Podcasts
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Special Summer Offer: Exclusively on Apple Podcasts, try our Dateline Premium subscription completely free for one month! With Dateline Premium, you get every episode ad-free plus exclusive bonus content.
The Breakfast Club
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.