Feeling buried by clutter and never-ending to-dos? Welcome to Tidy the Clutter—the quirky cozy, no-pressure podcast that helps you clear the mess and feel more calm, clear, and in control of your home, your time, and your headspace (one tiny win at a time). Join Mariah—full-time remote worker, mom of two, and self-proclaimed organizing realist—who’s figuring it out right alongside you, all from the judgment-free zone. She shares simple systems and smart strategies that actually work for busy ...
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Tidy Workspace Podcasts
Conversations with productivity experts, authors, and creatives on how to implement productivity strategies in both your professional and personal life. The goal as you listen is to help you gain perspective, practical knowledge, and productivity insights for living a whole life that goes Beyond The To-Do List.
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How to Start a Digital Declutter for Your Phone in Just 15 Minutes
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16:50If your phone has started to feel like a second junk drawer—overflowing with apps you barely touch, endless notifications, and digital chaos that leaves your brain buzzing—you’re not alone. In today’s episode of Tidy the Clutter, Mariah opens up about the quiet overwhelm that digital clutter brings, especially when life is already stretching you th…
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Mamie Kanfer Stewart on Meeting Smarter: How to Stop Wasting Time at Work (Shortcast)
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10:48In this Shortcast edition, Mamie Kanfer Stewart, co-author of Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging and Enjoyable Meetings, explains why meetings are one of the biggest productivity drains—and how to fix them. From clarifying desired outcomes to optimizing who’s in the room, Mamie shares practical, people-focused strategies to make meetings more e…
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Nightstand Organization: Small Wins for Overwhelmed Moms Ready for Calm
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17:41Ever wake up to a cluttered nightstand and feel defeated before your day starts? In this episode, I walk you through a gentle, 5-minute nightstand organization that turns overwhelm into a real, tangible win. We'll clean together step-by-step, talk mindset tips to break that guilt spiral, and create zones to keep everything in its place. Perfect doe…
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Mike Vardy on The Productivity Diet: Feeding What Fuels You
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42:11I’m excited to welcome back Mike Vardy to the show. Mike is a productivity strategist, longtime friend of the podcast, and the author of The Productivity Diet: A Practical Guide to Nurturing Your Productive Potential. In this conversation, we dive into how the language, systems, and inputs you choose each day can either nourish or deplete your abil…
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Donald Miller on Productivity: How to Focus, Finish, and Find Meaning (Shortcast)
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10:03In this Shortcast edition, Donald Miller, author of Building a StoryBrand, shares how applying storytelling principles can bring clarity, purpose, and momentum to your personal and professional life. Drawing from narrative theory, Donald explains how to see your life as a story—complete with a clear goal, supporting characters, and an inciting inci…
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Flexible Summer Routines: Tiny Habits to Rescue Your Sanity
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15:59If your summer schedule is already melting and the snacks and chaos are piling up, you’re not alone! In this episode, I open up about how rigid plans fizzle out in the most flexible season, and share the real-life “anchors” that are bringing peace to our days. I’ll walk you through my two non-negotiables, what habit actually makes our playroom rese…
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Cynthia Kane on The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations
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36:37In this episode, Cynthia Kane, author of The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations, joins the show to discuss how to improve communication by mastering the art of pausing. Cynthia, a communication expert, explains why taking a moment to pause before reacting in difficult situations can lead to more effective and mindful communi…
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Cal Newport on Digital Minimalism: How to Reclaim Focus and Control (Shortcast)
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9:10In this Shortcast edition, Cal Newport, author of Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World, shares how we can reclaim our time and attention by taking control of our relationship with digital technology. Rather than rejecting tech entirely, Cal proposes a minimalist approach—using technology with intention and only when it suppo…
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Organizing Kids Spaces for a Clutter-Free Summer—Easy Wins for Real Moms
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14:11Summer and kids’ clutter: the struggle is real! In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite simple ways to organize kids’ spaces so you can ditch the constant resetting and actually live in your home. If you’re tired of stepping on toys, frustrated by mess that multiplies overnight, or drowning in Pinterest-perfect pressure, you’ll find practical (and…
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Jess Cording on Strategies for Managing Stress: Mind, Body, and Spirit (Shortcast)
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10:47In this special Shortcast, Jess Cording, author of The Little Book of Game Changers: 50 Healthy Habits for Managing Stress and Anxiety, shares practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety by making small, sustainable changes across mind, body, and spirit. Jess offers gentle, doable practices that go beyond willpower—emphasizing progress over p…
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Refresh Your Bedroom: Simple Secrets for a Calmer, Happier Home
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12:41Ever wish your bedroom could be a breath of fresh air—without a big project or feeling guilty for taking time just for you? In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite quick wins to refresh your bedroom—the real, doable tweaks that help you breathe easier (even if the house is still loud and messy). Walk away with guilt-free routines, tips for keeping…
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Shira Gill on How Minimalism and Intentionality Can Transform Your Life
