The Better Workday Podcast

Time to reflect. In episode 10 of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh reflects on the experience of starting a new podcast and shares insights on managing workload, productivity, and well-being. If you have recently taken on new responsibilites at work then this episode is for you. 

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Feeling stressed about returning to work after a break? In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, Niamh discusses tips and strategies for returning to work after a break to make the transition smoother and less stressful. The episode covers the importance of disconnecting from work during time off, setting boundaries, communicating effectively with colleagues, and being intentional about the first day back at work.

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Supporting Blog: Switching off from work with a pre-holiday routine

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In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, Niamh shares her own experiences about giving and receiving feedback at work, along with feedback mistakes to avoid. She also shares the STAR (Specific, Timely, Action-focused, Relevant) Framework for Effective Feedback

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In this podcast episode, Niamh shares her experiences and insights on how to make one-to-one meetings more effective and valuable, whether you are a manager conducting these meetings or an employee participating in them. Niamh discusses the importance of purpose, people involved, format/structure, and frequency in one-to-one meetings.

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Supporting Blog: Unlock the Full Potential of Your One-on-One Meetings

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In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, Niamh shares practical tips on how to effectively manage and get a handle on your inbox. Niamh emphasises the importance of viewing email tools as allies in the workplace and provides a step-by-step guide to organising and prioritising emails to reduce stress and improve productivity.

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Supporting Blog: Mastering Email Management: A Step-by-Step Approach

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In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, we discuss the Pomodoro technique, a time management tool designed to enhance productivity. Niamh explains how it works and discusses various situations where the technique can be particularly beneficial, including managing emails, tackling 'slow brain' tasks, tidying up loose ends, exploring new tasks, and accomplishing short-time tasks.

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How to get better at taking breaks at work

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In today's fast-paced world, where the lines between work and life blur, burnout has become a silent epidemic that threatens our well-being and productivity. But it doesn't have to be this way. In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast we discuss some of the signs of burnout, its underlying causes, and, most importantly, actionable steps you can take to prevent it from taking over your life.

Whether you're a leader looking to support your team or an individual striving to find balance in the modern workplace, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to avoid burnout and thrive in your professional and personal life.

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Why is goal-setting important, and how can it help you be more productive?

In this episode, Niamh shares how good goals can help you make more progress and protect your work-life balance.

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What is work-life balance, and is it achievable in today's hyper-connected world of work?

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