The Real Career Advantage: Why Consistency Beats Talent Every Time

Consistency wins! Consistency doesn’t just keep you organized —it’s the secret behind promotions, influence, and long-term career growth. In this Consistency Systems Series finale of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt celebrates over 30 K downloads and walks you through the five powerful lessons that built this series:

1️⃣ The Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work – why predictability matters more than perfection.

Kayla ties every lesson together—sharing insights from her Sioux Falls keynote “Leader as a Culture Shaper” and reminding listeners that daily habits shape trust, visibility, and leadership readiness. You’ll learn how to track progress without perfection and see why consistency outlasts raw talent every time.

🎉 Plus, stay tuned for a bonus episode (dropping later this week!) unveiling The Organized Leader Sprint—a live event happening Tuesday inside the free Get Organized at Work podcast community.

Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals  - Inside, you'll be able to RSVP to the live event on Tuesday, September 30th or catch the replay!

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📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

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More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually Works

Are you tired of trying random productivity tools that never stick? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt introduces the Consistency Blueprint: Leader Standard Work. Just like on the Great British Baking Show where every baker gets the same recipe but creates a different cookie, Leader Standard Work provides a repeatable framework for consistency that leaders can make their own. Kayla shares her personal journey of learning Leader Standard Work from a mentor, discovering that progress—not perfection—is the goal, and finding her unique leadership edge. You’ll learn how to set up daily, weekly, and monthly rhythms that drive results, motivate your team, and bring more fun into work. If you’re ready to build sustainable workplace consistency and productivity systems, this episode will show you why Leader Standard Work works.

✨ Keywords: consistency blueprint, leader standard work, workplace consistency, productivity systems, leadership habits, organizational rhythms, get organized at work, consistency at work

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Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

🗞Get My Newsletter

Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylafaheyahrndt/

Follow the podcast on Instagram: Get Organized At Work Podcast (@getorganizedatwork) • Instagram photos and videos

📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

Consistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half Ironman

What can training for a half Ironman teach us about leadership and productivity at work? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares the story of her husband’s 70.3 triathlon journey, where he shaved 23 minutes off his time, ran a faster half marathon, and finished strong in his age group. The key wasn’t the perfect plan—it was consistency. Kayla unpacks lessons from hiring a coach, showing up day after day, and learning that the right tools (like a time trial bike) only matter once you’ve built a foundation. You’ll discover how consistency sharpens performance, why mentorship accelerates growth, and how to stop over-refining plans at work. If you’re ready to improve workplace consistency, leadership habits, and productivity systems, this episode will inspire you to trade perfection for progress.

✨ Keywords: consistency at work, productivity systems, leadership, workplace consistency, half Ironman, triathlon training, mentorship, coach, performance improvement, get organized at work.

📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

📒MERCH IS HERE: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop

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Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

🗞Get My Newsletter

Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylafaheyahrndt/

Follow the podcast on Instagram: Get Organized At Work Podcast (@getorganizedatwork) • Instagram photos and videos

📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

Burnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and Delegation

Are you pushing for consistency at work but finding yourself exhausted in the process? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shows you how to achieve consistency without burnout by embracing a soft life at work approach. You’ll learn how to apply automation, templates, and delegation to keep your systems steady, how to revisit your routines with a consistency lens, and how to set realistic expectations that reduce overload. With practical examples, Kayla reveals how small shifts can make your workflow predictable, sustainable, and stress-free. If you want to stay consistent, protect your energy, and build work systems that last, this episode will help you create ease at work without losing momentum.

📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

✨ Keywords: consistency without burnout, soft life systems, productivity, sustainable work, automation, delegation, leadership, realistic expectations, get organized at work, workplace consistency, work systems.

📒MERCH IS HERE: click here to pre-order 

Preorders are open until 11:59PM CST on September 15th. Once pre-orders close, I will bulk order all the items and then I will ship each one to you! 

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🚀 The Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is Ready For You! 🎉 Course Sign Up Page Link! Click here!

Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

🗞Get My Newsletter

Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylafaheyahrndt/

Follow the podcast on Instagram: Get Organized At Work Podcast (@getorganizedatwork) • Instagram photos and videos

📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

How to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day

Does your routine fall apart the moment life gets messy? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt reveals how to build a work rhythm you can stick to—even on your worst days. You’ll learn the concept of minimum viable consistency (showing up at your 5/10 best), how to treat Leader Standard Work as a flexible rhythm instead of a rigid routine, and the micro-habits that make consistency sustainable. If you want to increase productivity, stay organized under pressure, and create systems that last, this episode will give you the tools to make your workday resilient and reliable.

This episode is part of our Consistency Systems Series:

✨ Keywords included: work rhythm, consistency at work, productivity, minimum viable consistency, leader standard work, micro-habits, sustainable systems, get organized at work, routines, resilience.

📒MERCH IS HERE: click here to pre-order 

Preorders are open until 11:59PM CST on September 15th. Once pre-orders close, I will bulk order all the items and then I will ship each one to you! 

📌 Links & Resources:

Join the free Get Organized at Work Community → click here.

Upgrade to Chaos Crushers for exclusive podcast episodes → click here.

