9 | The #1 Way You Are Wasting Time in Your Life and Business (And What to Do Instead)

Do you feel like you’re working hard but not getting anywhere in your business or homeschool life? Chances are, overplanning without execution is stealing your time and leaving you overwhelmed.

In this episode, I share how I broke free from the trap of overplanning and learned to focus on what truly matters. You’ll hear:

• Why overplanning feels productive but actually isn’t.
• How to simplify your planning process and stick to what’s essential.
• My 15-minute weekly planning method to keep your week clear and manageable.
• The exact ChatGPT prompt I use to create a flexible schedule that works for my homeschool and business.

Whether you’re a detailed planner or someone who avoids planning altogether, this system will help you move the needle forward in your life and business—without the overwhelm.

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1. ChatGPT Prompt for Weekly Scheduling
   Use this prompt to create your flexible weekly schedule:

   "This is the week of [insert dates]. I’ll be working [insert working hours]. I’ll be homeschooling from [insert homeschooling hours], but I can do tasks like [list tasks you can do while homeschooling]. Here are my appointments and tasks for the week. Write me a realistic schedule I can follow, including my top three goals for each day and a task list for each goal."

2. How to Create a Free ChatGPT Account
   To get started with ChatGPT, visit OpenAI’s website. Sign up for a free account using your email, Google, or Microsoft login. While the free version works great, I recommend upgrading to ChatGPT Plus for $20/month to unlock faster responses and advanced features.

Try my simplified planning method this week, and let me know how it works for you! Message me on Instagram or email me with your experience—or even better, share any improvements you’ve made to the system. I’d love to hear from you!

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Welcome to Homeschool Moms in Business – Your Resource for Balancing Homeschooling and Entrepreneurship!

Are you a homeschooling mom who dreams of running a successful business without sacrificing family priorities? This podcast is here to support you with actionable guidance, efficient strategies, and insights into managing both business and home life smoothly

Do you struggle with:

• Time management as a homeschooling mom running a business? Find practical advice to help you organize your schedule and make the most of your time.

• Balancing homeschooling and entrepreneurship? Discover strategies for creating harmony between teaching your kids and building your business.

• Finding organizational tools that fit a homeschool mompreneur’s needs? Explore tools and templates that simplify both your homeschooling and business planning.

• Creating a business plan with limited time as a homeschooling parent? Learn how to design a business plan that aligns with your unique schedule.

• Setting up efficient systems for managing a home-based business while homeschooling? Find out how to streamline both home and business tasks.

• Knowing where to start with your business as a homeschooling mom? Get inspired with actionable, step-by-step guidance to move from idea to implementation.

• Staying productive while juggling homeschooling and business tasks? Try simple, effective productivity hacks to stay focused amid a busy household.

If you nodded your head to any of these questions, this podcast is for you.

Each episode blends real-life examples, step-by-step guides, and encouragement from Samantha’s own journey. Tune in for practical strategies and advice that help you build a business and homeschooling lifestyle that fit together seamlessly.