Before Breakfast
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.
Episodes
Second Cup: Something active, something creative
A formula for creating a balanced lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/04/25•6m 4s
Second Cup: 1000 gestures
A little bit of thoughtfulness adds upSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/04/25•5m 11s
You don't have to branch out
If something's working, there's no need to change it upSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/04/25•4m 13s
Look to the past to shape the present
Youthful interests might suggest what you'd enjoy doing nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/04/25•5m 14s
Productive procrastination, with Jorge Cham
Host of Science Stuff Jorge Cham busts some science myths, and shares how he gets things doneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/04/25•24m 53s
Plan and reflect together
Taking a moment to look back can make planning more effectiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/04/25•5m 24s
Don't contaminate your leisure time
Consolidate little to-dos so they don't ruin everything elseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/04/25•4m 25s
Second Cup: Don't waste your life on your phone
Mindless minutes still matterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/04/25•5m 28s
Second Cup: Productivity doesn't always look productive
You don't have to always look busySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/04/25•4m 26s
Snail mail delights
In a few minutes, you can make someone's daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/04/25•4m 24s
Put it all the way away
The case for just finishing the jobSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/04/25•4m 5s
Combat time anxiety, with Chris Guillebeau
Author Chris Guillebeau shares how to feel less anxious and get more doneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/04/25•25m 27s
You might not need a system
Systems only save time if you're spending a lot of time on something in the first placeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/04/25•3m 49s
Have fun without the fuss
Find ways to enjoy yourself without the hassleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/04/25•3m 57s
Second Cup: Now or later?
One way to stop putting off unpleasant tasksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/04/25•4m 39s
Second Cup: How not to forget your habits
Make sure your daily intentions happen dailySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/04/25•7m 53s
Brain write before you brainstorm
How to make sure everyone's voice is heardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/04/25•4m 54s
The day isn't over after dinner
Take advantage of time that's easy to lose track ofSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/04/25•4m 7s
Pivoting, with Cedric Thompson Jr.
Former NFL player Cedric Thompson talks about life as a content creator, and how to make any day betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/04/25•24m 11s
Make decluttering a habit
A little bit, every day, gets the job doneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/04/25•4m 8s
How not to become a couch potato
A simple rule makes screen time more intentionalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/04/25•4m 54s
Second Cup: Transform your negative self-talk
A little trick to take the sting out of hurtful wordsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/04/25•5m 57s
Second Cup: Make your calendar your to-do list
How to get done what you intend to doSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/04/25•7m 48s
You'l move in the right direction over time
Be patient when results aren't immediate or linearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/04/25•4m 12s
Don't compare your inside to others' outsides
Nobody shares the whole storySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/04/25•4m 39s
Tech and networking tips, with Molly Beck
Entrepreneur and author Molly Beck shares tips for making daily life more productiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/04/25•23m 31s
Beware of procrastivity
Procrastination can look productive, but don't be fooledSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/04/25•4m 12s
Don't assign it if you won't do it
Your to-do list should be based in realitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/03/25•5m 54s
Second Cup: Invest this in your memory bank
A new way to view spending on experiencesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/03/25•6m 11s
Second Cup: You'll regret it (and that's OK)
Accept that all big decisions have upsides and downsidesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/03/25•7m 10s
Store things wisely
Let the changing seasons nudge you to take stock of your stuffSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/03/25•4m 8s
Visualize a specific date
Picture exactly when you will have accomplished a goalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/03/25•4m 10s
How to read the classics, with Emily Kwilinski
Shakespeare scholar and magazine editor Emily Kwilinski shares why to add older books to your to-be-read listSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/03/25•23m 34s
What can I own, not how can I help
Embrace vertical ownership to share the mental loadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/03/25•4m 57s
Set quarterly goals
Get motivated by a visible finish lineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/03/25•4m 51s
Second Cup: Make time for you a habit
Create the space for figuring out your passionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/03/25•6m 35s
Second Cup: Like all but 20 percent
No job is perfect, but much of it should be goodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/03/25•8m 31s
Track downtime at work
Know what your workdays look like, so you can take advantage of unexpected timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/03/25•5m 32s
Micro-adventures make downtime more fun
Figure out what you can do at home, or in small bits of timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/03/25•4m 37s
Try tiny experiments, with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff shares tips for taking little steps to make life betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/03/25•22m 23s
A better way to clear the decks
Get started on tomorrow's little tasks todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/03/25•5m 10s
Celebrate little holidays
Seize opportunities for feeling festive, wherever you find themSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/03/25•4m 6s
Second Cup: Re-assess your safety nets
What makes you braver, and what is holding you back?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/03/25•5m 41s
Second Cup: Make a moonshot map
Plot how to get from where you are to where you want to beSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/03/25•5m 45s
More please
Figure out what you enjoyed in the past to have more fun nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/03/25•4m 39s
Everything is research
Ideas and inspiration can be found just about anywhereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/03/25•4m 34s
How to be less anxious, with Olga Khazan
Olga Khazan, author of Me, But Better, explores the science of personality changeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/03/25•26m 0s
Keep a one-line idea list
Make a note when something strikes your fancySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/03/25•4m 16s
Ask for more convenient appointments
You don't need to take the first slot that's offeredSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/03/25•5m 22s
Second Cup: Use name tags
Make sure everyone knows who is whoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/03/25•6m 5s
Second Cup: Laugh out loud
Laughter is the best medicine -- and one you can take frequentlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/03/25•6m 1s
Choose your alarm sound
Try something calm, rather than the defaultSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/03/25•3m 52s
Life administration is real work
Personal to-dos take time, so best to build them inSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/03/25•5m 12s
Manage your team (and life) better, with Sabina Nawaz
Management expert and executive coach Sabina Nawaz shares tips for creating a more effective workplaceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/03/25•24m 13s
How to spring clean your calendar
Smart questions can help you figure out what can goSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/03/25•6m 28s
Why you should spring clean your calendar
Life is not a set-it-and-forget-it phenomenonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/03/25•5m 40s
Second Cup: Efficiency isn't everything
Feel free to linger in what you enjoySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/03/25•5m 59s
Second Cup: When you're too tired to read
Have a plan for low-energy hoursSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/03/25•6m 4s
Have fun with freebies
Build an adventure around freebies or discountsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/02/25•4m 44s
Done is good enough
Don't delay doing something just to make it marginally betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/02/25•4m 1s
Enjoying your morning routine, with Deirdre Fitzpatrick
Morning news anchor Deirdre Fitzpatrick talks about creating a schedule with time for all your interestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/02/25•25m 4s
What's on the horizon?
