The Burn Stress Lose Weight Podcast 102: Getting Work done at Work with Dr. Sarah Smith
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Mar 19, 2024 
Dr. Sarah Smith, a Rural Family Physician in Alberta and the founder of the Charting Champions Program, shares her inspiring journey from burnout to work-life balance expert for physicians. She discusses effective strategies for managing clinical workloads and overcoming interruptions that hinder productivity. Sarah emphasizes the importance of teamwork over individual validation, helping listeners understand how to efficiently delegate tasks. With practical insights, she guides listeners to reclaim their time and reduce stress, thus enhancing both career success and personal fulfillment.
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Sarah's Personal Overwork Struggle
- Sarah Smith struggled for years doing paperwork after hours while her children were young.
- Despite relocating continents and changing systems, she faced the same challenge of finishing work late at night.
Complete Work As You Go
- Notice when you delay tasks and close charts later; this creates inefficiency.
- Start completing work immediately after a task to avoid an overwhelming backlog.
Manage Interruptions with Team
- Communicate with your team about shared goals like leaving work on time.
- Batch interruptions and set specific times for questions to improve focus.