The Jalepeno Papers

Tiny tidbits of the best spicy advice to keep your work on track and keep you motivated and moving forward!

16 Productivity: Breaking Down Big Projects Without Breaking Down.

There’s nothing like the rush of starting a big project—until that rush turns into crippling overwhelm. Whether it’s launching a new business, writing a book, or tackling a huge home project, big projects can feel exciting one moment and paralyzing the next. The problem usually isn’t that we la...

Nov 12, 2025

15-The World is a Wild Place Right Now-Let's Talk About How to Sustain Focus on What Matters

Focus feels harder to come by than ever. Between constant notifications, a never-ending news cycle, and social media feeds designed to pull us in and keep us scrolling, it is no wonder our attention feels stretched thin. Most of us want to get more done, feel less scattered, and actually enjoy th...

Sep 19, 2025

14-Basic Financial Planning for Part-Time Founders and Small Business Owners

Starting a business, whether it’s a side hustle, a small shop, or a growing brand, is exciting. You get to bring your ideas to life, make your own decisions, and maybe even create something lasting. But one part of business ownership that can feel overwhelming is money management. Financial plann...

Sep 09, 2025

13-Social Media Strategies That Actually Work for Founders

With Less Planning, More Impact As a founder, social media probably feels like one more thing on your very full plate. Maybe you’ve tried to batch content and got overwhelmed.Maybe you posted consistently for a while, then ghosted.Maybe you’ve thought, “Do I really need to be doing this?” Here’...

Aug 19, 2025

12-Productivity: Busting Procrastination Triggers

Let’s start with a radical truth: Procrastination isn’t laziness. It’s not a character flaw, a lack of discipline, or proof that you’re not cut out for your dreams. In fact, procrastination is often a completely reasonable nervous system response to something your brain perceives as overwhelmin...

Aug 05, 2025

11-Emotional Resilience: Handling Overwhelm and Stress

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a to-do list while your brain screams “run,” or if you've hit a wall where even the smallest decision feels impossible, you're not alone. Overwhelm and stress aren’t just inconveniences. They are signals, honest feedback from your body and mind that some...

Jul 28, 2025

10-Business and Operations: Staring at ADHD Traits? Here's What to Build Around You

Hey there, friend! Ever find yourself staring at your to-do list like it’s written in ancient runes? You know you’re smart. You care. And yet... things slip. You forget. You lose time. You feel like a “bad grown-up.”That, my friend, might be your beautiful SPICY brain asking for a different kin...

Jul 09, 2025

09 Marketing: Content Creation Tips for Founders (Repurpose and Simplify)

Creating marketing content can often feel overwhelming for founders and entrepreneurs. The constant need to produce fresh, engaging content can lead to burnout, decision fatigue, and creative blocks. But there's a better way: embracing simplicity and mastering content repurposing. Understanding...

Jul 01, 2025

08-Setting Up a Distraction Free (But Dopamine Friendly) Workzone

Q&A: Setting Up a Distraction-Free (But Dopamine-Friendly) Workzone Q: How can I create a workspace that's distraction-free but also gives me the dopamine I crave? A: Ah, the age-old neurodivergent paradox: craving stimulation yet needing focus. It’s like wanting a cozy library that also happens ...

Jun 24, 2025

07-Q&A Spotlight-Is it Really Imposter Syndrome, or Something Else?

Q&A Spotlight: I'm so consumed by imposter syndrome, I really really struggle to gain any sort of momentum. Everytime I want to contribute, I feel that voice creeping in that says "who do you think you are?". It has really become a huge blocker for me. Hey friend, Thanks so much for asking such a...

Jun 20, 2025

06-Brain‑Friendly Solo‑Systems

Because your business processes should feel like a cozy hoodie, not a scratchy sweater, even when it’s just you running the show. 1. Kick Off With Comfort Before you sign up for another shiny app, ask: “Will this feel good for my Monday‑morning brain?” ‑ Could today’s to‑dos live in a calm No...

Jun 11, 2025

05-Real Storytelling, Real You: Brand with Heart (Without the Burnout)

Let’s just call it out: forcing yourself to fake it for your brand is a one-way ticket to burnout city, especially if you’re someone who already struggles with executive function or interest-based motivation. I see you. I am you. And I’m here to tell you: there’s a better way. Why Authenticity ...

Jun 04, 2025

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