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Episode Overview Feeling like you're constantly behind and overwhelmed isn't a personal failing—it's a system problem. Time management expert Megan Sumrell joins The Hole Shebang to revolutionize how you think about planning, productivity, and putting yourself first.

What You'll Learn

  • Why 97% of time management advice doesn't work for women and the biological differences that require different systems
  • How your daily task list is actually keeping you overwhelmed through unrealistic expectations and decision fatigue
  • The TOP framework: Time management, Organization, and Productivity designed specifically for women's lives
  • How to create an "uncertainty budget" and plan for life's inevitable disruptions without derailing your entire week
  • The critical importance of putting yourself on your calendar first—and why this isn't selfish, it's necessary

About Megan Sumrell Megan Sumrell is the CEO of The Pink Bee, a company dedicated to bringing work-life harmony to homes worldwide. With over 20 years in IT and software development, she brings a systematic, process-improvement approach to time management. After experiencing her own burnout as a working mother, Megan developed the TOP framework that has now served women in over 15 countries. She's also the host of a popular YouTube channel with over a million views and offers the annual Planapalooza event each October.

Key Topics Covered

  • The hidden cost of women's unpaid labor ($200,000+ annually)
  • Why traditional time management systems fail women
  • The connection between overwhelm and physical health
  • Weekly vs. daily planning strategies
  • Creating boundaries with your time and calendar
  • Planning for uncertainty and life's disruptions
  • The importance of prioritizing yourself without guilt

Connect with Megan

  • Website: ThePinkBee.com
  • Free app: Search "The Pink Bee" in App Store or Google Play
  • Planapalooza annual planning event: October 2025

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