The Mind Your Time Podcast | Empowering Entrepreneurs to Streamline, Scale, and Live Their Legacy

The Mind Your Time Podcast | Empowering Entrepreneurs to Streamline, Scale, and Live Their Legacy

Are you ready to break free from the chaos of running a business that feels like it’s running you? Welcome to The Mind Your Time Podcast, where we tackle the messy back end of your business so you can finally reclaim your time and energy. Whether you’re just starting your entrepreneurial journey or striving to grow beyond six figures, this podcast is your guide to building a business that enhances your life, not takes it over. Join me, Shannon Baker—a business operations strategist with over 20 years of experience—on a transformative journey to eliminate overwhelm, streamline operations, and create intentional systems that drive sustainable growth. Using my proven POWER in Motion framework, you’ll learn how to focus on what truly moves the needle in your business, get organized, take consistent action, and create space to refine and adapt for long-term success. Here’s the thing: your business isn’t just about creating income or leaving something behind—it’s about living your legacy. That means experiencing the fruits of your labor today while building a foundation for the future. It’s about designing a business that supports the life you want now, so you can spend more time doing what truly matters and less time buried in chaos. Imagine a business that doesn’t constantly demand your attention—a business that runs smoothly, delivers consistent results, and gives you the freedom to enjoy your life. That’s what we’ll build together. Through expert advice, real-life stories, and actionable insights rooted in my POWER in Motion framework, I’ll help you simplify your operations, strengthen your boundaries, and embrace self-care as a non-negotiable part of your strategy. Your business should serve you, not the other way around. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, wearing too many hats, and sacrificing your well-being to keep things afloat, it’s time to make a change. This podcast is your roadmap to more freedom, more focus, and more intentional growth—on your terms. Subscribe now and join me every other week as we tackle the chaos, streamline your operations, and help you create the thriving business and fulfilling life you deserve.

Episodes

June 26, 2025 17 mins

Burnout isn’t a badge of honor. It’s actually a warning sign your business is missing something critical?

You didn’t build your business to be the bottleneck, stuck in the day-to-day with no room to breathe. You built your business for freedom, to make a bigger impact, and for sustainable growth. But here’s the truth no one’s talking about:

You can’t scale chaos. And no amount of hustle can replace systems with automation.

So today we...

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What if the very thing you’re calling “freedom” is actually fueling your burnout?

We’ve been sold the idea that flexibility equals freedom. That being able to work from anywhere, say yes to everything, and keep our business in our head is somehow empowering. But let’s be honest, it’s exhausting.

Today I’m flipping the narrative! Because the truth is, real freedom doesn’t come from flying by the seat of your pants. It comes from struc...

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Summer isn’t a threat to your business! It’s actually the perfect season to reclaim your freedom.

You don’t need to keep grinding through the heat or watch your progress slip away while you’re trying to unplug and spend time with your family. In this episode, I’m challenging the idea that your business has to run your life and showing you exactly how to flip that script.

This is just what you need! Whether you’re just getting started...

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Still grinding 10-hour days and wondering why your business still feels chaotic behind the scenes?

Here’s the truth no one wants to admit, hustling harder isn’t the path to sustainable success. It’s the roadblock! And if you’re not intentional about how you use your time, your systems (or lack of them) will keep you stuck in a cycle of burnout, even if your revenue looks great on paper.

If you’re running a six-figure business but sti...

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What if the chaos in your business isn’t a time problem?

You don’t need more hours my friend. You need a back office that actually supports the business you’re building. So today, I’m breaking down how smart, driven entrepreneurs like you end up buried in busywork and how the Back Office POWER Checklist helps you stop winging it and start leading with clarity.

We’ll dig into the first two steps of my POWER In Motion Framework and how...

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What if the very success you worked so hard for is the very thing that is keeping you stuck?

Today I’m calling out the hidden chaos behind the “perfectly polished” business. You’ve got the clients, the revenue, maybe even a team. But if your operations are held together with duct tape, growing your business will cost you your peace (and your time).

In this episode I break down what’s really going on when success feels heavy and why d...

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Let’s be real, if your calendar looks like chaos and your inbox runs your life, it’s not because you’re too busy. It’s because your boundaries are broken... and no, color-coding your planner isn’t going to save you.

In this episode, I’m talking about the real reason your business is running you instead of the other way around. Spoiler alert: It’s not a productivity hack you need, it’s a system that actually respects your time. 

I’m p...

