Focus on This
Episodes
Your Essential Year-End Reset
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 probably didn’t go according to plan—and that’s exactly why it’s worth paying attention to. In this episode, Marissa and Joel walk you th...
Do Less and Enjoy More During the Holidays
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays can feel like a sprint with a suitcase. Marissa and Joel show you how to lighten the load with four concrete moves: define non-negotiable...
The Gratitude Advantage
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we head into Thanksgiving (in the United States), Joel and Marissa get practical about gratitude—the tiny habit that expands your perspective, st...
Time Wasters Stealing Your Focus
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most stalled days aren’t about willpower—they’re about constant context-switching. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller break down the...
How To Protect Your Priorities Before The Holidays Hit
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Deadlines stack up. Daylight shrinks. Invitations multiply. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller show you how to defend what matters—at wo...
The Daily Big 3: Your Key to Sanity
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Long lists create stress and scattered effort. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller show how the Daily Big 3 turns overwhelm into progress. ...
The Double Win at Work and Home
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Work–life balance is a baseline—flourishing is the goal. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller unpack the evolved Double Win: 6 life-givi...
Winning Monday Starts on Sunday
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sunday scaries are real—but what if they don’t have to be? In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller show you exactly how to win every Monday...
Fall Reset: How to Recalibrate for Q4
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Q4 can feel like calendar compression—year-end deadlines, next-year planning, and nonstop personal commitments. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and J...
Focus is Your Superpower
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Focus on This is back with a brand-new season—and a brand-new co-host. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt welcomes Joel Miller, Chief Content Officer at...
Taking a Pause!
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 Questions to Level Up Your Next Quarter
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The first quarter of 2025 is almost over. Are you where you thought you’d be? Whether you’re ahead of schedule or feeling behind, now’s the perf...
Need to Pivot Your Goals? Here’s How
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We set goals—then life happens. So what do you do when you need to change course? In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire walk you through the...
Quitting: Why We Do It (And How to Stop)
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all been there—excited to chase a big goal, only to quit when things get hard. Why do we do it? And, more importantly, what can we do about ...
4 Questions for Your Ritual Refresh
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to stick to your daily rituals? You’re not alone. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire break down the four key rituals that set ...
Spring Clean Your Life
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all know how to declutter a closet—but what about decluttering our to-do lists, calendars, opportunities, and even relationships? In this episode...
10 Activities to Get Off Your Screens and Back to Real Life
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all love our devices—but let’s be real, they’re stealing more of our time and attention than we realize. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and K...
The Secret Sauce for Achieving Your 2025 Goals
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people have already abandoned their 2025 goals—but that doesn’t have to be you. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire reveal the four...
Setting and Achieving #RelationshipGoals
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships are one of the most important areas of life—but they rarely get the same level of attention and intentionality as work or health. In t...
Building a Balanced Life: 9 Domains You Need
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you building a life that feels balanced and fulfilling—or just busy? In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire explore the nine life domains...
3 Questions to Power Ongoing Growth
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire finish out the month with a simple, transformative strategy: reflecting on your week to drive growth. They break down thr...
Our Best Strategy for Living Less Stressed
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire are back in action for the new year! In this episode, they share their go-to strategy for reducing stress and achieving y...
3 Actions to Build Goal Momentum Today
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The first few weeks of the year are critical for building momentum toward your goals—but how do you make progress that lasts? In this solo episode, ...
How to Avoid 4 Common Goal Setting Mistakes
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The new year is here, and so is the opportunity to achieve your biggest goals. But too often, common mistakes hold us back. In this solo episode, host...
A Visualization for Dreaming Bigger
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Visualization can feel a bit “out there,” but it’s a secret weapon used by top athletes like Michael Phelps and LeBron James to focus on their f...
Time to Triage Your Calendar
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holiday season is here, and with it comes packed schedules and mounting demands. In this solo episode, host Marissa Hyatt shares her four-step fra...
10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before the New Year
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Focus on This, Marissa and Ken dive into 10 thought-provoking questions to help you reflect on the past year and prepare for an int...
End the Year Strong (And Set Yourself Up for Success in 2025)
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marissa and Ken discuss four powerful actions to help you finish the year strong and set the stage for a successful 2025. They’ll h...
