In this episode, we discuss a refreshing new view of productivity that differs greatly from the hustle and grind culture – one that includes balance and purpose. Michael Mehlberg is a family man, entrepreneur, business professional, fitness nut, organization freak, productivity junkie and Amazon bestselling author of Home Early: Destroy Distraction, Become Powerfully Productive, and Finish Work Before Dinner. His self-improvement articles have been featured on prominent websites such as Hubspot, TechRepublic, Optimal Living Daily, and The Startup. In this episode, we discuss: ·      How having children changed his routine, priorities, and inspired him to find ways to be more productive so he could maintain some of his hobbies, passions, and side hustles. ·      A more practical way to view purpose and incorporate it into your life. ·      The power of yearly mantras to keep focused on your bigger picture priorities. ·      The importance of embracing the individuality component of productivity and finding what works for you. ·      Finding the balance between focus and flexibility. ·      Why it’s important to consistently review what’s working and what isn’t to ensure we stay on track but also pivot when necessary. ·      How finding work-life balance is the most productive way to live your life. You can find and follow Michael here: MichaelMehlberg.com Instagram: @michael.mehlberg Facebook: @michael.j.mehlberg Twitter: @mmehlberg Buy his book – Home Early: Destroy Distraction, Become Powerfully Productive, and Finish Work Before Dinner SHOP CLEAN products with DISCOUNTS in my SHOP! Please SUBSCRIBE, SHARE, RATE, and REVIEW the podcast! Follow the podcast on Instagram @TheBetterYouPodcast or Facebook @TheBetterYouPodcast. And you can email the podcast at [email protected] Follow me on all the socials: Instagram @kaciemain_writes, Facebook @kaciemain.write, or Twitter @kaciemain_write. Find my book – I Gave Up Men for Lent, the story of a jaded, hopelessly romantic, health-conscious party girl’s search for meaning – on Amazon, Kindle, and Audible. And for everything else you want to know about me, visit my website at www.kaciemain.com     Some links are Affiliate links.