Simply Squared Away

Simply Squared Away I help life coaches organize & systemize their coaching biz to create time freedom & scalability.

A few months ago, I started to redecorate a few rooms in my house.I was selling furniture, choosing artwork, declutterin...
06/23/2026

A few months ago, I started to redecorate a few rooms in my house.

I was selling furniture, choosing artwork, decluttering books, purchasing furniture, and trying to make a few rooms feel more finished.

What I didn’t expect was how much the process would teach me about myself.

As I created space in my home, I started creating space in other areas of my life too.

Space to think.

Space to dream.

Space to pray.

Space to notice what had been buried beneath the noise of everyday life.

I think many of us believe organizing is about getting rid of clutter or becoming more efficient.

It is.

But sometimes it’s also about discovering who you’re becoming.

Sometimes the greatest gift of organizing isn’t what leaves your life.

It’s what gets uncovered. ❤️❤️

Have you ever decluttered a space and realized the transformation was happening inside you, too?

I’d love to hear about it in the comments. ❤️

🎙️ Listen to my newest podcast episode, “What Happens When I Created Space,” at https://simplysquaredaway.com/174

06/23/2026

For all links and information, go to: https://simplysquaredaway.com/174
Book your consult call with Tracy at: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments
What if getting organized isn't really about the stuff?
In this personal episode, Tracy shares lessons she's learning as she redecorates her home, declutters books, creates more space, and navigates a season of asking bigger questions about life and purpose.
What started as a home project became something much deeper. Through slowing down, making intentional decisions, and creating space, Tracy discovered that organizing can be a powerful tool for self-discovery, healing, and uncovering what's next.
In this episode, you'll learn:

Why organizing sometimes takes longer than you expected
How decluttering can reveal what matters most in your current season
The connection between physical clutter, mental clutter, and creativity
Why creating space can help you hear God's direction more clearly
How organizing can be about becoming, not just doing
The surprising lessons Tracy learned while redesigning her home

If you've ever felt like you're in a season of transition, wondering what's next, or feeling pulled toward something new but aren't quite sure what it is, this episode will encourage you to slow down and pay attention to what creating space might be revealing.
Because sometimes the greatest gift of organizing isn't what leaves your life.
It's what gets uncovered.

06/22/2026

Find all the links mentioned in this episode here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/175
Is your office helping you get work done... or making everything harder?
When someone recently asked me if I had an episode specifically about organizing an office, I realized I had talked about pieces of it over the years, but never dedicated an entire episode to the topic. So I invited professional organizer Lisa Griffith to join me for a conversation about what actually matters when it comes to creating an organized workspace.
Lisa and I go way back to our early coaching days, and she brings such a refreshing perspective to organization. Instead of focusing on perfectly styled desks and Pinterest-worthy office setups, she challenges us to think about something much more important: Does your office support the way you actually work?
If you've ever felt guilty because your workspace doesn't look perfect, or you've spent time organizing only to find yourself right back in the same place, this episode will help you rethink what organization really means.
We talk about why function always comes before appearance, how to identify your natural work style, and why creating systems that fit you is far more important than creating a picture-perfect office.
What You'll Learn:

Why Pinterest-perfect offices often create unrealistic expectations
The difference between organizing for appearance and organizing for function
The one question you should ask before organizing any space
How to identify the work style that fits you best
Why some people need things visible and others need them hidden
Why more organizing isn't always the answer
Practical ways to create an office that supports your productivity

You know what to do.You’ve made the plan.You’ve put it on your calendar.You’ve told yourself, “This week I’m finally goi...
06/16/2026

You know what to do.

You’ve made the plan.
You’ve put it on your calendar.
You’ve told yourself, “This week I’m finally going to get it done.”

And yet... you don’t.

If you’ve ever wondered why your actions don’t match your intentions, this week’s podcast episode is for you.

I sat down with Danielle McGeough to talk about what really keeps us stuck.

🤯 And it’s usually not laziness or a lack of motivation.

➡️ Sometimes we’re overwhelmed by decisions.
➡️ Sometimes we’re avoiding being a beginner.
➡️ Sometimes we’re waiting to feel confident before we take action.

