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Struggling to stay organized and manage your projects effectively? In this episode of Get Organized at Work, I’m sharing my top efficiency hacks to help you be your own project manager using my favorite tools—Asana, ChatGPT, and a Bullet Journal. You’ll learn how to brainstorm and prioritize tasks with a simple notebook, track and execute projects seamlessly with Asana’s calendar, Kanban boards, tasks, and goals, and enhance your productivity with ChatGPT for idea refinement and content creation. Plus, I’m giving you a sneak peek into my upcoming course launching in March, designed to help you master organization and productivity at work! Don’t miss out—tune in now and start optimizing your workflow. 🎧✨

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Feeling stuck in your career? It’s a common challenge that many of us face—but it doesn’t have to be permanent. In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we’re diving into practical strategies to help you fall back in love with your job, reignite your passion, and set a clear path forward. Whether you're feeling stagnant in your current role or simply craving more fulfillment at work, this episode is for you.

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Don’t let career stagnation hold you back—take action today to rediscover your passion and set a path for success. Tune in now to learn how to move from feeling stuck to feeling excited and empowered in your career!

Keywords: career stagnation, fall in love with your job, career growth, job fulfillment, professional development, vision for your career, creating a career roadmap, professional goals, leadership support, career clarity

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In this bonus episode of Get Organized at Work, Kayla shares a personal productivity lesson from using a new planner she found on Amazon. She discusses how writing down and prioritizing tasks helps create clarity, accountability, and better time management. Kayla highlights the importance of not just using a planner but learning from it—adjusting priorities based on real work demands and practicing discernment in leadership. Whether you're using a productivity desk pad or just a simple Post-it note, this episode will help you refine your approach to getting the right things done. Plus, a special Valentine’s Day shoutout to all listeners! Tune in for this quick but impactful episode.

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Is your desk covered in piles of paper? Are your digital files a mess, making it impossible to find what you need? Clutter—both physical and digital—can slow you down, increase stress, and kill productivity. In this episode of "Get Organized at Work" podcast, Kayla walks you through simple, actionable strategies to organize your paperwork, declutter your digital files, and create a system that sticks. Learn how to use Genius Scan (a free app) to digitize important documents, set up a searchable filing system, and streamline your workflow using Asana, OneNote, or Microsoft Teams. Plus, she’ll share how to manage your inbox with email organization tips, project management strategies, and file-naming best practices to keep everything in order. Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or busy professional, these time-saving organization hacks will help you clear your desk, reclaim your focus, and work more efficiently.

🔹 Topics Covered: Paper organization, digital decluttering, file management, productivity hacks, email inbox zero, project management tools, Microsoft Teams, Asana, OneNote, Genius Scan, time management, workplace organization.

🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward a clutter-free workspace!

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Great leaders don’t just focus on tasks, they drive culture change and innovation by helping their teams think bigger, act with accountability, and align with a clear vision. In this episode of the “Get Organized at Work” podcast, we dive into how to shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive leadership, build a strategic roadmap, and create a team culture that prioritizes results over drama. You’ll learn how to extend trust, delegate effectively, and know when to get in the details vs. when to step back. We’ll also cover direct communication with empathy, how to stop workplace gossip, stand in your team’s shoes, and foster transparency. I’ll share real leadership stories, from navigating major system upgrades to leading through the COVID crisis, blood shortages, and ransomware attacks, and how I used Cy Wakeman’s “What do I know for sure?” mindset to keep my teams focused and resilient. Whether you’re a new manager, director, or executive, this episode will give you practical strategies to transform your leadership, think bigger, and drive lasting culture change.

🔹Topics Covered: Leadership mindset shifts, culture change, team accountability, strategic planning, direct communication, delegation, time management, executive leadership skills, and overcoming imposter syndrome.

🎧Listen now and take the first step toward becoming a more visionary, proactive leader!

