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Get Organized at Work | Career, Leadership, Project Management, Productivity, Time Management
A podcast designed for professionals who want to become more organized and advance their careers. It covers productivity systems, time management, project management, and leadership strategies to reduce overwhelm and burnout. The host, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt, shares insights from her years of experience in healthcare management and laboratory leadership. The show helps listeners set boundaries, plan ahead, anticipate workplace problems, and lead with confidence.
Episodes
Task Management: Why To Do Lists are Failing Leaders
Task Management: Why To-Do Lists Failing Leaders
Why do to-do lists fail leaders? A task list can capture everything you need to do, but it can’t prioritize your work, track a project, or keep delegated tasks moving on its own.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, Kayla explains how to build a more useful task management system.
Learn how to:
Capture and sort tasks
Choose clear next actions
Project Management for Leaders: Always Know What's Happening
Project Management for Leaders: Always Know What's Happening
Project work gets hard to lead when the status, decisions, owners, and next steps are scattered across meetings, messages, and your memory. In this episode, Kayla breaks down a simple project management system to help you see what’s happening and keep work moving.
You’ll learn how to distinguish projects from tasks, what information to t
100,000 Downloads 🎉The 5 Systems Every Leader Needs Workshop Replay
Get Organized at Work Podcast has now reached over 100,000 downloads! 🎉
I’m still wrapping my head around that number. Every download represents someone choosing to spend time with an idea, a conversation, or a tool that might help them feel more organized and lead with greater clarity. Thank you for listening, sharing episodes, and being part of this community.
There’s another reason this milest
Build Your Leadership Operating System With Me
Build Your Leadership Operating System With Me
You don’t need another productivity hack. You need a leadership system that can actually support the complexity of your role.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we’re taking the next step in the Leadership Operating System series and talking about what it looks like to intentionally build the systems underneath the way you lead.
If you’ve ever
What is a Leadership Operating System?
What is a Leadership Operating System?
You have a calendar, task list, meeting notes, project plans, email, Teams, OneNote, Planner, spreadsheets—and approximately 73 browser tabs open.
You have tools.
So why does it still feel like you are personally holding everything together?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, Kayla answers the question: What is a Leadership Operating System?
A Leadersh
Why Great Leaders Still Get Stuck in Reaction Mode
Why Great Leaders Still Get Stuck in Reaction Mode
Great leaders don’t get stuck in reaction mode because they’re incapable of planning. They get stuck because they’re exceptionally good at responding.
They’re helpful, decisive, dependable, and trusted to solve complicated problems. But when you become known as the person who can handle anything, eventually everything gets handed to you.
In this e
Stop Hunting for Information: The System Every Leader Needs
Stop Hunting for Information: The System Every Leader Needs
Have you ever searched your email, Teams messages, meeting notes, shared folders, and old attachments for information you know exists—but cannot reliably find?
That is not just an annoying organization problem. It is an information-management problem—and it may be turning you into the human search engine for your entire team.
In this epis
The Hidden Cost of Keeping Everything in Your Head
The Hidden Cost of Keeping Everything in Your Head
What happens when your brain becomes the operating system for your entire team?
Keeping everything in your head can look like exceptional leadership. You remember the deadlines, connect the conversations, catch what others miss, and always seem to know what needs to happen next.
But underneath that competence is a hidden cost: mental overload, rea
The One Leadership Scorecard Every Manager Needs
The One Leadership Scorecard Every Manager Needs
If you’re a manager who feels like you’re constantly reacting, checking multiple systems, or trying to hold the entire picture of your team and work in your head, you may not need another to-do list—you may need a Leadership Scorecard.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, I’m breaking down the three areas every manager should be able to see cle
Stop Managing Tasks. Start Managing Systems
Stop Managing Tasks. Start Managing Systems
If your task list keeps getting longer but you still feel like you're constantly reacting at work, you may not have a task-management problem.
You may have a systems problem.
As your leadership grows, so does the complexity you're managing: more projects, people, meetings, decisions, information, delegated work, follow-up, and competing priorities. Event
Why High Performers Still Feel Disorganized
Why High Performers Still Feel Disorganized
Have you ever looked around your desk (or your inbox) and thought...
"How am I this busy and still feel so disorganized?"
If you're a high-performing leader, manager, project manager, healthcare professional, or business owner, the answer might surprise you.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, I'm sharing one of the biggest leadership lessons I've
The Biggest Leadership Lesson I Learned This Year - It's My Birthday! 🎂
The Biggest Leadership Lesson I Learned This Year
Today is my birthday, and birthdays have a funny way of making me pause and reflect.
