The 24/7 nature of the modern workplace means that the boundaries between work and “not work” are blurrier than ever before. It’s even hard to know where your job title ends and your identity begins. Trust me, I’ve been there. In my conversation with Millennial Career Strategist Adunola Adeshola, she tackles toxic work environments, desperation hires, articulating your unique value, and separating your personal identity and self worth from the job title on your business card.

Welcome to my bookshelf! In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite, must-read books on time management, productivity and work/life balance that I reach for again and again. From starting new habits that stick, to test-driving tons of productivity strategies, to making the most of your 168 hours - any of the books on this list will shift your perspective on productivity, change your thoughts on time and possibly even change your life. Without a doubt, each of these reads were life-changing for me in some way, and I’m so excited to share them with you! Happy reading!

Truth be told, I always thought that hiring a pro organizer was for fancy people. After working with Sara West, owner of South Coast Organizers, I learned firsthand the absolute joy and relief that comes from working with an unbiased pro. Tune in and learn Sara's best tips for decluttering, being intentional with your stuff, and what it's really like to have someone else unpack, organize and edit your home.

When I picked up the book Peak Performance, I did NOT expect the secret ingredient to recording-breaking success to be REST. Especially because I’ve (wrongly) believed for years that I’m not good at resting. But rest is far too important to put on the backburner, and it deserves a spot on your to-do list. If you want to be your best, in this episode I share four solid reasons why you should prioritize rest.  Plus, three different ways to incorporate rest into your life tonight, tomorrow and all year long.

Are you a leader? Chances are - even if you don't see yourself as a leader - others are looking to you because of your unique impact on the world. Not sure what that impact is? Executive Coach LeeAnn Moss is here to help you level up your leadership at work, home and in the community by sharing her best tips for cultivating your soft skills, making time for rest, and defining your unique impact before someone else defines it for you.

Kat Schmoyer is a multi-passionate dreamer of big things. Coach, business cheerleader, wedding planner, and Founder of Creative at Heart - an education brand on a mission to equip and encourage through community and connection. Listen in on my conversation with Kat and hear all about what it means to be creative at heart, what it's like to craft an unforgettable annual conference experience during a pandemic, and all the details on Creative at Heart Round 10 in Bermuda Run, NC - July 19-22.

Stepping away from work for more than a few days - whether you're a corporate professional or a business owner - is challenging. How do you maintain your momentum? How do you meet your financial goals if your income or benefits are reduced? How do you create a plan for yourself if there's no HR department to do it for you? Today is Day 1 of my maternity leave, and in this episode I'm diving into how to prep for extended time off so you can actually disconnect and focus on being Out of Office.

What even is productivity? Somewhere along the way, being productive evolved into doing as many things as possible, as quickly as possible. Cue the overwhelm and neverending to-do lists. Business Coach & Finance Teacher Katie Wussow knows that true productivity comes from doing the RIGHT things. But how do we know if we’re on the right track or if we’re just spinning our wheels? What ARE the right things? Tune in to hear Katie’s approach to productivity using priorities and personal goals as your guide.   🔗SHOW NOTES for Episode 69   Stay in touch with Katie! Her website - katiewussow.com Instagram - @katiewussow Listen to her podcast - The Game Changer  ------ Resources in this episode: 📚Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen 📚The Getting Things Done Workbook: 10 Moves to Stress-Free Productivity 📚Free to Focus: A Total Productivity System to Achieve More by Doing Less 📚Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal Newport 📚Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport 📚Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits--to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life by Gretchen Rubin 📚The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin  ------ Ready to step into each week feeling calm, prepared and ready for anything? Enroll in Get a Game Plan: 3 Steps to Design Your Winning Week! ------ Want to join a community of ambitious go-getters like you? Want to find out how others are doing life behind the scenes? Want to have Anna as your personal time management coach?    Jump on the waitlist for the It’s About Time Academy, launching soon! ------

No one likes to be “hangry.” Fortunately, there’s a simple alternative to the empty fridge, “let’s just order takeout again,” blues. It’s called meal planning - and it’s a game changer. Whether you’re a seasoned meal planner or you’re curious about how to get started, this episode has practical, tactical how-to’s on the menu. Save time, save money, and save your sanity by tuning in and creating your personal meal-planning recipe for success.

We're often taught that singing our own praises is a bad thing. Some of us were even told to "just work hard and keep your mouth shut" in order to move up the ladder. Danielle Bayard Jackson, owner of TELL Public Relations knows that there's a better way, and in this episode she reveals her pro tips for being your own biggest cheerleader and sharing your unique impact with the world. We also dive into friendship, battling burnout and setting healthy boundaries.

