

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 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.

Sep 30, 2023 • 6min
Second Cup: Watch those recurring fees
The hosts discuss the importance of reviewing recurring payments and subscriptions to save money, revealing how subscriptions can end up costing more than expected and suggesting strategies to cut unnecessary ones. The host expresses appreciation for the advice given by Joel and Matt regarding recurring fees and subscriptions, highlighting that being mindful of these expenses can free up cash for more enjoyable things.

Sep 29, 2023 • 5min
Find a better word
Explore the importance of selecting the right word in writing and strategies for enhancing clarity and impact. Discover how to find alternatives for tired and imprecise words to improve clarity and enjoyment for readers.

Sep 28, 2023 • 6min
Last verse, like the first
Explore the importance of repeating the beginning in the end, how it enhances writing, and the Chekhov principle. Discover the power of evoking the beginning at the end of a journey or experience. Learn about autopilot thinking and the THINK STRONG summer campaign, and find job opportunities with Express Employment Professionals.


