Ever wondered why simple tasks seem to take forever? That’s Parkinson’s Law at work—“tasks expand to fill the time available for their completion.” In this episode of Work-Life Balance for Speech Pathologists, I’m pulling back the curtain on how this sneaky time trap affects SLPs, OTs, and PTs, and—more importantly—how to break free from it.
I’m sharing my personal journey with Parkinson’s Law, from the days when I let tasks balloon endlessly to how I’ve reshaped my approach to time management. Spoiler: it’s not about working harder—it’s about working smarter.
We’ll dive into:
✅ The Real Impact of Parkinson’s Law on your work-life balance
✅ Why “done is better than perfect” is my new productivity mantra
✅ How recognizing the value of your time can instantly shift your decision-making
✅ The game-changing mindset shift that helped me stop wasting hours on low-priority tasks
✅ The power of curiosity over criticism when reflecting on time management hiccups
✨ Quick Wins from This Episode:
- Learn to spot when Parkinson’s Law is sneaking into your workflow
- Discover simple strategies to get tasks done faster
- Walk away with a fresh perspective on perfectionism and productivity
If you’re tired of feeling like your workday is never-ending or constantly running behind, this episode is your roadmap to reclaiming your time.
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