Somebody Kill the Good Idea Fairy

Episode Description: Let’s Kill the Good Idea Fairy

Welcome back to the show! Today’s episode wasn’t the one we originally planned, but sometimes life—and the Good Idea Fairy—has other ideas.

Over the weekend, I had an unexpected encounter with the Good Idea Fairy, that charming, mischievous figure who loves to pop up uninvited, promising shiny new opportunities and “can’t-miss” ideas. For me, it showed up on Facebook in the form of an irresistible ad. Before I knew it, I’d invested nearly $100 in a class that, while intriguing, didn’t align with my goals or my mission.

Sound familiar? The Good Idea Fairy is a master of distraction, whispering sweet nothings of innovation and creativity that can lead us astray. And while she’s not inherently bad—after all, innovation is born from good ideas—she becomes a problem when we let her take us off course, pulling us away from our purpose, our goals, and what truly matters.

In this episode, we’re hitting pause on our original plans to discuss why it’s so important to “kill the Good Idea Fairy,” or at least chain her to your mission. We’ll talk about:

• How good ideas, if unchecked, can derail your focus and lead to wasted resources.
• Why aligning every decision with your mission is the key to staying on track.
• Practical strategies to filter ideas, prioritize effectively, and create a culture of accountability.
• How to build the discipline to say no to distractions, even when they look like opportunities.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by competing priorities or tempted by every new tool, trend, or strategy that comes their way. By the end, you’ll learn how to filter out the noise, stay mission-focused, and execute the right ideas—the ones that truly move the needle.

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