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39:42In this episode, Shira Gill, author of Lifestyle: Your Guide to a More Organized and Intentional Life, joins the show to discuss her approach to minimalism and intentional living. Shira, a professional organizer, shares how she applies the principles of minimalism not just to physical possessions but to all aspects of life—helping to create space f…
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Clear the End-of-School Clutter: A Quick Parent’s Guide to a Lighter Summer
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12:05It’s the last day of school and your kids come bursting in, backpacks overflowing with crumpled papers, stray art projects, and mystery notebooks—suddenly, your living room looks like a stationery store exploded. If the thought alone makes you want to run for cover (or just close the door and pretend you didn’t see it), you are absolutely not alone…
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Jim Guinn on Preventing Conflict: How to Get Along with Anyone at Work and Home
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35:01In this episode, Jim Guinn, co-author of How to Get Along with Anyone: The Playbook for Predicting and Preventing Conflict at Work and at Home, joins the show to discuss the art of conflict prevention. Jim, an expert in mediation and conflict resolution, shares practical tools for recognizing and managing conflict before it escalates into full-blow…
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How to Let Go of Clutter Without the Guilt: Mindset Shifts for a Lighter Home & Heart
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12:38If holding onto stuff “just in case” or out of guilt feels all too familiar, this episode is for you. I’ll share the honest, emotional side of why we hang on to sentimental clutter—and how to lighten that load without losing what matters. You’ll hear real-life stories (from truckloads of childhood boxes to treasured shirts after loss), gentle minds…
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Baratunde Thurston on Unplugging: How to Reclaim Your Time and Focus (Shortcast)
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11:19In this special Shortcast edition, Baratunde Thurston, shares his experience of unplugging from social media for 25 days—and what he learned about stress, productivity, and the importance of being present. Baratunde reveals how stepping away from constant digital interaction can lead to more meaningful real-world connections and less burnout. In th…
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Decluttering When You’re Short On Time: Real Wins for Busy Moms
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11:03Ever feel like decluttering requires a whole lost weekend? Me too—and I’m here to flip that script. In this episode, I’m sharing how progress is possible even when your calendar is bursting. You’ll discover my favorite low-pressure strategies like the one surface rule (yes, just a single table counts!) and how to sneak in tiny resets during your re…
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Melody Wilding on Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from Those in Charge
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48:23In this episode, Melody Wilding, author of Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from People in Charge, joins the show to discuss the often-overlooked skill of managing up. Melody shares insights on how to communicate more effectively with those in higher positions, ensuring that you get the support and guidance you need for your career while maint…
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One Small Step: Evening Wins That Change Everything
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11:40If mornings feel chaotic and you wish you could start the day with a little more calm, this episode is for you! I’m sharing my go-to evening tidy routine—the real system that transformed our mornings from frantic to peaceful. You’ll hear exactly how my family does a 15-minute reset (no perfection, no stress) and walks into a less cluttered space ev…
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Courtney Carver on Gentle Rest: How to Stress Less and Live the Life You Want
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50:56In this episode, Courtney Carver, author of Rest More, Stress Less: How to Live the Life You Actually Want, shares her transformative approach to prioritizing rest and reducing stress. Courtney, a simplicity and decluttering expert, discusses how rest is not just a reward but a necessity for productivity, creativity, and overall well-being. In this…
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Turn Digital Clutter into Calm: Actionable Steps for a Peaceful Digital Routine
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24:55Ever lost precious time searching through photo chaos or drowning in email overload? Me too! In this episode, I’m sharing real-life strategies for digital declutter for moms, from silencing overwhelming notifications to organizing family photos without hours of effort. I’ll walk you through easy routines—even doable during the kettle boil!—so menta…
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Master Small Space Organization: Declutter and Reduce Stress in Your Home
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21:10Are small spaces causing big stress in your life? You're not alone! Join me as we dive into small space organization and discover how to transform chaos into calm, one step at a time. I'll share the secret to using vertical space and how strategic decluttering can ease your daily mental load. Get ready for practical solutions and stress-free organi…
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Jeremy Kubicek on The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following (Shortcast)
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12:00In this special Shortcast edition, Jeremy Kubicek, author of The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following, shares how we can lead with both support and challenge to help others reach their full potential. Drawing inspiration from Sherpas guiding climbers on Mount Everest, Jeremy illustrates what it means to lead others by being fully for …
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Decluttering Mindset Makeover: Tips to Simplify Your Living Space
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19:03Ever felt weighed down by clutter and the thought of tackling it all is just too much? Trust me, you’re not alone. In this week’s episode, we're diving into the mindset shift that can transform how you approach clutter. Embrace starting small to make big changes—perfect for those hectic days of mom life! I'll share my personal journey with declutte…
