Time is the one resource you can’t get back — and if you don’t take control of it, it will control you. In this episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch, Bernadette Boas reveals why so many leaders struggle with time management, the hidden costs of poor productivity, and actionable strategies to reclaim your focus, sanity, and performance.
Packed with tools like time blocking, the Eisenhower Matrix, SMART goals, and boundary-setting, this episode gives you a proven roadmap to beat burnout, boost productivity, and lead with clarity.
If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by your calendar, buried under endless to-do lists, or stuck in the trap of “busyness,” this episode is your blueprint to take back your time — before it masters you.
⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps:
- [00:00] The Real Cost of Poor Time Management
- [02:15] Stress, Burnout, and the Leadership Crisis
- [05:30] Self-Inflicted Time Traps Leaders Create
- [07:45] Why Multitasking Is a Myth
- [09:20] Your Calendar Is Too Full — Here’s How to Fix It
- [11:40] Distractions and Mental Fatigue in Leadership
- [14:00] The Hidden Impact of Overwhelm on Teams & Business
- [20:00] Master Time with Proven Tools & Frameworks
- SMART Goals
- The Pareto Principle
- Eisenhower Matrix (Do, Delegate, Delete, Delay)
- Time Blocking
- Two-Minute Rule
- [27:00] Setting Boundaries That Stick
- [31:00] Reflection and Progress Tracking for Lasting Change
- [34:00] Final Leadership Takeaways & Next Steps
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Why busyness is not a badge of honor — it’s a burnout trigger.
- How to cut through the noise of multitasking and focus on what matters.
- The Eisenhower Matrix framework to prioritize with clarity.
- Why time blocking is the #1 productivity game-changer for leaders.
- The power of saying “no” and setting boundaries without guilt.
- How reflection accelerates leadership growth and team success.
📢 Call to Action:
If you’re ready to stop playing catch-up and start leading with intention, hit subscribe to Shedding the Corporate Bitch on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.
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Stay bold, stay focused, and keep shedding the corporate challenges holding you back!
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