The Queen of Automation

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Optimize your business operations. Tune in to hear how we help founders & business owners build simple, streamlined systems & digital experience operations that scale.

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    Episode #64 Make Gmail, Slack, and Google Calendar Shut the Hell Up

    This episode is all about getting your time and focus back without adding another tool to your stack. I’m walking you through three simple switches you can flip inside Gmail, Google Calendar, and Slack that will instantly cut down distractions and stop the nonstop notification chaos. These aren’t hacks. They’re built-in features most people don’t even know exist. I’m showing you how to train your existing systems to actually support deep work instead of interrupting it every five minutes. You’ll hear exactly how I set up my own tools to stay in flow, stay on task, and stop the swirl of context switching that wrecks productivity. If your brain’s been feeling fried by 10am or you’re constantly pulled in a hundred directions before lunch, this episode is for you. We’re not adding more. We’re turning down the noise. I promise, fewer pings, more done.

    8 min

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    Episode #63 - Work 100 Hours a Week at Apple… or Build Systems That Work for You? Jon Chose Both

    In the latest episode of The Queen of Automation, I sat down with Jon Weiskopf, a brilliant former Apple engineer turned real estate investor who’s building an empire by rethinking everything we thought we knew about the industry. His journey from racing lawnmowers in Pennsylvania to running global engineering projects for Apple is wild enough. But what’s even more powerful is how he walked away from all of it to reclaim his time, rebuild his purpose, and build a business on his terms. We talked about burnout, ambition, and the myth of work-life balance, especially when you're used to high-performance environments like Silicon Valley. Jon got brutally honest about the toll of 100-hour workweeks, parenting during a pandemic, and the shift that happened when he realized he’d spent 20 years building real estate but never owning any of it. That moment changed everything. What really stood out in our conversation was Jon’s ability to blend hardcore engineering thinking with practical entrepreneurship. He’s building systems and processes for his real estate business that pull directly from his time leading projects at Apple. Except now, he’s the boss. We dug into why owning your time is the real currency, and how automation, operational clarity, and delegation are the tools every entrepreneur needs to build sustainably. This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a “successful” career that no longer fits. Jon’s story is proof that it’s never too late to pivot. Sometimes your biggest leap comes right after you burn it all down and start again, smarter, simpler, and on your own damn terms. Connect with Jon on LinkedIn to follow his journey and get inspired by the systems he's building from the ground up.

    34 min

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    Chronically Automated - Episode #17 No Dopamine, No Problem: Systems That Work Anyway

    In the latest episode of Chronically Automated, Anthony and I basically turned a chaotic morning into content therapy. I forgot my own intro, my kid had a dentist emergency, dopamine was at zero, and that’s exactly why this conversation needed to happen. We ended up talking about what it’s really like trying to run a business when your brain isn't cooperating. Like how when dopamine drops, everything feels harder, slower, and less worth doing. Even the systems I usually love felt heavy, until we started laughing about it, which somehow brought my brain back online. We talked about how hard it is to stay consistent when your neurodiverse brain just decides “nope.” And how automation, when it’s built right, can actually carry you through those crashes. Not the fake productivity hacks or robot cold-callers, but real systems that give you breathing room when you need it most. I even joked about building Anthony a “Lobo Dialer”, which, let’s be honest, I could do, but I won’t, because sales should still feel human. Just like ops should feel fun. And it actually can, when you build it around how your brain really works, not how it’s “supposed to.” If your brain’s ever betrayed you mid-launch, mid-project, or mid-conversation, this one’s for you. The chaos is real, but so is the magic when you stop fighting it and start designing around it. Go listen. It’s the most honest conversation I’ve had in a while, and if nothing else, it might make you feel a little less broken.

    26 min

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    Chronically Automated - Episode #16 Automation Isn’t Optional When Your Body Says No

    This episode of Chronically Automated hit hard in all the right ways. Anthony and I dove into one of the most misunderstood and misapplied tools in the entrepreneurial toolbox: the morning routine. But this wasn’t your typical "5 AM club" nonsense. We unpacked why traditional morning routines just don’t work for founders, solo entrepreneurs, and especially those of us navigating chronic illness, neurodivergence, or shifting mental/physical baselines. Spoiler alert: rigid systems don’t serve fluctuating realities. What we actually need? Flexible frameworks and reset rituals that change with our energy, not fight against it. Anthony brought the with his lived experience. From sales pressures to managing MS flare-ups as the weather cools, his daily reality is a masterclass in resilience. He shared how he structures his mornings using AI, seasonal tracking, and customized templates for “foggy,” “crisis,” “focus,” and “low-energy” days, yes, real automation meets real life. We even talked through how founders can pre-build sales flows, onboarding systems, and energy-specific workflows before you crash, not after. Build for the bad days. Always. We also tied this episode back to our last one (which has been blowing up, by the way) on layoffs and AI-driven job loss. If you missed that one, go queue it up. People are still DM’ing us about the Salesforce cuts and how it hit home. Automation is happening whether you like it or not, this episode shows you how to use it on your terms. Oh, and one more thing, this is your reminder that Anthony isn’t just my cohost. He’s a damn blueprint for what it looks like to build a life and business that fits you, not the other way around. Go listen. Reframe your mornings. Reclaim your time.

