Perfect-ish: Time Management for Your Beautifully Imperfect Life

Kali Brigham
Perfect-ish:  Time Management for Your Beautifully Imperfect Life

If you’re an ambitious, purpose-driven woman who refuses to let burnout or overwhelm hold you back, mastering time management isn’t just a nice idea—it’s essential. You don’t need a flawless system or a perfect routine. What you need is a way to perfect one thing at a time, while focusing on sustainable productivity, balance, and purpose. This is where intentional time management meets ambition, clarity, and self-care. This podcast is your go-to guide for creating a life where you’re at the top of your game without sacrificing your well-being. Every Tuesday, a new episode of Perfect-ish drops. This weekly podcast is a mix of solo episodes and insightful guest conversations, packed with practical strategies, expert advice, and real-life experiences. Whether you’re a mom, a business owner, a creative, or someone navigating corporate life—you deserve a system that works for your unique season, rhythm, and aspirations. Let’s get practical and intentional with time—not just managing it but aligning it with your values, goals, and self-care. Here’s what we’ll explore together 1. Mastering Your Priorities and Time Allocation. Learn how to prioritize your non-negotiable tasks, personal growth, and work commitments so that you’re dedicating time to things that truly matter. When you’re clear on your priorities, your calendar becomes a reflection of what you truly value—not what you feel obligated to do. 2. Setting Time Boundaries That Actually Work. Setting boundaries isn’t just about saying no; it’s about saying yes to what fuels you, energizes you, and aligns with your purpose. Whether it’s family time, self-care rituals, or focused work blocks, we’ll strategize how to protect your time fiercely but gracefully. 3. Effortless Planning and Time Optimization Strategies. Discover how to streamline your weekly planning, meal planning, grocery orders, and professional workflows with strategies that save time, reduce mental clutter, and create clear action steps. You’ll learn time optimization hacks to help you work smarter, not harder. 4. Sustainable Productivity Habits Without Burnout. We’ll discuss habits and routines that build consistent, long-term progress without burning out. It’s about finding a rhythm that grows your business, strengthens your relationships, and nurtures your inner world. This means balancing work, rest, social time, and personal growth with mindful intention. 5. Reclaiming Margin: Time for You, Time for What Matters. True time management isn’t just about productivity; it’s about margin. We’ll explore how to create time for self-care, reflection, creative pursuits, and spontaneity. Let’s build time buffers that prevent overwhelm and allow space for what truly feeds your heart and mind. 6. Perfect-ish, Not Perfect: Embracing Progress Over Perfection. Let’s stop chasing the illusion of perfection and instead focus on progress, small wins, and sustainable change. We’ll talk about creating a “done-it” list instead of a never-ending to-do list, celebrating progress, and showing up consistently—even if it’s not perfectly polished. With expert interviews, actionable insights, real-life strategies, and reflections, we’ll work together to help you create a system that prioritizes clarity, purpose, balance, and time alignment—not just for your business, but for your personal growth, relationships, and well-being. This isn’t about squeezing every minute out of your day—it’s about making every moment count, with intention, purpose, and self-respect. Let’s move beyond managing time and start mastering it with intention, focus, and a commitment to a perfectly imperfect life that’s aligned with your ambitions and your heart. So mark your calendar: every Tuesday, a new episode of Perfect-ish will drop, bringing you practical strategies, insightful conversations, and a supportive community dedicated to helping you stay focused, intentional

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    94 | Social Media Simplified: How to Take Time to Build Community, Not Just Followers with Maura Postlethwait