There sure are a lot of opinions out there when it comes to goal setting. Long term or short term? Habit goals or achievement goals? How many should we have? How specific should they be? And what about SMART Goals? Or is it SMART objectives? It can get a little overwhelming to sort through what’s what and actually start making plans. In this episode, I’ll talk through different types of goals, then I’ll show you how to run your goals through the SMART filter so you’ll be set up for goal-setting - and goal-achieving - success!

If the thought of advocating for a higher salary, better working conditions, or raising your rates gives you hives, you NEED Lelia Gowland in your life. As a negotiation expert and author of You Got This: The Ultimate Guide to Negotiation for Professional Women,  Lelia's got you covered when it comes to asking for what you want. From her unique “parent points” system to what negotiation *really* is, tune in and walk away equipped to bravely negotiate from a place of authenticity.

You don’t need me to tell you what a time-waster technology can be, but for all of its distraction, it does have some very redeeming qualities. That’s why it’s more important than ever that we bring intention how we use our tech, what information we allow ourselves to consume, and what truly adds value to our lives. Do you need a Digital Declutter? Tune in for three simple steps to bring more intention to your tech time with a Digital Declutter Mini-cleanse.

Our many passions and pursuits make us the multifaceted, unique people we are - but it can be easy to spread ourselves too thin while fulfilling so many different roles and responsibilities. In this episode, Lauren Carnes shares how she embraces what she calls “the both/and” and how she brings focus and intention to her many roles: photographer, communications strategist, wife, mom, foodie and more. Tune in and be inspired by Lauren's take on how sometimes cutting back is the best way to cultivate the good life.

Anytime is a good time for a fresh start, but the beginning of the year has many of us thinking about new, good habits we’d like to add to our work and personal lives. From meal planning and exercise, to waking up earlier and less screen time, habits are the building blocks of our lives. Tune in for three simple ways to take your good habits from aspirational ideas to everyday action. Turns out, putting yourself on autopilot can be a great thing for work, life and balance!

As we’re coming up on the end of 2020, we’ve got 2021 on the brain - and that means New Year’s Resolutions. But did you know that most resolutions barely make it past the two week mark? In this episode, I’m uncovering the 5 common mistakes we make when setting resolutions and tackling each one so you can do things differently and make your resolutions stick. We’ll get specific, make a plan and you’ll walk away with the #1 secret to ensuring your success in the new year. Cheers to YOU and your success!

We aren't iPhones with charging cables, but we need to recharge just the same. Tune in to find out if you're being intentional about planning for rest, recreation and relationships. Need more recharge in your life? I'm sharing exactly how you can Look Ahead each week and make sure you're replenishing physically, mentally and emotionally so you can be your best self for yourself and for your loved ones.

Mapping out how you’ll spend an entire year can feel kind of daunting, especially on the heels of the crazy year that we’ve just experienced. Say BYE to 2020 and walk into 2021 with intention. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact steps I take each year to plan with purpose and set myself up for success in the year ahead. Whether you’re feeling unsure, overwhelmed, excited or maybe even a combination of all three, tune in and snag the free printable Plan with Purpose Checklist waiting for you in the shownotes.

The holiday season can be one of the toughest, most stressful times of the year. Throw in a pandemic and it's easy to understand why we don't feel merry and bright all the time. But don't worry, I've got you. In this episode you'll find five ways to slow down and savor the season. Plus, special guests photographer Sarah Becker, virtual assistant Morgan Moore, and Andi Berthelot - owner of The Keeping Room, share their own unique ways of doing December with less stress and more joy.

The thing about Imposter Syndrome is that it can strike at any time, and almost all of us have felt it at some point. Imposter Syndrome can impact how we show up in our personal and professional lives, turning our work/life balance upside down. In this episode, I'm sharing a mortifying personal experience with Imposter Syndrome. Then, I'll dive into the 5 different types of Imposter Syndrome, plus five ways to manage Imposter Syndrome when you feel it creeping in.

Raise your hand if you like wasting time! *crickets* If you’re like me, you’re always on the hunt for ways to maximize your time and be more efficient so you can spend it on what matters most. One way to streamline your time management at work and at home is with task batching. Listen in as Time Management Coach Amanda Warfield shares her best batching tips. Whether you’re a batching pro or you’re curious about how you could get started, you’re sure to walk away inspired to find more opportunities to take back your time with task batching.

Can I become a morning person, even if I'm a night owl? How can I create a morning routine that helps me start my day off right? Will I ever be able to wake up early? How to I make my mornings even better? These are all questions I've been asked in the last few months, and I'm tackling all of them inside this episode of It's About Time. Tune in to find out if it's even possible to become a morning person, and walk away with simple steps to make your mornings better than ever.

