156: Laura Vanderkam: How To Take Control of Your Time and Prioritize What Matters Most

Overview

How we think about and plan our time matters, especially if we want to focus on the ambitions and goals in life and work that truly matter to us.

There’s no shortage of advice out there for managing your time. But successfully implementing it is an ongoing source of frustration and struggle. 

My guest, Laura Vanderkam, has been studying time management for over fifteen years. In our conversation, she offers a fresh perspective on common narratives about how much time we have and how we use it. Her approach is both optimistic and practical, with concrete tools and insights to put into your own practice of managing your time.

More About Our Guest

Laura Vanderkam is the author of several time management and productivity books, including Tranquility by Tuesday and 168 Hours. She is the co-host of the Best of Both Worlds podcast and the host of Before Breakfast. She lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and five children, and blogs at LauraVanderkam.com.

Listen to the full episode to hear:

  • Common misconceptions about time and work-life balance

  • Importance of time tracking for effective time allocation

  • Practical and counter-intuitive tips for managing multiple responsibilities

  • Why setting a bedtime matters

  • The value of weekly planning sessions for life management

  • The role of self-reflection in identifying priorities

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Resources Mentioned

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