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What if your calendar wasn’t just for managing time, but for protecting your energy?
In this episode, I sit down with Christi Johnson, business strategist, podcaster, and founder of the Dream Biz Lab. She helps creative and neurodivergent entrepreneurs build businesses rooted in joy, sustainability, and brain-friendly systems.
Christi shares how hitting a $10K month almost cost her her mental health, how discovering she had bipolar 2 disorder reshaped her entire workflow, and the non-negotiables she's implemented to build a life-first business. From no-meeting weeks to white space for late-night brainstorms, she breaks down exactly how she structures her day to work with her ADHD brain, not fight it.
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Less spooky, more smart. Because peace of mind is the ultimate productivity tool.
Three Key Takeaways:
- Boundaries aren't about restriction, they're about expansion. Learn how Christie created calendar systems that protect both her time and energy.
- Your body sends signals. Christie shares how anxiety became her clue that something needed to change.
- Not every day is productive, and that's okay. Learn how to build grace, curiosity, and flexibility into your business structure.
Find It Quickly:
- 00:17 - Meet Christi Johnson
- 01:01 - System Reboot: Fun and Personal Questions
- 02:55 - Christi's Journey: Realizing Unsustainable Work Habits
- 05:56 - Building a Sustainable Work Structure
- 09:21 - Managing ADHD in Business
- 13:37 - Setting Boundaries and Finding Balance
- 17:30 - Christi's Latest Offerings and Where to Find Her
- 18:30 - Movie Review: Companion Starring Jack Quaid
Connect with Christi:
- Website: christijohnsoncreative.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/christijohnsoncreative
- Podcast: christijohnsoncreative.com/podcast
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