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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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Jan 30, 2024 • 6min
Go with the closer one
Discover the advantages of proximity in various aspects of life and how it can save time and provide convenience. The speaker shares a personal example of a nearby supermarket and emphasizes the value of minimizing travel time. This chapter explores the benefits of choosing a closer option, whether it's for commuting, dance studios, or amenities like gas stations. It emphasizes the impact proximity has on productivity and encourages listeners to prioritize it for a more efficient use of time.

Jan 29, 2024 • 5min
A video is worth 1000 words
Explore the value of using videos as a means of communication for complex information, such as conveying repair problems, assisting novices, and guiding future selves.

Jan 28, 2024 • 5min
Second Cup: Re-read an assigned book
Rediscover the joy of rereading assigned books and find pleasure in well-regarded works that stood the test of time. Explore the advantages of watching Shakespeare's plays in dramatic form and get recommendations for second-time readers.

Jan 27, 2024 • 5min
Second Cup: Stay motivated when progress is slow
Learn strategies to stay motivated in long-term projects, especially when progress is slow. Discover how celebrating wins, focusing on identity, and visualizing success can help maintain motivation.

Jan 26, 2024 • 6min
Check in weekly
Exploring the significance of weekly check-ins for accountability, tracking progress, and remembering important tasks and goals. Learn about planning, evaluating goals, accountability partners, and the usefulness of weekly meetings.

Jan 25, 2024 • 5min
Be yours
Learn how to make any day special by treating yourself and being your own Valentine. Explore the concept of finding joy and happiness within oneself, rather than relying on others. Discover tips on buying yourself the things you would like and teaming up with friends.

Jan 24, 2024 • 5min
Do the easiest part first
Learn a strategy for working through a big project by starting with the easiest part first to gain momentum and overcome frustration.

Jan 23, 2024 • 5min
Just ask for feedback
The podcast discusses the value of asking for feedback and the importance of providing open-ended opportunities for people to share their thoughts and opinions.

Jan 22, 2024 • 8min
Keep the team going
Learn how to effectively communicate and coordinate in team projects, emphasizing the importance of planning. Discover strategies to overcome unforeseen circumstances and ensure uninterrupted progress of the team.

Jan 21, 2024 • 6min
Second Cup: Just because you can doesn’t mean you should
Exploring the challenges of setting boundaries when working remotely and the impact on productivity and career goals. Emphasizing the significance of establishing work boundaries, taking work seriously, and maximizing our time.