Channel Title: Laurie Wang Channel Description: Hey, I'm Laurie—an ex-Googler passionate about productivity, personal growth, and the journey to becoming our best selves. On this channel, we dive deep into mindset shifts, practical strategies, and tools to make the most of the one life we’ve got. Beyond my YouTube content, I deliver training and speak to help teams and businesses learn evidence-based skills to reduce burnout, build resilience, and boost well-being both at work and home. I also work 1:1 with C-suites, business owners, and professionals to help them reach their potential and bring their best work to life. Join me to create a fulfilling, purpose-driven life and build a version of you that makes a lasting impact. 💡 Try my newsletter for actionable advice (join 10,000+ readers): https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst Email: laurie@lauriewang.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang Website: https://lauriewang.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@iamlauriewang <video> 13 Harsh Truths I Know at 38 But Wish I Knew at 20 Description: The first 500 people to use my link will get a 1-month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/lauriewang08241 ✍️ Get my free 20 personal growth and reflection journal prompts guide here: https://lauriewang.ck.page/personalgrowth I turned 38 this year. These are all the things I wish I could tell my 20 year old self. If you are in your 20s, 30s or even beyond, watch this and learn from some of my life lessons that I wish I knew. 💡Try my newsletter for actional advice on personal growth, productivity and business: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst You'll also enjoy watching these videos: 7 life lessons I wish I knew sooner: https://youtu.be/SZxKNezP4LU You can change your life in 6 months, here is how to do it: https://youtu.be/leMjPfTtdmY 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:31 Not everyone will like you 01:08 Don't waste life on regret 01:41 Life is unfair 02:45 You won't know what you want to be 03:43 No shortcuts to success 05:39 Work-life balance is a myth 06:46 Everything is a result of compounding 07:34 Money doesn't buy happiness 08:06 Don't delay your gratification 08:56 True friends are rare 09:41 Be mindful of what you put in your body and mind 10:28 Don't let your phone take away your life 11:30 Ignore society's expectations for your life 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang </video> <video> How to Achieve More in 1 Week Than Others Do in 12 Months Description: Try Adobe Photoshop for free here: https://adobe.ly/4eW1zJ6 🧠 Try my newsletter for actional advice on personal growth, productivity and mindset: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst ⚡️Get my Notion Life & Work Dashboard here: https://ntn.so/MomentumNotionLifeDashboard Have you ever felt like you’re working hard but not really moving forward? You're always busy but still wondering, "Why don’t I feel closer to my goals?" I know that feeling all too well. Years ago, I was spinning my wheels, chasing productivity hacks, and wondering why nothing seemed to work. I always felt like I was behind in life. I was burned out and overwhelmed, feeling like I never had enough time to work on my dreams and goals. Then, everything changed when I learned a simple but powerful idea: real progress isn’t about squeezing more into your day. It’s about focusing on what truly matters. In this video, I’ll share the 5 steps productivity and time management system that transformed my life and how they can help you achieve more in one week than most people do in a year. Ready to make it happen? Let’s go. Timestamps: 00:00 The truth about productivity 01:04 Step 1 - Focus 05:01 Step 2 - Optimize 07:12 This tool helped with my productivity 07:54 Step 3 - Deep Work 09:24 Step 4 - Unplug 11:03 Step 5 - Simplify You'll also enjoy watching these videos: Start living: https://youtu.be/BeYjxa-dscc My deep work routine (change your life in 6 months): https://youtu.be/oPJ8JOoTn2M Set systems rather than goals: https://youtu.be/d8JDcmDCXOA Harsh truths I wish I knew at 20: https://youtu.be/-NrDtTXcaDY How to level up your life: https://youtu.be/hcyqMHaQQKE 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/lauriewang Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, an Ex-Googler, and on this channel, we explore all things productivity, self-improvement, mindset, and becoming the best version of ourselves. We've only got one life, let's make it count! 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on productivity and self-development. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst #selfimprovement #productivity #personalgrowth </video> <video> If you can spare me 6 minutes, you'll get 10 years of your life back Description: This video will change the way you live and see life. What I learned changed my life and work forever and I want to share it with you. ✍️ Get my free 20 personal growth and reflection journal prompts guide here: https://lauriewang.ck.page/personalgrowth ⚡️Get my Notion Life & Work Dashboard here: https://ntn.so/MomentumNotionLifeDashboard 💌 The Growth Catalyst Newsletter (try for free): https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst I hope this video helps someone as much as this idea changed my mindset and life. You'll also enjoy watching these videos: My deep work routine (change your life in 6 months): https://youtu.be/oPJ8JOoTn2M Set systems rather than goals: https://youtu.be/d8JDcmDCXOA Harsh truths I wish I knew at 20: https://youtu.be/-NrDtTXcaDY How to level up your life: https://youtu.be/hcyqMHaQQKE 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/lauriewang Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, an Ex-Googler, and on this channel, we explore all things productivity, entrepreneurship, mindset, and becoming the best version of ourselves. We've only got one life, let's make it count! 