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Break Free from Marketing Busy Work

Have you ever wrapped up a long day of marketing tasks – posting on social media, tweaking website copy, answering emails – only to feel like you’ve barely moved the needle? It’s frustrating, isn’t it? You’re busy, your to-do list is shrinking, but the progress you crave feels out of reach.

If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. For many entrepreneurs, especially those navigating life with ADHD, it’s easy to mistake busyness for productivity. But here’s the truth: marketing busy work isn’t just a time suck. It drains your energy, stifles your creativity, and, yes, even eats away at your bottom line.

The good news? You can break free from the cycle of busy work and focus on marketing efforts that truly make an impact. In this post, I’m sharing five ADHD-friendly strategies to help you cut through the noise, prioritize what matters, and create meaningful progress toward your goals.

Because real success in marketing – and in business – isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters most. 


The Hidden Costs of Marketing Busy Work

Let’s get one thing straight: being busy and being productive are not the same thing. In marketing, it’s all too easy to fill your days with tasks that feel productive – like fine-tuning a logo, obsessing over hashtags, or responding to every comment – but don’t actually drive your business forward. These are classic examples of marketing busy work.

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When you’re caught in this cycle, it can feel like you’re accomplishing a lot. But take a step back and ask yourself: Are these activities directly contributing to my goals? Are they increasing brand awareness, driving website traffic, or boosting sales? If the answer is no, you’re spinning your wheels.

The cost of this cycle is higher than you might think. Here’s why:

  • Time Drain: Every hour spent on low-impact tasks is an hour stolen from activities that actually grow your business.
  • Energy Burnout: Constantly switching between tasks or chasing perfection exhausts your mental and emotional energy, leaving less bandwidth for creative, strategic work.
  • Missed Opportunities: By focusing on busy work, you may overlook high-impact marketing opportunities like building partnerships, engaging meaningfully with your audience, or launching innovative campaigns.
  • Financial Loss: Every misaligned marketing task is a hidden cost – whether it’s the hours you could have billed to clients or the leads you didn’t convert because your focus was elsewhere.

For entrepreneurs with ADHD, the problem can be even more pronounced. Dopamine-driven tasks, like responding to notifications or checking metrics obsessively, provide instant gratification but rarely produce long-term results.

But here’s the thing: breaking free from busy work isn’t just possible – it’s essential. And it starts with shifting your focus to what truly matters. Ready to learn how? Let’s explore the steps to break the cycle and reclaim your time, energy, and impact.


Five Steps to Break Free from Marketing Busy Work

Escaping the busy work trap isn’t about adding more to your plate – it’s about working smarter, not harder. The key lies in shifting your focus and energy toward activities that drive meaningful results. In this section, we’ll explore five practical steps to help you realign your efforts, starting with a crucial reset for your brain and body.

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Step 1: Reset Your Chemical Balance

When you’re trapped in the busy work cycle, it’s not just your to-do list that’s out of balance – your brain chemistry plays a role too. For those with ADHD, dopamine and norepinephrine are the unsung heroes of focus and motivation. When these levels are out of sync, it’s easy to get stuck in a loop of low-impact tasks, chasing quick hits of satisfaction without making meaningful progress.

To break free, you need to reset your brain’s natural rhythm. This isn’t about overhauling your entire routine; it’s about small, intentional actions that create a sense of calm and clarity.

Tips for Resetting

  • Take Micro-Breaks: Step away from your workspace for a few minutes to stretch, hydrate, or simply change your environment. A five-minute reset can refresh your focus and help you reassess priorities.
  • Incorporate Physical Activity: Movement, even something as simple as a quick walk, can boost dopamine and help regulate your mood.
  • Practice Mindfulness: Engage in deep breathing or meditation exercises to bring your nervous system back to baseline. Apps like Insight Timer or Calm can guide you through ADHD-friendly techniques.

By grounding yourself with these simple resets, you’ll create the mental clarity needed to move beyond busy work and start tackling tasks that truly matter.

