Before Breakfast
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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.
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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!
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Mar 2, 2025 • 6min
Second Cup: Efficiency isn't everything
Find out how efficiency shouldn't overshadow personal joy in your daily life. Explore the art of delegation and maintaining fulfillment, even in a busy work environment. Discover the balance between productivity and personal satisfaction, reflecting on what truly brings you joy and why feedback matters. Embrace the creative process and learn to appreciate the journey, not just the results, to enhance the quality of your work.
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Mar 1, 2025 • 6min
Second Cup: When you're too tired to read
Feeling drained? Discover mindful alternatives to screen time that keep you engaged without demanding too much energy. Dive into lighter reading, audiobooks, or enjoyable TV shows. Learn how to boost productivity by making low-energy activities easily accessible, enriching those sluggish moments with puzzles, coloring, and more. Plus, get inspired by sharing your own favorite low-energy hobbies!
