Episode 23

Shut Down, Not Shaken Part 3 (Reframing Productivity During a Pause)

Published on: 5th October, 2025

In this episode of Shut Down Not Shaken, host Kristin Candice explores the theme of productivity during uncertain times, particularly for black women. She emphasizes the importance of aligning productivity with personal values, honoring pauses in life, and taking small steps towards goals. Kristin shares her personal journey of reclaiming her voice, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own paths to productivity and purpose.

Takeaways


Productivity should align with our values, not just output.

Honoring pauses can lead to clarity and creativity.

Tracking energy levels is crucial for meaningful productivity.

Small steps can create significant momentum.

Reconnecting with your 'why' adds purpose to actions.

Reflection is a key part of the creative process.

Embracing uncertainty can open new opportunities.

Listening to your inner self is essential for growth.

Taking imperfect action is better than inaction.

Community and connection are vital during challenging times.



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About the Podcast

At Ease: For Colored Girls Who Fled Corporate When Six Figures Wasn't Enough
At Ease is a podcast for black women who have decided to trade hustling for fuller, bolder lives. Whether you quietly quit, took a leap of faith, pursued passion over a paycheck, or are building a side hustle, join Coach Cristin as we redefine success by re-shaping our minds. Cristin combines her lived experience and thought work to help women reconnect with their bodies, combat burnout, and build businesses.

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Cristin Babb

Cristin is a certified professional coach, dynamic speaker, and international
presenter. As Founder of Cristin and Co., a boutique consulting and
coaching firm that leverages HR Solutions, Team Management, and Leadership
Coaching to help business owners build diverse teams and opt out of hustle culture. Some of her previous clients include Jelani Travel, Stephanie Dodier (Going Beyond the Food Academy), and Jefferson University College of Population Health.

When she’s not consulting or coaching, Cristin can be found at the playground
with her twin boys or traveling either solo or with a group of friends.

After earning her undergraduate degree in Marketing from Hampton University,
Cristin received an MPA from Old Dominion University. As a lifelong learner, she
has gone on to become a certified mediator and coach and most recently earned
a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace from the
The University of Southern Florida. As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, she has led
workshops with hundreds of women and teens in Trinidad and Tobago and Cape
Town, South Africa.