Knowing what's coming up can help you get through tough timesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/02/25•4m 35s
Think about what you'd take
Knowing what you'd need in an emergency can make a stressful situation a little less badSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/02/25•6m 8s
Second Cup: Schedule yourself first
How to make sure you do the workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/02/25•6m 2s
Second Cup: You can always quit tomorrow
Try sticking with your new habit for one more daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/02/25•5m 24s
Do unto others as they have done unto you
Sometimes people show you the way they'd like you to show kindness to themSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/02/25•4m 33s
Say yes to an open hour
See what you'll do when you don't do the obvious to-dosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/02/25•4m 12s
How to stress less and be gentle on yourself, with Courtney Carver
Minimalism expert Courtney Carver shares tips on building habits, organizing life, and getting the stuff under controlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/02/25•24m 33s
Plan for transition time
Moving between activities takes time, so best to build it inSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/02/25•5m 2s
Maybe you already own it
Save time and money by using what's around the houseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/02/25•6m 16s
Second Cup: Every square foot, every day
Find everyday uses for every space in your homeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/02/25•6m 8s
Second Cup: Get to know your benefits
Don't leave potential compensation on the tableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/02/25•9m 1s
Take 5 minutes for fun
Little rituals can help you bond with colleaguesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/02/25•4m 5s
Ask around
Take advantage of everyone else's experienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/02/25•4m 30s
Getting organized without the stress, with Dana K. White
Decluttering expert Dana K. White talks about how to address the mess while feeling good about yourselfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/02/25•28m 6s
Memorize important information
Don't count on everything being available when you need itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/02/25•4m 20s
Become a confident conversationalist
Anyone can learn to make small talk with a little effortSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/02/25•5m 37s
Second Cup: Enjoy your library
Use resources beyond checking out booksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/02/25•7m 2s
Second Cup: What are you looking forward to?
Positive anticipation can change your outlook on lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/02/25•5m 15s
Choose a recipe of the year
Become known for a dish you bring to everythingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/02/25•4m 23s
The case for a winter walk
Fresh air is still energizing, even if the weather isn't greatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/02/25•4m 46s
Being patient until the right idea comes, with Mary Laura Philpott
Essayist Mary Laura Philpott talks about how to approach the creative process with curiosity, rather than a sense of hustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/02/25•25m 54s
Find your watercooler
Build in moments of casual connection, however you happen to workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/02/25•5m 55s
Carpooling isn't just for kids
Create time to connect without adding anything to your scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/02/25•5m 2s
Second Cup: Burst your bubble
Seek out people with different lives and experiencesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/02/25•6m 8s
Second Cup: One task per weekend
How to make progress and not get overwhelmedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/02/25•5m 31s
Consider the arc of a month
Look forward a month to manage your calendar wellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/01/25•4m 36s
Everybody likes to finish
Harness that sense of satisfaction to get big things doneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/01/25•5m 25s
Breaking big goals into small steps, with Lisa Bilyeu
Entrepreneur and president of Impact Theory Lisa Bilyeu talks about how to develop the confidence to get big things doneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/01/25•27m 51s
It's time to plan a vacation
Now is a good time to think about this year's travel plansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/01/25•3m 47s
Online doesn't mean forever
Make sure you have access to any information you'll needSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/01/25•5m 27s
Second Cup: Life is just a memory
Plan to do more memorable thingsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/01/25•6m 45s
Second Cup: Do a gift debrief
Figure out what worked and what didn'tSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/01/25•5m 23s
Don't plan a work dinner on Valentine's Day
Be aware of what's going on in the world before you schedule something bigSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/01/25•5m 21s
The devil doesn't need another advocate
Criticism is almost never required, so make sure it's helpful if you give itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/01/25•4m 7s
Schedules, routines, and more with Dr. Gillian Goddard
Gillian Goddard, an endocrinologist and author of The Hot Flash newsletter, shares how to manage a busy life by looking at weeks instead of daysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/01/25•26m 43s
Don't remember, plan
If something matters to you, get it on the scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/01/25•4m 21s
Try a weekday breakfast date
Think beyond weekend evenings to get more time with your significant otherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/01/25•4m 42s
Second Cup: 9 habits, 9 weeks
Change your life in a few short monthsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/01/25•4m 35s
Second Cup: Use the tomorrow test
Don't commit your future self to things you wouldn't do soonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/01/25•5m 51s
Are you on a break or just off task?