Step 2: Seek an Outside Perspective

When you’re deep in the weeds of busy work, it’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. Tasks that feel urgent may not actually align with your goals, but in the moment, they can be hard to recognize. That’s why seeking an outside perspective is so powerful – it brings fresh eyes and clarity to what truly matters.

An external viewpoint can act as a reality check. A trusted coach, colleague, or mentor can help you evaluate your workload and identify which tasks are high-impact versus which ones are keeping you busy but not productive. Often, they’ll spot patterns or solutions that you might miss when you’re too close to the problem.

Tips for Getting Perspective

  • Find Your Sounding Board: Share your goals and current projects with someone who understands your business and values. This might be a business coach, an accountability partner, or even a friend with a knack for strategic thinking.
  • Ask the Right Questions: When seeking input, be specific. For example:
    • “Which of these tasks do you think will have the biggest impact?”
    • “Am I focusing on the right priorities, or am I overcomplicating things?”
  • Welcome Feedback Without Defensiveness: Keep an open mind. Remember, this isn’t criticism – it’s a tool to help you get unstuck and make progress.
  • Schedule Regular Check-Ins: Build a habit of seeking outside perspective by setting up weekly or monthly review sessions with your sounding board.

By allowing someone else to help you sift through your to-dos, you’ll not only gain clarity but also ensure your time and energy are directed toward what matters most.

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Step 3: Realign Marketing Tasks with Goals

Once you’ve reset your focus and gathered outside perspective, it’s time to take a hard look at your current projects. Are they truly aligned with your long-term marketing goals? Or are they distractions dressed up as “must-dos”?

This step requires you to evaluate your efforts and let go of tasks that don’t directly contribute to meaningful progress. 

Busy work often masquerades as productivity, but without alignment to your goals, it’s just noise. For example:

  • Posting daily on social media without a strategy might feel productive, but if it’s not driving engagement or traffic, it’s wasted effort.
  • Spending hours perfecting a blog post layout may look like dedication, but if it delays publishing high-quality content, it’s holding you back.

Focusing on aligned tasks ensures that your time and energy are spent on actions that move the needle, whether that’s building brand awareness, increasing website traffic, or driving sales.

Tips for Realignment

  1. Revisit Your Goals: Start by clarifying your top 2–3 marketing objectives. For instance, are you focused on growing your email list, increasing client inquiries, or boosting social media engagement?
  2. Audit Your Current Tasks: List everything you’ve been working on and ask:
    • Does this directly support my goals?
    • If not, why am I doing it?
  3. Trim the Fat: Eliminate or delegate tasks that aren’t essential. Freeing up this space allows you to redirect your efforts toward higher-impact work.
  4. Focus on the Big Wins: Identify high-value activities that have a measurable impact, like creating lead magnets, optimizing your website for conversions, or building an engaged email audience.

By consistently aligning your marketing tasks with your bigger vision, you’ll stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress.

Step 4: Ruthlessly Prioritize and Say No

Breaking free from busy work means becoming laser-focused on what truly matters – and that requires learning to say no. Whether it’s declining external requests or resisting your own impulse to chase shiny new ideas, prioritization is the skill that will keep you on track.

Every time you say yes to a task that doesn’t align with your goals, you’re saying no to something more important. This can lead to:

  • Overcommitment, which drains your energy.
  • Lost opportunities to focus on high-impact activities.
  • A cycle of busyness that leaves little room for meaningful progress.

By setting boundaries and prioritizing ruthlessly, you’ll protect your time and energy for the tasks that matter most.

