Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect
Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect is a weekly podcast hosted by Betsy A. Hays, an educator, author and speaker who is a self-proclaimed productivity nerd. It's a practical and humorous look at productivity, how to get things done well, and how to accept that a lot of things will just get "done enough" -- and that's ok. The podcast is both philosophical and practical, and included in each episode are ideas that listeners can immediately use. Because she practices what she "preaches," the podcast is imperfect, like all of us, and hopefully serves as a reminder that the beauty of life is often in its imperfections.
Episodes
Someone asks, “What’s new?” and your mind goes blank. Apparently, your entire life has left the chat. 😂
This has happened to me more than once lately—even with a full and awesome life! So I decided to do something about it, and I’m challenging you to do the same.
In this episode, we explore having a few things ready to share when those predictable questions come up: a win, something you’re excited...
It’s my birthday week! 🎉 And this year, I’m giving myself three buzzwords to live by.
These are words I want to keep close as I make everyday choices about how I spend my time, energy, and attention.
In this episode, I share my birthday buzzwords and invite you to consider yours. Borrow mine if they speak to you, or choose a few that fit what you want more of in your life. You don’t even have to wait for your birth...
Is there something on your list or calendar that you keep telling yourself you have to do?
In this episode, I challenge you to take a look at what I call “fictitious obligations" — the tasks and commitments we assign ourselves because of expectations, habits, or ideas about who we’re supposed to be.
Perhaps you'll decide to let some things go, and get back time, energy, and brain space in the process.
Enjoy 🤍�...
When was the last time you stopped to notice what’s already working?
This week on Handled(ish), we’re taking a break from fixing, tweaking, and adding new habits. I’m sharing a few things going right in my own life -- from small changes to my daily routines to Friday planning and time with family -- and inviting you to make your own “what’s going right” list.
Your wins don’t have to look impr...
Autumn is upon us! And before it turns to Winter (and the Holidays!), let's take a minute to decide on and plan some fun! The Fall season provides us opportunities and things that only happen this time of year, so let's figure out now what we want to do, before it gets away from us and we miss out.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Do you cringe a little when someone tells you that you "should" read this, watch this, meet this person, do this, etc? I don't think you are alone, so it's time to talk about it. This episode talks about what to do when you are told you should, and why if you do that to people, well, you shouldn't.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Sometimes another person can make a good thing even better—but first, we have to let them.
In this episode, I talk about sharing our ideas, listening to suggestions without immediately becoming defensive, and asking the right people for the right kind of help. We’ll also explore why specific requests work better than “Come help and we’ll figure it out,” how complementary skills can strengthen a project,...
It's September 1st! A great "fresh start" opportunity! The podcast doesn't often drop on the first day of the month, so why not take advantage of it and talk about this particular fresh start, and what we are all going to do with it? What have you wanted to start doing or not doing? Let's start today! And, perhaps ponder how. you can pair an identity shift along with it for extra oomph.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Some questions and answers to help you implement our two brilliant (and unpopular) ways to win your workday.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Who says we can't all have manifestos? As I finish my new Handledish.com website, I'm thinking about positioning the content as part of a Handled(ish) Movement -- including a Handled(ish) Manifesto. My draft thoughts about this are in this epsiode.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Bold statement? YES! And I stand by it. Make these two things a habit and you will win (or at least win more of) your workday -- EVERY TIME you do them.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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We all have a lot going on, and keeping everything in mind at once is something most of us can't and don't want to do. The solution? Create four master project lists to help you keep a 50,000 foot view of your life, commitments and goals. Start with Work, Personal, Home and "Other" (side hustle, hobby, etc.) and go from there.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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I'm talking to you today. Well, ok, I'm talking to me, too. Productivity shaming -- making ourselves feel bad when we aren't as productive as we'd like to be -- is NOT HELPFUL AT ALL. Join the movement. Let's banish it forever!
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Why are we always surprised when progress isn't linear? I'm experiencing that this week -- and it's objectively ridiculous. Anything that has a timespan isn't going to go smoothly all the time, and when we expect it, we are a lot less frustrated. Join me in this challenge!
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Before you get upset at the title of this week's episode - hear me out! You know I believe in plans and structure and processes and boundaries -- we need all of those to be productive in the way we want to be. However, sometimes we need to toss all of that aside if it means that we don't miss an amazing opportunity. All or nothing thinking is THE WORST, and we need to stop it.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Let's not let tired get in the way of us doing things that we have intentionally decided we want to do and/or will help us accomplish our goals. Yes, well-rested and energized is the preferred vibe, but we can't have that all the time, and we want to keep the promises we make to ourselves.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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In our quest for productivity hacks and all the things we do to make our lives easy, we may be missing the point that not everything is supposed to be that way. Yes, let's streamline and make efficient processes for a lot of things, but let's also remember that challenge leads to growth and accomplishment leads to confidence.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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We all know change is hard, but have you thought about why? In this episode I talk about the relationship between change and identity, and how acceptance and experimentation with a light tough can lead to adapting in a way that serves you.
Accept. Experiment. Adapt.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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Breaking news! Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect has reached 5,000 audio downloads! Thanks for making that possible!
And this week I talk about the case for taking an actual lunch break. An idea you have heard before, I'm sure, but one that many of us don't do on a regular basis. Let's rethink that this week and recommit to not eating by our screens.
Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️
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In those spaces in between things, our first instinct is often to grab our phones. While there isn't anything overtly "wrong" about that habit, I think we can make our lives happier and more productive if we have a transition time strategy -- one that we use BEFORE we pick up our phones. See if you agree!
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