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In each bite-sized, daily episode of Before Breakfast, host Laura Vanderkam shares a time management strategy or an answer to a listener’s schedule question. How can listeners make the most of their time, both at work and at home? The mission is to give listeners practical tools to feel less busy and get more done.

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  • Today · 5 min

    Finishing boosts confidence

    Getting one project done can help you tackle the next one See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Wednesday · 26 min

    How to write your story, with Kim Purcell

    Kim Purcell, author of Write a Novel in 100 Days, shares how to finish what you start See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Tuesday · 5 min

    The art of the 20-minute meeting

    Scheduling less time can make meetings more efficient See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Monday · 6 min

    Remember it's supposed to be fun

    Don't treat leisure activities as one more thing on the to-do list See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Sunday · 4 min

    Second Cup: Planning is like GPS

    Even if you have to reroute, a plan helps you get where you're going See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 23 · 4 min

    Add people to everyday life

    Make time for friends without feeling busier See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 22 · 5 min

    Solitude can be self care

    Why you need time alone, and how to get it See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 21 · 27 min

    Make your life simpler, with Roy Schwartz

    Roy Schwartz, co-founder of Axios, and co-author of Simplify, explains how to get rid of wasted time and spend more time on your strengths See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 20 · 6 min

    You need a side quest

    A fun project can add texture to your life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 19 · 6 min

    Just aim for 90 minutes

    A little focused work goes a long way See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 18 · 4 min

    Second Cup: Don't consent and resent

    Being accommodating isn't always the best way to preserve a relationship See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 16 · 5 min

    Know how to take back the day

    Make a list of micro-resets to keep a day from feeling ruined See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 15 · 5 min

    Take control of your alerts

    Don't let yourself be interrupted more often than you need to be See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 13 · 5 min

    Get in and get out

    Spend less time online by going online with a purpose See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 12 · 5 min

    Make your planning time pay off

    As you think about the future, solve a future problem for good See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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