Do More, Stress Less (with Alexis Haselberger)

In this episode, Alexis shares her top time-saving keyboard shortcuts she uses every single day, plus 2 bonus mouse tricks. This one's for anyone who doesn't think of themselves as a "keyboard shortcut person" but wants to stop wasting time clicking around. You'll hear why Cmd + K is her personal favorite, how the paint roller icon eliminates formatting headaches, and why triple-clicking is a move you'll wish you knew sooner. It's ...

In this episode, Alexis breaks down why planning at the end of the day or week, instead of the beginning, leads to less stress, more presence outside of work, and faster mornings. She shares how her own daily planning takes only 2-5 minutes, explains why most people's planning sessions take too long, and reveals the critical difference between planning and reviewing. If you've ever felt like planning is "not real work" or wondered ...

In this episode, Alexis tackles one of the most relatable struggles for busy professionals: eating well during the workday when your schedule barely leaves room to breathe. She shares her own experience of forgetting to eat until dinner, what prompted her to fix the problem, and a full list of weekday lunch options sorted by effort level, from "grab it and go" to "batch cook and freeze." Whether you're a zero-prep person or a weeke...

In this episode, we dig into the concept of a "last mile week" and why dedicating time to finish lingering, half-done projects is one of the most freeing things you'll do all year. We talk about the tension between wanting to chase new ideas and feeling weighed down by old obligations and how borrowing a concept from shipping logistics helped clear an entire backlog of unfinished work. If you love starting things but struggle to cl...

In this episode, we're talking about inertia, the physics concept you forgot about after high school, and why it explains so much about how you move through your day. You'll learn the difference between high inertia and low inertia people, why some of us need three alarms and a ritual to leave the house, and six practical strategies to make transitions less painful. If switching tasks or getting started on things has ever felt hard...

In this episode, we're talking about two decision-making styles that affect how you spend your time, your energy, and your satisfaction with choices: satisficing and maximizing. You'll hear about what each style looks like in practice, why satisficers tend to be happier with their choices (backed by research), and where each style has blind spots. Plus, a personal story about running shoes, a teenager's obsession with gear research...

In this episode, I share the productivity books I return to and recommend most. We talk about why many productivity books increase pressure instead of helping you actually get more done. I read all the books, good and bad, so you don't have to, and now I'm sharing my absolute favs!

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In this episode, we talk about why paper clutter feels so overwhelming and how a simple, repeatable process makes paper boring instead of stressful. You’ll learn how to decide what to do with every piece of paper, reduce backlogs, and stop paper from stealing your time and attention.

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• ⁠ The Do More Stress Less App ⁠: The time management and stress reduction app for ambitiou...

In this episode, we talk about the pile of tabs and newsletters you keep meaning to read and why they stress you out. You will hear a crass but practical way to reclaim reading time, a simple browser feature that removes tab guilt, and a low-effort habit that shrinks your task list.

FREE Resources:

•  Watch this Free Class!: 3 Secrets to Always Having Enough Time For Your Work, Your Family and Yourself ( https://www....

In this episode, we talk about why progress feels discouraging even when you’re doing the work. We explore the difference between focusing on how far you still want to go versus how far you’ve already come, why moving goal posts drains motivation, and how shifting focus restores pride and momentum. We'll cover:
• Why progress often feels unsatisfying
• How shifting focus changes motivation
• What happens when g...

Who's really being coached? You, or your brain? Or are they the same? In today's episode, I'm sharing a super interesting conversation I had with Dominika Staniewicz (https://yourbraincoachd.com/) an internationally acclaimed Brain Coach, and leadership neuroscience expert, who equips leaders and organizations with science-backed tools to thrive.

With nearly two decades of global experience across six continents, she merges cuttin...

In this episode, I share a true story from the pandemic that shows why absorbing more work never ends well. We talk about capacity, why managers often miss overload, and how to communicate limits in a way that sounds strategic instead of overwhelmed.

FREE Resources:

•  Watch this Free Class!: 3 Secrets to Always Having Enough Time For Your Work, Your Family and Yourself ( https://www.alexishaselberger.com/register-no...

In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when you apply Marie Kondo’s decluttering magic to your time instead your stuff. If your evenings feel overwhelming, or if you're constantly trying to squeeze in more without subtracting anything, this one’s for you. Learn how to make room for joy, not just obligations.

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In this episode, we talk about time as a budget, overcommitting as time debt, and why spending time you do not have leads straight to burnout.

You’ll hear how to identify your non-negotiables, pay your time-bills first, and protect sleep, health, and energy before everything else crowds them out.

FREE Resources:

•  Watch this Free Class!: 3 Secrets to Always Having Enough Time For Your Work, Your Family and Yourself ...

Jessica Eastman-Stewart is one of my favorite people in the productivity space. And we're different as much as we're alike. Join us for a very fun convo with tons of tips and tricks and leave knowing that there are MANY "right ways" to get stuff done.

Check out Jessica's company, Joyfully Managed Life, and sign up for her newsletter HERE (https://jessicaeastmanstewart.com/)

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In this episode, we talk about why meeting overload keeps growing, why recurring meetings rarely disappear, and how zero-based calendaring helps professionals rebuild calendars from scratch. You’ll hear a bold experiment companies used to save dozens of hours each month and how the language of experimentation lowers resistance.

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•  Watch this Free Class!: 3 Secrets to Always Having Enough Time For Your Wor...

In this episode, we’re talking about why quarterly and annual planning often feel like and emergencies, and what to do about it. You’ll hear a true story from tech leaders about how one calendar tweak changed everything. Plus, I’ll share a free resources to help you plan your year or quarter in under an hour, without stress or overwork.

FREE Planning Guide:

•  Quarterly Planning Guide (https://www.alexishase...

In this episode, we break down what really makes a “good” workday (hint: it’s not doing more). You’ll hear about a study that redefined productivity, plus a few practical strategies that help you make progress, finish strong, and feel better when you log off. If you’ve ever ended the day frustrated and empty, this one’s for you.

Episode Covers:

- The surprising science behind “good” wo...