From Whirlwind to Workflow: Turning To-Do Lists into Strategic Kanban Boards with Microsoft Planner

From Whirlwind to Workflow — Turn Your To-Do List into a Microsoft Planner Kanban Board

Feeling stuck in the hustle? Buried in an endless to-do list with no clear direction? You’re not alone — and in this episode of Get Organized at Work, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how to break free from the whirlwind and take control of your tasks using Microsoft Planner Kanban Boards.

Learn how to: ✅ Turn your overwhelming to-do list into a visual, organized Kanban board ✅ Use Microsoft Planner to manage both day-to-day admin tasks and big strategic projects ✅ Move from reactive task-juggling to proactive, purpose-driven work ✅ Apply the FAST Goals framework (Frequently discussed, Ambitious, Specific, Transparent) to make your goals more actionable and impactful

Whether you’re a busy healthcare leader, team manager, or overwhelmed professional, this episode gives you the practical tools to stop spinning your wheels and start working smarter.

🎯 Resources Mentioned:

• 📘 Grab the Microsoft Planner Kanban Boards eBook

• 🎥 Watch the Microsoft Planner Tutorial on YouTube

• ☕ Book a free 15–30 minute coffee chat consultation with Kayla

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