    📅 Ready to take control of your time? Click here to schedule a free call and see if time management coaching is right for you! 📱I see you (probably because we are social media friends, right?) You’ve got a lot on your plate—work, family, dreams—and now you’re supposed to conquer the social media world too? Listen, I get it. That’s why I couldn’t wait to bring on Maura Postlethwait, founder of Social with Maura, to share her no-nonsense tips for showing up online without the overwhelm.   In this episode, we’re stopping the mindless scroll and keeping it real. Maura’s a former hospitality pro who turned her passion for authentic connection into a thriving social media strategy business. She’s spilling all the tea -- actually in her case, the wine! She even shares how being diagnosed with celiac disease in college led her to where she is today.  What a story.   She shines a virtual light on:  🎯 Why Your "Why" Matters: How Maura made the leap from events and hospitality to building a personal brand—and how you can too.💬 Authenticity on Repeat: Simple ways to show up as your true self which has nothing to do with a perfectly posed photo.🔥 Boundaries are Best: Her best tips for avoiding burnout while staying connected to your audience.🤝 Community Over Clout: Why engagement beats follower counts every time, and how to grow an audience that actually cares about what you have to say.   And as a bonus, you’ll hear the hilarious backstory of how to actually pronounce her name—it’s a conversation starter on its own! If you’re ready to simplify your social media strategy, connect with your audience in meaningful ways, and maybe even enjoy being online again, press play. This episode will get you inspired, and Maura’s DMs are always open for more questions.   Connect with Maura: On Social: Social with Maura IG   ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the PERFECT-ish Podcast Community: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant Facebook family. ------------- 💸 Ready to make FINANCES FUN?!  Or at least feel FREEDOM with them? Get 10% off the Budget Besties Simplified Budget System HERE -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Perfect-ish Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @perfectishpodcast

    46 min
  2. JAN 21

    93 | The Habit Lab: How to Have Structure Without Shame and Build Healthy Habits That Last with Jenna Zint

    📅 Ready to take control of your time? Click here to schedule a free call and see if time management coaching is right for you! 💡Have you already fallen off the "habit wagon" for the New Year?  Are you thinking you'll just wait til next Monday or next month or even NEXT year to finally get your life together? Do you ever feel stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle when trying to build better habits? Or maybe you’ve written off change entirely because it feels too overwhelming? You’re not alone—and this week, I’m joined by Jenna Zint, founder of The Habit Lab, to show us a better way.   Jenna’s journey from running an Etsy shop to becoming a sought-after habit and life coach is filled with tough lessons, transformative growth, and a deep reliance on faith. In this episode, she unpacks the science of habits and offers a fresh, guilt-free approach to lasting change.   💡 What You’ll Learn: Why habits aren’t about perfection—they’re about investing in yourself. How to start OFFENSIVELY small and build from there. The importance of anchoring your habits to specific times.  Whenever is ... never! Why habits are an antidote to your biggest pain points. How inviting the Holy Spirit into your process can lead to surprising growth. How to not feel boxed in when it comes to the idea of habits Jenna challenges the all-or-nothing mindset and reframes habits as investments that grow over time. She also shares a brilliant analogy: think of your habits not as a rigid box, but as a trellis supporting your life’s growth. Whether you’re looking to create meaningful structure in your day or simply master the art of starting small, this episode will inspire you to rethink the way you approach change.  You might even come to love it! 🎧 Press play now to discover how small habits can lead to big transformation.     Connect with Jenna:  Online: pillar.io/jennazint+ download her FREE habit tracker On Social: @jennazint On Apple Podcasts: The Habit Lab     ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the PERFECT-ish Podcast Community: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant Facebook family. ------------- 💸 Ready to make FINANCES FUN?!  Or at least feel FREEDOM with them? Get 10% off the Budget Besties Simplified Budget System HERE -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Perfect-ish Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @perfectishpodcast

    44 min
  3. JAN 14

    92 | The Budget Besties are Back! Start the Year with Smart Money Management because Finances can be Fun