Tips for Prioritizing

  1. Define Your Top Priorities: Identify the 2–3 tasks that will have the biggest impact on your goals this week. Keep them front and center in your planning.
  2. Evaluate Opportunities: When new opportunities arise, ask yourself:
    • Does this align with my goals?
    • Will it move me closer to my long-term vision?
    • Do I have the bandwidth to do this well without sacrificing other priorities?
  3. Practice Saying No:
    • To others: Politely decline tasks or projects that don’t serve your goals. Use phrases like, “I’d love to help, but I’m focusing on X right now.”
    • To yourself: Resist the urge to take on nonessential tasks, even if they seem exciting or productive in the moment.
  4. Use a Prioritization Framework: Tools like the Eisenhower Matrix can help you categorize tasks by urgency and importance, making it easier to say no to low-priority items.

Saying no isn’t about being rigid or unhelpful – it’s about being strategic. Protecting your time and energy allows you to focus on the activities that truly drive progress, ensuring you’re working smarter, not harder.

Step 5: Track Patterns of Healthy Work vs. Busy Work

The final step to breaking free from the busy work trap is building self-awareness. By tracking your work habits and identifying patterns, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of what meaningful, focused work feels like – and how to recognize when you’re slipping back into busy work.

Without reflection, it’s easy to repeat the same unproductive behaviors. Tracking your work not only helps you see what’s working but also provides insight into when and why you veer off course. This self-awareness is a powerful tool for staying aligned with your goals over the long term.

Tips for Tracking Patterns

  1. Keep a Daily Journal: Spend a few minutes at the end of each day reflecting on your work. Write down:
    • What tasks felt meaningful and moved you closer to your goals.
    • What tasks felt like busy work or distractions.
  2. Look for Triggers: Identify what circumstances lead you into busy work. Is it a lack of clarity? Overwhelm? A specific time of day? Recognizing these patterns can help you create strategies to avoid them.
  3. Note Energy Levels: Pay attention to when you feel most focused and productive versus when you’re prone to procrastination or distraction. Use this insight to schedule high-priority tasks during your peak energy times.
  4. Celebrate Wins: Reflect on the progress you’ve made toward your goals. Positive reinforcement helps build habits that keep you on track.

By tracking your patterns, you’ll develop the ability to quickly distinguish between healthy, goal-oriented work and tasks that just keep you busy. Over time, this practice becomes second nature, empowering you to stay focused on meaningful marketing efforts and avoid the busy work trap for good.


Breaking the Marketing Busy Work Cycle for Good

Productivity isn’t about doing more – it’s about doing what matters most. Breaking free from the busy work cycle isn’t a one-time fix; it’s a shift in how you approach your marketing and your business. The good news? It’s entirely possible with small, consistent changes that align your actions with your goals.

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Let’s revisit the five steps that will help you escape the trap of busy work and focus on meaningful progress:

  1. Reset Your Chemical Balance: Take small, intentional breaks to clear your mind and restore focus.
  2. Seek an Outside Perspective: Invite trusted feedback to identify high-impact priorities.
  3. Realign Your Marketing Tasks with Goals: Audit your activities and let go of what doesn’t serve your vision.
  4. Ruthlessly Prioritize and Say No: Protect your time by focusing on what truly matters and declining distractions.
  5. Track Patterns of Healthy Work vs. Busy Work: Reflect daily to understand what works, avoid pitfalls, and build better habits.

Each of these steps is designed to help you reclaim your energy and focus while ensuring your marketing efforts deliver real results.

Remember, breaking free from busy work doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a process of learning, adjusting, and realigning – but every small step you take will bring you closer to the marketing success you’re working so hard to achieve.

You’re not alone in this journey. Many entrepreneurs – especially those with ADHD – face the same struggles, and the fact that you’re here, taking action, speaks volumes about your commitment to making meaningful progress.

Start small. Focus on one step today, and let the momentum build. Over time, you’ll create a sustainable system that frees you from the trap of busy work and empowers you to reach your goals with clarity and confidence.

If you’re ready to break free from marketing busy work and focus on strategies that drive real results, sign up for my newsletter or follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or BlueSky!

I look forward to connecting with you!

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About Meg Brunson

Online marketing authority and former Facebook employee Meg Brunson combines their mission to build a more accessible and inclusive world, with their expertise in the digital marketing space.

