

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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Oct 9, 2023 • 5min
Spend a night on memory lane
Make an evening special with intentional nostalgia by looking through old photos or cards, encouraging a change in narrative and appreciation of the good things in life.

Oct 8, 2023 • 9min
Second Cup: Nail your year-end review
Learn how to maximize your year-end review by highlighting achievements and collecting testimonials. Prepare for your review by having candid conversations, addressing productivity issues, and setting career and compensation goals.

Oct 7, 2023 • 6min
Second Cup: How to get rich quicker
Learn how minimizing investment fees can maximize returns and impact retirement savings. Discover low-cost alternatives offered by companies like Vanguard, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab. Understand the importance of verifying investment fees and how they can impact your future. Find out how a simple Google search can provide you with necessary information. Be aware that paying attention to fees is crucial for your financial future.

Oct 6, 2023 • 5min
Knock knock
Discover the benefits of knowing a few well-rehearsed jokes and how they can enhance your interactions with others. Gain tips on selecting appropriate jokes for any situation.

Oct 5, 2023 • 5min
Check multiple boxes
Discover the benefits of engaging in activities that fulfill multiple needs simultaneously, learn examples of activities that check multiple boxes, and reflect on your own experiences with these types of activities.

Oct 4, 2023 • 5min
Keep gas in your tank
Learn the importance of being prepared and keeping 'gas in your tank' both literally and figuratively to avoid unnecessary stress and handle unexpected situations with ease.

Oct 3, 2023 • 8min
Substance first, balance after that
Exploring the importance of prioritizing work substance and finding fulfillment, rather than solely focusing on work-life balance.

Oct 2, 2023 • 6min
Express Services Presents: Objective Unlocked!
Listen to Olivia, an Express Employment Professionals Operations Manager, and her associate Leon, as they discuss the challenges of job hunting in non-urban areas, the importance of personal connections, and Leon's journey of overcoming obstacles to find a meaningful job in the industrial industry.

Oct 2, 2023 • 6min
Choose a random calendar date
Learn how to remind your future self of things you'd like to do by choosing a random calendar date. Find out how using random dates can help you remember books and other forgettable activities. Discover the power of putting tasks on random calendar dates to stay organized and avoid missing important events.

Oct 1, 2023 • 4min
The New Corner Office: Work outside
Discover the advantages of working in an outdoor environment, including improved mood, reduced anxiety, and increased focus and creativity. Learn about different outdoor workspaces and tasks to maximize the benefits of working outside.