    📅 Ready to take control of your time? Click here to schedule a free call and see if time management coaching is right for you! 💰 click HERE for their Simplified Budget System so you can be BOUGIE on a BUDGET and get $20 off!   The Budget Besties: Vanessa and Shana are BAAAAACK  -- and better than ever.  Ever feel like you make good money but somehow have nothing to show for it? You're not alone. And that's why we brought back the Budget Besties. They’re here to break down the shame, ditch the drama, and show us all how to fund our futures with a simple, sustainable budget system that actually works.   Spoiler alert: this isn’t about depriving yourself or penny-pinching—it’s about permission to spend without the anxiety. These two are on a mission to help you take control of your finances with data, not drama. Because when you manage your money well, you don’t just free up your bank account—you free up your mind AND your time.   Whether you’re starting 2025 with big financial goals or just trying to get through January without hyperventilating over holiday debt, this episode is for you. Their system is simple, their advice is gold, and their approach will leave you wondering why you didn’t start this years ago.   Ready to stop wondering where your money went and start telling it where to go? Press play—you won’t regret it! Plus you'll know why NEXT Christmas, the Perfect-ish community and Budget Besties will be winking and nodding to each other as we shop til we drop with our Christmas cash!   Connect with the Budget Besties: Online: www.budgetbesties.com On Social: Instagram  and  Facebook ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the PERFECT-ish Podcast Community: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant Facebook family. ------------- 💸 Ready to make FINANCES FUN?!  Or at least feel FREEDOM with them? Get 10% off the Budget Besties Simplified Budget System HERE -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Perfect-ish Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @perfectishpodcast

    37 min
  4. JAN 7

    91 | It's the Perfect-ish TIME for Your Word of the Year 2025

    📅 Ready to take control of your time? Click here to schedule a free call and see if time management coaching is right for you! 🎨 Download your free canva Word of the Year template HERE ✨ Order your custom Word of the Year bracelet HERE  Use code Perfectish20 for 20% off    Welcome to Season 2—and welcome to Perfect-ish: Time Management for Your Beautifully Imperfect Life! Yes, you’re in the right place—Tick Talk has a fresh new vibe, but we’re still all about helping ambitious women like you stay at the top of your game without burnout or guilt.  New name and new content -but same ole great podcast you're used to.   Let’s kick off this new season with an episode that sets the tone for 2025: finding your Word of the Year. Forget the pressure of resolutions that never stick—this one little thing can be your compass for how and when and where you spend your precious time.    In this episode:✨ Why a Word of the Year isn't weird or woo-woo - instead it's your secret weapon for an intentional, joyful 2025.✨ Simple tips to help you discover a word that feels perfectly aligned with your season of life.  You never know.. it might even come to you when you're brushing your teeth!✨ Creative ways to keep your word front and center all year long (think bracelets, printables, wine markers on mirrors and more!). 🎁 Links You Need: Grab your Word of the Year bracelet from my favorite Etsy shop with 20% off HERE Download my free Canva printable to display your word beautifully HERE Spoiler alert: My word for 2025? Perfect-ish. Ha - that was obvious wasn't it? Why did I choose it? Because progress over perfection is my superpower—and it can be yours too. So, are you ready to kick start the year and leave the pressure behind? Let’s find your word together... TODAY! (Funny - TODAY was my word of the year about 8 years ago! It's a good one if you need one 😉     ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the PERFECT-ish Podcast Community: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant Facebook family. ------------- 💸 Ready to make FINANCES FUN?!  Or at least feel FREEDOM with them? Get 10% off the Budget Besties Simplified Budget System HERE -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Perfect-ish Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @perfectishpodcast

    27 min
  5. JAN 6

    90 | BONUS: From Tick Talk to Perfect-ish: Time Management Gets A New Name!

    📅 Ready to take control of your time? Click here to schedule a free call and see if time management coaching is right for you! 🎨 My hubby and I painted "The Yellow House" slate gray/blue during the pandemic.  It may have gotten a facelift, but no matter what, it will always be the yellow house. And guess what? The same goes for this podcast. Tick Talk now has a new name, a fresh coat of paint, and a clearer mission—but at its heart, it’s still the same space you’ve loved.   Welcome to Perfect-ish: Time Management for Your Beautifully Imperfect Life. This isn’t just a name change; it’s a declaration. It’s about embracing progress over perfection, aligning your time with what truly matters, and ditching the burnout and guilt that come with doing all the things.   In this bonus episode, I’m spilling all the details:✨ How the rebrand came to me on a walk (spoiler: it wasn’t perfect, but it was perfect-ish).✨ Why this podcast is leveling up to meet your needs as a busy, ambitious woman.✨ What you can expect in this new season—including fresh content, amazing guests, and my favorite traditions (hello, Word of the Year!). This is the same podcast you’ve come to love—but brighter, bolder, and perfectly imperfect. Press play and let’s dive into this exciting new chapter together!   ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the PERFECT-ish Podcast Community: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant Facebook family. ------------- 💸 Ready to make FINANCES FUN?!  Or at least feel FREEDOM with them? Get 10% off the Budget Besties Simplified Budget System HERE -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Perfect-ish Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @perfectishpodcast