    33 min

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    Episode #62 - Cool Is Not a KPI: Stop Buying Useless Software

    You don’t have a tech stack. You have a graveyard of good intentions. You keep signing up for new tools thinking this one will fix the chaos, but all you’re doing is layering bandaids over bad decisions and calling it “streamlining.” You’re wasting time, energy, and money on software that looks good but does nothing. And you know it. In this quick and dirty episode of The Queen of Automation, I’m breaking down the exact 3-question filter I use to shut down shiny object syndrome before it costs you another dime. I’ll teach you how to run napkin ROI math in under a minute, kill distractions in your tech stack, and stop confusing “cool features” with actual outcomes. This is your wake-up call.

    12 min

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    Chronically Automated - Episode #16 You Can’t Compete With AI. So Here’s How You Beat It.

    In the latest episode of Chronically Automated, Anthony and I had a really honest conversation about what it actually means when people start losing their jobs to AI. This wasn’t hypothetical or clickbait. We’re talking about 4,000 real people laid off from Salesforce because their AI platform is now handling over half of their customer service work. Same output, fewer humans. That’s the new reality. We talked about what it feels like to face the idea of being replaced, especially when your value has always been tied to speed, accuracy, or availability, things AI is built to outperform. And we looked at the flipside too. Because if you’ve ever had to adapt, work differently, or figure things out on your own, you’re already ahead. You’re already thinking the way AI wants to be supported. Anthony and I both come from that kind of mindset. We’re not afraid of AI. We’re embracing it. It helps us move faster and think bigger, but we also know it’s not going away, and ignoring it won’t save anyone’s job. What will make a difference is learning how to work with it, how to guide it, how to become the person who improves it. I also introduced something I’m really excited about. We’ve opened up a free community called Displaced by AI. It’s a space for anyone who’s already been affected by automation, or feels like the clock is ticking. Whether you’re overwhelmed, skeptical, or just trying to figure out where you fit, this is a place to start learning and connecting. No pressure, no tech jargon, just real people navigating a huge shift together. This episode wasn’t just strategy, it was personal. There were moments where we had to pause and really sit with what this all means. But there was also hope, because once you understand what’s happening, you can start to take control. And that’s where all the power is. If you’re wondering how to stay relevant, how to adapt, or how to rebuild in the middle of all this change, I hope you’ll give it a listen. This is just the beginning.

    32 min

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    Episode #61 - Stop Posting, Start Operating: Real Talk with Kevin Brunnock

    On the latest episode of The Queen of Automation, I sat down with Kevin Brunnock, a real estate professional redefining how client connection and content intersect in one of the toughest markets in the world, New York City. Kevin operates out of Manhattan as part of R New York, a fast-growing, family-run brokerage known for delivering high-touch service combined with sophisticated market strategy. He specializes in helping both buyers and sellers of condos, co-ops, townhouses, and multi-family investments align with their financial goals, whether that means optimizing cap rates, boosting cash-on-cash returns, or navigating value-driven residential transactions In our conversation, we dove into what it takes to run a real estate business in NYC, from navigating compact spaces and massive price tags to the power of authentic content. Kevin doesn’t rely on high production, he’s building stories with just a selfie stick and his phone. He brings viewers into the soul of a building, the rhythm of a block, those little slices of NYC that make each listing feel lived-in and real. That authenticity becomes credibility. That credibility builds business. We also explored how agents can rise above the noise by turning consistency, creativity, and realness into competitive advantage. For Kevin, social media isn’t a strategy, it’s the delivery system. The strategy is connection. Whether you’re in real estate, service-based business, or building a personal brand, there’s something here you can use today. Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn. He’s someone who knows the numbers, and knows how to make real estate feel unmistakably human.

    31 min

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    Chronically Automated - Episode #15 - The Unsexy Truth About Automation and Mental Health

    In this episode of Chronically Automated, Anthony and I dive into something that’s way too familiar for a lot of entrepreneurs: those days when your body and brain just won’t cooperate, but your business still needs you to show up. I recorded this episode in real time, while hopped up on Claritin-D, Sudafed, and way too much espresso. My allergies were in full attack mode, my brain was foggy, and I felt completely out of it, but I showed up anyway. And that’s exactly what we talked about, how to know when to push through and when to let your systems take over so you can rest. Anthony shares how he navigates pain and medications while still leading and showing up for his business. We talk about how important it is to build systems that don’t just scale your work, but actually support your real life, especially on the days when everything feels like it’s falling apart. This isn’t a polished, pretty episode. It’s raw, a little chaotic, and 100 percent real. If you’ve ever had to lead through brain fog, burnout, chronic illness, or mental exhaustion, I see you. This one’s for you.

    32 min
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  • Creador
    Meghan Donnelly
  • Años de actividad
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodios
    81
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    © Copyright 2025 Meghan Donnelly
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