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on productivity and self-development. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst #selfimprovement #selfdevelopment #personalgrowth </video> <video> if you are in your 20s watch this #shorts Description: Don't let society's expectations dictate your timeline and stop you from making the most of your life on your own terms. </video> <video> How I Manage My Time With This Strategy in Under 60 Seconds #shorts Description: Work less. Achieve more. My latest YouTube video is live on the channel and talks about 10 simple habits that help me save over 20+ hours a week. You don’t need to work longer hours to get more done. One of the habits is to work smarter during your "power hours"—those times when your energy and focus are at their peak. Whether it's in the morning or late afternoon, use that time to tackle your most important tasks. You’ll get more done in less time, with better results. Prioritize quality over quantity. Check out the rest of the habits on the channel #productivity #timemanagement #personalgrowth </video> <video> Rebrand Your Life and Level Up in 2025 Description: ✍️ Get my free 20 personal growth and reflection journal prompts guide here: https://lauriewang.ck.page/personalgrowth ⚡️Get my Notion Life & Work Dashboard here: https://ntn.so/MomentumNotionLifeDashboard 💌 The Growth Catalyst Newsletter (try for free): https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst In today's video, I want to talk to you about how you can shift your identity, reinvent yourself before the end of 2025, and step into the dream life you've always wanted. It's time to plan a new era of you. I'll also break down the 5 steps system that will help you become the best version of yourself. Let's make this winter arc a great time to get a head start ahead of the new year. You'll also enjoy watching these videos: My deep work routine (change your life in 6 months): https://youtu.be/oPJ8JOoTn2M Set systems rather than goals: https://youtu.be/d8JDcmDCXOA Harsh truths I wish I knew at 20: https://youtu.be/-NrDtTXcaDY 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y 5 steps system: 00:00 It's your time 01:33 Shift your beliefs 02:42 Your ideal dream life 05:03 Be unstoppable 06:44 Your system for success 09:30 Self-discipline 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/lauriewang Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, an Ex-Googler, and on this channel, we explore all things productivity, entrepreneurship, mindset, and becoming the best version of ourselves. We've only got one life, let's make it count! 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on productivity and self-development. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst #selfdevelopment #selfimprovement </video> <video> If you are ambitious but struggle to stay consistent, please watch this Description: 💌 The Growth Catalyst Newsletter (try for free): https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst If you're ambitious but struggle to stay consistent, you're not alone and you are not lazy. We all have goals that matter deeply to us, yet consistency often feels like the missing piece. I really hope this video can shift your perspective on your own habits like it did for me, to break through plateaus, and make progress even when motivation fades. If you're ready to turn ambition into sustainable action, this video is for you. ✍️ Get my free 20 personal growth and reflection journal prompts guide here: https://lauriewang.ck.page/personalgrowth ⚡️Get my Notion Life & Work Dashboard here: https://ntn.so/MomentumNotionLifeDashboard You'll also enjoy watching these videos: My deep work routine (change your life in 6 months): https://youtu.be/oPJ8JOoTn2M Set systems rather than goals: https://youtu.be/d8JDcmDCXOA Harsh truths I wish I knew at 20: https://youtu.be/-NrDtTXcaDY How to level up your life: https://youtu.be/hcyqMHaQQKE 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y Start living: https://youtu.be/BeYjxa-dscc 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/lauriewang Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, on this channel, I explore proven strategies and resources to help you grow, focus, maximize well-being and productivity, live intentionally, and build a life you truly want. If this sounds like it could benefit you, join 3 million+ viewers to learn how to unlock your potential and become your best self, join me also on LinkedIn and Instagram. 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on productivity, mindset, and self-development. