You might not need a system
Systems only save time if you're spending a lot of time on something in the first place See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 15, 2025•4 min
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
Have fun without the fuss
Find ways to enjoy yourself without the hassle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 14, 2025•4 min
Second Cup: Now or later?
One way to stop putting off unpleasant tasks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 13, 2025•5 min
Second Cup: How not to forget your habits
Make sure your daily intentions happen daily See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 12, 2025•8 min
Brain write before you brainstorm
How to make sure everyone's voice is heard See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 11, 2025•5 min
The day isn't over after dinner
Take advantage of time that's easy to lose track of See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 10, 2025•4 min
Pivoting, with Cedric Thompson Jr.
Former NFL player Cedric Thompson talks about life as a content creator, and how to make any day better See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 09, 2025•24 min
Make decluttering a habit
A little bit, every day, gets the job done See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 08, 2025•4 min
How not to become a couch potato
A simple rule makes screen time more intentional See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 07, 2025•5 min
Second Cup: Transform your negative self-talk
A little trick to take the sting out of hurtful words See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 06, 2025•6 min
Second Cup: Make your calendar your to-do list
How to get done what you intend to do See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 05, 2025•8 min
You'l move in the right direction over time
Be patient when results aren't immediate or linear See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 04, 2025•4 min
Don't compare your inside to others' outsides
Nobody shares the whole story See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 03, 2025•5 min
Tech and networking tips, with Molly Beck
Entrepreneur and author Molly Beck shares tips for making daily life more productive See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 02, 2025•24 min
Beware of procrastivity
Procrastination can look productive, but don't be fooled See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 01, 2025•4 min
Don't assign it if you won't do it
Your to-do list should be based in reality See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 31, 2025•6 min
Second Cup: Invest this in your memory bank
A new way to view spending on experiences See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 30, 2025•6 min
Second Cup: You'll regret it (and that's OK)
Accept that all big decisions have upsides and downsides See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 29, 2025•7 min
Store things wisely
Let the changing seasons nudge you to take stock of your stuff See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 28, 2025•4 min
Visualize a specific date
Picture exactly when you will have accomplished a goal See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 27, 2025•4 min
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 list See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 26, 2025•24 min
What can I own, not how can I help
Embrace vertical ownership to share the mental load See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 25, 2025•5 min
Set quarterly goals
Get motivated by a visible finish line See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 24, 2025•5 min
Second Cup: Make time for you a habit
Create the space for figuring out your passions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 23, 2025•7 min
Second Cup: Like all but 20 percent
No job is perfect, but much of it should be good See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 22, 2025•9 min
Track downtime at work
Know what your workdays look like, so you can take advantage of unexpected time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 21, 2025•6 min
Micro-adventures make downtime more fun
Figure out what you can do at home, or in small bits of time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 20, 2025•5 min
Try tiny experiments, with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff shares tips for taking little steps to make life better See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 19, 2025•22 min
A better way to clear the decks
Get started on tomorrow's little tasks today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 18, 2025•5 min
Celebrate little holidays
Seize opportunities for feeling festive, wherever you find them See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 17, 2025•4 min