Episode 51
Management for Dreamers: Turn Big Vision Into Real Results
Hey Dreamer ✨,
If your head is full of big ideas but your projects are always stuck at 92%, this episode is for you!
Today, we are getting real about why visionaries like us struggle to finish what we start (hint: it’s not laziness!), and we share spicy, practical tips to help you turn dreams into done. From breaking big visions into bite-sized tasks, to using tools like ClickUp and the Notes app, to the magic of time-blocking and the power of rest, we’ve got you covered.
So grab your planner (or your phone), and let’s get those ideas out of your head and into the world. Your dreams deserve to shine!
xo,
Kishshana & Maria
Tune in to hear:
- How to break big, dreamy ideas into bite-sized, actionable steps (and actually finish them)
- How to use simple tools and routines to keep your projects—and yourself—on track
- How to build in rest, support, and accountability so your vision doesn’t burn you out
Episode Overview
- (00:00) Welcome & Meet the Visionaries
- (00:20) The Visionary’s Dilemma: Why Big Ideas Get Stuck
- (06:20) Procrastination, Perfectionism & Fear of Failure
- (11:00) The Emotional Toll: Guilt, Imposter Syndrome & Team Impact
- (21:00) Building a Framework: Breaking Down Big Dreams
- (24:50) The Power of Writing It Down & Using Support Systems
- (31:00) Lists, Timelines & Embracing Structure
- (34:30) Deadlines, “Less is More,” and Avoiding Overwhelm
- (39:15) Accountability, Delegation & Finding Your Team
- (42:44) Recap: Steps to Bridge Vision and Execution
- (46:00) Tools & Tactics: ClickUp, Notes App, and Time-Blocking
- (53:59) Minimalist Approaches & Daily Routines
- (58:25) The Importance of Rest, Self-Care & Energy Management
- (1:01:47) Types of Rest: Spiritual, Emotional, and Mentorship
- (1:04:00) Final Nuggets, Encouragement & Sign-Off
Powerful Quotes
"People have dreams on dreams, on dreams, but making them real is a whole other story." - Kishshana
"Vision without execution is hallucination." - Maria
"Break it down, then break it down again." - Kishshana
"Your dream deserves a good, sturdy bridge, not a rickety rope." - Kishshana
"If it never finishes, it never flopped." - Maria
"Discipline is freedom. Structure isn’t stifling, it’s supportive." - Maria
"Lists made me feel better, but I wasn’t doing anything with the list." - Kishshana
"Don’t be afraid to ask for help or delegate parts of your vision." - Kishshana
"More can be the enemy of done." - Maria
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