The Bright Method Podcast: Realistic Time Management and Productivity for Working Women & Working Moms
Ready for a time management approach that is actually designed for professional working women – ones that help you lighten the mental load, draw boundaries with more confidence, focus on the important (not just urgent) stuff at work, and be present with friends and family?
Podcast host, Kelly Nolan, an attorney-turned-time management strategist, mom of two, and creator of the Bright Method™, delivers practical, realistic time management strategies tailored for busy professional women, working moms, and ambitious women juggling careers and home life.
We cover topics like:
How to time-block in a way that actually works and avoid common time-blocking mistakes,
How to manage the mental load around all of our roles at work and at home,
How to handle work deadlines with less stress and scramble,
How to keep distractions in check, from social media to people swinging by your office, and
How to plan in a realistic way so you can feel on top of it all and avoid overcommitment.
Whether you're a lawyer, physician, executive, woman in corporate, professor, entrepreneur, or any woman navigating a full plate, this podcast gives you tools to design a sustainable system that works for your real life—not a Pinterest-perfect version of it.
Follow now, and let's get you falling asleep proud of what you got done today and calm about what's on tap tomorrow.
Latest episodes
Mar 18, 2024 • 17min
46. Work Travel: Time Management Strategies for Working Women Who Travel for Work
In my most recent 8-week Bright Method program, during one of the corporate breakout sessions, work travel came up – specifically, how to leverage the Bright Method when you travel for work frequently. It was a great example of how we can use Bright Method strategies in a specific scenario to bring more clarity and peace of mind to our lives, so I figured I'd share here for those in a similar spot. Enjoy – and share with a friend who travels often! 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.
Mar 11, 2024 • 26min
45. Motivating to do the things you calendared
A woman emailed me asking me about having the self-discipline to do the task you calendared when the time rolls around. Let's discuss! Resources mentioned: Bright Method episode on the year of ease (and energy, in general): Episode no. 9 Episode on procrastination by Kara Lowentheil: Listen on Apple here Listen on Spotify here To take my free 5-day program, the Reset and Refresh, click here: https://kellynolan.com/reset-refresh. 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.
Mar 4, 2024 • 30min
44. Dr. Sarah Hart-Unger & Paper Planners, Planning Privilege, and Digital Detox
Time management is incredibly personal, and not everyone wants to go all in on a digital calendar(s) like I teach. Because of that, I'm thrilled to have Dr. Sarah Hart-Unger on the podcast to discuss how she manages her life with a paper planner. We also discuss planning privilege and digital detoxing. Enjoy! To learn more about Sarah, her podcasts, courses, and newsletter, visit theshubox.com 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.
Feb 26, 2024 • 15min
43. Five Strategies to Improve Your Meetings
Learn practical strategies to improve meetings, including setting clear objectives, structured agendas, and specific goals. Find out how to enhance efficiency with buffer time between meetings, clear action steps, and timers. Discover key strategies for effective meeting management, respecting others' time for more engaging discussions.
Feb 19, 2024 • 33min
42. Overcoming Burnout with Dr. Shanika Esparaz
Dr. Shanika Esparaz, a double board-certified physician, shares her burnout journey and recovery strategies. She emphasizes self-care and finding happiness in the present. The podcast discusses balancing goals, setting boundaries, and prioritizing work-life balance in the medical field.
Feb 12, 2024 • 18min
41. When Your Calendar Overwhelms You
Putting everything in your calendar we do in the Bright Method can be overwhelming. Let's go over reasons why it's worth playing through the discomfort. 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.
Feb 5, 2024 • 26min
40. When is Hard Work Worth It?
This is a little outside my lane but relevant to many women I work with, so let's discuss when hard work is worth it – and when it's not. Resources mentioned: Years are Short spreadsheet Career coach/consultant recommendations (recommended by others; I have not worked with any of these people) 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.
Jan 29, 2024 • 43min
39. Dr. Chelsea Pierotti on Managing Stressful & High-Pressure Situations
Dr. Chelsea Pierotti, social psychology professor and mental performance coach, shares strategies for managing stress in high-pressure situations. She discusses the importance of self-awareness, effort, and separating success from outcome. The podcast also explores practical strategies for enhancing performance, finding work-life balance, and aligning goals with values.
Jan 22, 2024 • 23min
38. Limited time is frustrating – How to feel more empowered
Explore the frustration and challenges of managing limited time, and learn how to embrace it and use time management systems effectively. Discover strategies for making intentional decisions, taking control of projects and personal life, and prioritizing tasks to maximize productivity and create growth opportunities.
Jan 15, 2024 • 13min
37. Time Management is a System Failure – Not a Character Flaw
If you're struggling with time management, a critical thing to realize is that your time management struggles are not a character flaw – they're just symptoms of you using a system you likely learned around middle school to manage your ever-more-complicated life. Let's talk about it – and what to do about it. To jump into a Bright Method program, click here. 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.
