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 12, 2025 • 26min
How to be less anxious, with Olga Khazan
Olga Khazan, author of Me, But Better, explores the science of personality changeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 11, 2025 • 4min
Keep a one-line idea list
Make a note when something strikes your fancySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 10, 2025 • 5min
Ask for more convenient appointments
You don't need to take the first slot that's offeredSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 9, 2025 • 6min
Second Cup: Use name tags
Make sure everyone knows who is whoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 8, 2025 • 6min
Second Cup: Laugh out loud
Laughter is the best medicine -- and one you can take frequentlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 7, 2025 • 4min
Choose your alarm sound
Try something calm, rather than the defaultSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 6, 2025 • 5min
Life administration is real work
Personal to-dos take time, so best to build them inSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 5, 2025 • 24min
Manage your team (and life) better, with Sabina Nawaz
In this engaging discussion, Sabina Nawaz, an executive coach and author of "You're the Boss," delves into the challenges of transitioning from individual contributor to manager. She shares insights on the power of 360-degree feedback, emphasizing the need for specific and actionable input. By exploring the influence of micro habits, Sabina reveals how small changes in behavior can lead to significant improvements in leadership and team dynamics. Her practical strategies promise to enhance management skills and build effective workplaces.
Mar 4, 2025 • 6min
How to spring clean your calendar
Smart questions can help you figure out what can goSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 3, 2025 • 6min
Why you should spring clean your calendar
Discover the art of calendar spring cleaning to simplify commitments and boost productivity. Learn how reassessing your schedule can open doors to unexpected opportunities, helping you focus on current priorities. Embrace the benefits of freeing up time for networking and mentoring, all while enhancing your time management skills. It's all about making room for the spontaneous moments that truly matter!