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Angus Nelson on Confidence: How to Stop Waiting and Start Living Boldly
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41:34In this episode, Angus Nelson, author of Confidence Comes Later, discusses his journey of building confidence through action and embracing uncertainty. Angus, an entrepreneur and personal development coach, explores how to disrupt your life by taking bold steps instead of waiting for confidence to appear, and how this can lead to personal growth an…
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Julie Fast on Getting It Done When You’re Depressed: Practical Strategies for Productivity
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53:48In this episode we revisit a conversation with Julie Fast, author of Getting It Done When You’re Depressed: 50 Strategies to Help You Achieve Productivity Even with Depression, Anxiety, or ADHD. She shares her expertise on how to overcome productivity barriers caused by mental health struggles. Julie, who has lived with bipolar disorder, depression…
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Organizing Kids' Artwork: Through Simple Systems
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18:32Do you feel overwhelmed by the constant influx of your children's schoolwork and art projects? In this episode, I'm sharing my tried-and-true systems for managing all those papers without the mom guilt. I'll walk you through creating a simple file box system for important school documents, implementing a fridge artwork rotation, and exploring digit…
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Sara Sherman on Using Music to Enhance Focus and Wellbeing
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48:01In this episode, Sara Sherman, author of Resonant Minds: The Transformative Power of Music, joins the show to discuss the powerful and often underestimated role of music in our lives. Sara, a classical musician and educator, explores how music can not only enhance our emotional well-being but also improve focus, productivity, and social connections…
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Anne-Laure Le Cunnf on Tiny Experiments: Redefining Success in a Goal-Obsessed World
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46:01In this episode, Anne-Laure Le Cunff, author of Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, joins the show to discuss her experimental approach to goal-setting and personal growth. Anne-Laure, a neuroscience enthusiast and founder of Ness Labs, explores how shifting from traditional goal-setting to small, iterative experiments ca…
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How to Organize Family Photos With a Simple, Sustainable System
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32:29In this episode, I'm tackling a challenge that affects every mom—digital photo chaos! If you've ever felt overwhelmed by thousands of unsorted photos or panicked when you couldn't find a special memory, this episode is for you. I'll share my simple system for organizing family photos, clearing digital clutter, and creating keepsakes you'll actually…
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Madeline Mann on Reverse the Search: Turning Job Seeking into Job Shopping
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48:18In this episode, Madelin Mann, author of Reverse the Search: How to Turn Job Seeking into Job Shopping, joins the show to share her expert advice on transforming the traditional job search process. With years of experience in HR and recruiting, Madelin provides valuable insights into how to stand out in today’s competitive job market by shifting fr…
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Ximena Vengeochea on The Life Audit: How to Reevaluate Your Goals and Reclaim Your Path
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45:25In this episode, Ximena Vengeochea, author of The Life Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovering Your Goals and Building the Life You Want, shares her approach to re-evaluating life’s priorities and making intentional changes. Ximena, a former LinkedIn leader, uses her background in user research to help others take a fresh, introspective approach…
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Setting Up Family Spaces That Work | Kid-Friendly Organization
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19:11Do you feel like your home is working against you instead of for you? In this episode, I share how to create family spaces that actually function—where everyone (yes, even the kids!) can help maintain order. Building on our popular "two activity rule" from Episode 16, I reveal practical strategies for transforming shared living areas into organized…
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Elizabeth Lotardo on Leading Yourself: How to Find Purpose in Your Current Job
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52:35In this episode, Elizabeth Lotardo, author of Leading Yourself: Finding More Joy, Meaning, and Opportunities in the Job You Already Have, shares her insights on how to find purpose and fulfillment in your current job. Drawing on her background as an organizational psychologist, Elizabeth explores how shifting your mindset can help you thrive at wor…
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Andrew Brodsky on Mastering Successful Virtual Communication
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51:38In this episode, Andrew Brodsky, author of Ping: The Secrets of Successful Virtual Communication, explores how virtual communication can be improved for both productivity and relationship-building. Andrew, a professor at the University of Texas and expert on virtual communication, discusses his research and personal journey in understanding how we …
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Organization Habits Made Easy | The 10-Minute Solution
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13:33Are you stuck in an endless cycle of organizing and re-organizing the same spaces? In this episode, I reveal why your organization efforts might not be sticking and share my proven approach to creating sustainable habits that work with real family life, not against it. Building on our popular 10 Minute Tidy method, I'll show you how focusing on one…
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Jenny Wood on Wild Courage: How to Overcome Fear and Unlock Your Potential
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49:29In this episode, we welcome Jenny Wood, a former Google executive, founder of Own Your Career, and author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It. Jenny shares powerful insights into overcoming fear, taking bold risks, and navigating personal and professional growth with courage. In this conversation, we explore: The Courage to Overcome …