    19 min
  6. 12/17/2024

    89 | Own your 2025. How to Start Small Habits Now so You're Clear for the New Year

    ✨ New Year, Fresh Start... Starts NOW!✨Tired of resolutions that don’t stick? Let’s skip the guilt and start 2025 with clarity and intention. In this episode, we will walk (or skip or even sashay - my fave!) through reflecting on your year, leaving behind what doesn’t serve you, and setting realistic, meaningful goals for the months ahead.  You're going to especially love the story of Maddy and Braeden and the "hill". 🎧 Press play to learn how to: Leave behind the time-wasters of 2024 but also appreciate the wins and progress you've made Set boundaries that protect your time and energy-- it all starts with a feeling Embrace a fresh, focused vision for the new year-- and you can actually start NOW - no need to wait til New Year's Day Ready to own your time in 2025? Let’s make it happen—one intentional step (skip/sashay!) at a time. 💪   ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the Tick Talk Tribe: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant community on Facebook. ------------- 💸 Ready to make FINANCES FUN?!  Or at least feel FREEDOM with them? Get 10% off the Budget Besties Simplified Budget System HERE -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Tick Talk Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @theticktalkpod

    24 min
  7. 12/10/2024

    88 | Tis the Season to be Simple. How to Trim your To-Do List and Prioritize Peace (on Earth!)

    🎁The holidays are supposed to be magical, right? But instead of feeling joy, do you find yourself getting sapped by massive lists, endless shopping trips, and more fun than can fit down the chimney? If the season feels more like a sprint to survive than a time to thrive...let's talk Trimming your To-Do List.   What if you could let go of the overwhelm, the unrealistic expectations, and the pressure to do it all? In this episode, we’ll uncover the secrets to simplifying your holiday season in ways that don’t just check the boxes (speaking of those - have you started to wrap presents yet? SEE - it IS time to SIMPLIFY!)   You’ll learn how to:🎁 Streamline your holiday to-do list without sacrificing the things that matter.✨ Transform gift-giving from stressful to soulful with ideas that fit your values (and budget).🛋️ Declutter your physical and mental space so you can breathe easier.🎄 Prioritize traditions that bring joy, not just obligation.  If you've never heard of a RAK - get ready! This isn’t about doing less just to do less—it’s about making space for what truly matters. Because this holiday season, you deserve to feel present, peaceful, and connected. Ready to let go of the chaos and embrace a season that actually feels good? Press play, and let’s simplify together. ------------ Want to give to support building a church globally with The Timothy Initiative?  Click HERE ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the Tick Talk Tribe: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant community on Facebook. -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Tick Talk Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @theticktalkpod

    22 min
  8. 12/03/2024

    87 | From Hustle to Harmony: 4 Ways to De-Stress Your December

    ☃️Feeling like the holidays are less “holly jolly” and more “hustle and hurry”? You’re not alone. Between endless to-do lists, packed calendars, and the pressure to make everything picture-perfect, December can feel anything but peaceful.   But what if this year could be different? What if you could find calm amid the chaos? I am convinced that with a little attention to it (don't worry - this won't take long!) that we can find at least one Silent Night this month.     In this episode, we’re chatting practical and actionable ways to de-stress your December, so you can actually enjoy the holidays.   Here’s what we’ll cover: 🎄 The Time Blocking Strategy: Why trying to fit everything in doesn’t work—and how holiday time blocking gives you the freedom to focus on what matters most this season. ✨ Self-Care Rituals to Manage Stress: Not JUST face masks and bubble baths (although I can use one of those right about now - can't you?), but simple, intentional practices to calm your mind and bring peace to the holiday chaos.  Imagine - 3 minutes to yourself every morning and every night - it's possible! ⏳ Creating a Support System: Why building a team of helpers—whether it’s family, friends, or hired hands—can transform your to-do list from “impossible” to “manageable." 🤝 A Weekly “Holiday Wind-Down” Ritual: The secret to avoiding burnout before the year ends—how carving out time for yourself every Sunday night will help you recharge and actually enjoy the holidays... especially since we don't plan on Sundays any more!   This isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing less, better. If you’re ready to reclaim the joy of the season and ditch the overwhelm, this episode is for you.   Press play and let’s make this a December to remember—for all the right reasons.     ------------ Be sure to get your FREE BRAIN DRAIN and WEEKLY PLAN SHEET printable HERE -------------  Join the Tick Talk Tribe: Click HERE to become part of our vibrant community on Facebook. -------------  Tune In--- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you find value in this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and share the Tick Talk Podcast. Help us spread the wisdom of intentional time mastery. ------------- Check out more about Kali: www.kalibrigham.com Let's chat: hello@kalibrigham.com DM on IG: @kali.brigham or @theticktalkpod

