The Better Workday Podcast
Welcome to The Better Workday Podcast with your host, Niamh Moynihan. In each episode Niamh shares new insights and practical ideas to help you create a better workday.
Episodes
In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan discusses the barriers that stop us from delegating and introduces a simple framework that makes it easier to share responsibility with confidence.
From small, everyday tasks to bigger decisions, she explains the six levels of delegation and how to choose the right approach for your team.
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Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-63
Get I...In this episode, Niamh introduces us to the concept of 'Stagility,' a term from the 2025 Global Human Capital Trends report. She discusses the tension between an organisation's drive for agility and an employee's need for stability and offers practical advice for finding a balance.
Related ResourcesShownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-62
2025 Global Human Capital Trends Report - https://www.deloitte.com/nl/en/se...
Why do strong starts sometimes fizzle out? In this episode, Niamh Moynihan shares why teams and individuals can lose momentum and offers simple strategies to help you finish as strong as you start.
Related ResourcesShownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-61
RACI Template - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pnuKAbA9w2YFEA0Z37CgrJhzmxwo2cvtXqE99paBmSU/edit?usp=sharing
In this latest episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh discusses the impact a difficult manager can have on your workday and career. She covers four common 'bad boss' scenarios, providing practical advice on how to handle each one and improve your work life.
Resources and Related EpisodesShownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-60
Episode 42 - How to Manage Up and Build a Better Relationship with Your Manager
In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh shares a personal story about how she fell into the procrastination trap while working on a new project. She explains the difference between prioritising and procrastinating and gives three key questions to help you determine if you're putting off important tasks.
Resources and Related EpisodesShownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-59
Episode 17 - Overcome Procra...
As we head into September, Niamh encourages listeners to take a moment to check in on their progress and reset their goals. She provides three key questions to help you assess your projects and make sure you're set up for success in the final months of the year.
Resources and Related EpisodesShownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-58
Get...In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan discusses some of the common reasons you might feel busy yet unproductive. Niamh explores why we often find ourselves overwhelmed with tasks but still feel like we've accomplished nothing. She discusses the importance of planning, tracking unexpected tasks, and recognising the work we do.
Whether you're grappling with an endless to-do list or juggling multiple projects, ...
Routines are meant to support us, but what happens when they start to restrict us instead?
In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan explores how to find the right balance between helpful structure and necessary flexibility. Whether you’re working remotely, hybrid, or back in the office, this episode will help you reassess what’s actually working in your day - and what needs to change.
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What does success mean to you? And has it changed recently? These are the questions I encourage you to ask yourself as you listen to this week's episode of The Better Workday Podcast. I reflect on how my limited definition of success held me back in my early career and share a practical self-reflection exercise to help you redefine your version of success.
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In this episode, I discuss the difference between urgent people and urgent tasks. Learning how to separate the feeling of urgency from real deadlines can reduce unnecessary stress and overwork, and allow you to focus what's important.
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In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh reviews Attention Span by Gloria Mark, a must-read for anyone feeling distracted or overwhelmed at work. She shares her top practical takeaways from the book, explores how you can reclaim control over your attention, and reveals the insightful advice Gloria personally shared about mastering our habits of focus.
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Feeling overwhelmed by your work week? In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan shares the 7 key questions to ask yourself to create a plan that reduces work stress and increases productivity, without falling into the trap of overplanning.
Join Niamh and discover how to tailor your approach for solo vs. collaborative tasks and create a 'minimum viable plan' that works for you.
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Do you find your meetings frequently filled with interruptions, or are you the one interrupting others, even if unintentionally?
In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, host Niamh Moynihan digs into the common experience of interruptions in the workplace. She examines the various reasons behind these interruptions – from different communication styles (such as internal versus external thinking) and impatience to genuine pass...
In this episode of the Better Workday Podcast, Niamh discusses the barriers that prevent people from taking the time to think at work. She speaks about the guilt of doing “nothing”, the habit of urgency, and a culture that prioritises visible output over thoughtful decision-making. Niamh emphasises that thinking time is essential for productivity, creativity, and effective leadership and offers practical tips for integrating it int...
In this episode, Niamh Moynihan discusses the significance of thinking in both work and life, emphasising the need to create space for effective thinking. She outlines two types of thinking: on-the-job and deep thinking, and stresses the importance of understanding the type of thinking required for different roles. Niamh shares strategies for creating the right conditions for thinking, including time, place, people, and headspace. ...
In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, Niamh Moynihan speaks with Sinéad D'Arcy, an early talent strategist and founder of FUTURE-ROOTS. They discuss the importance of supporting early talent in organisations, the evolving role of managers, and the significance of mindset in management.
Sinéad shares her insights on how to create a better workday, emphasising the need for effective communication, training for first-time man...
Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh shares the 5-Star To-Do List—a simple yet powerful way to manage tasks, prioritise effectively, and reduce stress. Originally created by Niamh in 2018, this method has stood the test of time and remains one of her go-to productivity tools. Learn how to clear your mental clutter, focus on what truly matters, and avoid the trap of endless pla...
Meetings are a staple of the modern workplace - but are they always meaningful? In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan explores what makes a meeting truly effective and how to avoid those that are just time-wasters. She shares her personal experiences, including the times she scheduled ineffective meetings, and introduces her three key elements of a meaningful meeting: understanding, progress, and trust.
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In this episode of The Better Workday podcast, Niamh Moynihan discusses the importance of managing expectations in the workplace. She highlights how unclear expectations can lead to stress and burnout and provides practical strategies for both employees and managers to ensure that expectations are realistic and aligned. Niamh covers the different types of expectations, skills for effective management, and the importance of communic...
In this episode of the Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan welcomes David Burke. They discuss the importance of creating a human-centric workplace, the role of employee recognition, and the challenges of maintaining connections in hybrid work environments.
Learn how celebrating achievements and personal milestones can help employees feel valued and connected. Niamh and David also discuss the challenges of balancing flexibility w...
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