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Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the cycle of never-ending to-do lists? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, we dive into why traditional to-do lists are failing you and how they’re keeping you stuck in a cycle of burnout and busywork. Discover the power of Leader Standard Work—a system I discovered around ten years ago that's helped myself as well as professionals on my team (and especially in healthcare) focus on strategic outcomes, align daily habits with big goals, and finally take control of their time. We’ll explore why this approach is superior to task-based lists and tackle common objections, like “I’ve tried it before, and it didn’t work” or “I just have too much work and I'm so busy." Plus, learn how to get started with Leader Standard Work today in a simple, sustainable way. Don’t forget to join our free Get Organized at Work Community for exclusive resources, including a free Leader Standard Work template, step-by-step videos, and access to our Project Roadmap Webinar replay. If you’re ready to boost your productivity and achieve your career goals, this episode is a must-listen!

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EPISODE 1 of 3 - Don’t Wait for Permission: Improve Your Time Management and Organize Your Daily Work in OneNote in 2025!

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EPISODE 3 of 3 - Mastering Communication for Career Growth: How to Effectively Communicate with Your Boss and Team

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In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we dive into how to create your personal brand at work that helps set you apart and supports your career growth. Learn actionable tips to enhance your professional presence, and build a reputation for being organized. Discover how aligning your actions with your desired perception can help you stand out, thrive, and take your career to the next level. When we’re intentional about our personal brand, we shift how we show up on a daily basis and quickly influence how we are perceived. Whether you're looking to boost workplace confidence or refine your personal brand, this episode is packed with strategies to help you succeed. Kayla also walks you through taking and interpreting the 16personalities test to help you create self awareness and shares her test results. Tune in and start building your brand today!

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In this inspiring episode of Get Organized at Work podcast, Kayla revisits a timeless topic from her archives, offering fresh perspective and relevance for today's listeners. She tackles the all-too-common struggle of trying to do everything yourself—whether it’s ensuring everyone’s tasks are completed or attempting to control every outcome. Kayla encourages listeners to pause, reflect, and consider a new approach: asking for help and leaning on others.

She discusses how stepping back and collaborating with your team can unlock a more effective way to work. By leveraging the unique skills of those around you, you not only lighten your load but also achieve better and more productive outcomes.

This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to carry the weight of the world on your shoulders. Instead, Kayla provides actionable advice to help you delegate, collaborate, and ultimately create a smarter, more sustainable path to productivity. Tune in for a dose of encouragement and leave feeling empowered to work more effectively—without the burnout.

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In this episode of "Get Organized at Work," we dive into optimizing your communication with your boss at work. Kayla introduces the Active Projects List—a powerful tool to communicate your value to your boss without overwhelming them with unnecessary details. Whether you're navigating time management, project updates, or team collaboration, this episode equips you with actionable tips to enhance communication at work and drive meaningful results.

This episode is part of a 3 episode series where we cover 1) Time Management and Organizing Your Daily Work, Project Management and Project Prioritization, and 3) Communicating Your Value at Work. All episodes are linked below! Be sure not to miss any of them.

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Project Management Made Easy: Take Control of Your Career Today

Feeling overwhelmed by all the projects on your plate? In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we’re diving into project management tools for maximum impact and career growth. If you listened to our previous episode on organizing your daily work, you’ve already built a solid foundation for managing your tasks. Now, it’s time to take it to the next level by tackling project management with confidence and clarity.

We’ll start with brain dumping—getting all those ideas and tasks out of your head and into a system that works. Then, we’ll explore how to identify areas for improvement by listening to your team and noticing inefficiencies. You’ll learn how to prioritize projects based on resources, impact, timing, and organizational readiness, ensuring you focus on what truly matters.

Discover tools like project management Gantt charts, project roadmaps, and A3 thinking to keep your projects on track. We’ll also talk about checking on project statuses monthly, communicating progress to the right stakeholders, and measuring success with key performance indicators (KPIs). These strategies will help you stay organized, lead proactively, and achieve measurable results.

Don’t miss this essential episode as we build on daily work strategies and prepare for next week’s discussion on communicating your progress and results to your boss. Tune in now and take control of your career with simple, effective project management techniques!

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