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Oliver Burkeman on Embracing Limits and Making Time for What Matters
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44:15I’m excited to welcome Oliver Burkeman back to the show to discuss his new book, Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts. You can find his previous conversation on the show here. Oliver is a journalist and author best known for 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. His latest book offers a p…
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Getting Back on Track with Routines - Simple Steps to Restart Without Overwhelm
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16:47Ever had your routines completely derailed by a fun family day or unexpected challenge? In this episode, I'm sharing my personal experience with missing my Saturday reset routine and how I found my way back without the overwhelming pressure to catch up on everything at once. I'll walk you through practical strategies like focusing on your "must-dos…
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Ximena Vengoechea on Listening Like You Mean It for Better Productivity
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39:24I’m excited revisit this conversation with Ximena Vengoechea to the show to discuss her book, Listen Like You Mean It: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection. Ximena is a user researcher, author, and expert in communication and active listening. Her book explores how we can deepen our conversations, overcome common listening mistakes, and foste…
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Networking Without Fear: Michaela Alexis on Overcoming Anxiety
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56:11I’m excited to welcome Michaela Alexis to the show to discuss her new book, No Fear Networking: A Guide to Building Connections for the Socially Anxious Professional. Michaela is a keynote speaker, LinkedIn expert, and networking coach who helps professionals overcome social anxiety and build meaningful connections in their careers. In this convers…
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The 10 Minute Focus Reset: Transform Chaotic Spaces into Productive Places
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22:09Ever feel like visual clutter is hijacking your focus? I get it! In this episode, I'm sharing my proven 10 minute focus reset method that helped me tackle our family finances despite a coffee table covered in Disney Lorcana cards and kids' toys. You'll learn five practical steps to create calm in shared spaces without disrupting everyone else's act…
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Digital Organization: Quick Systems for Busy Families
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16:37Is your digital world feeling as chaotic as your kitchen junk drawer? In this episode, I'm sharing my tried-and-true system for taking control of your digital space – from a simple three-label email system to fool-proof file naming conventions that actually work for busy families. As a mom of four, I know finding time for organization feels impossi…
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Optimizing Your Workspace: Mo Hamzian on Sensory Design for Productivity
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35:16I’m excited to welcome Mo Hamzian to the show to discuss the future of workspaces and how to optimize environments for focus, productivity, and well-being. Mo is an entrepreneur, real estate expert, and the co-founder of VEL, a company dedicated to redefining workspaces for the modern workforce. In this conversation, we cover: The Evolution of Work…
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Imagination and Creativity at Work with Duncan Wardle
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45:03I’m excited to welcome Duncan Wardle to the show to discuss his new book, The Imagination Emporium: The Creative Tools to Change the Way You Think. Duncan is a former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, a global speaker, and an expert in unlocking human imagination. His book presents practical tools for breaking free from conventional thin…
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Create a Simple Weekly Reset That Reduces Frustration
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22:08Feel like life's moving faster than you can keep up? In this episode, discover how one simple weekly reset routine can transform your home and mindset. I'm sharing my personal Saturday reset system, practical tips for creating your own schedule, and ways to maintain order even during life's busiest seasons. Learn how to involve the whole family, ta…
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Debra Eckerling on Setting and Achieving Goals with Clarity
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36:48I’m excited to welcome Debra Eckerling to the show to discuss her new book, 52 Secrets for Goal Setting and Goal Getting: How to Stay Focused, Grow Your Network, and Get More Done in Less Time. Debra is a goal-setting expert, author, and the creator of the DEB Method, which helps individuals and organizations define, plan, and achieve their goals. …
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Organizing Your Space and Mind: Lessons from Tidy Dad, Tyler Moore
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43:21This week, I’m excited to welcome Tyler Moore, also known as Tidy Dad, to the show to discuss his new book, Tidy Up Your Life: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters. Tyler is a teacher, writer, and advocate for creating intentional, organized spaces that support well-being. Through his Tidy Dad brand, he shares prac…
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Home Office Organization with Kids: Simple Systems for a Productive Workspace
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14:07Working from home with kids can turn your desk into a catch-all for toys, art projects, and mysterious crumbs. In this episode, discover practical strategies for maintaining a productive workspace without becoming the household's fix-it station. Learn about the "right-side solution" - a game-changing approach to managing items needing attention, an…
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Optimizing Brain States: Hyperefficiency with Dr. Mithu Storoni
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46:52I’m excited to welcome Dr. Mithu Storoni to the show to discuss her new book, Hyperefficient: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work. Dr. Storoni is a physician, researcher, and expert in neuroscience and performance optimization. Her latest book challenges conventional productivity methods and introduces a brain-based approach to workin…
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