Live Your Wildest Dreams sounds like something you’d read on a cheesy motivational poster, but that’s exactly what Kristin Brabant is doing. When most of us were staying at home during the peak of the coronavirus pandemic, Kristin took a big leap and pursued her lifelong dream of moving to Mexico. Find out how she serves clients internationally with her 100% remote online business, and hear the story of how she took itty bitty steps, and pushed past serious fear to take her biggest leap ever.

Last week, my home state of Louisiana was hit by a hurricane for the FIFTH time this year. Needless to say, it resulted in changed plans and a case of decision fatigue. Press play to hear about how the week started with joyous news, and ended with exhaustion. Then, stick around to learn how to level up your mornings. Win the morning. Win the day! Let's be friends on Instagram! >> www.instagram.com/annadkornick

There’s no one-size-fits-all roadmap for life, and Megan Martin is proof that there’s power (and a lot of fun) in doing things YOUR way. As a conversion-focused website designer and community builder for Digital Business Owners, Megan’s authentic and colorful approach to work, life and time management breaks all the molds. Tune in to be inspired by her version of the American Dream and how she runs her six-figure business as a one-woman show by working less than 20 hours a week.

How do I manage my time when my time is not my own? There’s no doubt that we have a lot on our plates. From taking care of family and nurturing relationships, to climbing the career ladder or running a business - sometimes it can feel like we’re stuck on a hamster wheel trying to keep up. If you know that feeling, this episode is just for you. Tune in for 5 steps to take control of your time and design a life that’s fulfilling and productive. You've got this. It's time to own it.

You sure can learn a lot from recording 50 episodes of a podcast. That’s why I’m sharing the 5 Life Lessons I’ve learned about Time Management, Productivity and Work/Life Balance along the way. From battling imposter syndrome to perfectionism, I even open up about a part of my personality that I struggle with. If there’s one thing I’ve learned in the last 50 episodes, when it comes to challenges, we’re usually not alone. Tune in to hear what I’ve learned, and what’s up next for It’s About Time.

Managing money can be a pretty intimidating topic - especially when we have so many other responsibilities on our plates - but financial coach Kristen Ricupero knows how to make finances fun! From paying off debt to the power of budgeting to Profit First, if you’ve got money questions - Kristen’s got answers. Tune in and find out how you can start growing at the speed of cash! 

What’s my secret to getting things done? It’s all in designing an Ideal Week - creating a template for how you’ll spend your time in advance. In this episode, I’m sharing why you need an ideal week and why perfect is NOT our aim. Plus, you’ll walk away with simple steps to design your own ideal week and walk into your weeks with clarity, confidence and intention. Time management and productivity will be easier than ever!

Stress is a beautiful thing. True or False? Life Coach Chantel Allen believes that stress can actually be a good thing, but anxiety is what we need to watch out for as we navigate work, life and balance. In this powerful interview, Chantel dives into the difference between stress and anxiety and shares her CALM Method for taming anxiety in the moment. Listen in to learn what you can do if you’re suffering from anxiety and how you can support others experiencing anxiety.

Investing in yourself can be a little scary sometimes. Is it worth it? Are you going to see the return you’re hoping for? In this episode, Logan Doerries - mom, business owner and community leader - opens up about investing time, strategy and dollars into systems, conferences and coaching. She shares why personal and professional development + accountability should be a huge priority for all of us and how to get started - no matter your profession or season of life.

Raise your hand if you LOVE being told no. Yeah, me neither. Dealing with rejection, and the fear of rejection can be tough. Sometimes the waiting is even worse. If you’re in a season of waiting for an answer, or if you’ve ever been afraid to take action for fear of getting a no - you’re going to love listening in on this candid conversation with writer, author and speaker Jessica Hottle. 

Think you're a pro at multitasking? Sorry, but multitasking isn't a thing. If you're looking for how to improve your multitasking skills, you're in the wrong place. Press play to find out why multitasking is total lie, what to do instead, and walk away with 5 strategies for being more focused and more productive than ever.

This interview with work-life performance expert and award-winning ballroom dancer CC Sutton  two-steps all over the place. CC reveals the simple, 3-part system she uses to manage her packed schedule, her philosophy of Work/Life Rhythm, and why self-care MUST be a part of our everyday. Plus, she tackles the number one reason why we don’t take care of ourselves, and tells the story of how she, a recovering scaredy cat, transformed into a grit-filled risk taker.

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to make JOY a habit? But where to begin? While navigating the many ups and downs of life, sometimes joy seems far away - impossible even. In this episode, business owner, professional speaker and nonprofit founder Abbie Mirata shares her journey to choosing joy. Listen in as a Abbie describes the key difference between happiness and joy, plus 5 things you can start doing today to strengthen YOUR ability to CHOOSE JOY.