If you're taking a break, make sure it's actually rejuvenatingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/01/25•5m 11s
Enjoy your meeting rebates
Use found time for something fun or meaningfulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/01/25•4m 50s
Managing it all, with Kathryn Sollmann
Kathryn Sollmann, author of The Four Jobs Club, shares tips from C-suite women on how to manage lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/01/25•24m 48s
Be proactive about your volunteer roles
Figure out how to give back in a way that's fun for you tooSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/01/25•6m 54s
How to track your time
Tips for keeping track of where the time really goesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/01/25•6m 39s
Second Cup: Add an extra hour
Just one more hour of practice can make a big differenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/01/25•5m 49s
Second Cup: Picture a tranquil Tuesday
Envision a realistic ideal day to make it a realitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/01/25•5m 54s
A confused mind says no
Let people know exactly what you're offering, so they're more likely to say yesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/01/25•3m 28s
Shop for the holidays all year
Next time, don't wait until DecemberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/01/25•4m 15s
Setting boundaries when there's too much to do, with Amy Wilson
What Fresh Hell co-host Amy Wilson talks about people pleasing, and learning to live with discomfortSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/01/25•26m 58s
What's your favorite work?
Figure out what you love to do, so you can do more of itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/01/25•5m 53s
Don't be afraid of a little wasted time
Sometimes efficiency can become an excuseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/01/25•4m 12s
Second Cup: Use the headline test
Ask how others will perceive your decisionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/01/25•5m 49s
Second Cup: Maybe it's just your job
There might be something better out thereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/01/25•7m 18s
If you don't get paid time off, you still need time off
Even without paid vacation, you still need to create a realistic work scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/01/25•5m 37s
Rescheduling without a new date is canceling
Unless it's on the calendar, it isn't happeningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/01/25•4m 54s
The first step to spending your time better
In this longer episode, Laura discusses how to figure out where the time really goes, so you can spend more time on what matters, and less on what doesn'tSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/01/25•24m 5s
Put your goals where you can see them
How not to forget what you intend to doSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/12/24•4m 21s
Keep celebrating
You can feel festive any time of yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/12/24•4m 24s
Second Cup: What would the butler do?
One way to think about productivity strategiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/12/24•6m 31s
Second Cup: Work slower
Stave off burnout by becoming more engagedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/12/24•5m 39s
Plan a playdate (for yourself)
Make time for friends and hobbies simultaneouslySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/12/24•3m 52s
Resolve to take one night for you
This year, make space for something beyond work and caring for family membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/12/24•5m 30s
Morning routines and more with Amanda Warner
Amanda Warner, a long-time Before Breakfast listener, discusses pre-planning and the benefits of a long walkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/12/24•21m 59s
The secret to becoming a morning person
Have a reason for getting out of bedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/12/24•4m 24s
Turn screen time into a party
To make TV more satisfying, don't watch aloneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/12/24•5m 23s
Second Cup: This is it
Life isn’t just about checking things off a listSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/12/24•5m 49s
Second Cup: Anything is good
There is no such thing as productivity debtSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/12/24•5m 32s
Write a note of congratulations
People appreciate when you notice their winsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/12/24•4m 19s
Develop a spirit of iteration
Experiment with new routines to help them workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/12/24•5m 15s
Be happier in the new year, with Gretchen Rubin
Happiness expert Gretchen Rubin shares tips for making habits stick, and enjoying lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/12/24•27m 3s
Name your breaks
Turning work breaks into rituals can encourage you to take themSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/12/24•4m 31s
Santa's elves need time in the workshop
If you're doing holiday prep, it needs space in the scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/12/24•4m 32s
Second Cup: Turn down the volume
Don't overstimulate yourselfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/12/24•6m 2s
Second Cup: Dawn follows dark
In any low point, the odds are good that things will get betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/12/24•6m 24s
You need time to eat
Eating mindfully takes time, so best to account for itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/12/24•5m 50s
While you're waiting
Repurpose waiting time into something more enjoyableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/12/24•4m 48s
How to get great ideas, with Sarina Bowen
Bestselling thriller and romance novelist Sarina Bowen shares her secrets for sustained creativitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/12/24•27m 58s
Remember to enjoy yourself
Put yourself and your fun on the to-do listSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/12/24•4m 17s
Give experiences
Wrap up something that will spread joy beyond the holidays See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/12/24•4m 10s
Second Cup: Print more photos
Get pictures off your phone and on your wallsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/12/24•6m 41s
Second Cup: Start a reading project
Read something challenging, a little bit at a timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/12/24•7m 12s
Plan a Monday adventure
Find a reason to look forward to the start of the workweekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/12/24•4m 5s
Plant an invitation
Make it easy for people to try an activitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/12/24•5m 8s
A time makeover: Before Breakfast listener Haley
A listener shares her experience with tracking time and tweaking her scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/12/24•22m 39s
Every other year can work too
Things don't have to happen annually to still be traditionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/12/24•3m 55s
Go in search of lost time
If time is getting away from you, try to catch it to use it for something more funSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/12/24•5m 39s
