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Ep 144: The Micro Yes: Progress When Life Gets in the Way
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- Six Figure Designer
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- Feb 9, 2026
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Summary
Life gets in the way. Not occasionally...constantly. And yet, most of us plan our businesses as if we’ll always have unlimited time, energy, and focus. In this episode, I talk about why planning for the best-case scenario sets us up to feel behind and frustrated, and how real progress actually happens when life is messy, distracting, and unpredictable. Instead of big gestures or perfect schedules, this conversation introduces the idea of the micro yes, the small, intentional choices we make daily (or hourly) that move us toward what matters. I'll share why consistency beats perfection, how attention has become our most valuable resource, and why visual reminders can help bring us back to center when motivation fades. Because progress isn’t built all at once, but one small yes at a time. Want to connect with me and learn more about my coaching program? You can find me here: Instagram: @pameladurkin Coaching: www.pamela-durkin.com/coaching