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst Timestamp: 00:00 Consistency is misunderstood 01:35 Habits & systems vs goals 03:40 2 minutes rule 06:10 Shifting your beliefs & identity 08:32 Alignment with your goals 09:57 Perfection is a fallacy </video> <video> 5 Simple Mental Habits Successful People Do Daily Description: The way you think shapes the life you live. I want to share 5 simple but powerful mental habits that highly successful people practice daily. These habits aren’t just inspiring—they’re actionable, and they can completely transform how you approach your goals, productivity, and personal growth. I hope these mental habits will help you as much as they helped me to achieve surprising results in my own life. ✍️ Get my free 20 personal growth and reflection journal prompts guide here: https://lauriewang.ck.page/personalgrowth ⚡️Get my Notion Life & Work Dashboard here: https://ntn.so/MomentumNotionLifeDashboard 💌 The Growth Catalyst Newsletter (try for free): https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst You'll also enjoy watching these videos: My deep work routine (change your life in 6 months): https://youtu.be/oPJ8JOoTn2M Set systems rather than goals: https://youtu.be/d8JDcmDCXOA Harsh truths I wish I knew at 20: https://youtu.be/-NrDtTXcaDY How to level up your life: https://youtu.be/hcyqMHaQQKE 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y Start living: https://youtu.be/BeYjxa-dscc 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/lauriewang Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, on this channel, I explore proven strategies and resources to help you grow, focus, maximize well-being and productivity, live intentionally, and build a life you truly want. If this sounds like it could benefit you, join 3 million+ viewers to learn how to unlock your potential and become your best self, join me also on LinkedIn and Instagram. 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on productivity, mindset, and self-development. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst ⏰ Timestamp: 00:00 Why mental habits are important 00:58 1. Visualization 03:46 2. 10x thinking 05:56 3. Giver in a world of takers 08:22 4. Get comfortable being uncomfortable 11:02 5. Love of learning #habits #routines #motivation #motivational #dopamine #neuroscience #health #focus #growthmindset #mindset #growth #selfimprovement </video> <video> 9 Things I Quit To Simplify My Life | Minimalism, Slow Living, Self Care Description: Try Adobe Photoshop for free here: https://adobe.ly/4eW1zJ6 ✍️ Get my free 20 personal growth and reflection journal prompts guide here: https://lauriewang.ck.page/personalgrowth Change in life isn’t always about getting more and doing more, it's about removing the nonessentials to create room for what truly matters and leads to real progress in your life. Life is full of decisions and compromises, and in this video, I’ll be sharing 9 things I quit to simplify my life, find more joy, and make the most of every moment. Embracing minimalism, slow living, and self-care into my daily habits has had a profound, transformative impact on everything I do. I hope you enjoy this video and inspires you to quit things in your life that no longer serve you. 💡Try my newsletter for actional advice on personal growth, productivity and business: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst You'll also enjoy watching these videos: Harsh truths I wish I knew at 20: https://youtu.be/-NrDtTXcaDY You can change your life in 6 months, here is how to do it: https://youtu.be/leMjPfTtdmY 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y ⏰Timestamp: 00:00 Intro 00:45 Mindlessly scroll 02:06 Living for my future self 03:14 Say yes to everything 04:13 Believe intelligence is fixed 06:23 Overbuying 07:34 Complaining 08:34 Starting my day with no plan 09:19 Unrealistic tidy home 10:51 Expecting happiness from others 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/lauriewang Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, an Ex-Googler, and on this channel, we explore all things productivity, entrepreneurship, mindset, and becoming the best version of ourselves. We've only got one life, let's make it count! 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on productivity and self-development. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst #personalgrowth #minimalism #slowliving </video> <video> Struggle to be consistent? Don't do this. #shorts Description: Consistency is often misunderstood. People think consistency means never missing a beat. But life doesn’t work that way. Consistency isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up most of the time and getting back on track when you slip. #personalgrowth #motivation #selfhelp #consistency </video> <video> Why Busy Doesn't Equal Productive #shorts Description: Real change isn’t always about adding more—it’s often about letting go of what no longer serves you. In a world that constantly tells us to do more, be more, and achieve more, we can lose sight of what truly matters. But sometimes the real progress happens when we subtract. </video> <video> This Idea Will Make You Unstoppable #shorts Description: Every setback is a setup for a comeback. Your biggest challenge is also your greatest comeback. Don't let failures define you. Let them refine you. Use them as stepping stones to get to the version 2.0 of you. This is the one idea that will make you unstoppable. </video> <video> How to Improve Your Focus 🌱 #shorts Description: This one practice just 1 minute a day changed how I work and live. #personalgrowth #mindfulness #productivity </video> <video> 10 ONE-MINUTE