
It's About Time | Time Management & Productivity for Work Life & Balance
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.
Latest episodes

Feb 27, 2023 • 15min
Always Late? The 7 Types of Late People & How You Can Stop Being Late
Tired of being the punchline to the “chronically late” joke? Sick of always being stressed out, overwhelmed, and maybe even a little embarrassed about your tardiness? Well my friend, it’s time to break up with your bad habit because in today’s episode, we’re talking all about how to stop being late. You’ll learn the 7 types of late people and get a practical strategy to help you shock everyone by being on time — based on your late-person persona. Shownotes for Episode 164 Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

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Feb 20, 2023 • 11min
It's Not You - It's Them: Why Traditional Time Management Doesn't Always Work
Have you ever wondered why all those time management and productivity “hacks” don’t work for you? It’s not you — it’s them! You don’t need to get up earlier and force yourself into focus mode. Or buy another planner and fancy pens. Or even just make yourself sit down and focus. Traditional time management philosophies fall short because they don’t lead with value and intention — the two main ingredients for creating habits that stick! Learn more about how I do this using the HEART Method in today’s episode. Shownotes for Episode 163 Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

Feb 13, 2023 • 11min
Silence is Golden: The Connection Between Quiet & Productivity
Are you the kind of person who always needs background noise to work? If so, you might be sabotaging your focus! As it turns out, science says that silence really is golden — at least when it comes to being productive. In today’s episode, we’re talking about why silence is so important for focus, and how to find silent moments in your everyday life, even when everything around you feels chaotic. Shownotes for Episode 162 Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

Feb 6, 2023 • 12min
Do You Need a Home Management Team? How to Get Help Around the House
Consider building a home management team to add more time to your life and alleviate stress. Learn about the benefits of hiring help and outsourcing household tasks. Discover various services that can assist with chores and errands, such as Instacart and Shipt. Find out how to prioritize tasks and view building a home management team as an investment in reclaiming time.

Jan 30, 2023 • 48min
How to Manage Your Time with Flexibility: Why Flexibility is One of the Greatest Time Management Tools featuring Nealy Fischer
When we think about finding peace in our day-to-day lives, we might not think about flexibility or “rolling with the punches.” But for my friend Nealy Fischer, flexibility is how she’s created a life she loves — one where she doesn’t dread going to work, feels inspired often, and has time to show up for her family. And it’s how you can too, my friend! In this episode, we’re going to talk about how Nealy got to where she is today and her advice for adopting a more “flexible” approach to life. Shownotes for Episode 160 Keep in touch with Nealy: Website: https://theflexiblechef.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theflexiblechef/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/FlexibleChef/ Thanks to Sunsama for sponsoring this week's episode! Click here to start your 14-day FREE trial! Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

Jan 23, 2023 • 13min
The Real Reason People Give Up on Their New Year’s Resolutions
Discouraged by “failing” or forgetting to make progress on your New Year’s Resolution (or goals in general)? Don’t be — it happens to the best of us! In this episode, I’m covering WHY we lose steam on our resolutions and sharing a few simple yet strategic ways you can get yourself back on track. Shownotes for Episode 159 Thanks to Sunsama for sponsoring this week's episode! Click here to start your 14-day FREE trial! Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

Jan 16, 2023 • 38min
Time Management Freedom & Flexibility: How to Pave Your Own Way featuring Chelsea Petersen
Ever feel like that traditional time management advice doesn't work for you? There’s a reason why — it’s not supposed to! While they may be great generic pieces of advice, they don’t exactly help you find what works best for your schedule. In today’s episode, my friend Chelsea Peterson and I are going to talk about how to make all the adjustments you need so you can make more time for the things you love! Shownotes for Episode 158 Stay in touch with Chelsea: Her Instagram Modern Agent Social Club Thanks to Sunsama for sponsoring this week's episode! Click here to start your 14-day FREE trial! Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

Jan 9, 2023 • 16min
Running Yourself Ragged: What Happens to Your Body When You Go Too Hard For Too Long
Ever been so stressed out that you felt sick? Turns out, it’s not just your imagination! Prolonged stress and sleep deprivation can actually make you sick. But with so much going on in our day-to-day, how do you prevent running yourself ragged without ignoring your responsibilities? Tune in to find out! Thank you to this episode's sponsor Sunsama! Click here to start your 14-day FREE trial Shownotes for Episode 157 Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

Jan 2, 2023 • 42min
How to Hack Your Habits and Transform Your Life featuring Emily Nichols
Do you ever wish you could build better habits faster? You can when you follow Emily Nichol’s guide to habit hacking. The one thing she tells everyone who wants to build better habits? Start small! If you want more nuggets of golden wisdom from Emily and to hear our discussion on how habits can transform your life completely, listen in! Shownotes for Episode 156 Stay in touch with Emily: Instagram Website -------------------------------------------------- Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

Dec 26, 2022 • 36min
How to Be Productive with a Purpose featuring Tanya Dalton
How many times have you thought, “I can do it all,” only to realize that you could NOT, in fact, do it all? We’ve all been there. As mothers, business owners, and women operating in this world, we’re conditioned to believe that we have to do everything ourselves, or we’ve failed in some way. But in this episode of the It’s About Time podcast, I had the chance to chat with Tanya Dalton, author of “The Joy Of Missing Out.” She walked me through her framework for making small huge moves and talked about the gift of delegating in life — whether that’s at home or work! Shownotes for Episode 155 Where to find more of Tanya: Her website Pick up a copy of her book "On Purpose: The Busy Woman's Guide to an Extraordinary Life of Meaning and Success" Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!
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