Work + Life Harmony | Time Management, Organization and Planning for Overwhelmed Women

Tired of the chaos in your digital world? Fear not, we've got you covered with some remarkable takeaways you'd get from my chat with Lydia Martin, the brain behind Banish Business Clutter. Lydia, known for her profound understanding of the human brain and its operations, shares her wisdom on organizing your digital space. Together, we explore the benefits of digital decluttering and the...

Are you grappling with the conundrum of how to synchronize your digital and paper planning systems without duplicating information? The answer lies within this episode where I  demystify the necessity of digital calendaring for effective time blocking and shed light on why a paper planner provides a superior bird’s-eye view of my schedule. This episode is a treasure trove of strategies that harmon...

How can you as a mom retain your individuality while taking care of your family? Meet Dr. Morgan Cutlip, a psychologist who's dedicated her career to relationship education and is a mother herself. We'll get a glimpse into her journey from the academic world of psychological theories to the practical world of day-to-day motherhood. Just like machines, we too need regular refueling to fun...

Ever feel overwhelmed by the plethora of apps and tools available, each one claiming to skyrocket your productivity? Let's pull back the veil together and learn how to critically evaluate these digital offerings, ensuring they're worthy of your time and energy. We'll tackle questions like "What's the true purpose of this tool?" and "Is it really solving a problem...

Can you imagine the transformation your work + life would undergo if you learned to DITCH work-life balance and aim for work + life harmony instead? That's precisely the journey we've embarked on together over the last 200 episodes of the Work + Life Harmony podcast! As we ring in this milestone episode, I take a reflective pause to distill some vital lessons learned along the way.  Tune...

Tired of the daily scramble to answer the 'what's for dinner' question? Longing for a way to streamline your meal planning and preparation routine that doesn't involve spending hours in your kitchen every weekend? Nakita, a meal prep expert, joins me to share her unique approach and practical tips on transforming meal prep and planning from a chore into a game-changer! Together...

Celebrating my 50th birthday today, I take you on a roller-coaster ride that was the journey of creating the TOP Planner 3.0. Ever wondered how a revolutionary planner springs to life? Unfold the saga of its creation, the challenges we wrestled with, and how our strategic planning came to the rescue. More importantly, understand the significance of four levels of planning that were critical in thi...

What if you could live a life filled with harmony and well-being by simply embracing a slower pace? Join me as I chat with Stephanie O'Dea, the "Crock-Pot Lady," who went viral years ago after cooking dinner in her crock pot every night for an entire year and blogging about her journey. Stephanie shares her story, from her humble beginnings to hitting the New York Times best-sellers...

Are you torn between going digital or sticking to the good old-fashioned paper planner? In today's episode, I tackle the importance of monthly planning and how it can help you make that crucial decision.  In this episode: Discover the differences between monthly and weekly planning The type of information monthly and weekly planning requires The significance of choosing the right paper planne...

Relying on willpower to achieve your goals? Discover how leaning into alignment can revolutionize your approach to productivity and time management. In this episode, I share my personal experience of how embracing alignment over willpower has significantly impacted my life and made tasks like starting a new exercise routine or blogging feel more natural and effortless. In this episode, I  dive dee...

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where life throws a massive curveball your way, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next steps? I've been there, and I want to share my experience and the biggest mistake you could make when facing a massive pivot in your life. Join me in this episode as I discuss the importance of adapting to changes and maintaining productivity duri...

Imagine the freedom and time you'd gain if your kids could confidently whip up healthy meals in the kitchen! Join us for an insightful conversation with Katie Kimball, an expert in teaching parents how to stay healthy without going crazy. Throughout our chat, Katie shares her wisdom on getting kids involved in the kitchen, which not only frees up time for parents but also gives kids a boost o...

Just when you thought SMART goals were the secret to success, Mindi Huebner reveals an unexpected twist that will change the way you approach goal-setting forever. Her concept of 24-karat outcomes taps into the power of the subconscious mind, allowing individuals to shift their beliefs and truly embody their desired change. Are you ready to unlock your true potential? Mindi Huebner joins the show...

When puzzle pieces are scattered across various places, solving the puzzle becomes more time-consuming, frustrating, and overwhelming. Analogously, keeping essential information dispersed across different platforms or devices can hinder one's ability to manage their time and make well-informed, quick decisions efficiently. In this episode, I'm using this jigsaw puzzle analogy to drive ho...

If you're feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by constantly juggling work and family responsibilities, trying to squeeze in more hours daily, and sacrificing self-care time, then you are not alone! Today I am joined by Steph Hochstetler a busy mom and professional. Living in the suburbs of Chicago, Steph is a proud member of her local improv theater and youth program, while also dedicating her...

There is a difference between spending time and investing time. Spending time refers to activities that bring immediate results without any future time-saving benefit. On the other hand, investing time implies engaging in tasks that might not have an instantaneous effect but lay the foundation for future time savings. Striking the right balance between spending and investing time is the key to ach...

In fostering a balanced and orderly work-life environment, it is important to understand the correlation between physical clutter and mental well-being. Cluttered spaces tend to have a detrimental effect on productivity and focus, causing individuals to feel stressed and overwhelmed. An organized home allows for clearer thinking, reduced stress levels, and improved mood, enabling people to concent...

Taking time to spring clean your calendar is the number one way to really start to free up more of your time. Last week we talked about some simple things to spring clean your house. Today, I'm sharing how to spring clean the stuff you CAN'T see! Tune in to revamp your calendar for a fresh, focused mindset and heightened productivity, and uncover how to optimize daily habits by monitorin...

After years of dedicating myself to mastering the art of spring cleaning, I was surprised to discover how it could positively impact my emotional well-being and ultimately lead me to more Work + Life Harmony. Little did I know that this ritual of renewal would shape my life in ways I could never have imagined. Tune in as I walk you through my "how-to spring clean" process. Today's e...

As a people pleaser, I previously found myself putting everyone else's needs before my own, leading to resentment and decreased productivity. Realizing the need for change, I decided to establish boundaries and communicate them with my family. The two boundaries I set were not working on weekends and dedicating three hours per week solely to my CEO duties. By having an open conversation with...

It's not often that we have a male guest join the Work + Life Harmony Podcast for Overwhelmed Women but what you are about to learn from Mel Abraham today is going to blow your mind. I have been working with him for the past several months and it really has changed my life. Mel Abraham is a CPA and entrepreneur who has been in the business game for decades. He is passionate about helping peop...

I spend a lot of time talking about how weekly planning improves your day-to-day life but in today's episode, I'm covering the long-term effects of planning. Through consistent planning, I have seen an increase in repeatable success on long-term goals, improved response to change, and the ability to commit to plans confidently. This has led to a decrease in my anxiety levels and overall,...

Have you ever wondered how to optimize your sleep for maximum energy and productivity? Tanessa Shears joins the podcast today and she is a health consultant and biohacking expert who specializes in helping people optimize their brain and body performance. She is passionate about helping people increase productivity and reduce overwhelm through high performance sleep and wearable tech. Through this...

This episode is about repeatable systems vs. one-time processes and how that relates to time management. Hang with me here as this may sound a little complicated. Let's start with an example: A one-time process to clean out your closet helps you organize your closet once. Setting up a repeatable system for how you take clothes out and put them back helps you consistently stay organized. How d...

With the goal of helping moms transition into motherhood with clarity and autonomy, Alyson Caffrey, founder of Operations Agency and Master Maternity Leave, navigates the universal, yet often overlooked, challenge of prepping for maternity leave with humor, grit, and empowering advice. Alyson Caffrey had been running her own business and prepping for maternity leave when she realized there wasn&ap...