Using a planner is a game changer when it comes to figuring out your plans, goals and how to take action to make them happen.   Today I am chatting with Stephanie Fleming, co-founder of me & my BIG ideas®, the creators of The Happy Planner®. Stephanie is on a mission to create a Happy Life movement, empowering people to take control of their own happiness. We chat about the 4 Ps of planning a happy life which includes purpose, planning, positivity and persistence. She also shares the importance of being intentional and giving yourself permission to explore who you are.   What’s in this episode: How Stephanie got started with her business Why they created the Happy Planner Where they came up with their tagline Taking charge for what you want in life Getting to know yourself and being clear on what you want  Taking a look at whole life wellness Sharing your inner work with friends and family Giving yourself permission to explore who you are and what you want Knowing and loving the products that she creates The non-negotiable that Stephanie needs in her day Being intentional and taking control over your life Learning to pick yourself back up Mastering persistence, not perfection What happened when they quadrupled the size of their business Why Stephanie and her family decided to bring in outside investors The changes that have happened in her business The 4 Ps of planning your way to happiness How Stephanie crafts a life that she loves through creativity Pausing and figuring out what makes you tick   About Stephanie: Stephanie Fleming is a creative entrepreneur, speaker, optimist and wellness seeker. Most notably, she is the co-founder of me & my BIG ideas®, creators of The Happy Planner®. What began 20 years ago as a tiny, garage-based business is now an industry-leading lifestyle brand that offers a wide variety of products that inspire customers to LIVE CREATIVELY® and PLAN A HAPPY LIFE®!   It’s Stephanie’s mission to create a Happy Life movement by empowering people everywhere to take control of their own happiness by embracing planning, positivity and all things creative!   Connect with Stephanie: Website | Happy Planner Instagram | Happy Planner Youtube | Personal Instagram   Links: Wellness Planners Amy Tangerine Be Happy Box Insight Timer Plannercon Be Happy Box Launch Video   I would love to hear from you! Connect with me on Facebook, Instagram or on my website. If you enjoyed this podcast and you haven’t already, I’d like to encourage you to subscribe that way you won’t miss a single update. Craft a Life You Love by taking a small step toward turning happiness by choosing progress over perfection.