    23 min
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If you’re an ambitious, purpose-driven woman who refuses to let burnout or overwhelm hold you back, mastering time management isn’t just a nice idea—it’s essential. You don’t need a flawless system or a perfect routine. What you need is a way to perfect one thing at a time, while focusing on sustainable productivity, balance, and purpose. This is where intentional time management meets ambition, clarity, and self-care. This podcast is your go-to guide for creating a life where you’re at the top of your game without sacrificing your well-being. Every Tuesday, a new episode of Perfect-ish drops. This weekly podcast is a mix of solo episodes and insightful guest conversations, packed with practical strategies, expert advice, and real-life experiences. Whether you’re a mom, a business owner, a creative, or someone navigating corporate life—you deserve a system that works for your unique season, rhythm, and aspirations. Let’s get practical and intentional with time—not just managing it but aligning it with your values, goals, and self-care. Here’s what we’ll explore together 1. Mastering Your Priorities and Time Allocation. Learn how to prioritize your non-negotiable tasks, personal growth, and work commitments so that you’re dedicating time to things that truly matter. When you’re clear on your priorities, your calendar becomes a reflection of what you truly value—not what you feel obligated to do. 2. Setting Time Boundaries That Actually Work. Setting boundaries isn’t just about saying no; it’s about saying yes to what fuels you, energizes you, and aligns with your purpose. Whether it’s family time, self-care rituals, or focused work blocks, we’ll strategize how to protect your time fiercely but gracefully. 3. Effortless Planning and Time Optimization Strategies. Discover how to streamline your weekly planning, meal planning, grocery orders, and professional workflows with strategies that save time, reduce mental clutter, and create clear action steps. You’ll learn time optimization hacks to help you work smarter, not harder. 4. Sustainable Productivity Habits Without Burnout. We’ll discuss habits and routines that build consistent, long-term progress without burning out. It’s about finding a rhythm that grows your business, strengthens your relationships, and nurtures your inner world. This means balancing work, rest, social time, and personal growth with mindful intention. 5. Reclaiming Margin: Time for You, Time for What Matters. True time management isn’t just about productivity; it’s about margin. We’ll explore how to create time for self-care, reflection, creative pursuits, and spontaneity. Let’s build time buffers that prevent overwhelm and allow space for what truly feeds your heart and mind. 6. Perfect-ish, Not Perfect: Embracing Progress Over Perfection. Let’s stop chasing the illusion of perfection and instead focus on progress, small wins, and sustainable change. We’ll talk about creating a “done-it” list instead of a never-ending to-do list, celebrating progress, and showing up consistently—even if it’s not perfectly polished. With expert interviews, actionable insights, real-life strategies, and reflections, we’ll work together to help you create a system that prioritizes clarity, purpose, balance, and time alignment—not just for your business, but for your personal growth, relationships, and well-being. This isn’t about squeezing every minute out of your day—it’s about making every moment count, with intention, purpose, and self-respect. Let’s move beyond managing time and start mastering it with intention, focus, and a commitment to a perfectly imperfect life that’s aligned with your ambitions and your heart. So mark your calendar: every Tuesday, a new episode of Perfect-ish will drop, bringing you practical strategies, insightful conversations, and a supportive community dedicated to helping you stay focused, intentional

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