The Better Workday Podcast

Feeling like you’re constantly juggling too much? You’re not alone. On this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan breaks down why so many of us feel off-balance and offers straight-to-the-point tips to create more balance in daily life.
Discover how challenges with time, attention, and energy impact your work and personal life. Through relatable examples and practical tools like journaling prompts, Niamh encourages you to reflect on the areas of life that feel neglected and take small yet significant steps towards sustainable change.
Listen now to create a work-life balance that works for you!
Resources & Related Episodes:
Episode 2 - What is work/life balance and how do I know if I have it?
Episode 25 - The Power of Micro-Breaks 
The Goal Ladder Guide
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

Ever felt stuck trying to figure out how to work better with your manager? This episode of The Better Workday Podcast breaks it all down. Niamh Moynihan explains the concept of "managing up" and how understanding your manager’s work style and priorities can lead to a smoother, more productive relationship.
Learn how to communicate effectively, keep your manager updated, and align yourself with their goals, all while building trust and respect. From tips on proactive updates to being solutions-oriented, you’ll walk away with simple strategies to make work life more efficient and less stressful.
Resources:
My Desk
Episode 7: How can I improve my one-to-one meetings?
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

In this episode, Niamh discusses the importance of resetting your workday or workweek when motivation wanes or productivity stalls.
Whether due to the time of year, a demanding workload, or a lack of urgency during quieter weeks, Niamh shares her three-step framework for resetting and regaining focus.
Tune in and learn practical ways to step away, refresh your environment, and realign your tasks to make meaningful progress.
Resources:
Clarifying Questions
Shownotes: How to Say No at Work Without Feeling Guilty
Episode 14: How do I manage busy periods at work?
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

In this episode, Niamh discusses the importance of resetting your workday or workweek when motivation wanes or productivity stalls.
Whether due to the time of year, a demanding workload, or a lack of urgency during quieter weeks, Niamh shares her three-step framework for resetting and regaining focus.
Tune in and learn practical ways to step away, refresh your environment, and realign your tasks to make meaningful progress.
Related Episodes:
Episode 22: Improve Your Morning Routine
Episode 23: Creating Flow in Your Workday
Get In Touch
Visit our website abetterworkday.com/
Email us at podcast@abetterworkday.com
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Visit our website abetterworkday.com/
CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

In this special guest episode, host Niamh Moynihan welcomes Criona Turley, co-founder and CEO of Capella, to discuss how technology is reshaping how we use and experience workspaces. They explore the challenges of hybrid work, the power of intentional planning, and actionable strategies for improving collaboration and productivity in evolving workplace models.
With a background in Workplace Design, Criona is the co-founder and CEO of Capella. Capella’s software helps real estate and facilities managers right size their office space by providing the most intelligent tools, insights and data to inform, predict and better manage Hybrid workspaces.
Whether you’re navigating hybrid, remote, or in-office arrangements, this episode is packed with insights on improving the workday for employees and leadership.
 
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

In this episode, Niamh Moynihan explores practical ways to create more space in your workday and achieve your goals. Instead of focusing on things outside your control, like deleting tasks or completely overhauling your schedule, Niamh highlights strategies you can apply immediately to make the most of your time. Whether it’s embracing monotasking, managing procrastination, or better experiencing time, these tips help you feel more in control and less overwhelmed.
Resources
Episode 23: Creating Flow in Your Workday – A guide to planning your work with intention.
Episode 14: How Do I Manage Busy Periods at Work? – Tips on managing workload and setting boundaries.
The Better Workday Blueprint: A self-paced course for creating a sustainable and productive workday.
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Visit our website abetterworkday.com/
CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan shares her tried-and-tested strategies for goal setting in 2025. Drawing insights from three transformative books—The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington, Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt, and The One Thing by Gary Keller—Niamh outlines practical approaches that empower you to stay focused, energised, and productive throughout the year.
Here are some tools and references to support your journey:
The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington
Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt
The One Thing by Gary Keller
Goal Ladder Guide: A free guide to set and achieve your goals.
The Better Workday Blueprint: A self-paced course for creating a sustainable and productive workday.
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CreditsHost: Niamh Moynihan
Co-Producer: Tricia Brady
Music: The Dagenham Yanks

Change happens constantly in the workplace. In this episode, Niamh Moynihan offers a simple method to help you understand and respond to change. Instead of feeling carried along by events, this approach lets you see what’s happening, understand how it affects you, and decide on the next steps.
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks

As the end of the year approaches, it’s easy to feel disappointed by goals not being met or projects not being started. In this episode, Niamh introduces the power of the word “yet” to reshape how we view our unfinished tasks.
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks

This week, Niamh discusses using your work calendar as a powerful tool to reclaim your time, manage expectations, and reduce stress. Whether you're scheduling meetings, planning solo work, or striving for work-life balance, these practical tips will help you take control of your calendar and create a more productive and fulfilling workday.
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks