Ever scroll through social media and feel like you're already behind before 8 AM because some successful "guru" claims they've already crushed half a day's work? Well, I'm about to pull back the curtain on one of these claims. 

There's a specific productivity claim making the rounds from speaker Ed Mylett that he swears by: fitting three full days into one 24-hour period.

Sounds too good to be true? That's because it is. Today I'm breaking down why this approach (and others like it) might actually be working against you, and what you should focus on instead.

In This Episode, I'll Cover:

• Why Ed Mylett's "three days in one" approach isn't realistic for most women
• The real math behind popular "time manipulation" claims
• Why certain productivity hacks ignore how women's bodies actually work
• What to do when you feel behind because of social media productivity pressure
• A better approach to managing your time and energy

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If you feel like you can’t get through a single task without being interrupted, you are not imagining it. Whether it is your phone lighting up, your kids asking for something the moment you sit down, or your brain suddenly reminding you of a dozen random things, interruptions are everywhere.

In this episode, I am breaking down the two biggest types of interruptions that derail your day. One comes from the outside, the other from inside your own head. I will walk you through how to identify both and share practical, easy-to-use strategies to help you finally create space for focused work time.

In This Episode, I’ll Cover:

• The difference between external and internal interruptions
• Why women are interrupted more often, both at home and at work
• A simple visual cue that helps reduce interruptions instantly
• A two-minute brain-clearing technique that helps quiet mental clutter

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If you’re a mom who’s ever found yourself wondering, “Why am I doing all the things and still feeling stuck?”, this episode is for you.

I’m joined by Dr. Anne Welsh, a therapist and executive coach who works with working mothers navigating the identity shift that happens when your ambition meets the reality of motherhood. We’re digging into something she calls the ambition paradox—that feeling when you’re chasing all the right goals but still don’t feel fulfilled.

This conversation is packed with validation, practical insight, and one of the best analogies I’ve ever heard for how to clean out all the “shoulds” and expectations we carry as women and moms.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

• What the ambition paradox is and why so many mothers fall into it
• The invisible identity shift that happens when you become a mom
• Why chasing “success” can sometimes pull you further from what matters
• How to figure out what’s truly yours and what’s been put on you
• What can shift when you start living from a place of alignment, not fear

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• Website: drannewelsh.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/drannewelsh
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drannewelsh

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If summer has ever left you feeling torn between being the “fun mom” and the “productive mom,” you are not alone. That internal tug-of-war between enjoying the moment and keeping your life on track can quickly turn summer into a season of guilt, stress, and burnout.

In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite seasonal strategies, A Days and B Days, to help you enjoy summer and stay on top of what matters most. This simple system gives you a way to be fully present with your family without letting your priorities slip through the cracks.

Whether you’re running a business, managing a household, or both, this episode will show you how to approach summer with intention, so you can enjoy it as much as your kids do.

In This Episode, I’ll Walk You Through:

• What A Days, B Days, and even C Days actually are
• Why this system helps reduce guilt, stress, and resentment
• How to customize your summer schedule to fit your family and your responsibilities
• How communication and rhythm make this work (and keep it sustainable all summer)
• A few examples from my own summer planning that might inspire your own

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I’ll be the first to tell you, I love AI. I use it almost every day to support my work and personal life. But when it comes to planning your time, it is important to know where AI fits and where it doesn't.

After diving deep into several popular AI planning platforms, I am sharing the five major pitfalls I uncovered. These challenges are especially important to understand if you are balancing work, family, caregiving, and the realities of daily life. In this episode, you will hear why AI planning tools can actually create more overwhelm and where AI can truly support your planning in a helpful way.

In This Episode, We’ll Cover:

• Why your digital calendar will never be "smart enough" to run your life
• How AI planning tools make decisions without understanding what actually matters
• The danger of letting a tool prioritize your time without your input
• Why unpredictability and real-life pivots break AI’s logic
• The one way I do recommend using AI to support your planning

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When we think about retirement, most of the conversation centers around finances. But what if that’s only part of the story? In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Monique Rhodes to talk about the part of retirement planning no one’s really talking about...the emotional and mental transition.

Monique shares why so many women hit retirement age and find themselves feeling lost, disconnected, or even invisible, despite doing everything they were “supposed” to. Together, we unpack the loss of structure, identity, and purpose that can come when careers end and roles shift and how to intentionally plan for what comes next.

Whether retirement is around the corner or years away, this conversation is filled with perspective-shifting insight and gentle encouragement to start thinking about the whole picture—your time, your joy, your relationships, and your purpose.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

• Why financial planning isn’t enough to feel fulfilled in retirement
• The identity shift that can leave women feeling untethered
• The emotional toll of losing everyday social connections
• How to start building a meaningful post-retirement life before you get there

Connect with Monique:

• www.facebook.com/moniquerhodesofficial
• www.instagram.com/moniquerhodesofficial
• Free Training on How to Design a Retirement Rich in Purpose, Connection & Happiness: https://theretirementroadmapacademy.com

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Working motherhood is one of the greatest juggling acts there is—and if you’re feeling like one dropped ball could send everything crashing down, you’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Armstrong, seasoned marketing executive, author, and mom, to talk about what it actually looks like to navigate a full-time career while raising kids—and how to do it in a way that’s sustainable, intentional, and aligned with what matters most.

Sarah brings not just wisdom from her book, The Art of the Juggling Act, but decades of real-life experience. From setting clear boundaries at work (and communicating them without guilt), to putting her laptop away on purpose, to giving herself permission to shift her work hours around her family, this conversation is packed with honest reflections and practical strategies.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

• Why communicating your boundaries is just as important as setting them
• How to manage “Grace time” (and what that really means)
• What transference of hours looks like and how it supports working moms
• Why removing your laptop and phone from view can shift your presence at home
• How small intentional shifts add up to feeling more in control

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• www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-madden-armstrong
• www.thejugglingact.com

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We all know we can’t live outside our financial means, right? But have you ever stopped to consider that the same is true for your time?

In this episode, I’m introducing the concept of living outside your time means—a sneaky trap that leads so many women to believe they have a time management problem, when really… It’s just a math issue. You’re trying to fit more into your days and weeks than they can actually hold. And no amount of productivity hacks or color-coded calendars can fix that.

I’ll show you how to recognize when you’ve hit that limit, and walk you through three simple but powerful steps to get back within your time means—so you can stop overcommitting, start planning realistically, and actually feel in control of your week.

This episode is your permission slip to stop trying to “make it all fit” and start planning in a way that reflects your real life—and your real capacity.

In This Episode, We’ll Explore:

• Why the problem isn’t you—it’s the math
• How to figure out your true time “budget” each week
• What to do when your task list doesn’t fit your available time
• Three key filters to help you decide what doesn’t make the cut (without guilt)

Mentioned In The Episode:

• Want to learn how to calculate your time budget and plan with clarity? Join my TOP Bootcamp: thetopbootcamp.com

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You’re doing all the things. The calendar is full, the to-do list is moving, and yet—you’re still feeling overwhelmed, scattered, and completely drained. Sound familiar? You might be paying the Divided Attention Tax without even realizing it.

In this episode, I’m unpacking what the Divided Attention Tax really is, how it shows up in your day-to-day life, and most importantly, what it’s quietly costing you—both in time and energy. From multitasking to mental overload to nonstop context switching, we’re talking through the hidden habits that are zapping your focus and leaving you feeling tapped out… even when everything technically gets done.

If you’ve ever caught yourself jumping from task to task, constantly thinking through a mental checklist, or wondering why you’re so tired all the time—this episode will help you finally name it, understand it, and take control of it.

In This Episode, We’ll Explore:

• The four ways divided attention sneaks into your day
• How task switching, context switching, and multitasking affect your brain
• The real reason you feel exhausted even when your list is complete
• What you can start doing today to reclaim your time and energy

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When was the last time you did something just for fun—with no goals, no pressure, and no productivity attached? If you can’t think of an answer, you’re not alone. So many women struggle to have hobbies, and today, we’re going to talk about why.

We often blame a lack of time, but the real reason goes much deeper. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal experience that made me realize how easily we turn hobbies into obligations—whether it’s setting unnecessary goals, feeling pressure to be “good” at something, or even turning a hobby into a side hustle.

If you’ve ever caught yourself turning a hobby into another to-do list item, this conversation will help you take a step back and rethink how you approach fun, creativity, and time for yourself—without guilt.

In This Episode, We’ll Explore:

• Why women struggle to do things just for fun
• How hobbies slowly turn into side hustles or productivity goals
• The mindset shift you need to truly enjoy a hobby guilt-free
• Three things you must do to break free from the pressure to “achieve”

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