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Run a Systems Check and Get Clarity About What's Draining You
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It’s Time for a WFH Walk-Through Because Clarity Burns Through Burnout Reader, if you’ve been feeling a little off your game lately — tired, behind, stretched thinner than usual — don’t panic. It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing anything wrong. But it does mean it’s time for a systems check. Before my husband and his winemaking team bring in the grapes for harvest, they always do a walk-through of the vineyard. They check the vines, gather samples, and see what’s thriving (and what needs attention). It’s how they prep for the big, busy season ahead. And I think us WFH entrepreneurs could use that same kind of pre-season clarity. Not a full overhaul. Not a productivity guilt trip. Just a grounded, clear-eyed look at how your current routines, tools, and energy flow are really working for you right now. Because until you can see what’s quietly working against you, you can’t reset. Here are a few things I've learned to be true:
That’s why this month, I’m inviting you to do something simple — and powerful: Run a WFH Systems Check.This isn’t a performance review. It’s a self-audit. Look at:
These aren’t big changes. These are small observations that unlock huge clarity. This week's blog article walks you through it all in more depth: How to Run a WFH Systems Check and Get Clarity About What’s Draining You 🎯 And this month’s Mini Power Tool — If you're a Tenacious WFH Insider or VIP, you can access it now in the Dropbox folder.
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Your Action Step this WeekSet aside 20 minutes to do a “check the vines” walk-through of your WFH life. Start with just one section — Energy, Tools, or Task Flow — and get clear about what’s working for you ... as well as what’s quietly working against you. You don’t have to fix anything yet. Just notice. Clarity first. Then action. August is our prep month — the run-up to the next season of growth and results. Let’s make sure your systems are strong enough to support it. You’ve got this.
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WFH Tip: To WIN working from home, do not start your day by checking email. That moves your energy from proactive to reactive. Start with something intentionally proactive instead. You'll see and feel the difference. Grit & Grace Affirmation of the WeekI love and respect my partner. I will continue to develop a healthy relationship with my partner. I will allow love to find me. Say it. Believe it. Be it. From the book Badass Affirmations by Becca Anderson I hope you enjoyed this week's newsletter. Thank you for linking arms and being part of my working from home tribe! I'll be back next week with more tips, inspiration, and other fun stuff to empower your WFH success. Until then, have a beautiful week! xoxo, P.S. It's my goal to inspire you and remind you of your greatness as we navigate WFH life together. If you loved this week's newsletter, please feel free to forward it to your friends!
August 3, 2025 | Coach Michele Peterson |
Coach Michele Peterson
Get my best tips and insights on productivity, confidence, balance, and connection ... learned from 15 years of successfully working from home. Long-term WFH is a CHOICE, a lifestyle, a CULTURE. And I believe that if you're going to do something, you should do it right. But you don't have to do it alone. Activate your free subscription to The Tenacious WFH Entrepreneur newsletter so that you get your weekly dose of grit and grace to keep you going by entering your email address below.
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