Podcast Episode 308: How to Master Productivity (even though it was built for a man’s world) with Kendra Adachi
We’ve all heard the classic productivity secrets before… “Wake up at 5 a.m., meditate for 20 minutes, run a marathon before breakfast.” And if that works for you, high five!
But for most of us, mastering productivity feels more like a circus juggling act—complete with flaming hoops, especially when time management is more about surviving the day than hitting inbox zero.
In this podcast episode, we sat down with Kendra Adachi, queen of realistic productivity secrets, podcast host, and 2x NYT bestselling author, to discuss why the “just do more” mindset is so 2001.
Want to master your life without losing your sanity? It starts with ditching outdated time management advice that was clearly built for a man’s world (you know, the world where the laundry fairy exists and nobody’s asking you where their shoes are every five minutes).
Kendra breaks it all down with her PLAN framework—designed to help you master productivity by focusing on what actually matters. The secret? Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is prioritize self-care over trying to conquer the universe (because guess what, the universe will be fine without you folding that pile of laundry today).
So if you’re ready to kick the outdated productivity secrets to the curb and master a more sustainable approach to time management, tune in. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry (probably from laughter), and you’ll finally get the permission you need to throw those 5 a.m. wake-up calls out the window.
In this episode of the No Guilt Mom podcast you’ll learn:
- How traditional productivity advice is often designed for men, not women.
- Why childhood organization can stem from a need for control in chaotic environments.
- Why this complex-sounding phrase, productivity industrial complex, perpetuates unrealistic expectations for women and keeps us from reaching our full potential.
- How the PLAN framework can help you prioritize what matters in different life seasons.
- Why honoring your personal needs (including rest) is crucial for your well-being.
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