Before Breakfast
In each bite-sized, daily episode of Before Breakfast, host Laura Vanderkam shares a time management strategy or an answer to a listener’s schedule question. How can listeners make the most of their time, both at work and at home? The mission is to give listeners practical tools to feel less busy and get more done.
Latest episodes
Mar 22, 2025 • 9min
Second Cup: Like all but 20 percent
Discover how job satisfaction often hinges on finding the right balance between positive and negative experiences. Significant dissatisfaction might be a sign that it's time for a change, encouraging self-reflection on work life. Plus, connect with exciting promotions for spring beauty products and fashion finds, including a much-loved nap dress, ensuring you stay stylish while you assess your career happiness.
Mar 21, 2025 • 6min
Track downtime at work
Discover the importance of tracking downtime at work, especially in roles requiring constant presence. Learn how recognizing those inactive moments can lead to personal growth and better meet employer needs. The podcast highlights the value of using time-tracking apps to identify wasted time and encourages engaging in meaningful activities like reading or professional development. Don't let downtime go to waste—transform it into an opportunity for productivity and personal satisfaction!
Mar 20, 2025 • 5min
Micro-adventures make downtime more fun
Figure out what you can do at home, or in small bits of timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 19, 2025 • 22min
Try tiny experiments, with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff shares tips for taking little steps to make life betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 18, 2025 • 5min
A better way to clear the decks
Get started on tomorrow's little tasks todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 17, 2025 • 4min
Celebrate little holidays
Seize opportunities for feeling festive, wherever you find themSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 16, 2025 • 6min
Second Cup: Re-assess your safety nets
What makes you braver, and what is holding you back?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 15, 2025 • 6min
Second Cup: Make a moonshot map
Plot how to get from where you are to where you want to beSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 14, 2025 • 5min
More please
Figure out what you enjoyed in the past to have more fun nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 13, 2025 • 5min
Everything is research
Discover how everyday experiences can serve as powerful sources of inspiration and knowledge. The discussion highlights the idea that every interaction holds potential for personal and professional growth. Engaging stories from various industries illustrate how diverse activities can spark creativity and enhance skills. Tune in to learn how to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary insights!