Meg is on a mission to disrupt the status quo of marketing so that financial success is the byproduct of a genuine commitment to justice, rather than an end goal in itself.

Through Meg’s signature approach, Just Marketing®, businesses are implementing ethical, inclusive, and accessible marketing campaigns that make a positive impact on society and their bottom line, creating a virtuous cycle where profitability and responsible practices reinforce each other.

Meg is a professional speaker, children’s book author, host of the Just Marketing® podcasts, CMO of BetterCEO.app and CEO of Just Marketing®.

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Holidays aren’t just dates on a calendar - they’re stories, expressions of identity, and powerful reminders of cultural heritage. 

For marginalized communities, holidays often serve as a way to preserve culture and push back against erasure.

- Juneteenth (June 19: A celebration of Black freedom and resilience, honoring the end of slavery in the U.S. while reflecting on the ongoing fight for justice.

- Pride Month (June): A global movement that celebrates LGBTQIA+ identities and the courage to live authentically, rooted in the legacy of resistance at Stonewall.

- Indigenous Peoples’ Day (June 21, Canada): Acknowledging the histories and contributions of Indigenous communities, countering centuries of colonization and cultural suppression.

When we recognize these holidays, we’re not just celebrating - we’re standing in solidarity with the communities that keep these traditions alive.

Want to make your marketing more inclusive and thoughtful year-round? 

My free resource, Diverse and Inclusive Holidays, includes over 400 holidays to help you honor cultural identity and celebrate intersectionality in meaningful ways.

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Marketing metrics can feel overwhelming... But the Marketing metrics can feel overwhelming...
But they don’t have to be.

Here’s your streamlined formula for tracking success - without losing your mind:

1. Use simple tools
No fancy dashboards required. Free + easy works.

2. Focus on important metrics
Not everything matters. Measure what moves the needle.

3. Adopt a growth mindset
Every number teaches you something - even when it’s lower than you hoped.

That’s the magic formula.
Not perfection. 
Not spreadsheets galore.

Just clarity → action → adjustment → repeat.

You are already capable of creating marketing strategies that feel aligned, ethical, and sustainable.

Tracking your data (in a way that works for you) is simply the next step toward that vision.

Dive deeper into exactly how to do this without stress: MegBrunson.com/marketing-data 

What questions do you have about tracking data?

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Permission granted to stop doing all the things. Permission granted to stop doing all the things.

Consistency in marketing isn’t about hustling harder.
It’s about creating rhythms that respect your capacity.

Here’s your gentle guide to staying consistent without burning out:

Weekly Tracking = Light touch
Check in. Observe. No need for drastic shifts yet.

Monthly Reviews = Deeper reflection
Notice trends, assess what’s aligned, and celebrate wins.

Quarterly Deep Dives = Strategic adjustment
Zoom out. Refresh your goals + strategies intentionally.

That’s it. No daily stress. No pressure to pivot every second.
Sustainable marketing is about pacing yourself.

It’s about systems that fit you, not forcing yourself to fit the system.

I break down exactly how to do this - ADHD-friendly and overwhelm-free - at MegBrunson.com/marketing-data 

I’m curious: How do you currently check in with your marketing?
Weekly, monthly, or when you remember? 
Share below - no judgment!

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Pride month is all about celebrating authenticity, Pride month is all about celebrating authenticity, honoring identity, and continuing the fight for justice — in whatever way feels right for you.

Whether you’re out and loud, quietly reflective, or somewhere in between, your presence matters.

I’ve found myself in the comments on some local Pride posts this week… and whew... alongside the joy and support, there’s still so much ignorance and hate.

So, if you need this reminder too:

— You’re allowed to protect your peace.
— You don’t have to engage with every hater or hot take.
— You get to show up in ways that honor your energy and boundaries.

And (for my fellow Handmaid's Tale fans): "Nolite te bastardes carborundorum!"