Second Cup: Make space for goal setting
Crafting smart, achievable goals takes timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/12/24•5m 12s
Second Cup: Think could, not should
Thinking through options is more productive than feeling guiltySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/11/24•6m 48s
Look with new eyes
How to catch errors you might otherwise missSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/11/24•4m 25s
Be ready to block out the world
How to stay calm in a noisy placeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/11/24•4m 30s
Stay financially sane, with Joel and Matt
Spend smart this holiday season and set yourself up for a prosperous new year with How to Money hosts Joel and MattSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/11/24•27m 20s
Text your response
How to share holiday cheer, even if you aren't sending cardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/11/24•4m 17s
Record the gifts of Christmas past and present
Keeping track of what you give can help you come up with new ideasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/11/24•5m 29s
Second Cup: Thank you for bringing that to my attention
How to acknowledge feedback, even if you can’t always use itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/11/24•5m 12s
Second Cup: How to split the holidays
Make it easier for your family to get togetherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/11/24•6m 3s
It's always morning somewhere
You can do most things at a time that works for youSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/11/24•3m 54s
Host a friend-of-a-friend gathering
Meet new people and get to know old friends in new waysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/11/24•4m 35s
Think big about your future career, with Maya Gudka
Executive coach Maya Gudka shares practical tips for taking your career to the next levelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/11/24•25m 0s
You don't always have to go digital
Even people with complex lives can plan on paperSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/11/24•4m 58s
Planning is like GPS
Even if you have to reroute, a plan helps you get where you're goingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/11/24•4m 47s
Second Cup: Plan your lunches
Upgrade your day by putting thought into the mid-day mealSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/11/24•5m 38s
Second Cup: See the light
Plan ahead in winter to enjoy daylight hoursSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/11/24•6m 5s
What's on your holiday fun list?
Plan now to make the holidays feel festive but not overwhelmingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/11/24•5m 33s
Reflect on the highlight of the week
As you plan your next week, think about what you enjoyed in the last oneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/11/24•4m 56s
Become a supercommunicator, with Charles Duhigg
Journalist Charles Duhigg shares strategies for making any conversation betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/11/24•27m 30s
Find a place to belong
Make it easier to visit local attractions, even for a short timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/11/24•4m 39s
Don't consent and resent
Being accommodating isn't always the best way to preserve a relationshipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/11/24•4m 53s
Second Cup: Look out the window first
Clear your mind before clearing your inboxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/11/24•5m 58s
Second Cup: Take a 36-hour vacation
Getting away doesn't require taking time off workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/11/24•6m 54s
Find new ways to do nothing
Figure out the rest that your body and mind needSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/11/24•4m 23s
Curate your Netflix queue
Make screen time more meaningfulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/11/24•4m 30s
Make space for friendship, with Anna Goldfarb
Friendship expert Anna Goldfarb shares tips for deepening relationships with friendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/11/24•25m 52s
Stick to the agenda
How to make meetings more efficient, even if you're not in chargeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/11/24•6m 55s
Eliminate a round trip
One way to spend less time in the carSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/11/24•4m 37s
Second Cup: Just get to three
Often can be more doable than alwaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/11/24•6m 20s
Second Cup: How not to crash on weekends
Don't build up a sleep debt during the weekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/11/24•6m 24s
How to be optimistic about the new year
Start working on anything good you'd like to see in the futureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/11/24•4m 14s
Adults can enjoy parallel play too
Spend time with friends while you each do your own thingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/10/24•4m 29s
Make the minutes count, with Tracy Davidson
News anchor Tracy Davidson shares tips for making the most of your timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/10/24•23m 10s
Map out your time line
A good plan makes a big project more doableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/10/24•6m 37s
Try a limited engagement
See more of your friends by getting together a set number of timesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/10/24•6m 0s
Second Cup: You chose this
How to keep job stress in checkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/10/24•6m 8s
Second Cup: Keep your Legos
Save creative work you can't use right nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/10/24•5m 29s
If you want to run more, sign up for a race
Specific goals with deadlines really do motivate peopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/10/24•5m 3s
Make hay while the sun shines
Take advantage of a temporary opportunitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/10/24•4m 48s
How to calm the chaos, with Lisa Woodruff
Organize 365 owner Lisa Woodruff shares tips for creating a more organized lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/10/24•26m 21s
The work brings inspiration
Create a time to work and the ideas will comeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/10/24•5m 11s
Something might be more relaxing than nothing
Since it's impossible to do nothing, figure out what you'd find relaxing and enjoyableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/10/24•5m 43s
Second Cup: Prepare for a grief anniversary
Know what you'll do when the calendar comes aroundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/10/24•5m 29s
Second Cup: Feed your mind
Be sure to consume whatever you aim to produceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/10/24•5m 32s
Start the wait
If you'll need to wait for something or someone else, start the wait as soon as possibleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/10/24•5m 21s
The known is less scary than the unknown
Get clear on what's coming up, so it feels less overwhelmingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/10/24•5m 5s
Build the deep work habit, with Cal Newport