Habits That Save Me Over 20+ Hours Per Week | Time Management for Busy People Description: ⚡️Get my Notion Life & Work Dashboard here: https://ntn.so/MomentumNotionLifeDashboard 🎉 Unlock AI for $10 per month → https://ntn.so/lauriewangAI 💌 The Growth Catalyst Newsletter (try for free): https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst In today’s fast-paced world, finding just a few extra hours in your week can make all the difference—whether it’s spending quality time with loved ones or taking a moment for yourself. Imagine what you can do with 20+ hours per week? As a busy working professional, entrepreneur, and parent, I know what it's like to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and never have enough time. After reading hundreds of productivity and time management books, these are my top 10 tried and tested habits that save me over 20 hours per week. They are extremely simple and easy to do, and they help me balance a demanding professional life with hours back to spend with loved ones and looking after my health. As with any habits, small consistent actions will add up over time. These habits don't need a lot of effort to get started but the key is to be aware of how you are intentionally spending your time. It's time that we stop wasting time, get your time and life back with these time management tips that actually work. ⏰ Timer 00:00 How I manage my time 00:43 Work in flight mode 01:43 Schedule time in blocks 02:46 Batch similar tasks 04:11 Automate repetitive tasks 05:09 Work during power hours 06:18 Notion 07:09 Set a timer 07:52 Procrastinate on the right things 08:30 Say no 09:30 Organize your things 10:19 Make appointments with yourself 👩🏻‍💻 Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, an Ex-Googler, and on this channel, we explore all things productivity, entrepreneurship, mindset, and becoming the best version of ourselves. We've only got one life, let's make it count! Besides making YouTube content, I love helping teams and businesses figure out how to get people to click, sign up, and buy through my digital marketing training and consulting company. I hope you enjoy this journey with me, where I share everything I know, to help you get seen online, build the best version of you, and live a fulfilling and meaningful life doing what you love. 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on marketing, business strategies, self-development, personal branding, and more. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst How I manage my time with a full time job, freelance & sidehustle Why you are so bad at managing your time Best time management tips 2024 7+ Habits that save me 3+ hours per day How I make time for everything #Productivity #timemanagement #LifestyleDesign </video> <video> How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You | Detach from People and Situations Description: It’s time to let go and move forward. If you’ve ever felt held back by past experiences or struggles (I know I have), this video is for you. ✍️ Get my free 20 personal growth and reflection journal prompts guide here: https://lauriewang.ck.page/personalgrowth ⚡️Get my Notion Life & Work Dashboard here: https://ntn.so/MomentumNotionLifeDashboard 💌 The Growth Catalyst Newsletter (try for free): https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst Let them go, let them be who they are, and let them choose someone else. I hope this video helps you take the next step toward becoming your best self. You'll also enjoy watching these videos: Start living: https://youtu.be/BeYjxa-dscc My deep work routine (change your life in 6 months): https://youtu.be/oPJ8JOoTn2M Set systems rather than goals: https://youtu.be/d8JDcmDCXOA Harsh truths I wish I knew at 20: https://youtu.be/-NrDtTXcaDY How to level up your life: https://youtu.be/hcyqMHaQQKE 7 Micro Habits That Improved My Life: https://youtu.be/Qko74FRHu-Y 👩🏻‍💻 Want to hang out together on your other social channels? INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/iamlauriewang WEBSITE: https://lauriewang.com LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriewang TWITTER: https://twitter.com/lauriexwang FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/lauriewang Who am I? Hey I'm Laurie, an Ex-Googler, and on this channel, we explore all things productivity, self-improvement, mindset, and becoming the best version of ourselves. We've only got one life, let's make it count! 💌 I have a weekly newsletter sharing thoughts, useful resources, and my top recommendations on productivity and self-development. If you are interested in checking it out, get it here: https://lauriewang.com/growth-catalyst #selfimprovement #selfdevelopment #personalgrowth </video>

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Hey, I'm Laurie—an ex-Googler passionate about productivity, personal growth, and the journey to becoming our best selves. On this channel, we dive deep into mindset shifts, practical strategies, and tools to make the most of the one life we’ve got.

Beyond my YouTube content, I deliver training and speak to help teams and businesses learn evidence-based skills to reduce burnout, build resilience, and boost well-being both at work and home. I also work 1:1 with C-suites, business owners, and professionals to help them reach their potential and bring their best work to life.

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