This Pride Month (and always), hold your head high, set the boundaries you need, and know that your existence is already a form of resistance.

You’re doing enough.
You are enough. 💕

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If numbers make your brain say "nope" - this post If numbers make your brain say "nope" - this post is for you!

Tracking your marketing analytics is easier than you think (especially with ADHD-friendly hacks like these):

1. Set a Regular Check-In.
Block 30 minutes monthly. That’s it. No more, no less.

2. Automate Where Possible.
Let reports land in your inbox so you don’t have to chase them.

3. Create a “One-Pager” Dashboard.
Ditch complicated spreadsheets. Stick to essentials.

4. Use Color-Coded Categories.
Visual cues mean easy organization and quick insights.

5. Visualize with Charts.
Bar and pie charts make trends pop (and feel less boring).

6. Find an Accountability Partner.
Share your check-ins for extra motivation (and less procrastination).

Want more ADHD-friendly marketing tips? Visit MegBrunson.com/marketing-data for practical strategies that actually work.

Which of these 6 tips do you want to try first? 

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June is here, and it’s bringing sunshine, celebr June is here, and it’s bringing sunshine, celebration, and a whole lot of love. 

From honoring history to celebrating identity, this month is all about lifting each other up and leaning into the joy that comes with being unapologetically yourself. 

Whether you’re waving a rainbow flag or reflecting on the power of connection, June reminds us to celebrate humanity in all its forms.

Here’s a glimpse of the celebrations and observances that make June shine:

Pride Month (All June) - Pride Month is a time to honor the LGBTQIA+ community, celebrate progress, and recommit to the work that’s still needed for equality. It’s about joy, resilience, and making space for everyone to be their authentic selves. (Pro tip: Support LGBTQIA+ creators and businesses this month - and every month!)

World Environment Day (June 5) - This day is all about taking action to protect the planet we call home. Whether it’s reducing waste, planting trees, or educating others about sustainability, every small step adds up. 

Father’s Day (June 15) - From teaching life lessons to the perfect dad jokes, Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the people who’ve shaped us with love, guidance, and maybe a little grilling expertise. (Pro tip: Be sensitive - this day can be complicated for some, so focus on inclusivity in your messaging.)

Juneteenth (June 19) - Also known as Freedom Day, Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the United States. It’s a day to honor the resilience and contributions of Black Americans, reflect on history, and commit to creating a more just future.

June offers endless opportunities to create content that matters. It’s a time to amplify voices, build connections, and create impact.

My Diverse and Inclusive Holidays guide is here to help you plan content that’s thoughtful, authentic, and inclusive - not just in June, but all year long. It’s packed with holidays, observances, and ideas to keep your marketing fresh and meaningful.

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June is a celebration of progress, resilience, and connection. 
Which observance resonates most with you this month?
If you missed last week’s post - no shame. If yo If you missed last week’s post - no shame.
If you didn’t track your metrics this month - that’s OK.
If you’re pivoting because something didn’t work - that’s growth, not failure.

Consistency is...
- Giving yourself grace.
- Coming back, even after breaks.
- Staying aligned with your values, even if progress feels slow.

This is your reminder:
Perfection is a trap.
Consistency is what creates momentum.

Your marketing doesn’t need to be flawless.
It just needs to be authentically you, showing up when you can.

If you needed to hear this today, check out the blog for zero-shame marketing strategies: MegBrunson.com/marketing-data 

Drop your favorite gif if you’re embracing progress over perfection this season…!

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You’ve got numbers. Cool. But what do they mean? You’ve got numbers. Cool.
But what do they mean? 
And how do you use them without spiraling into overthinking or analysis paralysis?

Here’s your ADHD- and entrepreneur-friendly roadmap:

Step 1: Analyze without obsessing
Ask simple questions:
 - What’s working?
 - What’s not?
 - What’s worth tweaking?
(Not everything requires a deep dive - look for patterns, not perfection.)

