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

In this engaging discussion, life coach Michelle Gauthier, host of the Overwhelmed Working Woman podcast, tackles the pervasive issue of people pleasing among high-achieving women. They explore how this tendency can sabotage personal time and goals, and share insights on recognizing subtle cues of people pleasing. Michelle introduces her "Love & Fit" test to help assess requests, offers specific phrases to say no confidently, and suggests gamifying the process of reclaiming time. This episode is packed with practical strategies for setting boundaries and embracing a more intentional life.

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Adulting comes with its share of heavy responsibilities. The discussion reveals the importance of updating wills and trusts, especially after moving. Personal experiences shed light on tackling these daunting tasks amidst everyday chaos. Listeners gain practical tips for managing estate planning effectively. The conversation also highlights how these preparations can offer peace of mind and lessen burdens on loved ones. It's all about making adulting a bit lighter!

Discover practical time management strategies specifically designed for new parents navigating the newborn phase. Explore the unique challenges of parenting different children and the importance of tailoring approaches to each child's needs. Learn how technology and support networks can ease the complexities of this life transition. The discussion also emphasizes self-care and mental health awareness, providing actionable tips on outsourcing tasks and improving daily routines for better efficiency.

Emily Dion Hill, a Principal and portfolio manager at an Atlanta investment firm, discusses the intricate relationship women have with money. She emphasizes the emotional challenges faced in financial management and the need for supportive dialogues in the industry. The conversation dives into unique strategies for financial wellness, highlighting the confidence gap and the importance of regular financial check-ins. Additionally, Emily introduces tools like Copilot for better household budgeting, and shares insights on cultivating consistent financial habits to empower women.

Coming out of January and February, months when lots of curveballs hit, it's hard to motivate to plan after likely weeks of plans getting derailed. Let's talk about that frustration – AND why it's still worth planning (even when those plans later get derailed).  Ep. 8 gives you a high-level overview of my weekly planning session if you're curious. A full transcript of this episode is available on my website about two weeks after the episode is published. To find it, click here and then select the episode. -- To take my free 5-day program, the Reset and Refresh, click here: https://kellynolan.com/reset-refresh. To learn more about and sign up for the Bright Method 8-week program, click here: https://kellynolan.com/the-bright-method-time-management-course-with-kelly-nolan. I also share actionable bite-sized time management strategies on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/_kellynolan_/. Come hang out with me there!

Discover how self-imposed deadlines often lead to unnecessary stress for working women and moms. Learn to recognize the power of self-awareness to transform urgency into thoughtful time management. Explore actionable strategies to prioritize well-being without sacrificing performance. Uncover the benefits of reframing your perceptions and holding yourself accountable for a more balanced approach to work. Embrace a new mindset that encourages quality over frantic rushes!

We've talked about how to handle sick kids at home (resources on that below), but what about all of the scheduled days off of school. Someone asked me to discuss those days, so let's do it! Sick kid resources: Eps. 26 and 27 of this podcast (though missing some updated info in the article) This article - tip 1 contains the updated information Other kid-related resources mentioned: What do working moms do in the summer - 12 practical strategies 13 strategies to plan for maternity leave Career or Kids: When to stay, leave, or scale down your career for kids – at least for now A full transcript of this episode is available on my website about two weeks after the episode is published. To find it, click here and then select the episode. -- To take my free 5-day program, the Reset and Refresh, click here: https://kellynolan.com/reset-refresh. To learn more about and sign up for the Bright Method 8-week program, click here: https://kellynolan.com/the-bright-method-time-management-course-with-kelly-nolan. I also share actionable bite-sized time management strategies on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/_kellynolan_/. Come hang out with me there!

Many professional women experience resistance when trying to implement effective time management. The discussion delves into common psychological barriers, such as perfectionism and the fear of facing overwhelming workloads. Highlighting the importance of actionable calendaring techniques, the podcast encourages listeners to take proactive steps. A charming fable illustrates how confronting discomfort can lead to growth. Plus, insights into diverse daily routines from women at various professions foster community and relatability.

So often, we calendar a deadline or an event and think either there's not much that goes into it or we'll just remember what do to for it. But when you actually write down everything that goes into it, it's a surprising lot of stuff, takes up more time than we realize, and the sheer volume of things explains why we forget to do some of it every time.  Let's talk workflows, their benefits, how to do them (simplicity is great!), and walk through an example relating to personal travel.  Resources mentioned: The travel checklist: https://kellynolan.com/travel-checklist  The work travel podcast episode: ep. 46 The article about how to check out of work for a vacation: https://kellynolan.com/vacation/ (please see the publish date – always cracks me up) A full transcript of this episode is available on my website about two weeks after the episode is published. To find it, click here and then select the episode. -- To take my free 5-day program, the Reset and Refresh, click here: https://kellynolan.com/reset-refresh. To learn more about and sign up for the Bright Method 8-week program, click here: https://kellynolan.com/the-bright-method-time-management-course-with-kelly-nolan. I also share actionable bite-sized time management strategies on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/_kellynolan_/. Come hang out with me there!