What to Do When You Miss a Goal
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marissa and Ken dive into the universal experience of missing a goal, showing why even the most driven people face setbacks. They sha...
4 Reasons People Quit Their Goals
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marissa and Ken reveal the four most common reasons people abandon their goals and share strategies to overcome each one. They discus...
4 Fears Undermining Your Success
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Halloween-themed episode, Marissa and Ken explore the four fears that might be quietly undermining your success. They discuss why fear i...
3 Changes to Embrace This Autumn
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marissa and Ken explore the three key changes you need to embrace this autumn to end the year on a high note. To manage the end-of-ye...
Powering Your Goal Achievement with AI
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody’s talking about it—and in this episode, Ken and Marissa join the AI conversation, exploring how you can leverage AI to power your goal s...
4 Boundaries to Protect Your Priorities (and Improve Results)
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Boundaries might seem confining, but they are an indispensable tool for maximizing our contribution and stewarding our energy. After a brief hiatus, K...
3 Tips for Building Habits That Stick
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marissa Hyatt explores one of her favorite topics—habits! If you've struggled to make new habits stick, this episode is for you. Ma...
Do Less and Achieve More in Q4
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling overwhelmed with your to-do list heading into Q4 Marissa is solo today as she discusses strategies for achieving productivity and succ...
Summer Plans: How to Take a Break to Truly Recharge
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ready for a vacation that truly recharges you? Well, tune in as Marissa and Ken share with you how to plan a summer break that leaves you refreshed an...
The Ultimate Guide to Time Blocking: How to Create Your Ideal Week
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with constant interruptions, endless meetings, and finding time for deep, creative work? If so, this episode is your lifesaver! Today,...
5 ADHD-Friendly Tips for Sticking With Your Planner
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel overwhelmed by disorganization or like you’re not a "planner person"? Full Focus Planner Certified Pro Kristina Proctor joins us on this e...
One Planner For All Seasons: How One Planner User Conquered College, Career, and Entrepreneurship
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know your planner can be a time-traveling companion through different phases of life? Whether you're a student, an office worker, or a busines...
Avoid These 5 Mistakes To Crush Your Health Goals
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We chat about all sorts of goals on this podcast, from spending more time with family to earning a bit more cash. But let's face it, health goals are ...
Three Months Later: Our Three Planner Users Update Us On Their Big 2024 Goals
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Back in January, we spoke with three Full Focus Planner users about their biggest 2024 goals.As a reminder, Dustin's goal was to write his first book ...
7 Questions to Change Your Life
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It sounds big and bold, but it's true: In today's episode, Marissa and Ken share 7 questions that, if answered thoughtfully, could change the trajecto...
3 Habits to Optimize Your Health
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Full Focus is happy to announce that we're running a challenge for our community to help refocus ourselves on habits that will help us revitalize both...
Marissa & Ken Share Their Morning Routines
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to start your day on the right foot? In this episode, Marissa and Ken share their ideal morning routines, practical tips for creating ...
Let's Talk About Your Productivity Hacks
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ken asked his "fans" for some of their favorite productivity hacks. Today, Marissa and Ken discuss topics ranging from the power of ChatGPT for spread...
The Pranks Hustle Culture Plays On You
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ken and Nick get existential on an episode that was supposed to be about lighthearted "Productivity Pranks". While they do talk about the "pranks" of ...
Let's Do Our Quarterly Previews Together!
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the last Monday of Q1! You made it. Congratulations!This means that it's time to do your Quarterly Preview so you can start to look ahead to Q2.I...
What Happens When You Have Bailed On Your Goals?
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
RIP Hot Girl Winter. We hardly knew ye. Marissa talks about the unraveling of Hot Girl Winter and Ken discusses what went wrong with his family SOP. T...
How to Hack Your Google Calendar for Productivity
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes this podcast is about larger questions related to philosophy and values. Questions like "What do you want?" and "Who do you want to be?" And...
The Best Apps To Help You Be Productive in 2024
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here at Focus on This, we obviously love a paper planner. However, in our modern world, sometimes there is an app that can free up time in your day an...
