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Your Time, Your Way

Your Time, Your Way

Carl Pullein 200 Episodes Sep 20, 2026

Answering all your questions about productivity and self-development.

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Why Time Blocking Keeps Failing You
Why Time Blocking Keeps Failing You Sep 20, 2026 822 "It was Hercule Poirot’s custom to open his morning mail using a small letter-opener with an ivory handle, making a neat slice along the top edge of each envelope... Each letter was then extracted, unfolded, smoothed flat with the palm of his hand, and read with deliberate, unhurried precision. Only when one piece of correspondence was thoroughly digested and placed in its neat, appointed stack wo
The Productive Power Of A Proper Tea Break
The Productive Power Of A Proper Tea Break Sep 13, 2026 956 How often do you take a mid-morning tea break? I mean a proper break, where you stop work for fifteen minutes or so mid-morning?  It turns out very few people do this these days. And if they do get themselves a cup of tea or coffee, it’s done on the go or at their desks while continuing to work.  Complete madness. Is it any wonder why so many people feel burnt out, exhausted and unable to spend an
How To Fix The Top 5 Productivity and Time Management Pain Points
How To Fix The Top 5 Productivity and Time Management Pain Points Sep 6, 2026 1055 What are the top 5 pain points with time management and productivity that over 400 of my past and current coaching clients have faced?  The results may, or may not, surprise you.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin   You can learn more about the Planning Course here Use the coupon code: planning26   Learn more about the Productivity Academy Learn more about my private coachi
Are You Overcommitted Without Realising It?
Are You Overcommitted Without Realising It? Aug 30, 2026 787 An overflowing task manager and a crowded-out calendar are rarely ever caused by using the wrong tools. The problem happened well before you entered the task or added the appointment to your task manager or calendar.  And that’s what we’re looking at this week.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin   Learn more about my Productivity Academy Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way
Why Everything Feels Like It Needs to Be Done Today
Why Everything Feels Like It Needs to Be Done Today Aug 23, 2026 854 Have you ever wondered if your time management and productivity issues might not be about the amount of work you have to do, but rather the way you think about that work?  That’s what we’re looking at today.   Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin   Learn more about the Productivity Academy Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived Plan Your Week
Why You Never Have Time for Your Most Important Work
Why You Never Have Time for Your Most Important Work Aug 16, 2026 920 When filling up your car with fuel, how do you know when it’s full? Well, the fuel filler nozzle clicks off. A sensor triggers the fuel to shut off. Yet did you know that the sensor is programmed to trigger when the fuel tank is 85 to 95% full? There is an intentional air pocket left in the tank to accommodate the fuel’s natural expansion due to heat.  Now ask yourself: how do you know when your c
Why You’re Too Tired to Plan Tomorrow
Why You’re Too Tired to Plan Tomorrow Aug 9, 2026 868 “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” That was Theodore Roosevelt, giving his thoughts on making a decision, and in this week’s episode, I am answering a question about why we may be trying to solve a time management problem the wrong way. Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | W
Why You’re Still Overwhelmed After Trying Every Productivity System
Why You’re Still Overwhelmed After Trying Every Productivity System Aug 2, 2026 902 Are you on a mission to find the best productivity app or system, and find that no matter how many apps or new methods you try, you still find yourself overwhelmed, backlogged and stuck? Well, this week I want to tell you about a new way I can help you.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin   Learn more about the Productivity Academy The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pu
Your To-Do List Is Hiding the Truth About Your Time.
Your To-Do List Is Hiding the Truth About Your Time. Jul 26, 2026 841 What drives your day? Your calendar or your to-do list? Or perhaps your boss? The answer to that question will determine whether you are or will be productive each day.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin   Learn more about the Time Sector System here Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived Plan Your Week With Me: The Weekly Planning Matrix.
How to Protect Your Most Important Work When Everything Goes Off Plan
How to Protect Your Most Important Work When Everything Goes Off Plan Jul 19, 2026 811 The legendary American Football coach, Vince Lombardi, said: “It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up."  Now that’s true in American Football, and it’s also true in life.  No matter how well you plan your day or your week, your plan will inevitably get attacked by outside influences.  A disorganised, reactive boss, a tired son or daughter who won’t get out of bed in the morn
You Don’t Need More Time. You Need Fewer Choices.
You Don’t Need More Time. You Need Fewer Choices. Jul 12, 2026 821   Socrates, that wise philosopher of the 5th century BC, said: "The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less." And the consensus across the centuries has always been clear: happiness isn't a destination you reach by wanting or accumulating more, but a state of mind achieved by reducing what you want. This week, I’m exploring the commo
How to Keep Going When the Motivation has Gone
How to Keep Going When the Motivation has Gone Jun 28, 2026 907 You may have come across the quote: “Motivation gets you started, but discipline keeps you growing." By John C. Maxwell, the author and leadership mentor.  Motivation is an interesting concept. It’s often required to get things started, but if you only rely on your motivation to do something, particularly if that something is not easy or particularly enjoyable, it won’t keep you going.  This week,

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