Step 2: Experiment and adjust
- A/B test little things (subject lines, CTAs, posting times)
- Make small, iterative changes
- Avoid "burn it all down" energy… steady wins here

Step 3: Celebrate progress, even the tiny wins
- 5 more clicks than last month? That counts.
- Someone replied to your email? That matters.
- Learned what doesn’t work? That’s insight.

Your marketing journey is NOT a pass/fail test.
It’s a cycle of learning, adjusting, and growing.

When in doubt, zoom out.
Look at trends over time.
Progress always tells a bigger story than one random metric.

Ready to start analyzing with confidence (and without overwhelm)?
I’ve got ADHD-friendly strategies for you at: MegBrunson.com/marketing-data 

And tell me: how do you celebrate your marketing wins? 🎉

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You don’t need to monitor all the numbers. You n You don’t need to monitor all the numbers. You need the right numbers - the ones that show whether your marketing efforts are actually working.

Here’s your permission slip to simplify:

1. Social Media:
Focus on engagement rates (likes, comments, shares, saves) and forget follower counts - they don’t tell the full story

2. Email Marketing:
Watch open rates + click-through rates. This shows who’s really connecting with your emails

3. Website:
Check traffic sources + conversion rates… Where are people coming from, and what actions are they taking?

Remember: Simple > Complicated

When you zoom in on the metrics that matter, you save time, reduce overwhelm, and make smarter marketing decisions aligned with your values.

Learn exactly how to track your marketing without stress: MegBrunson.com/marketing-data 

What’s one metric you always check first? 
I’d love to know - share below!

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For mission-driven entrepreneurs, tracking marketi For mission-driven entrepreneurs, tracking marketing data often feels like yet another overwhelming task on your endless to-do list.

But here’s the thing, tracking your marketing success doesn’t have to send you into a spiral. It can actually become one of the most empowering parts of your business.

Because when you understand what's working (and what’s just noise)...

…You make smarter, values-aligned decisions.
…You stop chasing vanity metrics that don’t matter.
…You save precious time and energy.

It’s not about tracking everything or aiming for perfection. It’s about finding clarity and creating marketing strategies that actually support your goals - without burning out.

I’m breaking it all down:
1. The key marketing metrics to focus on (ditch the rest!)
2. How to make tracking ADHD-friendly and stress-free
3. Simple systems to help you stay consistent without feeling chained to your dashboard
4. How to analyze your data with a growth mindset - and make confident adjustments

Progress, not perfection, is the goal here.

Check out the blog to make tracking work for you (not against you): MegBrunson.com/marketing-data 

What's one metric you actually enjoy checking? 
Drop it in the comments… I’m curious!

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You’ve heard it everywhere: “Grow your follow You’ve heard it everywhere:
 “Grow your followers.”
 “Get more likes.”
 “Chase that viral moment.”

But here’s the truth: Vanity metrics won’t build the kind of brand that changes lives.

What will?
— Prioritizing accessibility so everyone feels welcome
— Centering inclusivity so diverse voices are heard
— Building genuine relationships that stand the test of time

When you align your marketing with your mission, magic happens:
— You attract the right people (values-aligned, ready to connect)
— You show up consistently without burning out
— You create ripple effects far beyond the algorithm

Ready to ditch vanity metrics and focus on values-driven growth: MegBrunson.com/social-media-marketing-success

What’s ONE value you want your marketing to reflect this year? Let’s name it + claim it.

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How do your values show up in your business? Anyo How do your values show up in your business?

Anyone can slap their values on an "About" page and call it a day.

But if your business is truly values-led, those beliefs show up in your: 

— Client onboarding process
— Pricing and payment options
— Marketing language
— Team communication
— Accessibility choices
— Boundaries and business hours
— Collaborations and brand partnerships

The question isn’t just what you believe…
It’s how you bring those beliefs to life in your everyday biz decisions.

I’d love to know: What are your core values, and where do they show up the strongest in your business?

(Mine sometimes show up on my t-shirts! 😉)

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