

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
Mentioned books

Mar 18, 2024 • 47min
The Secret to Better Boundaries: How Clear Communication Can Radically Change the Way You Manage Your Time featuring Blair Broussard
Ever find it tough to set and actually keep your boundaries? Maybe you take your work home every night, or you struggle to have those tricky conversations with friends and family. Meet Blair Broussard, a pro at setting boundaries with kindness and radical candor. Find out how to reclaim your time (and sanity!) by effectively communicating your boundaries using Blair’s tips. Show notes for Episode 218

Mar 11, 2024 • 23min
What about ME? How to Find Time for Yourself When Your Schedule is Packed
Discover practical strategies for finding 'Me Time' in a busy schedule, the importance of self-care, creating a personalized 'Me Time Menu', overcoming guilt, and connecting with a supportive community for inspiration.

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Mar 4, 2024 • 28min
The Art of Enough: How to Break the Cycle of Overwhelm and Overcommitment
Learn how to break the cycle of overcommitment and overwhelm with strategies for prioritization, quitting overwhelming commitments, strategic delegation, and transitioning to a balanced time management approach for improved well-being and productivity.

5 snips
Feb 26, 2024 • 26min
Not Enough Hours in the Day? 5 Reasons Why You're Overcommitted and Overwhelmed
Dive into the reasons behind feeling overcommitted and overwhelmed. Explore setting boundaries, managing relationships, and regaining control for a balanced life.

Feb 19, 2024 • 22min
How to Organize Your Day When Everything Feels Overwhelming
Explore practical ways to organize your day when feeling overwhelmed. Learn about the overwhelm management map, prioritizing tasks with boulders, big rocks, and pebbles, and categorizing tasks into must-do, should-do, could-do, and want-to. Discover strategies for handling challenging days and avoiding overwhelm.

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Feb 12, 2024 • 51min
The Cure for Burnout: How the Right Mindset and Healthy Boundaries Can Help You Beat Burnout with Emily Ballesteros
Emily Ballesteros, burnout coach, discusses her journey recovering from burnout, managing time to prevent it, and her best tips for anyone dealing with burnout. Topics include setting boundaries, mindset shift, time management, stress management, and personal care.

Feb 5, 2024 • 20min
Unraveling Procrastination: The Art of Doing What You Don't Want To Do
How do I make myself do things I don’t want to do?! It’s a question I get a LOT. We all deal with procrastination – it’s a universal battle. Tune in to learn why you procrastinate, quick tips to create an environment of focus, and practical strategies to overcome procrastination (even if you struggle with discipline!). Show notes for Episode 212 Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

4 snips
Jan 29, 2024 • 24min
What’s Your Problem? 3 Tricky Time Management Roadblocks That Might Be Holding You Back
Unpack three major roadblocks people face when trying to take control of their time. Explore the common struggle with time management problems and the tendency to search for external solutions instead of identifying the root cause. Break free from the cycle of perfectionism and find a balance between perfectionism and efficiency. Understand the Pomodori method as a time management technique and tailor time management to your personality. Learn how self-awareness can lead to successful time management strategies.

Jan 24, 2024 • 14min
Anna Unedited: An Authentic Look at How I Deal When Life Goes Haywire
If there’s one thing we’ve all learned by now it’s that life isn’t meant to be lived between the curveballs. Life IS curveballs. If we’re always waiting for life to “settle down” we’ll never do anything worthwhile. Buckle up, because in this (mostly) unscripted, unedited episode I’m sharing a personal look at what life has looked like lately, and how I’ve been handling the curveballs along the way. Cick here to become a member of the It's About Time Academy!

9 snips
Jan 15, 2024 • 23min
The 90/90/1 Morning Routine: Your Secret to Success in 2024?
Explore the buzzworthy 90/90/1 morning routine for achieving goals, with tips on adapting it to unpredictable schedules. Find the right time management method, embrace imperfection, and celebrate small wins. Discover the power of the 90-91 rule and practical tips to implement it.