The Better Workday Podcast

In this latest episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh discusses the impact a difficult manager can have on your workday and career. She covers four common 'bad boss' scenarios, providing practical advice on how to handle each one and improve your work life.
Resources and Related Episodes
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-60
Episode 42  - How to Manage Up and Build a Better Relationship with Your Manager 
My Desk Template - https://abetterworkday.com/mydesk
 
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In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh shares a personal story about how she fell into the procrastination trap while working on a new project. She explains the difference between prioritising and procrastinating and gives three key questions to help you determine if you're putting off important tasks.
Resources and Related Episodes
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-59
Episode 17 - Overcome Procrastination
Episode 54 - Urgent People v Urgent Tasks
Information about the Momentum programme
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As we head into September, Niamh encourages listeners to take a moment to check in on their progress and reset their goals. She provides three key questions to help you assess your projects and make sure you're set up for success in the final months of the year.
Resources and Related Episodes
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-58
Episode 35: Reframing Unfinished Goals
Information about the Momentum programme
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In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan discusses some of the common reasons you might feel busy yet unproductive. Niamh explores why we often find ourselves overwhelmed with tasks but still feel like we've accomplished nothing. She discusses the importance of planning, tracking unexpected tasks, and recognising the work we do.
Whether you're grappling with an endless to-do list or juggling multiple projects, this episode offers practical ideas to help you feel more accomplished and satisfied with your work.
Don't forget to download the free My Desk productivity system template mentioned in the episode to help you track and manage your tasks better.
Share this episode with friends or colleagues who might benefit from these tips, and stay tuned for more ways to have a better workday!
Related Resources
My Desk Template - https://abetterworkday.com/mydesk
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-57
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

Routines are meant to support us, but what happens when they start to restrict us instead?
In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan explores how to find the right balance between helpful structure and necessary flexibility. Whether you’re working remotely, hybrid, or back in the office, this episode will help you reassess what’s actually working in your day - and what needs to change.
If this episode resonates with you, consider sharing it with a friend or colleague to help them have a better workday.
Related Resources
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-56
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks
 

What does success mean to you? And has it changed recently? These are the questions I encourage you to ask yourself as you listen to this week's episode of The Better Workday Podcast. I reflect on how my limited definition of success held me back in my early career and share a practical self-reflection exercise to help you redefine your version of success.
Related Resources
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-55
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks
 

In this episode, I discuss the difference between urgent people and urgent tasks. Learning how to separate the feeling of urgency from real deadlines can reduce unnecessary stress and overwork, and allow you to focus what's important.
Related Resources
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/urgent-people-urgent-tasks-episode-54
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh reviews Attention Span by Gloria Mark, a must-read for anyone feeling distracted or overwhelmed at work. She shares her top practical takeaways from the book, explores how you can reclaim control over your attention, and reveals the insightful advice Gloria personally shared about mastering our habits of focus.
Related Resources
Attention Span by Gloria Mark - https://amzn.to/4ixhdvV
Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/lessons-from-attention-span-episode-53
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

Feeling overwhelmed by your work week? In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan shares the 7 key questions to ask yourself to create a plan that reduces work stress and increases productivity, without falling into the trap of overplanning.
Join Niamh and discover how to tailor your approach for solo vs. collaborative tasks and create a 'minimum viable plan' that works for you.
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

Do you find your meetings frequently filled with interruptions, or are you the one interrupting others, even if unintentionally?
In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, host Niamh Moynihan digs into the common experience of interruptions in the workplace. She examines the various reasons behind these interruptions – from different communication styles (such as internal versus external thinking) and impatience to genuine passion and the need to be heard.
Niamh categorises different types of interruptions, emphasising that not all are necessarily disruptive, and discusses their impact on effective communication. Importantly, she shares practical strategies for reducing interruptions, like the 'notebook method,' while underscoring the need to find the right balance so that essential contributions and clarifications are not overlooked. Discover how to enhance your participation in meetings and make your interruptions more intentional and valuable.
Related Episodes:
Episode 46 - Meaningful Meetings
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Email us at podcast@abetterworkday.com
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks