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You’re treating everything like it matters equally (it doesn’t)
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Why simplifying your focus isn’t laziness — it’s one of the smartest growth decisions you can make Hey Reader, Let me just get this out there, right off the bat: Some of your work matters more than the rest. There’s something I notice a lot with work-from-home entrepreneurs — especially women. And it's our tendency to "default" to adding more when something starts working. More ideas. At first, it can feel productive. But eventually, everything starts competing for your time, attention, and energy equally. And that’s exhausting. So, what's the alternative? This week, I’ve been thinking about the 80/20 Rule — the idea that a small percentage of your efforts usually creates the majority of your results. Not in a corporate “optimize every second of your life” kind of way 😄 But in a very real-life WFH kind of way. Because when you’re building a business inside a full life … you simply do not have unlimited energy. Which means you have to be intentional when you choose the best use of your energy. And that's easier when you realize that not everything deserves equal attention. I get it ... that can feel uncomfortable at first. Many of us were taught:
So intentionally focusing on fewer things can feel suspiciously like “not doing enough.” But honestly? It’s often the opposite. It’s discernment. And discernment is what helps sustainable growth feel lighter instead of heavier. This is exactly what I unpacked in this week’s article: The Simplest Way to Apply the 80/20 Rule in Your WFH Business I shared a very honest backyard zucchini story 😄 along with a simple way to identify the small percentage of work that’s actually creating the biggest impact in your business. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin lately, I think it’ll resonate. But even if you don’t click through today, here’s the part I want you to carry with you this week: Not everything in your business deserves equal energy. Some things create momentum. Learning to recognize the difference? That changes everything Your Action Step this WeekTake a few quiet minutes and ask yourself: What 20% of my work creates the biggest impact in my business right now? Look for:
Then ask yourself: What would happen if I intentionally protected more time and energy for those things? Because growth becomes much simpler when you stop trying to carry everything at the same weight. And friend? You’re allowed to make your work lighter where you can. 💛 Michele ✨Want to go deeper? This month’s Mini Power Tool — the Tenacious WFH Weekly “Needle Mover” Tracker — is designed to help you identify your highest-impact work and stay focused on what actually moves your business forward each week. It’s available exclusively for Insider and VIP premium subscribers along with the full Mini Power Tool library and private podcast episodes. 💎 Upgrade to Insider/VIP access for instant access to the full Power Tool library.
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Win WFH Tip of the WeekWFH Tip: To WIN working from home, show up on video like the professional you are. Be aware of your lighting and what's on camera with you, invest in good equipment, and be present (if you wouldn't multi-task in person, don't do it during a video meeting). Grit & Grace Affirmation of the WeekI love the way I look. I am friendly, positive, and outgoing. I naturally attract others with my charisma. 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! And just one more thing ...
May 14, 2026 | Coach Michele Peterson
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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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