Productivity expert and computer science professor Cal Newport shares tips for being more focusedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/10/24•28m 16s
Don't buy time to do low paid work
Choose fulfilling tasks for your non-working hoursSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/10/24•5m 49s
Make it worth the commute
Match the right work to the right placeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/10/24•5m 51s
Second Cup: Have a no re-heat morning
Yes, you can enjoy an uninterrupted cup of coffeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/10/24•6m 25s
Second Cup: This is when you get stronger
Stay motivated when things get toughSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/10/24•5m 3s
Know when you won't get much done
Acknowledge unproductive stretches, so expectations match reality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/10/24•5m 21s
You can't edit a blank page
As soon as you've got something, you can turn it into something better.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/10/24•4m 26s
Try random acts of kindness with Kathleen Paley
Lawyer and podcaster Kathleen Paley shares strategies for doing good, and making daily life betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/10/24•26m 6s
You can win the year in October
What happens now shapes how you and others will see the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/10/24•5m 7s
Don't let uncertainty hold up your life
You can make plans, even if you don't know what the future holds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/10/24•4m 46s
Second Cup: Eat BBQ in Memphis
Learn to love wherever you areSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/10/24•6m 30s
Second Cup: Control what comes in
Decisions are easier when all the choices are goodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/10/24•6m 23s
Browse for a project
Spark your imagination for new ways to spend your leisure time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/10/24•4m 21s
Don't sweat the seconds
You don't have to optimize every task if you're happy with the way you're doing it now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/10/24•4m 8s
Make time for creative work with Camille Pagan
Novelist Camille Pagan shares how even busy people can make time to write.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/10/24•23m 41s
You need more sky
Aim for a little more time without a roof over your head.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/10/24•4m 35s
You're there to make money, not to spend it
Don't let work become an accidental cost center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/09/24•5m 5s
Second Cup: Time is what you make of it
Make the most of the time you can controlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/09/24•5m 29s
Second Cup: Play Tetris with your schedule
Put the right activities at the right timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/09/24•5m 31s
Start anywhere
You don't have to start at the very beginning, even if it is a very good place to start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/09/24•4m 36s
Do a meaning challenge
What can you do in the next two weeks to deepen your experience of time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/09/24•4m 10s
Discover the Rule of 3 with Chris Bailey
In this interview, productivity expert Chris Bailey shares tips for focusing on what matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/09/24•27m 14s
Life is a portfolio of choices
Make choices in context, rather than in isolation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/09/24•5m 55s
Make bite-sized bucket lists
Small lists can inspire you to make any chunk of time better.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/09/24•4m 50s
Second Cup: You may as well look
Even if you like your job, it's good to know what's out thereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/09/24•6m 30s
Second Cup: Run to something, not from something
Know what you'd like to do, not just what you don'tSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/09/24•6m 25s
Dogs need 'sniffaris' and you do too
Sometimes it's fun to just follow your noseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/09/24•4m 10s
Start a goal club
Create accountability and make your priorities happenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/09/24•5m 41s
Making the most of your mornings with Sarah Hart-Unger
Before Breakfast kicks off a new interview series with physician, course creator, and marathon runner Sarah Hart-UngerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/09/24•25m 11s
Make your fingerprints visible
Let people know their business matters to youSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/09/24•4m 10s
Check if you'll need to reschedule
Look forward a few weeks to avoid last minute cancelationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/09/24•4m 7s
Second Cup: Avoid pendulum swings
Moderation is better than over-correctionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/09/24•5m 59s
Second Cup: Don't play ping pong with plans
Spend time getting together instead of on logisticsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/09/24•10m 0s
Press the easy button when you can
The easy way may actually be the best waySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/09/24•5m 15s
Plan each weekend twice
The key to a really great weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/09/24•5m 6s
Get it done by Thursday
How to buy yourself breathing roomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/09/24•4m 59s
Solve one nagging problem today
Don't let a problem continue to festersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/09/24•4m 17s
Build up the excitement
Anticipation makes fun events even more enjoyableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/09/24•5m 39s
Second Cup: Don't be minute wise and hour foolish
When it comes to time, the big things matterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/09/24•6m 39s
Second Cup: Put a toe in the water
Try it out before committingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/09/24•6m 10s
Subscribe and save with time
Make life more efficient by making decisions onceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/09/24•4m 34s
It's not as disposable as you think
Some single use items can be used more than onceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/09/24•4m 39s
Make it about them, not you
Banish imposter syndrome by focusing on serviceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/09/24•5m 7s
Don't decorate with cereal boxes
Anything that's visible is part of your home's decorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/09/24•5m 46s
Keep your summer spirit
Embrace a little wildness, even as summer endsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/09/24•3m 52s
Second Cup: Look at the whole iceberg
Make sure you know how much work is truly involvedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/09/24•5m 21s
Second Cup: Just go to bed
Almost everything looks better in the morningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/08/24•5m 45s
Buy yourself some school supplies
