Sep 8
Dolly Parton: My Stoic Mentor
Dolly never got defensive, never needed the last word, and knew exactly who she was. Based on how she lived her life, she seems like the type of person to ask: “What's the right thing to do?”Now I'm using “What would Dolly do?” as the question to guide my life – I may even tattoo ... Show More
11m 59s
Mar 2026
Jantelagen: What a Swedish Flatmate Taught Me about Fitting In versus Standing Out
There's an unwritten rule in Swedish culture called the Law of Jante: Don't think you're special. Don't stand out. Blend in. It’s the opposite of American individualism – and both sides have a shadow. In this episode, I explore what a Swedish flatmate, living in Italy, and years ... Show More
11m 29s
Feb 2025
The One Productivity System You Need
<p>Do you feel like you’re running out of time but still can’t get enough done? It might not be your time management—it’s your energy! In this episode, I’ll teach you how to align your productivity with your body’s natural rhythms, identify your peak energy hours, and unlock your ... Show More
18m 25s
Mar 2025
288: Getting More Done With Less Stress Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner, Or Self-Employed
<p>Have you ever had a stretch of time where you really felt productive? Like you were on top of everything, crossing things off your list, and making real progress? And then there are the other times when it feels like no matter how much you work, you’re still spinning your whe ... Show More
6m 14s
Feb 2021
172. Productivity, Self-Worth, and the Industrial Revolution: A Conversation with Simone Seol
Do you tie your self-worth to how productive you are? You know the signs: Never feeling like you’re doing enough, criticizing yourself for being “lazy” or “unmotivated.” If you feel stuck in a cycle of burnout and self-criticism, this episode’s for you. On today’s podcast, I join ... Show More
52m 47s
Jun 2017
48. Why You Should Put Yourself First | How to Have More Free Time with Tammy Duncan
Do you ever feel like you work so hard and so long that you don't have time for your health, family, or spiritual practice? You know that this pace will lead to burnout... but saying no and putting yourself before anything else can feel like a huge challenge. Tammy Duncan, like ... Show More
28m 20s
Sep 2022
324 - Too Many Ideas & Too Little Time? What to Focus on FIRST
<p>Overwhelmed? In this episode, I coach an entrepreneur who's juggling a full-time job, her new business, and, you know — life. She asks, "How do you prioritize your time?" In this episode, I'll tell you. Listen now and learn: the one thing that'll make your business 33% more li ... Show More
27m 24s
Apr 2025
Do I Have ADHD? Why I Start Everything and Finish Nothing
Ever start a million projects and never finish a single one? Same. In this episode, I open up about my personal struggle with focus, unfinished ideas, and the creeping suspicion that I might have ADHD. From creative bursts to burnout, we explore what it really means to live in a ... Show More
7m 34s
Do you ever feel like you're a workaholic who never gets anything done? I felt like this for so long. When I started my own business, I really, really struggled with moving forward and taking action. I got stuck in rabbit holes and analysis paralysis and spent so many days and nights, including weekends when I could have been seeing my friends, staying hom ... Show More
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Laura Vanderkam is the author of several books on productivity and time management, including</span> <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Off-Clock-Feel-While-Getting/dp/0735219818"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy Whil ... Show More