Confidence usually comes after action, not before it.

One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation was this:

🔥Get curious! Instead of shaming yourself, develop a ritual. Danielle is an expert at this.

Then ask yourself, “What’s the smallest next step?”

Not the whole project.
Not the perfect plan.
Just the next step.

Small actions build momentum.
Momentum builds confidence.

If you’ve been feeling stuck lately, I think you’ll find yourself somewhere in this conversation.

🎧 Listen to “Feeling Stuck? How Rituals Close the Gap Between Intention and Action with Danielle McGeough” at the link in my bio - https://simplysquaredaway.com/173

Tell me in the comments: What’s one thing you’ve been putting off lately?

06/16/2026

Find Danielle's links and more here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/173
Book a consult call with Tracy here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/appointments
Have you ever ended the day wondering why you didn't do the thing you fully intended to do?
You had a plan. You knew what needed to happen. Maybe it was hiring support, finishing a project, creating content, or finally making a decision you've been putting off. But somehow, your actions didn't align with your intentions.
If that sounds familiar, you're going to love this conversation.
Today I'm joined by Danielle McGeough, coach, professor, and creator of the Stuck Assessment. Danielle helps people uncover what's really keeping them stuck and teaches simple rituals that help them move forward.
In this episode, we dig into the hidden reasons we struggle to take action, even when we genuinely want to. We talk about the stories we tell ourselves, the habits that keep us looping in the same patterns, why high achievers often struggle when they're beginners again, and how small rituals can help us build trust with ourselves and finally move forward.
If you've been feeling frustrated because you know what to do but can't seem to get yourself to do it, this conversation will help you identify what's really going on and give you practical ways to start making progress.
What You'll Learn:

Why intentions and actions often don't match
The different types of "stuck" and how to identify yours
How self-sabotage can show up in your business
Why high achievers struggle when they don't immediately know what they're doing
The role perfectionism plays in keeping you stuck
Why rebuilding trust with yourself matters
Simple rituals that help bridge the gap between intention and action
How greater self-awareness makes taking action easier
Practical ways to start moving forward when you feel stuck

How much time do you waste searching for files?You know the file exists. You remember creating it. Yet somehow you end u...
06/09/2026

How much time do you waste searching for files?

You know the file exists. You remember creating it. Yet somehow you end up opening five different documents named “Final,” scrolling through screenshots, and wondering why you can’t find the one thing you actually need.

The problem usually isn’t your computer.

It’s your file names.

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing the simple file naming convention I use and teach my clients to help them:

✔ Find files faster

✔ Make search work better

✔ Reduce decision fatigue

✔ Help team members find what they need

✔ Create a business that relies on systems instead of memory

One of the biggest mindset shifts I teach is this:

Don’t name files for today’s you.

Name files for future you.

The person who won’t remember what you were thinking six months from now. 😊

If you’re tired of wasting time searching for files, this episode will help.

🎧 Listen to Episode 172: Stop Searching for Files: Create a Naming System That Works

And grab my free File Naming Formula Cheat Sheet here:

👉 https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc

Tell me in the comments...

What’s the funniest file name you’ve ever saved?

Untitled?

Final?

Final Final?

Final USE THIS ONE? 😂

06/09/2026

All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/172
Download Tracy's Free File Naming Formula Cheat Sheet:https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc
Are you tired of wasting time searching for files on your computer?
You know the feeling. You're looking for a document you know exists, but all you can find are files named "Final," "Final Final," or "New Document." Before you know it, you've spent ten minutes clicking through folders and opening files trying to find the right one.
The problem isn't your memory. It's your file names.
In this episode, Tracy shares the simple file naming convention she uses and teaches her clients to help them find files faster, reduce duplicate documents, improve team collaboration, and create a more organized business. You'll learn why your computer search is only as good as your file names, when to use dates, how to track versions, and the five rules every Organized CEO should follow.
If you're ready to spend less time searching and more time doing meaningful work, this episode is for you.
In This Episode You'll Learn:

Why file naming conventions matter more than most people realize
How poor file names create wasted time and frustration
The mindset shift from organizing for today to organizing for future you
Tracy's simple file naming formula
When to use dates in file names and when to skip them
Why version numbers are better than using "Final Final FINAL"
How consistent file names help your team find what they need
Five rules for creating a file naming convention that actually works
A simple challenge to help you start improving your file organization today

I have a question for you...How many times have you searched for the same file this week? 👀Not because it was lost.Becau...
06/04/2026

I have a question for you...