Get in the back-to-school spiritSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/08/24•4m 34s
Bring the outdoors in
Enjoy the natural world, even when you're insideSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/08/24•4m 47s
Remind yourself to relax
Plan in downtime after an intense timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/08/24•5m 3s
Watch your vacation balance
Mix relaxing vacations with adventurous onesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/08/24•4m 34s
Try a family breakfast
A family meal doesn't need to mean dinnerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/08/24•3m 57s
Second Cup: Checklists save time
How to stop worrying and make fewer mistakesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/08/24•6m 1s
Second Cup: Your friends are my friends
Mix and match to create variety and delightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/08/24•4m 53s
Make muffins on Sunday night
Give yourself a treat for Monday morningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/08/24•3m 52s
Read the free sample
How to become a more adventurous readerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/08/24•4m 24s
An outfit includes your shoes
Don't overlook the last detailsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/08/24•4m 50s
If you like it, buy another
Sometimes, variety is over-ratedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/08/24•4m 28s
Many hands do make light work
Work together, then have fun togetherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/08/24•3m 49s
Second Cup: If you buy it, will you use it
How to figure out what you'll use, and won'tSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/08/24•6m 29s
Second Cup: Capture your shower ideas
Don't forget, even if it’s hard to take notesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/08/24•5m 57s
Take a pocket pause
Create little oases in your scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/08/24•4m 37s
Strengthen the story
Choose projects that make your next steps make senseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/08/24•5m 55s
Share a subscription
Keep your mind open and see where things leadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/08/24•4m 22s
Mediocre ideas can lead to good ones
Keep your mind open and see where things leadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/08/24•5m 3s
Make the rest fair
Ensure that everyone gets some downtimeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/08/24•5m 6s
Second Cup: Write your own operating manual
Help people figure out how to work with youSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/08/24•5m 19s
Second Cup: In praise of book reports
Recount what happened and you’ll remember things betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/08/24•4m 26s
Buy a box of birthday cards
Make it easier to send good wishesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/08/24•3m 32s
Time solves many problems
Be patient; many problems will work themselves outSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/08/24•3m 53s
Be flexible on the details
Make it more enjoyable for people to meet your expectationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/08/24•3m 56s
Waste time better
Everyone wastes time, so make sure your wasted time is funSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/08/24•6m 4s
Give plants as gifts
In lieu of flowers, give a gift that lasts a lot longerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/08/24•4m 12s
Second Cup: It might not take that long
Little things can make a big differenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/08/24•4m 8s
Second Cup: Kindness cascades
More people benefit from your kindness than you thinkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/08/24•5m 12s
Make complete plans, even if they're tentative
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/08/24•6m 21s
Make a wardrobe photo file
Make getting dressed easier by taking pictures of what you ownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/08/24•4m 22s
Run into people
Create occasions for saying helloSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/07/24•5m 23s
Hand out SASEs
Make it easy for people to send you a real letterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/07/24•4m 38s
Try 2-a-days
Get more activity, and more variety, by exercising twice a daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/07/24•5m 20s
Second Cup: Be generous with time
People are a good use of timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/07/24•5m 2s
Second Cup: Build in a little social time
Make the most of being in personSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/07/24•5m 4s
Capture travel memories on the way home
Document your trip while the memories are still freshSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/07/24•6m 10s
Work side by side
Body doubling can build relationships and help you focusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/07/24•5m 8s
Friends don't always come in pairs
Invite couple friends and single friends to the same gatheringsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/07/24•4m 8s
If you can't get out of it, get into it
Acting enthusiastic tends to make an experience more funSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/07/24•4m 49s
Cultivate a Saturday vibe
Feel more relaxed any day of the weekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/07/24•5m 23s
Second Cup: Give them what they won't give themselves
When somebody has everything, go for whimsy and funSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/07/24•4m 53s
Second Cup: Aim to wake before your alarm
How to know you're well-restedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/07/24•5m 39s
Make a to-love list
Plan out who needs a little extra attention and supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/07/24•4m 9s
Create occasions for sharing
Generate a surplus that you can spread aroundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/07/24•4m 7s
Make an offer
Say what you want to do, so you don't get stuck with what you don'tSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/07/24•4m 40s
You can go a long way in a weekend
Traveling and visiting might not require days off workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/07/24•3m 53s
Magic happens in the mushy middle
You have to be there to experience itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/07/24•5m 17s
Second Cup: Revisit those New Year's resolutions
The year is half over, but you can still achieve your January goalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/07/24•6m 4s
Second Cup: Make time for a side hustle
Find time for extra cash without quitting your day jobSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/07/24•6m 19s
Useful, beautiful, inherited, hopeful
Decluttering is easier when you let emotional items staySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/07/24•6m 10s
How busy people can travel more
Two mindset shifts that make travel a possibilitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/07/24•9m 31s
Make time for your athletic dreams
Even busy people can get faster or strongerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/07/24•7m 10s
What stories does your home tell?