We know we need good habits, but what exactly are the good habits to have? What habits set you up for success? What habits help you create the life you want, little by little? When there are so many options, and you want to make the most of your time - the last thing we want is to be overwhelmed. In this episode, I’m cutting to the chase and sharing 7 habits that could change your life forever.

Parenting is hard, and half the time (maybe even more) we feel like we're failing. Danielle Bettmann is a parent coach and host of the Failing Motherhood podcast. Whether you're the Cool Aunt or a mom of 3, you'll love this dive into compromise, Love Languages, Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and accepting that we're all doing the best we can.

For a lifelong lover of gorgeous paper planners, the thought of “going digital” with your calendar and to-do list can feel a little daunting. Christa Hutchins made the switch years ago and has never looked back. Now, she helps female entrepreneurs with big dreams step into their calling - and getting their systems together is one piece of that puzzle. If you’ve ever been curious about the switch from paper to digital, or you want to get the best of both worlds, you won’t want to miss Christa’s tips for planning success. 

Huddle up, team. We're at the halfway point of 2020, and this episode is your halftime pep talk. Whether you feel like you're going into the second half trailing, or you're pretty confident you're ahead, I'm giving you a 5-point game plan to revisit your goals, revamp your strategies, keep your energy up and your momentum strong, so you can close out 2020 with a win! It ain't over til it's over - and there's still time to make some magic happen!

This episode is all about busting some myths and uncovering the truth about time management. I’ll be honest - there were times in my life that I believed each of these lies, but research, experimentation, trial and error have shown me the truth. From what it really takes to be productive, to the pitfalls of perfection - listen in as I shatter 5 common time management myths. Walk away with a fresh perspective and the truth about what matters most for mastering time management. 

What do you do when being busy leads to burnout? Stacie Mitchell, a Burnout Coach for High Achievers, answers that exact question and more in this episode of It’s About Time. From the importance of getting enough sleep to simple steps you can take to avoid burnout as a professional or business owner, you won’t want to miss Stacie’s expert advice. Plus, she shares how we can show up and support others who are battling burnout. We can all agree that life is too short to be so burned out.

We all wear a lot of hats. On any given day, we shuffle through a number of different roles in work, life, home and beyond. But - there's ONE role that rules them all. In this episode, I share exactly what it means to be the Visionary in your life - regardless of your industry or job title - and how seeing the future will set you up for success.

How many times have you asked the question "Where did the time go?" It feels like life is moving faster with each passing year. That's why this episode is dedicated to slowing down and savoring the good things in life. We'll start with intentional memory making and you'll walk away with 6 simple ways to savor your next magic moment and make it last for years to come. There's more to time management - and life - than getting things done and crossing things off a list. Let's slow down and enjoy it.

525,600 minutes in a year. 168 hours in a week. You have plenty of time. It’s all in how you use it, and what you value. Does how you spend your time… do the appointments on your calendar reflect your values? In this short episode, Anna addresses the lack of diversity on It’s About Time and shares resources that, yes, you do have time for.

Life can be crazy. There's no doubt about that. Our to-do lists are overflowing, and sometimes it feels like there's just never enough time to do it all, be it all or have it all. In this episode, Anna reveals the 5 core elements to living a life of fulfillment. Say goodbye to chaos and hello to the clarity you're looking for. Chaos to Clarity LIVE >> www.annadkornick.com/live Take Back Your Life: 8 Weeks from Chaos to Clarity >> www.annadkornick.com/clarity

In Episode 30, I’m pulling back the curtain on… myself! Several of you have reached out and asked why I became a coach, what my journey to coaching looked like, and how I got started. You’ll find out why I thought coaching was weird and wanted nothing to do with it, and how an email in my spam folder changed everything. Plus, just like my interview guests, I’ll share the exact tools that I use to run my business and stay on top of family life. 

This episode is all about getting YOU where you want to go, that's why I've compiled SIX different ways (plus pros & cons of each) to make sure you have the number one, most important ingredient required in order to achieve whatever dream, goal, project or plan is on your mind. That secret sauce? It's Accountability, and you definitely need some.

Public Relations pro consistently makes the Top 10 list of most stressful jobs. Busy publicists are known for being on the clock 24/7. Yet, PR Account Exec Lindsey Andry has managed to design a life she loves: serving her clients while staying at home with her son. In this candid interview, Lindsey shares how she negotiated a part-time role at her agency without losing momentum in her career. Tune in and be inspired to design a life you love and ASK for what you want.