Time Billionaires: Mindset and Time Management for Work & Life

How do you know if a new productivity tool or decision is actually an improvement over what you’re already doing, or just a distraction? Rebecca shares a simple framework to decide whether a new tool, workflow, or career change is actually going to deliver better results than your current one, and why simple, existing choices often beat new flashy ones. She draws on a recent conversation with Adam...

Could working harder be getting you further from your goals?  In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca speaks with Adam Sandell, medical doctor, clinical assistant professor at the University of British Columbia, lawyer, author, and speaker, who has worked across medicine and law serving vulnerable and marginalized communities. His rigorous scientific approach to research and frameworks on st...

What if a two-minute doodle could help you reduce stress, improve focus, and overcome perfectionism—without adding another task to your to-do list? In this episode of Time Billionaires , Rebecca speaks with Jono Hey, creator of Sketchplanations, author of Big Ideas Little Pictures , and a UC Berkeley PhD. Jono has spent years turning complex ideas from psychology, science, and business into simple...

What if it just took six deep breaths to reset your focus and lower your stress? In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca speaks with Kevin Connelly, a former human trafficking interventionist, who now helps athletes, therapists, first responders, and addiction professionals reduce anxiety and improve performance using intentional breathing. He calls breathwork a high-performance skill, and o...

What if you could lower stress, sharpen focus, and reset your nervous system in less time than it takes to brew a cup of coffee? In this episode of Time Billionaires , Rebecca sits down with Eli Susman, PhD—psychologist, former Harvard researcher, and author of Micropractice —to reveal how science-backed 30-second habits deliver the same cognitive and emotional benefits as hours of traditional med...

In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca draws on her background in performance psychology and leadership development to share how a simple shift in assumption can transform both the challenges you face and the way you connect with others. Rebecca explores how our assumptions shape resilience and interpersonal connection, and why shifting to assume that solutions, and support, are already wit...

How can you create more space in your calendar, protect your energy, and stay productive without burning out? In Part 2 of Rebecca Shaddix’s conversation with Fran Hauser, they explore practical time-management strategies for setting boundaries, avoiding overscheduling, and planning work around your natural energy levels. Fran is the author of the bestselling book “The Myth of the Nice Girl" and t...

What if some of your productivity habits are actually wasting your time? In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca Shaddix speaks with Fran Hauser, author of The Myth of the Nice Girl and the forthcoming book Twenty Minutes Is the New Hour. Fran is a former Fortune 500 executive, startup investor and advisor, and owner of Bedford Books. Fran explains how four common habits—people-pleasing, per...

What if your “bad” habits aren’t actually problems you need to fix? What if you can use them to make work and life easier? In Part 2 of their conversation, Rebecca speaks with Amanda Natividad, marketing leader at SparkToro and co-author of the forthcoming book Zero Click Marketing . Amanda grew her Twitter audience from 700 to more than 100,000 followers in just one year. Her career has also take...

How do you protect your focus when your day is full of interruptions, complex tasks, and constant context-switching? Rebecca speaks with Amanda Natividad, marketing leader at SparkToro and co-author of the forthcoming book Zero Click Marketing, who has built an engaged audience across social media platforms and defined brand categories for tech startups. This episode unpacks how Amanda stays focus...

Why is it so hard to start the habits we want, and stop the ones we don’t, even when what to prioritize?  In part 2 of this conversation, Rebecca speaks with Mark Talaga, performance coach and host of the Hopelessly Gifted podcast, executive functioning specialist. Mark explains that your brain can’t process negatives, so rather than telling yourself “don’t scroll,” you create an identity as someo...

Why do high-achievers struggle with burnout, procrastination, and follow-through, even when they know exactly what they need to do?  In part 1 of this conversation, Rebecca speaks with Mark Talaga, licensed professional counselor, speaker, and founder of the Center for Identity Potential, who has helped gifted, twice-exceptional, and neurodivergent individuals, families, and organizations decode e...