As I looked back over the past year, I realized something that completely changed how I think about leadership, organization, and even my own business.
For years, I thought I was teaching OneNote and time management. But after working with hundreds of leaders, crea
Why Slowing Down Feels Wrong (Until It Changes Everything)
Why Slowing Down Feels Wrong (Until It Changes Everything)
Why does slowing down feel so...wrong?
If you've ever felt guilty for blocking 30 minutes to plan your week, reflect, or simply think ahead, you're not alone.
Many high-performing professionals have been conditioned to believe that productivity only counts if it looks busy. But what if the most valuable work you do isn't answering emails
What You Can't See in Hero Mode (And Why It Matters)
What You Can't See in Hero Mode (And Why It Matters)
What if the goal isn't to become more productive... but more present?
When we're in "hero mode," our brains become incredibly efficient at scanning for problems, deadlines, and the next thing that needs our attention. It's how we survive busy seasons.
But it's also why we miss so much.
In this episode, I'm sharing one of the biggest lessons I've
The Most Valuable Skill I Learned Was Asking Better Questions
The Most Valuable Skill I Learned Was Asking Better Questions
The most valuable leadership skill I've learned wasn't having better answers—it was asking better questions.
Early in my career, I believed great leaders were the ones with the answers. The more responsibility I took on, the more I realized that the highest-impact leaders often do something very different.
They ask better questions.
In
Stop Getting Organized. Start Building Leadership Capacity.
Stop Getting Organized. Start Building Leadership Capacity.
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself why getting organized actually changes the way you lead?
For years, I've taught productivity systems, OneNote, weekly planning, and dashboards. I've experienced firsthand how these tools transformed my own career—but this weekend, I finally found the words to explain why they work.
In this episode, I'
The Freedom Every Leader Is Really Looking For
The Freedom Every Leader Is Really Looking For
As we celebrate 250 years of independence this Fourth of July, I want to explore a different kind of freedom—the kind every leader is really looking for.
Not freedom from work.
Freedom from constant reaction.
Freedom from carrying your to-do list around in your head.
Freedom to leave work on time, be present with your family, and lead with intention i
You Know What Matters. So Why Are You Still Reactive?
You Know What Matters. So Why Are You Still Reactive?
The Missing Link Between Reactive and Proactive Leadership
Most leaders know what matters.
They know their priorities.
They know they should review their goals.
They know they should proactively plan their week.
So why do so many leaders still feel overwhelmed, reactive, and stuck in firefighting mode?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work,
Most Leaders Don't Need Better Time Management. They Need These 5 Systems.
Most Leaders Don't Need Better Time Management. They Need These 5 Systems.
Are you struggling to stay organized at work despite trying every productivity tip and time management hack?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we're taking a different approach.
Instead of focusing on time management, we're exploring the five core systems every leader needs to operate proactively, reduce overwhelm,
(I'm Injured) When Life Interrupts Your Plans: The Real Purpose of a Productivity System
When Life Interrupts Your Plans: The Real Purpose of a Productivity System
After breaking my toe and losing a goal I'd been working toward for months, I was reminded of something important: the best systems aren't designed for perfect weeks—they're designed for real life.
After unexpectedly breaking my toe and losing the opportunity to run a race I had been training for, I found myself reflecting
Fix Your Projects: The 4 Kanban Boards Every Leader Needs
Fix Your Projects: The 4 Kanban Boards Every Leader Needs
If your projects feel overwhelming, the problem may not be your workload—it may be your system.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, I'm continuing the "Fix Your" series by tackling one of the biggest challenges leaders face: managing projects, priorities, and workflows without feeling scattered or reactive.
The truth is that not all w
5 Signs You Need Better Organizational Systems at Work - Which One is Holding You Back? (Replay from March 2025)
5 Signs You Need Better Organizational Systems at Work - Which One is Holding You Back?
If your workday feels reactive, chaotic, mentally cluttered, or like you’re constantly trying to “catch up,” this episode is for you.
In this rerun of one of the most impactful episodes of the Get Organized at Work podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt breaks down the hidden signs that your organizational systems at work
Fix Your Energy: Systems to Stop Burnout and Protect Your Time as a Leader
Fix Your Energy: Systems to Stop Burnout and Protect Your Time as a Leader
Feeling exhausted, overstimulated, and constantly behind — even when you’re trying to stay organized?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, I’m sharing why the real productivity problem for most leaders and working professionals isn’t actually time management… it’s energy management.
