Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos

Ep 212: The Secrets to a Calm and Effective To-Do List with Alicia Cohen


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In this episode, Deanna discusses how to create a calm and effective to-do list with Alicia Cohen. They explore strategies for prioritizing tasks, overcoming feelings of overwhelm, and finding balance in busy mom life. Tune in for actionable tips to increase your productivity at home and achieve a more organized and peaceful daily routine.

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Resources Mentioned (some may be affiliate links - thanks for supporting the show at no extra cost to you):
  • Check out my favorite tools & resources
  • Microsoft To-Do's
  • Trello
  • Asana
  • Notion
  • Google Task
  • Aqua Notes

  • Connect with Alicia Cohen
    • Instagram
    • Alicia’s Website
    • Alicia's Workshop

    • Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on:

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        In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, the host, Deanna Yates, interviews productivity expert Alicia Cohen. They dive deep into the secrets of creating a calm and effective to-do list. Alicia shares her unique approach to prioritizing tasks and avoiding the pitfalls of hustle culture, offering listeners practical advice on managing their daily responsibilities without feeling overwhelmed. With a focus on aligning tasks with personal energy levels and emotional needs, Alicia provides a refreshing perspective on productivity.

        Throughout the episode, Deanna and Alicia discuss the importance of capturing all tasks and ideas in a central system, the benefits of digital and physical capture tools, and the skill of prioritization. They also explore how to set up a to-do list system that not only enhances productivity but also promotes a balanced and fulfilling life. Tune in for actionable tips that will transform your approach to daily tasks and help you achieve a more organized and peaceful routine.

        This episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast will help you discover:

        • Effective strategies for managing to-do lists
        • The importance of capturing all tasks in a central system
        • How to prioritize tasks based on personal energy levels
        • The pitfalls of hustle culture and how to avoid them
        • Tips for creating a balanced and fulfilling life through better task management

        • About Alicia Cohen

          Alicia Cohen is a productivity expert, specializing in prioritization and time management.

          Alicia built her business, Alicia Cohen Designs, based on her own journey of overcoming her overwhelmed and frazzled life -- what she calls the "hamster wheel marathon" -- and now teaches others the methods that she discovered and uses personally.

          With Alicia’s support, busy people learn intentional planning, effective productivity, and high-impact mindset shifts that enable them to transform from constantly feeling behind to designing lives that work and feel good.

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          Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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