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Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters Most

Do you feel like you’re spending more time organizing your work than actually getting it done? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how the 80/20 rule applies to productivity and leadership systems. You’ll learn which work systems actually stick—your calendar, a single task hub, and a consistent meeting rhythm—and how they drive 80% of your results. Through real leader examples, Kayla shows you how to simplify your systems, avoid “busy organizing” that wastes time, and focus on what truly moves the needle. If you’re ready to build sustainable workflows, increase productivity, and get organized at work, this episode will help you streamline your approach and lead with confidence.

✨ Keywords included: 80/20 rule, productivity, work systems, get organized at work, task hub, calendar, meeting rhythm, simplify work, avoid busywork, leadership, consistency, workflows, increase productivity.

📌 Links & Resources:

Join the free Get Organized at Work Community → click here.

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Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

The Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work

“It’s not just missed deadlines—every time you restart, you waste energy, lose trust, and stall momentum. Let’s uncover what inconsistency is really costing you.”

Struggling to stay consistent at work? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt breaks down the hidden costs of inconsistency—lost trust, wasted energy, and stalled career growth—and shows you how small, steady systems create big results. Learn why consistency matters more than perfection, practical examples of where leaders fall short, and simple ways to build reliable rhythms in your workday. If you’re ready to boost productivity, earn trust, and get promoted by getting organized, this episode is for you.

✨ Keywords: consistency at work, productivity, leadership, career growth, get organized at work, work systems, build trust, get promoted, work habits, reliable rhythms

📌 Links & Resources:

Join the free Get Organized at Work Community → click here.

Upgrade to Chaos Crushers for exclusive podcast episodes → click here.

Vote for your favorite upcoming merch → click here.

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🚀 The Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is Ready For You! 🎉 Course Sign Up Page Link! Click here!

Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)

Do you really need a perfectly organized inbox or meticulously categorized notes to be productive? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt explains why the answer is no—and how a simple, search-first approach can save you time, stress, and unnecessary effort.

You’ll learn:

Why hierarchical folder systems for email and notes often fail

How clear, descriptive subject lines make your inbox a personal search engine

Practical ways to manage thousands of emails without “Inbox Zero” stress

A quick “inbox reset” trick to clear clutter instantly

How to treat your notes like an old-school spiral notebook—messy but functional

Plus, Kayla shares updates from the Get Organized at Work Community, including:

New merch you can vote on (mugs, tumblers, notebooks, and more!) Vote here!

The brand-new Chaos Crushers member section with exclusive private podcast episodes. Join today!

How to join the free community app to connect with other professionals and get notified of new content Link here to join!

If you’re ready to ditch perfectionism and create systems that actually make your work easier, this episode is for you.

📌 Links & Resources:

Join the free Get Organized at Work Community → click here.

Upgrade to Chaos Crushers for exclusive podcast episodes → click here.

Vote for your favorite upcoming merch → click here.

Keywords: organize your email, productivity tips for managers, simplify digital notes, email management strategies, searchable inbox tips, how to manage inbox clutter, digital organization hacks, Get Organized at Work Podcast

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Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work Podcast

Ever wondered what really goes into building a podcast — and a community — from the ground up? This summer marks 7 years of hosting the podcast, so  I’m pulling back the curtain on the 7 biggest lessons I’ve learned from creating the Get Organized at Work Podcast, growing a dedicated community of professionals, and turning consistent content into real transformation.

Whether you're a leader, creative, or busy professional trying to organize your work and lead with intention, these lessons will inspire you to start, stay consistent, and trust your message.

You'll hear how I:

Took messy action before I felt ready

Turned podcast episodes into a community funnel

Built trust with imperfect but consistent content

Designed experiences that connect listeners to each other

Used systems like Kanban boards and FAST goals to scale

Grew my voice as a thought leader in leadership and work organization

✨ Spoiler alert: Podcasting has become my most powerful leadership development tool — and I hope this inspires you to lean into your own journey.

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Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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📅Schedule a Organize My Work Consulting Call - Get Help Organizing Your Work

🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla

Ditch the Paper Chaos and Build a Digital Hub in OneNote - How To Organize Your OneNote

📄 Episode Description:

Are you drowning in sticky notes, scattered papers, or chaotic to-do lists? In this episode of Get Organized at Work, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt walks you through exactly how she’d organize her OneNote notebook from scratch to streamline her work, stay focused, and never forget an important idea again.

Whether you're a busy healthcare leader, project manager, or overwhelmed professional, this episode will show you how to turn OneNote into your all-in-one digital organization system. Learn how to create sections for meeting minutes, to-do lists, yearly planning, strategic initiatives like patient blood management, and more.

You’ll hear how OneNote helps you:

Ditch paper clutter for a digital workspace

Create a personalized notebook structure that actually works

Link, share, and collaborate with your team or clients

Organize your long-term goals and daily work in one place

Plus, Kayla shares how this system boosts your productivity and can even support your long-term career goals—like being proactive, getting promoted, and increasing your income,

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🔗  Resources Mentioned:

📘 Grab the Microsoft Planner Kanban Boards eBook

🎥 Watch the Microsoft Planner Tutorial on YouTube

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Inside the course, we’ll cover:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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🆓Free Resource Library: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/freeresourcelibrary

🌐Website: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org

More about Kayla: --Kayla’s “Why” and Leadership Journey: https://www.Kfaconsulting.org/meetkayla