Laura McClellan

The Productive Woman

A podcast intended to help busy women find the tools and the encouragement to manage their lives, their time, their stress, and their stuff so they can accomplish the things that matter most to them.

Author

Laura McClellan

Category

Education

Podcast website

theproductivewoman.com

Latest episode

Apr 15, 2026

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Episodes

Productive Reading: Digital Minimalism, by Cal Newport – TPW366 29.09.2021

In this episode we continue our recurring “Productive Reading” series, this time talking about my key takeaways from Digital Minimalism, by Cal Newport. (Spoiler alert: I HIGHLY recommend this book.)

Productive Living: Span of Control, with Carey Lohrenz – TPW365 22.09.2021

In this latest episode of our 2021 Productive Living series, Navy fighter pilot, bestselling author, and mom Carey Lohrenz and I talk about formulating a plan for success by focusing on your span of control.

Productivity for Free – TPW364 15.09.2021

Productivity doesn't have to be costly. This week I share ideas for free productivity tools that can help you accomplish more of what matters to you.

Back to School (as an adult) – TPW363 08.09.2021

In this episode we discuss returning to school as an adult student and how to balance your studies and other responsibilities, while still making time for yourself.

Creating Productive Routines – TPW362 01.09.2021

Developing intentional and purposeful routines can make a big difference in our day-to-day productivity.

Using Words Productively – TPW361 25.08.2021

Using words productively calls for intentionality but can maximize our positive impact on the world around us.

Productive Living: Mental Health, with Scout Sobel – TPW360 18.08.2021

In this latest installment of our 2021 Productive Living series, Scout Sobel and I talk about mental health & productivity--feeling safe in your emotions, living in alignment, and going after your dreams.

15 Productive Things You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less – TPW359 11.08.2021

We don't always have big chunks of time to devote to particular tasks or projects. Let's look at some ways to be productive when we only have a few minutes.

Recent Finds – Productivity Resource Discoveries – TPW358 04.08.2021

This week I'm sharing some recently discovered productivity resources that you might find helpful as well!

Productive Living: Self Care, with Jaime McLaughlin – TPW357 28.07.2021

Self-care matters! In this installment of the Productive Living series beauty expert Jaime McLaughlin and I talk about quick and easy daily self-care that helps us be productive, efficient, and present for what matters most.

How to Enjoy Rest – TPW356 21.07.2021

We can give ourselves permission to rest, relax and recharge without feeling guilty about it. It's possible to make time for rest, enjoy it, and still be productive.

Simple Way to Manage To-Dos – TPW355 14.07.2021

Looking for a simple but effective way to get your to-do list under control? That's our topic on this week's episode of The Productive Woman podcast.

Getting Back on Track – TPW354 07.07.2021

No matter the reason, when you've let things slide for a while, getting back on track can feel like an overwhelming task. Let's talk about some tips that can help tame the chaos and reestablish some control.

Mid-Year Checkin – TPW353 30.06.2021

Mid-year is a good time to pause and reflect. Are you happy with how the year has gone so far?

Productive Living: Lifestyle Medicine, with Sarah Keyes – TPW352 23.06.2021

Join Physician Assistant Sarah Keyes and me in this latest episode of the Productive Living series as we talk about how to taking care of our health by making simple but meaningful lifestyle choices--and giving ourselves grace along the way.

Doing Things Badly – TPW351 16.06.2021

This week I discuss our fears surrounding trying new things and why doing things badly can be very productive.

Prioritizing Your Passions, with Mary Sutton – TPW350 09.06.2021

Multi-published mystery author and full-time technical writer Mary Sutton and I chat about committing to your passions and finding time for “your” stuff amidst the things you “have” to do.

Productive Reading: Effortless – TPW349 02.06.2021

The most essential things don't have to be so hard. In this newest installment of our recurring Productive Reading series I'm sharing my key takeaways from Greg McKeown's new book, Effortless.

Productive Living: Getting Dinner on the Table, with Kelly Senyei – TPW348 26.05.2021

In a continuation of the 2021 Productive Living series, I talk with chef, cookbook author, and mom Kelly Senyei about feeding our families, maximizing our productivity, and giving ourselves grace.

10 Unproductive Things to Stop Doing – TPW347 19.05.2021

Sometimes in order to make space in our lives for the good and productive things, we need to weed out the unproductive things--things we do habitually that don’t serve us.  In this episode we're talking about 10 unproductive things we can stop doing to be more productive.

Productive Living: Women and Leadership, with Lydia Fenet – TPW346 12.05.2021

Author, auctioneer, and NYC mom Lydia Fenet and I talk about leading with confidence, negotiating for what you're worth, and networking like a pro.

Personal Productivity: 10 Things You Might Not Know About Me – TPW345 05.05.2021

Since productivity is such a personal thing, I thought it might be fun to share a few things you might not know about me and how they affect my productivity. I invite you to do an inventory of the personal factors that affect your productivity. 

Productive Living: Finding Peace In Our Parenting, with Lynyetta Willis – TPW344 28.04.2021

Psychologist Dr. Lynyetta Willis and I discuss parenting, productivity, and family empowerment.

Five Ways To Get Started – TPW343 21.04.2021

How do you get started when faced with paralyzing overwhelm? In this episode I share 5 tips that can help.

Building Meaningful Relationships in a Virtual World, with Betsy Hays – TPW342 14.04.2021

Author and college professor Betsy Hays and I talk about how we can build and nurture professional and personal relationships through virtual networking.

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