Reclaim Your Schedule

Have you ever found yourself caught in the relentless cycle of work as a Research Administrator? It often feels like there’s no escape, with the pressure to keep working, even when exhaustion sets in. You’re not alone in these feelings, and you may already be thinking to yourself – there has to be an easier way.

YOU ARE SO RIGHT!!! Burnout doesn’t have to be the answer. My journey as a 20+ year professional journey has taught me that you don’t have to sacrifice your well-being for professional achievement. I’ve helped countless individuals regain control of their workday, allowing them to clock out at a time that suits them.

The secret lies in understanding that it’s quality, not quantity, that truly matters. Longer hours don’t necessarily lead to better results.What sets my approach apart is a relentless focus on the joy of individual people. It’s about making work a fulfilling experience, not just a means to an end.

I’ve designed systems that leverage the power of joy to streamline work processes, leading to improved output and higher employee engagement. If you’re ready to move past “Work life balance” as a buzzword, and are ready to make it your reality

1. STOP SHOULDING ALL OVER YOURSELF – THE PODCAST

There were a lot of reasons I didn’t clock out – I felt like the more I worked, the more value I had. I also didn’t want to leave work on the table because there would be so much more piling up behind it. Before I could even consider the changes I needed to make, I had to figure out what was bothering me about the things that weren’t working in the first place. The Stop Shoulding All Over Yourself Podcast shares the ideas and people who help us figure that out!

02. BUILD AWARENESS – RECLAIM YOUR SCHEDULE – YOU ARE HERE

In the last decade, I’ve worked with thousands of people, and very rarely does someone know exactly what they do each day, and what takes up their time. Everyone has generalities, but are hazy on the specifics. That’s totally normal. But when you realized you’re burning out, it’s time to take stock and figure out the lay of the land where you’re at, so you can create control over your work and schedule. Reclaim Your Schedule is the tool that will make you go hmmmm about where your time is really going.

03. COMMIT TO CLOCK OUT – TAKE ONE STEP

There is no one right way to clock out – what works for one person may not work for another. The key element to success in clocking out without guilt or being haunted by work ghosts is consistent effort. It’s about trying different things until something sticks. In the Commitment to Clockout Series on YouTube, we cover ideas for how to build boundaries into your life so you feel comfortable taking time for yourself. 10-15 minutes a week is all it will take to get going!

	1: Reclaim Your Schedule In this first video of the Reclaim Your Schedule series, you’ll discover a system to tackle overwhelm, recalibrate habits, and redefine time management. Learn to prioritize shifting workloads, navigate urgent tasks, and strategically plan your day. Ready to take control? Don’t forget to download the workbook to follow along!
	2: So, What do you do all day? We dive into the reality of time management by reflecting on misconceptions and tracking your daily activities. Uncover how email derails your plans and use the Activity Catalog Sheet to document tasks and time spent. Through a week-long tracking challenge, you’ll gain insight into time-wasters and how tasks intersect with emotions, helping you make more intentional choices. Plus, you’ll learn a prioritization system to tackle challenges with confidence and reclaim your day.
	3. Own Your Day, Mastering Your Priorities Early in my research admin career, I learned: not every frantic email is an emergency! Urgency doesn’t always mean immediate action. Enter the Eisenhower Matrix—a tool I’ve relied on for over a decade to categorize tasks: urgent & important, not urgent but important, urgent but not important (hello, delegation!), and tasks that might not matter at all. It’s a game-changer for setting boundaries and designing your ideal day.
	4. Design Your Day with Intention Designing your day with intention is the magic step to reclaiming control. Whether you prefer a structured schedule or a free-flowing plan, it’s about finding what works for you. Imagine your ideal day—what brings you joy? Prioritize moments like family dinners or meditation. Avoid letting emails dictate your agenda by setting specific times for checking them. Flexibility is key; your plan should flow with life, not fight it.

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