What to Do When Business Feels Hard (And How to Keep Going)
Anything for Love | Katie Grimes
Release Date: 06/22/2025
Anything for Love | Katie Grimes
Feeling overwhelmed by tasks that should be simple? You’re not alone. Whether you’re neurodivergent or just running a busy business, small, repeated tasks and lack of clarity can quietly drain your energy. Before you know it, you’re spending your days on robot work instead of your zone of genius. Here’s the truth: You don’t need to work harder, you need better systems that give you your brain space back. In this episode of the Anything for Love podcast, we're breaking down: The sneaky small tasks that eat up your time (and what to do about them) How strong systems create more...
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Running a business can make you question everything, especially on the days where the pressure, exhaustion, or imposter syndrome kicks in. Ever hit that “This is so hard… why am I even doing this?” moment? You’re not alone, and you’re not failing. In this quick and encouraging episode of Anything for Love, I’m sharing exactly what to do when those hard seasons hit, so you don’t quit on yourself or the dream you’re building. You’ll walk away with: Tools to move through overwhelm A mindset shift when imposter syndrome creeps in A reminder that hard days don’t mean...
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Running a business with ADHD — or ADHD-like tendencies — can make you feel like you’re constantly forgetting something, falling behind, or failing at routines everyone else seems to stick to with ease. Here’s the truth: You’re not lazy — you’re just wired differently. And that wiring is not a flaw. It’s just a cue to use systems that actually support how your brain works. In this quick and encouraging episode of the Anything for Love podcast, I’m sharing real-life productivity tips that work for ADHD brains (and honestly, everyone else too). You’ll walk away with: Simple...
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Tired of doing everything for everyone else while putting your own dreams on pause? This episode is your permission slip to stop people-pleasing and start building what you actually want, without burning out or selling out along the way. In this episode, we talk about: What it looks like to outgrow people-pleasing and reclaim your time The real-life story behind how Seacoast Stories went from a spontaneous beach idea to a community-backed podcast and media brand The pressure to do it all and how Troy found balance while growing something of his own Why staying local and grounded matters more...
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Sick of being the “yes” person? This bite-sized episode is your permission slip to stop people-pleasing and start protecting your peace, without losing your kindness or values along the way. In this episode, we talk about: Why setting boundaries doesn’t make you rude, selfish, or cold How to start saying “no” in a way that still feels like you What it means to set boundaries with your clients, your calendar, and even your closest relationships The mindset shift that makes sticking to boundaries feel empowering instead of guilt-inducing How to protect your energy while still...
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In this episode, I’m sitting down with my friends and podcast hosts of “For the Love of Men” to celebrate a major milestone: 100 episodes and the launch of their merch! We dive into: • How the podcast started & where the idea of “for the love of men” came from • What they wish they knew then that they know now • The personal & professional growth that came with having real conversations on air • Their advice to anyone who wants to start something Whether you’re a longtime listener or totally new to the podcast, this episode will give you a peek behind the scenes of...
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Today’s guest shares the raw, unfiltered story of building a product-based business from the ground up — with zero experience in social media, e-commerce, or logistics. Jeanne Retief is the founder of Figgi Beauty, a skincare brand for people with sensitive skin and anxious minds — and the road here hasn’t been easy. In this episode, we talk about: The emotional toll of building a business with panic disorder The constant challenges and lessons from her first two years in business How stress triggers skin issues — and what most brands get wrong Why Figgi is truly different:...
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It can be so frustrating when you've got so much to do, but can't seem to stick to a routine. Here's a helpful pattern that you can try to feel productive, without exhausting or shaming yourself. Music: Finally by Loxbeats https://soundcloud.com/loxbeats
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Ever wonder how people actually start those dreamy creative businesses you see on Instagram? This episode pulls back the curtain on how a wedding signage business went from passion project to profitable with my client, Carly, Owner of Mid-July Designs in Nashville, TN. We’re talking about: The first steps taken to get the business off the ground How styled shoots helped build credibility + get featured The mistakes she wouldn't make again What it takes to get booked out in your first season Tips for creatives trying to break into the wedding industry If you’re thinking about turning...
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Thinking about creating your own fitness or wellness app? In this episode, we’re getting real about what it actually takes to go from idea to launch from my client, Chloe, the founder of The Body Sync Fitness & Health App. Whether you’re a wellness coach, trainer, or health expert—this conversation will walk you through the messy middle of building something new, including: The mindset shifts needed to go from coach to tech founder Mistakes made (so you don’t make them) What to do when imposter syndrome kicks in Finding your first beta users Balancing entrepreneurship and...
info_outlineRunning a business can make you question everything, especially on the days where the pressure, exhaustion, or imposter syndrome kicks in.
Ever hit that “This is so hard… why am I even doing this?” moment?
You’re not alone, and you’re not failing.
In this quick and encouraging episode of Anything for Love, I’m sharing exactly what to do when those hard seasons hit, so you don’t quit on yourself or the dream you’re building.
You’ll walk away with:
- Tools to move through overwhelm
- A mindset shift when imposter syndrome creeps in
- A reminder that hard days don’t mean you’re on the wrong path
Because the goal isn’t to avoid hard moments, it’s knowing how to handle them when they come.
Music: Finally by Loxbeats https://soundcloud.com/loxbeats