How many times have you searched for the same file this week? 👀

Not because it was lost.

Because you couldn’t remember where you saved it.

Google Drive?
Downloads?
Desktop?
That random folder you created six months ago?

If you’ve ever spent 15 minutes looking for something that should’ve taken 15 seconds to find, you’re going to relate to this week’s podcast episode.

My guest, Vicky Countess, shares how digital clutter was quietly stealing her time, creating frustration, and making her business feel harder than it needed to be.

The interesting part?

She thought her problem was technology.

It wasn’t.

It was a lack of organization and simple systems.

And that’s good news because systems can be fixed.

In this episode, we talk about:

✓ The hidden cost of digital clutter

✓ Why disorganization drains your energy

✓ How simple systems create confidence

✓ What finally helped Vicky feel in control of her business again

Because being disorganized isn’t just annoying.

It’s exhausting.

🎧 Listen to Episode 171: She Was Losing Hours to Digital Clutter Until This with Vicky Countess
Https://simplysquaredaway.com/171

Tell me below: what’s the ONE thing you’re always searching for in your business?

06/02/2026

All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/171
Get $250 off the Organized CEO Intensive here for a limited time.
What if the reason your business feels so exhausting… has nothing to do with working harder?
My guest today, Vicky Countess, thought she just needed to “get better at tech.” But underneath the cluttered desktop, overflowing files, and piles of paper was something deeper: frustration, wasted time, and the constant feeling of never being able to find what she needed when she needed it.
Vicky first found me through a business program where I was teaching simple digital organization strategies. She downloaded my file organization cheat sheet, started making small changes, and eventually jumped into my Black Friday offer (the Organized CEO Intensive - get now for $250 off) because she was tired of feeling scattered in her business.
Her story is going to sound VERY familiar if you’ve ever spent 20 minutes searching for one file… only to realize you saved it in three different places. 😅
In this episode, Vicky shares what digital clutter was really costing her, why organization felt emotionally heavy, the simple systems that helped her finally feel calm and confident inside her business again, and the new niche that she's not only passionate about but also starting very organized.
We talk about:

Why being “bad at tech” usually isn’t the real problem
The emotional weight of digital clutter and constant frustration
How simple file organization can save hours every week
The bookmark bar system that immediately made business easier
How small changes can create huge relief in your day-to-day work
What finally pushed Vicky to ask for help

05/26/2026

All links mentioned in the post can be found here: https://simplysquaredaway.com/170
Get $500 off of Organized Coach Academy right now using the coupon code 500. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/oca
If I had to start my business over from scratch today, I would do a LOT differently.
Not because I failed the first time…
But because I’ve learned that organization is not something you “get to later” once your business grows.
Organization is what allows your business to grow without taking over your brain.
In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I would organize a brand new business from day one if I were starting all over today. From digital files to time blocking to dashboards and workflows, I’m sharing the systems I would set up immediately to save time, reduce overwhelm, and create a business that actually feels sustainable.
You’ll hear:

The very first decision I would make about where to store everything
Why I would immediately create a simple file structure
The “business brain” dashboard I would build right away
How I would organize my bookmarks, links, and recurring tasks
The way I would structure my calendar and time blocks
Why organizing your mind matters just as much as organizing your files

This episode is practical, strategic, and full of the exact systems I use to run an organized business today.
If you’ve ever felt buried in tabs, downloads, scattered ideas, or inconsistent workflows, this episode will help you think differently about what it really means to build a business that supports you instead of exhausting you.
Mentioned in this episode:

Organized Coach Academy - Get $500 off right now using the coupon code 500. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/oca
File Naming Formula Cheatsheet - Learn your formula to name your files consistently. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/fnfc
The 5-File-Folder System - In this training, I show you how to set up a file structure. --> https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files

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