Make your space feel more meaningfulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/07/24•5m 37s
Make silence meaningful
Let people know when you'll assume the answer is noSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/07/24•4m 36s
Second Cup: Get out of a slump
A listener asks how to stay motivated when the excitement of a project wears offSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/07/24•5m 59s
Second Cup: Commute with a friend
Turn wasted time into a highlight of your daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/07/24•4m 52s
Don't decide hungry
It's easier to eat a snack than to undo a bad decisionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/07/24•4m 48s
Once is an emergency
Recurring emergencies suggest a systems problem -- that you might be able to solveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/07/24•4m 51s
One tip for working with you
Try this smart ice breaker that helps you work better as a teamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/07/24•4m 3s
Limit the stacks of stuff
A little tip to help any space stay cleanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/07/24•5m 43s
Old photos make for good scrolling
Look at your own highlights, rather than other people'sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/07/24•4m 42s
Second Cup: Routines are like a rose garden
Even the best schedules need some tendingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/06/24•5m 17s
Second Cup: Indulge in a vacation food
Savor foods you only eat at special timesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/06/24•5m 24s
How to make a work BFF
How to turn work acquaintances into real friendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/06/24•6m 12s
Celebrate your work BFF
Make the most of your professional friendshipsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/06/24•5m 7s
You can pivot
How to give gracious answers to awkward questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/06/24•4m 52s
Make invitations specific
Set things up to happen with a single replySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/06/24•4m 55s
Look for context friends
Make new friends by finding people who fill specific needsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/06/24•4m 48s
Second Cup: Build in travel time, even on Zoom
Take a break between meetings to stay engagedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/06/24•5m 50s
Second Cup: If you can't work, plan
Turn low-energy time into something more productiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/06/24•6m 25s
If you're disengaged, clean the office fridge
Get unstuck by doing something practicalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/06/24•4m 14s
Keep score (of the right things)
Numbers don't tell the whole story, but they can tell a lotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/06/24•4m 40s
Introduce new constraints
Ditch bad habits by making the old way impossibleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/06/24•4m 13s
Let your ideas ripen
Sometimes great ideas aren't workable just yetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/06/24•5m 3s
Ask for stories, not advice
Experts are most helpful when explaining the choices they madeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/06/24•4m 15s
Second Cup: Make a good day (almost) perfect
How would you like to be celebrated?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/06/24•5m 17s
Second Cup: You can repeat it
Go with what works, again and againSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/06/24•5m 39s
What question are you answering?
Know your purpose to make your work more clearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/06/24•4m 50s
Flexibility matters more than hours
How to really achieve work/life balanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/06/24•6m 55s
See what's nearby
Find fun opportunities whenever you're somewhere newSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/06/24•4m 31s
You need a busy basket
A listener suggests an idea for screen-free entertainmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/06/24•4m 18s
Plan your travel portfolio
The case for planning more than one trip at onceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/06/24•4m 14s
Second Cup: How to maximize your vacation days
Schedule big adventures with smart vacation strategiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/06/24•5m 27s
Second Cup: Vacation plans vs. spontaneity
How to achieve the right balance of plans and possibilitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/06/24•4m 47s
Mentor for the moment
Mentoring doesn't need to be permanent to be influentialSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/06/24•3m 59s
Use this tip from French cooking to be more efficient
Gather what you need before you startSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/06/24•4m 26s
Plan for depletion
Know how to recover when you don't have much energySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/06/24•4m 57s
Ask about colleagues' vacation schedules
Planned time off doesn't need to be a surpriseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/06/24•4m 45s
What does it cost to be you?
A smart way to think about your financial goalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/06/24•5m 12s
Second Cup: Keep one calendar
Don’t drop the ball! Keep a list of your work and personal commitments in one place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/06/24•7m 9s
Second Cup: Get it out of your head
A listener shares the list-making strategy that helps her feel less busy while getting more doneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/06/24•6m 11s
Clean for yourself
Maintaining a functional home is about being kind to your future selfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/05/24•4m 22s
Pack a day before
Strike the right balance between being too-prepared or underpreparedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/05/24•5m 20s
Notice your free time
Acknowledge the leisure time that exists, so you can savor itSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/05/24•4m 29s
Round early
Give people a chance to ask questions before you need to leaveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/05/24•5m 57s
End your vacation on a high note
Make a vacation more memorable by making the last day greatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/05/24•4m 38s
Second Cup: Wait a minute
Consensus doesn't necessarily maximize happiness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/05/24•4m 58s
Second Cup: Productivity doesn't always look productive
You don't have to always look busy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/05/24•4m 26s
Treat your network like a garden
Make it a habit to check in with your connections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/05/24•6m 58s
Smile at 10
Give yourself guidelines for how you'll interact with peopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/05/24•4m 46s
Remind yourself of your resolutions
Don't forget about your goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/05/24•4m 39s
Go see someone
A quick visit can have a big happiness payoff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/05/24•6m 8s
Begin by thinking about the end
When you start a project, think about how you'll wrap it up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/05/24•5m 5s
Second Cup: Don't go for the least common denominator
Consensus doesn't necessarily maximize happiness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/05/24•5m 31s
Second Cup: Something active, something creative
A formula for creating a balanced lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/05/24•6m 4s
Be a learn-it-all
It's better to be curious than to show off what you knowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/05/24•5m 27s
Enjoy your efficiency dividend