Planner Hacks for the Next 10 Years
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Most people who listen to Focus on This are using some system to organize their days and to achieve the goals they've set for themselves. Today, Maris...
What Difference Does a Life Plan Actually Make? (Spoiler: It's more than you realize.)
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a first for Focus on This, Michael Hyatt AND Megan Hyatt Miller join the show today! Not only are they in-studio to welcome Ken into the Hyatt Fami...
How to Develop and Maintain Deep Relationships
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is absolutely for you even if you don't think it is.Even though this is a show about goal achievement and productivity, it's also a show ...
Want to be productive? You need to Life Plan. (Seriously.)
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As you know, the Full Focus Planner is built on the structure of the Daily Big 3, Weekly Big 3, Quarterly Goals, and Annual Goals. You take big ideas ...
Are You Setting The Right Goals For Yourself?
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're at the end of January and, for some of your goals, you might be hitting the messy middle. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with your "wh...
Three Planner Users Share Their Big 2024 Goals With Us
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 is in full swing and we wanted to check in on some of the wonderful members of the Full Focus Planner Community to see what big goals they have p...
How to Crush Your Goals in 2024
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're entering into the third week of 2024. You're already on your way to making real progress on the goals you set for the first quarter. While it mi...
How to Use Your Full Focus Planner to Maximize Your Goal Achievement
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we head into the second week of 2024, Marissa and Ken share some of the habits and resources that you should use in order to achieve your goals thi...
Kickstart 2024 with Marissa & Ken: Essential Planner Tips for a Successful Year
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 is finally here and we're ready to help make it your best year ever!No matter how far along you are on your goal-writing process, simply having g...
Christmas Morning with Marissa & Ken ❤︎
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Merry Christmas! With Christmas falling on a Monday, it is safe to assume that most people's routines are a bit jumbled this morning. So, rather than ...
Using an Annual Review to Power Your Way Into 2024
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shakespeare once said, "What's past is prologue." Basically, the past is just the beginning of what comes next. There is, perhaps, no other moment whe...
The Beginner's Guide to Goal Setting
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
2024 is almost here, and if you're aiming to nail your goals, it's time to think deeply about what those goals are and how to set them up right. In th...
Confessions of a Reluctant Goal Setter with Gail Hyatt
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gail Hyatt joins the show today. She's Michael Hyatt's wife AND... Marissa's mom. She's here to share what it means to be a reluctant goal setter in a...
Marissa & Ken Finish Answering Your Questions!
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After running long in part one, Marissa and Ken finish answering listener questions directly from the Full Focus Planner Community on Facebook. In thi...
Marissa & Ken Answer Your Questions!
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's Marissa and Ken's first Q&A! They take questions submitted by listeners and members of the Full Focus Planner Community on Facebook. Question...
Thanks-Living: 4 Ways Gratitude Can Transform Your Life
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's Thanksgiving Week and before Marissa, Ken, and Nick debate their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, they have a conversation about how gratitude can m...
Journaling For The Reluctant Journaler (That's You.)
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're somebody who saw the world "journal" in the title and said, "I'm going to skip this one," then it's unlikely that you're actually reading th...
The Three Things In Your Life You Can Actually Change
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The world is chaotic. On any given day, there are countless things beyond your control, and your best option is to maintain a positive mindset and fin...
Why Your Squad Matters More Than You Think!
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know the saying, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." That quote highlights that while you might be able to bar...
Four Fears That Keep You Stuck... And How to Conquer Them!
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach Halloween, Marissa & Ken share four fears that keep people from achieving their own goals. Along the way they'll discuss their own ...
How to Still Accomplish Your Goals During a Busy Q4
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We get it. Q4 can be very busy. However, you still have goals that you want to accomplish this quarter. So, how can you maintain the energy you need t...
Meet the New Hosts!
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday, everybody! It's a big day because it's Marissa and Ken's first episode! To get things started, they share a little bit about how they go...
Goodbye & Hello: It's a Season of Change at Focus on This
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is the last episode of Focus on This with Verbs and Blake as your intrepid hosts. They, along with a very exciting surprise guest, reflect on what ...
How Purpose Fuels Productivity
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ken Freire stops by the show for the first time today and the crew gets deep. They talk about the importance of finding your purpose - in ways both bi...