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Your disorganized business backend is stealing 180+ hours a year—time you’ll never get back. Ready to shake off the winter blues and breathe fresh life into your business? That overflowing inbox, chaotic file system, and endless search for documents aren’t just minor annoyances. They’re holding you back from real growth.

You know you need to clean up your systems, but you keep putting it off, waiting for the “right time.” Spoiler al...

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Are you stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, constantly trying to keep up with your business instead of actually growing it? If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to build a business that works for you, not the other way around, then this episode is for you.

Discover how just 30 minutes a week can help you streamline your operations, automate repetitive tasks, and finally take control of your time.

In this episode, we’ll break ...

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If you’re drowning in emails, bouncing between tasks, and ending each day wondering where your time went, it’s time for a change. What if I told you time management isn’t the problem. It’s how you’re structuring your day that’s causing the problem.

In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful shift that will help you stop reacting and start running your business with intention. You’ll discover:

✔️ The key mindset shift that moves you from...

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If stepping away from your business makes you panic, we need to talk. 

Whether you're just getting started or you've been in business for years, feeling like everything depends on you is a massive red flag. Your business should support your life—not run you into the ground.

In this episode, we’re talking about:

🔥 The real reason your business can’t function without you (and it’s not what you think)
⚡ Why both new and se...

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Are you stuck in the endless cycle of putting out fires, juggling tasks, and wondering if your business will ever feel manageable? If so, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the Legacy In Motion Session (LIM Session) a two-hour strategy session designed to help you simplify your operations, gain clarity, and build a business that truly supports your life. I’ll walk you through what happens befor...

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What if achieving your biggest goals was as simple as focusing on what truly matters?

In this milestone 200th episode, we’re diving into the transformative power of focused goal setting and intentional action. I’ll share how I used the POWER in Motion framework to leave my part-time job and create a business aligned with my values—and how you can do the same.

We’ll explore:

  • Why clarity is the key to crafting a life and business yo...
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Are you feeling buried in the daily grind of running your business, wondering why all the effort you’re putting in isn’t paying off the way you hoped?

It’s time to uncover the real issue: disorganization and the lack of systems—and why discipline is the secret to turning it all around.

In this episode, I’m sharing how my POWER In Motion framework helps you create systems that work and the mindset shift needed to stick to them. You’ll...

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Are you stuck in hustle mode, feeling like you’re working harder but not getting anywhere? 

The truth is, hustle culture might be the very thing holding you back. In this episode, we’re busting three damaging myths that keep entrepreneurs overwhelmed, overworked, and stuck in chaos.

Here’s what we’re covering today:

  • Why being available 24/7 doesn’t serve your clients—or you—and how setting bold boundaries is a game-changing form o...
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Are you tired of feeling stuck, spinning your wheels, and getting nowhere? 

Ready to finally take control of your business? This episode is for entrepreneurs who are done with the hustle-and-hope approach and ready to make bold, intentional moves.

The POWER in Motion Framework isn’t about playing it safe—it’s about creating systems that work for you, so your business supports your life, not the other way around.

Today, I’m breaking do...

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Can motivation alone truly sustain your drive to achieve your goals?

Let’s be real—most of us don’t fail because we don’t care. We fail because we rely on motivation, and motivation doesn’t last. That’s why today we’re going to talk about step four of the POWER In Motion Framework: Execute Consistently. 

We’ll uncover the common traps that stop us in our tracks and explore strategies to build a rhythm that keeps you moving forward, n...

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Are you constantly busy but still feel stuck, like your hard work isn’t moving you closer to your goals? 

It’s time to change that. In this episode, we tackle Step Three of the POWER in Motion Framework: Work On the Plan. This step is all about turning big-picture goals into small, strategic actions that actually lead to success.

Discover how to streamline processes like client onboarding by documenting procedures, identifying ineffi...

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Feeling overwhelmed by endless tasks and deadlines? 

Imagine transforming your business operations into a streamlined machine that supports your lifestyle. This episode is all about harnessing the power of the right tech tools and systems to regain control, with the Power in Motion Framework at the heart of our discussion. 

Hear my personal journey from chaos to clarity, and learn how setting a clear, measurable 90-day goal can be a ...

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What if waiting for January to plan your goals is setting you up for failure? 

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about ditching the tired “new year, new start” narrative and talk about taking charge right now. I’ll share how I used my POWER in Motion Framework to leave my part-time job and build a business that supports my life, not the other way around.

This isn’t just theory—it’s the exact process that helped me create a busi...

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