Over time, work will take less timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/05/24•5m 49s
Feedback is about the person giving it
Everyone likes different thingsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/05/24•5m 31s
Meetings don't need spectators
Limit the number of people in the roomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/05/24•5m 24s
Keep your office supplies handy
Make administrative tasks more efficient and pleasantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/05/24•5m 37s
Second Cup: Plan it in, do it anyway
Want a good life? Think beyond how you feel right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/05/24•7m 18s
Second Cup: Why we procrastinate
This week's episodes are about putting things off — including why we all do it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/05/24•6m 10s
Treat this weekend like a vacation
Get more out of your days offSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/05/24•5m 23s
Plan in a different place
Shift your location to shift your mindsetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/05/24•5m 8s
Holidays and birthdays aren't surprises
Avoid last minute scrambling by looking aheadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/05/24•4m 43s
I'm currently available
Be careful when coordinating shifting schedulesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/05/24•5m 40s
Reflect before you connect
Think about what you'd like to discuss with friends and familySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/05/24•3m 47s
Second Cup: Big goals, little steps
Conquer procrastination by breaking a big goal into small chunksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/05/24•6m 21s
Second Cup: Do the tough stuff first
The case for just getting it over withSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/05/24•5m 32s
It doesn't have to be fancy
Sometimes simple solutions make everyone happySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/05/24•3m 43s
Make it an easy yes
Answer any questions or concerns upfrontSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/05/24•5m 2s
Make boundaries positive
Say what you will do, not what you won'tSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/05/24•4m 34s
Say no for a while
Test drive big changes to your scheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/04/24•3m 53s
Respond even if you can't answer
Let people know you got the messageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/04/24•4m 20s
Second Cup: How to get more ideas
Stumped? A simple strategy will nudge more breakthroughs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/04/24•3m 57s
Second Cup: Stay afloat when life is overwhelming
A listener asks how to cope with too much work and too little time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/04/24•6m 15s
Make produce an easy snack
How to make healthy food more appealingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/04/24•4m 37s
Never waste a transition
Any fresh start is a chance to rethink routinesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/04/24•4m 22s
Make little bets
Test the waters before leaping inSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/04/24•5m 0s
Make your days fulfilling, not just filled
How to make time feel more meaningfulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/04/24•5m 26s
Give it a name
One way to turn a routine into a traditionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/04/24•5m 59s
Second Cup: How to stop being late
Quit rushing and feel more calm with one incredibly simple strategy for being on time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/04/24•6m 3s
Second Cup: Plan a mini-adventure today
More memories means more time. Find out how (and why) to make today stand out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/04/24•4m 40s
Family travel doesn't need to mean the whole family
Consider splitting family vacations if people have different interestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/04/24•6m 37s
None feels different from one
Even one scheduled event changes an entire daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/04/24•6m 11s
What might I have forgotten?
Build in time to check that you have everythingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/04/24•4m 27s
You are probably not the only one
In way ways, we're not that special -- and that's a good thingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/04/24•5m 56s
What's the tax on your time?
Limit projects in progress to make life feel less crunchedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/04/24•6m 28s
Second Cup: How not to forget your habits
Make sure your daily intentions happen dailySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/04/24•7m 53s
Second Cup: Spring blooms are worth the bother
Make time for beauty and memoriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/04/24•4m 37s
What do I need to know?
People love to give adviceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/04/24•5m 5s
Tell me something good
Make casual conversations more positiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/04/24•4m 37s
Check in on the easy ones
Just because everything is good doesn't mean it couldn't be betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/04/24•4m 49s
Leave room for opportunity
Be prepared for something wonderfulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/04/24•5m 37s
Don't turn a 30-minute task into an hour-long one
Fully focus on one thing at a timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/04/24•5m 50s
Second Cup: The paradox of the junk drawer
How an 'other' category makes organization possibleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/04/24•5m 42s
Second Cup: Let go of meeting FOMO
You can contribute without being presentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/04/24•5m 10s
Better tools make tasks more fun
Go for quality when you use something repeatedlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/04/24•6m 10s
Take the stress out of dinner
Repeat your crowd-pleasing favoritesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/04/24•6m 3s
Talk side by side
Sometimes conversations are easier without the eye contactSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/04/24•4m 50s
Know what you're paying for
It might be worth a little extra to have a good experienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/04/24•5m 32s
Memorize something
When you know something by heart, you know it for goodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/04/24•6m 13s
Second Cup: Make time for friends
Time spent with friends feels magical. Here’s how to build more of it into your life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/03/24•6m 3s
Second Cup: Plan something fun for Sunday night
End the Sunday night blues for good with Laura’s favorite weekend planning tip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/03/24•3m 30s
Try a one-off book club
Books are better when shared with friendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/03/24•4m 42s
What did I move forward today?
How to celebrate and encourage more progressSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/03/24•4m 21s
Honor the person introducing you
Acknowledge the connection to build goodwillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/03/24•5m 21s
Mind your manners online
Saying please and thank you go a long way everywhereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/03/24•4m 57s
Make a someday/maybe list
Capture tasks you don't need to do nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/03/24•6m 11s
Second Cup: How to Spend Less Time on Email
Email can expand to fill all available space. One Before Breakfast listener writes in with an inbox strategy that has helped her do better work for her clients without getting burned out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/03/24•6m 0s
