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Before Breakfast

1,729 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratings

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.

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Episodes

Alarms aren't just for waking

May 19, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 4.71 MB

How to focus more and make transitions easier See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plan in half a dozen little pleasures

May 18, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.77 MB

Little moments of joy can change your perspective on life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Praise it while it lasts

May 17, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 3.72 MB

Notice good work to give it momentum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone's a volunteer

May 16, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.57 MB

Anyone you want to work with should want to be there See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Save the sprint for the end

May 15, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MB

Discipline is at least partly about restraint See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Corner Office: Update your planning methods

May 14, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 3.87 MB

Why some people love the Pomodoro Technique See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Cup: Stay in touch

May 13, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 6.04 MB

People from your past can make things happen in the future See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let 'Best of' lists guide you

May 12, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.33 MB

Take advantage of expert research See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For not to

May 11, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 4.68 MB

How to be truly welcoming See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrate your bucket list wins

May 10, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MB

Some of your memories may be other people's goals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Something active, something creative

May 09, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MB

A formula for creating a balanced life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't go for the least common denominator

May 08, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.11 MB

Consensus doesn't necessarily maximize happiness See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Corner Office: The wisdom of the 20-mile march

May 07, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MB

Challenging, sustainable progress is the key to great results See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Cup: Don't wait to apologize

May 06, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.32 MB

Making amends fast can save a relationship See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't waste your life on your phone

May 05, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MB

Mindless minutes still matter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Productivity doesn't always look productive

May 04, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MB

You don't have to always look busy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1000 gestures

May 03, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MB

A little bit of thoughtfulness adds up See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Express Services Presents: Now’s The Time

May 02, 2023 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MB

Economist, author and baseball fan Michael Walden gives us a macro look at an economy that has bounced back surprisingly well post-covid, and offers a generally favorable outlook about what is coming down the pike. Amazon Author Page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wait a minute

May 02, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.61 MB

A waiting period can make self-discipline easier See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consider a longer cadence

May 01, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.54 MB

Take turns on a longer timeline to develop efficiencies See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Corner Office: You are not Cinderella

April 30, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MB

How to ensure a little bit of quiet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Cup: Log your pauses

April 29, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.64 MB

Take smart breaks, not unintentional ones See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A net for catching days

April 28, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 4.93 MB

Plans keep time from fluttering by See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't go adrift

April 27, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MB

Notice when you stray from your intentions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now or later?

April 26, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.32 MB

One way to stop putting off unpleasant tasks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring blooms are worth the bother

April 25, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.28 MB

Make time for beauty and memories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How not to forget your habits

April 24, 2023 04:01 - 7 minutes - 7.27 MB

Make sure your daily intentions happen daily See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Corner Office: Work before the house is up

April 23, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MB

Make use of your best bet for uninterrupted time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Cup: 50 not 60

April 22, 2023 04:01 - 7 minutes - 6.65 MB

Shorten meetings a little to stay on track See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plan for kindness

April 21, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MB

Figure out ahead of time ways to make the world a better place See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Invite people into your world

April 20, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MB

How to explore the world in a new way See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indulge your neglected sense

April 19, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MB

How to explore the world in a new way See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you have enough time to work?

April 18, 2023 04:01 - 7 minutes - 6.74 MB

Even if your schedule is flexible, protect some focused work hours See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Make it easier the next time

April 17, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MB

Plan ahead for any tasks you know you'll do again See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Corner Office: Become a webinar enthusiast

April 16, 2023 04:01 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MB

How to homeschool yourself See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Cup: Put a price tag on it

April 15, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 6.28 MB

Figure out what it would take to solve a problem See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the juice worth the squeeze?

April 14, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 4.75 MB

Make sure your new projects are worth the effort See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Win at your witching hour

April 13, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MB

Solve the worst part of your day and reap the rewards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let mistakes make you gracious

April 12, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.03 MB

Don't berate yourself -- pay it forward See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Make your calendar your to-do list

April 11, 2023 04:01 - 7 minutes - 7.19 MB

How to get done what you intend to do See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transform your negative self-talk

April 10, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 5.51 MB

A little trick to take the sting out of hurtful words See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Corner Office: Start a newsletter

April 09, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.17 MB

Be seen as an expert and build a community too See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Cup: Enjoy those holiday cards more

April 08, 2023 04:01 - 4 minutes - 4.59 MB

Savor the pictures, stories, and memories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Go on a decision spree

April 07, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.79 MB

Batch little decisions to save more time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you say yes now?

April 06, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 6.01 MB

How to figure out whether to stay or move on See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You'll regret it (and that's OK)

April 05, 2023 04:01 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MB

Accept that all big decisions have upsides and downsides See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rename it to reframe it

April 04, 2023 04:01 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MB

Batch little decisions to save more time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Invest this in your memory bank

April 03, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.72 MB

A new way to view spending on experiences See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Corner Office: Discomfort is distracting

April 02, 2023 04:01 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MB

Ergonomic tweaks can make it easier to focus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Cup: Say yes when you can

April 01, 2023 04:01 - 6 minutes - 5.7 MB

How to encourage smart risks and buy goodwill See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.