It's About Time | Time Management & Productivity for Work Life & Balance
Anna Dearmon Kornick
Welcome to It’s About Time, a podcast about work, life and balance. Around here, we believe that busy is *not* a badge of honor, and that success and stress don’t have to go hand in hand.
Each week, host Anna Dearmon Kornick shares time management tips, productivity strategies and real-life advice to help YOU make the most of your time.
From setting goals and staying focused, to making time for your family and self-care, Anna answers your toughest questions so you can stop spinning your wheels and start getting things done. Life is messy, so Anna doesn’t hold back from sharing stories of personal struggle alongside the successes.
In addition to deep-dive how-to episodes with valuable takeaways that you can start implementing today, Anna interviews other go-getters to find out how they juggle careers, businesses, family, personal development, travel and more.
If you’re ready to step away from the overwhelm and spend your time on what matters most, you’re in the right place.
Each week, host Anna Dearmon Kornick shares time management tips, productivity strategies and real-life advice to help YOU make the most of your time.
From setting goals and staying focused, to making time for your family and self-care, Anna answers your toughest questions so you can stop spinning your wheels and start getting things done. Life is messy, so Anna doesn’t hold back from sharing stories of personal struggle alongside the successes.
In addition to deep-dive how-to episodes with valuable takeaways that you can start implementing today, Anna interviews other go-getters to find out how they juggle careers, businesses, family, personal development, travel and more.
If you’re ready to step away from the overwhelm and spend your time on what matters most, you’re in the right place.
Episodes
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Aug 11, 2025 • 21min
Do You Need an “Anna Day?” An Inside-Look at my Quarterly Reset Ritual for Staying Motivated, Energized and Sane as a Working Mom
Discover the transformative concept of dedicating a day for self-care, termed 'Anna Day.' This practice energizes and motivates busy moms, allowing for a much-needed quarterly recharge. Learn practical steps to prioritize personal time amidst life's chaos and the significance of setting boundaries. Gain insights on how scheduled self-care can sharpen focus and keep you grounded, ensuring you stay balanced even on the busiest of days.
Aug 4, 2025 • 49min
Downloads, Docs & Desktop Disasters: How to Organize Your Digital Clutter in 5 Simple Folders
Join Tracy Hoth, a professional organizer and certified life coach, as she shares her secrets to conquering digital clutter. Discover a simple five-step method to organize files that even the most disorganized can master. Tracy emphasizes the need for a consistent naming system and personal strategies to streamline your digital life. With a blend of mindset shifts and practical tips, she makes decluttering feel achievable. Get ready to reclaim your time and reduce stress with her empowering approach!
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Jul 28, 2025 • 48min
Align Your Time: How to Elevate Your Energy, Schedule, and Purpose in Just 60 Seconds with Lacey Newman
Lacey Newman, a top 1% luxury listing agent and founder of The Elevated Agent Collective, shares her powerful insights on waking up with purpose and energy. She discusses the importance of honoring your energy rhythms as a key time management tool. Lacey reveals a 60-second strategy to kickstart your week and emphasizes the balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship. Listeners will learn about 'ritual pairing' to merge enjoyment with productivity and the significance of aligning intentions for a joyful life.
Jul 21, 2025 • 51min
When Time Isn’t Enough: How to Thrive Through Grief when the World Expects You to Keep Going featuring Krista St-Germain
Krista St-Germain, a Master Certified Life Coach and grief expert, offers profound insights on navigating loss and post-traumatic growth. She discusses recognizing 'grief plateaus' and provides a framework for healing that adapts over time. The conversation touches on the societal pressures surrounding productivity during grief, and the vital role of support systems in reclaiming joy after loss. Krista emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and the dual process of oscillating between grief and recovery, highlighting that healing is a continual journey.
Jul 14, 2025 • 51min
Simple, Intentional, and Imperfect: How to Declutter Your Home, Mind, and Schedule with Sarah Horgan
Sarah Horgan, host of the Simple and Intentional podcast, is a decluttering expert who empowers women to simplify their lives. She discusses her journey of overcoming perfectionism and how embracing imperfection can lead to greater productivity. The conversation dives into the importance of aligning commitments with personal values and adopting a 'done is better than perfect' mindset. Listeners learn practical strategies for decluttering their spaces and minds, fostering a more intentional and fulfilling life through self-awareness and mindful engagement.
Jul 7, 2025 • 56min
Subtract to Multiply Your Time: Why Doing Less Is the Secret to Having More with Eleanor Beaton
Join Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media and host of the Woman Owned Podcast, as she reveals her powerful 'subtract to multiply' philosophy for growth. She discusses her bold decision to cut 65% of her audience to triple her business success. Eleanor shares practical strategies for pruning priorities, managing overwhelm, and balancing personal fulfillment with family life. Discover how focusing on less can lead to more effective time management and a rejuvenated sense of empowerment for women entrepreneurs.
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Jun 30, 2025 • 45min
Start Small, Grow Big: The Surprisingly Small Secret to Finishing BIG Projects and Getting Organized with Tasha Lorentz
Tasha Lorentz, host of the Get Organized HQ Podcast, is an expert in decluttering and organization. She shares her journey of transforming overwhelming projects into manageable tasks by starting small. Tasha emphasizes that organization should evolve with your life stages and discusses practical strategies like time-blocking. The conversation highlights the importance of community support and adaptability in achieving balance. Listeners will learn that ongoing organization is a journey, not a destination, encouraging continuous improvement and self-awareness.
Jun 23, 2025 • 43min
Permission Granted: How to Make Time for Your Dreams in the Middle of Real Life featuring Lena Taylor
In this engaging conversation, Lena Taylor, a dynamic speaker and creator of the Flipping Gorgeous YouTube channel, encourages women to overcome fear and pursue their dreams. She shares her personal journey of self-reinvention during the pandemic, highlighting practical strategies to tackle big goals. The discussion also spans the challenges of balancing motherhood with personal ambitions, emphasizing innovative time management techniques. Lena introduces her empowering PLEDGE framework, inviting listeners to commit to their aspirations and redefine success.
Jun 16, 2025 • 49min
Fair Play, Real Talk: How to Lighten Your Invisible Mental Load and Get the Support You Need at Home and Beyond featuring Katelyn Denning
Katelyn Denning, a certified life and executive coach specializing in the Fair Play Method, joins the conversation to discuss the invisible mental load often borne by busy parents. She shares strategies for making household responsibilities more visible and equitable. The dialogue includes insights on balancing careers and family life, integrating hobbies for self-care, and the importance of involving children in chores. Katelyn emphasizes effective communication and understanding personal strengths to foster shared responsibilities, enhancing overall well-being.
Jun 9, 2025 • 47min
Productivity Without the Pressure: How to Slow Down without Falling Behind featuring Hilary Billings
Hilary Billings, an international speaker and CEO of Attentioneers, shares her insights on sustainable productivity. She challenges the hustle culture, advocating for syncing productivity with life’s natural rhythms. Hilary discusses the importance of rest during slower seasons to fuel growth in busier times. She emphasizes authenticity in content creation and the balance between creativity and structure. The conversation highlights the ongoing journey of balancing personal and professional demands, encouraging self-awareness and intentional living.
