The Bright Method Podcast: Realistic Time Management and Productivity for Working Women & Working Moms

Time zones can feel like a small detail, but they can lead to scheduling chaos! Discover smart strategies for clarifying time zones when booking meetings. Learn how to calendar flights and label events carefully to avoid confusion. Plus, get insights on handling unique cases like Arizona's daylight savings quirks. Don't let time zone challenges disrupt your productivity; trust your calendar and stay organized!

I get asked a few times a year whether I theme my workdays – e.g., Marketing Mondays, Admin Tuesdays, Finances on Wednesdays. While I'm sure this works for some (and keep on keeping on if it works for you!), I'll explain why it hasn't worked for me – and what I do instead. Links you might enjoy: 🌿 Free 5-Day Time Management Program Get five short, practical video lessons packed with realistic strategies to help you manage your personal and professional life with more clarity and calm. 📱 Follow me on Instagram Get bite-sized, real-life time management tips for working women—like reminders to set mail holds before travel, anonymous day-in-the-life calendars from other professional women, and behind-the-scenes looks at how I manage my own time. ✨ The full Bright Method™️ program If you're ready for a full time management system that's realistic, sustainable, and dare I say… fun, check out the Bright Method program. It's helped hundreds of professional women take back control of their time—and their peace of mind.

Discover why relying on AI for time management might not be the best choice. Kelly shares an unsettling story about executives asking AI for strategic decisions. She emphasizes that time allocation is key to achieving personal and professional goals. The discussion touches on the limits of AI tools, which often miss the nuances of life seasons and human relationships. Ultimately, Kelly urges listeners to own their time-management choices, highlighting practical uses for AI without compromising their decision-making.

This discussion dives into the pitfalls of all-or-nothing thinking, especially as responsibilities grow. The host shares a personal journey about returning to fitness with a realistic once-a-week plan. Listener reactions reveal common doubts about smaller commitments. There's a focus on how consistent, albeit smaller efforts, can lead to meaningful progress. The podcast encourages experimenting with manageable goals and highlights the importance of sustainability over perfection.

Discover how flexibility and accountability can redefine your approach to time management. Learn why rigid schedules can be limiting as life changes. Hear real-life examples of women integrating personal needs into their workdays while maintaining high standards. Explore the importance of developing a time-management system that's adaptable rather than a fixed schedule. Lastly, uncover the signs of when flexibility becomes overwhelming and how to assess your workload realistically.

Today I'm digging into why I don't recommend managing your to-dos inside Google Tasks or Apple Reminders—even though they're handy and even show up in your calendar. The short version: they lock every task into the same tiny time block, which hides how long your work will actually take and muddies your sense of capacity. Google Tasks vs. Apple Reminders isn't the core issue—the real problem is that both ignore duration, so your calendar can't reflect reality. We walk through: How a digital calendar plus flexible time blocking gives you the clarity you want: when you'll do it, how long it will take, and whether it fits with everything else – and Google Tasks and Apple Reminders do not Using your calendar to break big items into bite-sized steps (e.g., renewing a license or sending a birthday card) and spread them across time – again, Google Tasks and Apple Reminders do not really allow for this Why accurate capacity planning beats "15-minute task tiles" for reducing stress and avoiding overcommitment. Links you might enjoy: 🌿 Free 5-Day Time Management Program Get five short, practical video lessons packed with realistic strategies to help you manage your personal and professional life with more clarity and calm. 📱 Follow me on Instagram Get bite-sized, real-life time management tips for working women—like reminders to set mail holds before travel, anonymous day-in-the-life calendars from other professional women, and behind-the-scenes looks at how I manage my own time. ✨ The full Bright Method™️ program If you're ready for a full time management system that's realistic, sustainable, and dare I say… fun, check out the Bright Method program. It's helped hundreds of professional women take back control of their time—and their peace of mind.

Saying no can be tough, especially to tempting opportunities. A personal story highlights the importance of prioritizing family time over potential business gains. Evaluating the true cost of commitments is crucial, as is recognizing the difference between scarcity and abundance mindsets. The episode emphasizes the power of pausing before making decisions and how saying no can reinforce boundaries and personal integrity. Plus, there’s a twist of generosity as a colleague is recommended for the opportunity, proving collaboration can flourish alongside boundaries.

Halloween is more than just a spooky night—it's a prime example of hidden mental load that sneaks up on busy parents. The discussion highlights how effective calendaring can ease the chaos. Learn practical tips for planning everything from costumes to candy logistics. Discover the power of annual event repeats and weekly planning to streamline your future preparation. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to reclaim their time and sanity during the holiday season!

Discover practical strategies to tackle common work time management challenges faced by women. Learn how to set clear boundaries to minimize interruptions during office hours. Explore techniques for breaking down ambitious projects into manageable steps and the importance of realistic time estimation. Address the frustration of long commutes by turning them into valuable time for learning or self-care. These tips and insights aim to help you reclaim control over your time and enhance productivity.

In this discussion, the host challenges the notion that efficiency equals happiness. They advocate for prioritizing peace and clarity over mere productivity. The conversation highlights the importance of creating breathing space in our busy lives to reduce stress and increase joy. Practical strategies include padding your calendar and letting go of unnecessary commitments. Grounding questions are proposed to help reflect on desired life pace and feelings, emphasizing the idea that less stress can lead to better quality work and more fulfillment.