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Coaching for Leaders

453: Family Productivity, with Bonni Stachowiak

Feb 2, 2020
Bonni Stachowiak, a professor at Vanguard University and host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, dives into family productivity with practical tips. She discusses under-scheduling commitments to create family margins and highlights the success of shared calendars for smooth scheduling. Bonni emphasizes involving kids in household chores, promoting collaboration and responsibility. The conversation also touches on the importance of establishing a family vision and balancing leadership with management to enhance family life.
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Quick takeaways

  • Creating margin in daily schedules is vital for managing unexpected events and fostering a healthier family life.
  • Utilizing organized systems like shared digital calendars and incubation lists enhances communication and clarity of responsibilities within the family.

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The Importance of Margin in Daily Life

Creating margin in daily schedules is essential to effectively manage unexpected events. By allowing buffer time in their agendas, the hosts demonstrate how avoiding tightly packed schedules helps maintain balance. For example, they shared how planning to arrive early for school drop-offs can prevent stressful scenarios, like being late due to traffic. This approach leads to a healthier family life, where spontaneity is embraced and they routinely enjoy unstructured time together.

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