Creating a Vision Board: Finding Your Focus
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marissa Hyatt, expert vision boarder, stops by the show to talk about her history with and love of vision boards. Blake also shares how he uses digita...
The Most Underrated Resource for Goal Achievement
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself in the “messy middle” of a goal? You’ve come too far to turn back, but the finish line still feels far away. Do you...
Answering Questions from the Community
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do if you find yourself in the same place week after week? How do you balance the Ideal Week with a hectic life that makes it difficult to...
Using Your Planner During Transitions
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stacie Simpson returns to the show to discuss the importance of resetting and setting new goals after a busy season. She shares her experience of work...
Power-Up and Refresh Your Goals
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When our goals no longer feel exciting, the pursuit can feel cumbersome. It feels like everything is a drag, like there’s something wrong with your ...
The Power of Constraints: Do Less, Achieve More
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve bought into a cultural fallacy: if you do more and work tirelessly, you’ll achieve more and get the results you want. The problem is, it’...
Getting That Big Goal Done
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all have that one big goal that we'd love to accomplish but we sometimes we don't sincerely believe that we can actually do it. In this episode, we...
Goal Achievement and Your Brain: Executive Function
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In order for us to be productive throughout the day and achieve the goals that we've set for ourselves, we rely on a set of mental processes called ex...
3 Goal Achievement Revelations From A Pro!
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Full Focus Planner Certified Pro Andrea Liebross is back on the show! She shares with Nick three revelations that she's had about goal achievement. Wh...
The Value of a Summer Reset
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We looked it up and we are officially in the "Dog Days of Summer". Yes, that is a real thing that starts on July 3 and lasts through August 11. Since ...
200th Episode Showdown: Can ChatGPT Replace Us?
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the 200th episode of Focus on This, Nick asks ChatGPT to provide some productivity advice while Blake and Verbs decide how accurate it is and pond...
Why You Need an Unplugged Vacation
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is officially summer which means that it is time for a vacation. You have planned your vacation already, right? You do realize that taking time for...
Peak Performers: Unpacking the Productivity Habits of the Famous
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While the Full Focus Planner has been developed relatively recently, people have found ways to be productive for thousands of years. How did Maya Ange...
Dedication Diaries: One Planner User's Story
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck is the kind of guy we all want to be. He's kind, caring, and funny. But, despite his achievements, Chuck always felt like he wasn't organized en...
"It's not just me!": We Answer Your Questions
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Remember when you were in school and the teacher would say, "Please ask any questions you have because somebody else might have the same one"? Well, t...
4 Methods to Boost Your Energy
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At the end of a long work day, it is very easy to collapse on the couch and spend the rest of your waking hours staring at a screen. That's great if t...
Running a Business with the Full Focus Planner
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If running a business was easy, then everybody would do it. However, being a business owner means juggling a seemingly endless array of tasks with end...
4 Types of Automation for Busy People
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're all busy. One day you were just some person with few responsibilities and then, seemingly the next day, you're entire calendar is booked and you...
How to Make New Habits Stick
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is forming new habits - the good ones, at least - so hard to do? We've often heard that it take 21 days to develop a new habit, but personal exper...
Very Simple Strategies to Banish Distractions
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our modern world is full of distractions. For example, on average, a person will look at their phone 350 times a day. 350 times in a day! If you sleep...
Three Reasons You Find Yourself in the Distraction Zone
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is your go-to task when you're supposed to be doing another more important task? Is it organizing your desk? Checking Slack messages? Folding lau...
How to Negotiate Out of Stuff
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been there: You volunteer to help out with an extra thing at work or you tell a friend that you'll help them over the weekend. Then, as the ...
You Are Who You're With: Stories of Achievement
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard the phrase, "You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with." But, how does that apply to goal achievement and pr...
It's Time To Write Your Not-To-Do List
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Spring is the perfect time of year to look at your priorities. Think of it as a Spring Cleaning for your priorities! When you spend a minute looking a...
The Most Overlooked Question You Can Ask
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we want to get something accomplished, we tend to think of skills, habits, or tools that we can add to help us reach our goal. However, often tim...