This episode of Time Billionaires explores a simple question: how can quick, intentional micromoments reset your focus and creativity, without changing your schedule? Rebecca shares research-backed micro-practices you can use in under two minutes to reset your nervous system, spark new ideas, and reduce overwhelm during the workday. She explains why brief, body-based breaks such as lying down for...

What if a few minutes of improv could lower your anxiety, sharpen your focus, and help you build stronger relationships before your next meeting? In part 2 of this conversation, Rebecca speaks with David Westerlund, an applied improv teacher who has helped professionals across five countries use improv games and techniques to boost confidence, reduce overwhelm, and show up more fully in their work...

Did you know that you can do improv without performing? And there’s surprising research about the ways improv exercises actually improve your focus, reduce overwhelm, and help you make better use of the small gaps in your day? In part 1 of this conversation, Rebecca speaks with David Westerlund, an applied improv coach with over a decade of experience bringing improv principles to corporate teams,...

What would you do differently today if you could have a conversation with your future self? According to UCLA Anderson School of Management professor Hal Hershfield, probably a lot.  This episode explores practice suggestions to follow through on the intentions we set for ourselves, because willpower alone almost never works consistently enough to be an effective strategy. Hal shares new research...

What if the small moments you're rushing through or scrolling away are actually the ones that determine your long-term focus, wellbeing, and productivity? In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca speaks with Hal Hershfield, a professor at UCLA's Anderson School of Management, behavioral economics researcher, author of Your Future Self, and host of The Behavioral Divide. His work has been feat...

What if the key to getting more done isn't managing your time better—but managing your energy? In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca sits down with Mollie West Duffy, Head of Learning & Development at Lattice and co-author of Big Feelings and No Hard Feelings , to explore the science of sustainable productivity, burnout prevention, and energy management. Drawing on years of research an...

Are you burned out — or just overwhelmed? Most people can't tell the difference, and that's exactly the problem. In part 1 of this conversation, Rebecca speaks with Mollie West Duffy, co-author of Big Feelings and No Hard Feelings and organizational consultant at Lattice. Mollie has spent years researching emotional intelligence and workplace psychology, helping individuals and teams understand ho...

What if the way you talk to yourself is directly shaping your confidence, productivity, and even how you show up at work? In part 2 of this conversation, Rebecca speaks with Jamie Turner: CNN contributor, Emory University professor, and author, whose work on mindset and productivity has been featured in outlets like The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Business Insider. He coaches Fortune 500 lead...

What if managing your time and energy felt less like a constant battle and more like a set of intentional choices that actually boost performance? In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca speaks with Jamie Turner, performance and leadership expert, CNN contributor, and Emory University professor whose work on flow and presence has been featured in outlets like The Wall Street Journal, Forbes,...

What if the tiny pauses between your tasks could actually make your day calmer, more focused, and more productive? In this second part of their conversation, Rebecca talks with Dr. Anne Welsh, performance psychologist and researcher, about how small micromoments and intentional choice-making can transform your daily workflow. Drawing on her expertise in autonomy and cognitive bandwidth, Anne shows...

Do you feel like you're constantly battling your calendar? In this episode, we move beyond basic time management tips to explore the performance psychology of burnout prevention and energy management. Rebecca speaks with Dr. Anne Welsh, a clinical psychologist and executive coach, who helps high-performing professionals navigate ambition and burnout. She shares strategies including coaching a clie...

How can you reduce burnout and improve focus naturally? In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca speaks with Dr. John La Puma, who pioneered the field of culinary medicine and taught it at Harvard Medical School. As a TED Medicine speaker, a board-certified doctor, chef, and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. La Puma has helped thousands boost their longevity and wellbeing.  This episode...

How can you reset your focus, reduce burnout, and improve productivity without changing your entire schedule? In part 1 of this conversation on the Time Billionaires podcast, Rebecca talks with Dr. John La Puma, a physician, professionally trained chef, two-time New York Times bestselling author, and TED speaker. He is a pioneer in culinary medicine and has taught at Harvard University, helping th...