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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.

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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!

EPISODE 2 of 3 - Project Management Made Easy: Take Control of Your Career Today with These Organization Tips

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

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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!

Thinking Bigger: How Leaders Can Drive Culture Change & Innovation

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

EPISODE 2 of 3 - Project Management Made Easy: Take Control of Your Career Today with These Organization Tips

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!

Thinking Bigger: How Leaders Can Drive Culture Change & Innovation

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

EPISODE 2 of 3 - Project Management Made Easy: Take Control of Your Career Today with These Organization Tips

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

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

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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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In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we tackle the biggest time management mistake professionals make in their careers: winging it day to day without a plan. Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares a simple, effective system to take control of your daily work using Microsoft OneNote. You’ll learn how to brain dump your tasks, categorize them with tags, and use checkmark boxes to track progress. Plus, discover how to time block your calendar for recurring tasks and create a daily review habit to stay ahead. Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to a more organized, productive workday!

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

Want the OneNote Tutorial or my 30 Ways to Get Organized at Work PDF? Get it inside my free podcast community:  Get Organized at Work Podcast Community⁠!

CONNECT WITH KAYLA:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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RESOURCES:

🆓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

Want the OneNote Tutorial or my 30 Ways to Get Organized at Work PDF? Get it inside my free podcast community:  Get Organized at Work Podcast Community⁠!

CONNECT WITH KAYLA:

📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals

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RESOURCES:

🆓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