Melissa Batt on Breaking Free from Burnout and Realigning Priorities

Welcome to another episode of the Spark Media Podcast Conversations! I'm your host, Misty, and we have an inspiring and thoughtful conversation lined up for you today. We’re live from the Esther Press Conference, and joining me is the remarkable Melissa Batt, the voice behind the podcast "Priorities on Purpose."

Melissa's journey is a powerful testament to the importance of prioritizing what truly matters in life. From a fast-paced career in direct sales to a spiritual awakening that led her to realign her life’s focus, Melissa shares her personal story of overcoming burnout and rediscovering her priorities. We'll hear about the moment that made her pause and the profound changes she implemented in her life. She also discusses practical tips on balancing work and family and offers invaluable advice for aspiring podcasters on starting their own journey.

Melissa shared her transformative journey from being overworked in direct sales to living with purpose and intention. Her story is a powerful reminder that sometimes we need to slow down to truly notice and prioritize what matters most.

Here are my top 3 takeaways from our conversation:

Embrace the Power of Pause

Melissa's turning point came when she took a step back from her fast-paced career. This pause allowed her to put her main priorities—faith, family, and genuine engagement—back in order.

Start and Do It Afraid

For anyone looking to start a podcast or any new venture, Melissa emphasizes the importance of just starting. You don't have to feel ready; you just need courage.

Be Present

One of Melissa’s current lessons is to focus on being present in the moment. Particularly in our digital age, this means being mindful of how much time we spend on our phones versus engaging with those around us.

Comprehensive Sequence of Topics Covered

Introduction

  • Welcome to Spark Media Conversations

  • Introduction of Melissa Batt

  • Shoutout to mutual friend Tori Shaira and her podcast, Unlikely Housewives

Melissa’s Podcast: Priorities on Purpose

  • Reason for starting the podcast

    • God's influence

    • Personal experiences in direct sales and burnout

    • Chasing title, status, and overworking

    • Call to realign priorities

Melissa’s Personal Journey

  • God's call to slow down and pay attention

  • Practical impact on Melissa's life

    • Moving and its abrupt nature

    • Family focus, particularly children’s mental health

    • Balancing work and personal life

  • Realization of misplaced priorities

    • Being overly attached to work and social media

    • Learning to be present with family

Importance of Being Present

  • Stories of social media impact

    • Misty's personal experience with her husband’s concerns about phone use

  • Melissa's son’s request for no phone use during family time

  • Importance of living in the moment and not being consumed by goals

  • Biblical references to living for today

Podcasting Tips from Melissa

  • Key advice for new podcasters

    • Importance of starting despite fear

    • Avoiding over-analysis and procrastination

    • Using simple tools like phone recording to begin

    • Batching content for efficiency

  • Overcoming fear of one’s own voice

    • Personal anecdotes including Tori’s experience

Support and Community

  • Misty's role in the Spark Collective

    • Accountability and community support in podcasting

    • Celebrating each other's successes and pushing through analysis paralysis

Technical Advice

  • Importance of good editing

    • Shoutout to podcast editors who improve audio quality

Ways to connect with Melissa Batt

    • Instagram handle: MelissaBattOfficial

    • Website: MelissaBatt.com

Join us as we dive deep into Melissa's transformative experience, the importance of presence and intentionality, and how she’s helping other women navigate similar paths. Get ready for a conversation full of wisdom, encouragement, and actionable insights. Stay tuned!