We talk about:
Why traditional prod
The Tool Isn’t the Problem: Why Most Professionals Still Feel Overwhelmed
The Tool Isn’t the Problem: Why Most Professionals Still Feel Overwhelmed
Do you feel overwhelmed at work even though you’ve tried every productivity app, planner, or organization tool out there?
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast, healthcare leader and systems expert Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares a powerful realization after leading a Microsoft Teams and leadership systems workshop:
Fix Your Week: How to Plan Your Week as a Leader (Weekly Dashboard System)
Fix Your Week: How to Plan Your Week as a Leader (Weekly Dashboard System)
You know that feeling when your week just… happens to you?
Meetings, emails, interruptions—and suddenly it’s Friday and you’re wondering what you actually accomplished.
In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to fix your week using a simple Weekly Dashboard system I use inside my OneNote Hub.
This is the system
Fix Your To-Do List: The Simple Task System for Busy Professionals Who Feel Overwhelmed
Fix Your To-Do List: The Simple Task System for Busy Professionals Who Feel Overwhelmed
Are you constantly rewriting your to-do list, forgetting tasks, or feeling overwhelmed before your workday even starts?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we’re kicking off the Fix This System series by tackling one of the biggest productivity challenges professionals face: a to-do list that just doesn’t
Unplanned Work Is Stealing Your Time: How to Make It Visible with Kanban Boards
Unplanned Work Is Stealing Your Time: How to Make It Visible with Kanban Boards
Are you constantly feeling behind at work—even when you have a plan?
Like your day gets hijacked by emails, meetings, and “urgent” requests you didn’t see coming?
👉 The problem might not be your productivity…
👉 It might be unplanned work.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we’re diving into how unplanned work is
The Monthly Check-In to Get Back on Track at Work (How Organized Leaders Build Self-Awareness and Intention)
The Monthly Check-In to Get Back on Track at Work (How Organized Leaders Build Self-Awareness and Intention)
Feeling behind at work—even when you’re busy all day? It might not be your workload… it might be a lack of intentional reflection.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt walks you through the monthly check-in process that organized leaders use to build self-awareness,
Why Your Work Isn’t Getting Recognized (NASA’s Artemis 2 Mission Just Proved This)
Why Your Work Isn’t Getting Recognized (NASA’s Artemis 2 Mission Just Proved This)
NASA’s Artemis II mission just changed how they’re communicating its value—and it’s a leadership lesson every professional needs to hear. In this episode, we break down what shifted in NASA’s messaging, why the value was always there but not clearly communicated, and how you can apply this exact approach to your own
You Don’t Need Another Productivity App — You Need a System That Connects Everything at Work
You Don’t Need Another Productivity App — You Need a System That Connects Everything at Work
Are you using multiple productivity tools at work—but still feeling overwhelmed, reactive, and scattered?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we’re diving into the real reason your organization system isn’t working—and it’s not because you need another app.
If you’re juggling Outlook, Microsoft Teams
Stop Carrying It All: The Hidden Cause of Overwhelm at Work (It’s Not Your System)
Stop Carrying It All: The Hidden Cause of Overwhelm at Work (It’s Not Your System)
Feeling overwhelmed at work—even when you have a planner, to-do list, or organization system that should be working?
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt breaks down the real reason you feel scattered, distracted, or mentally exhausted at work—and it’s not your workload.
It’s what
Performance Review Season: How to Write a Self-Assessment and Set Better Goals for the Year
Performance Review Season: How to Write a Self-Assessment and Set Better Goals for the Year
Performance review season can feel stressful — but it’s also one of the best opportunities all year to reflect on your work, demonstrate your impact, and design better goals for the future.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, Kayla shares how to approach your self-assessment and annual goal setting in
The Proactive Success Algorithm: 6 Weekly Questions Every Leader Should Ask
The Proactive Success Algorithm: 6 Weekly Questions Every Leader Should Ask
Are you ending each week feeling busy but unsure what actually moved forward?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work podcast, we’re talking about a simple but powerful leadership habit that helps leaders become more intentional, proactive, and strategic: weekly reflection through Leader Standard Work.
Kayla introduces he
Stop Reacting All Day: How to Create a Weekly Leadership Dashboard in OneNote
Stop Reacting All Day: How to Create a Weekly Leadership Dashboard in OneNote
Are you ending every week feeling busy… but not strategic?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we’re talking about how to stop reacting all day and start leading with clarity by creating a Weekly Leadership Dashboard in OneNote.
If you constantly feel pulled into email, meetings, Slack messages, and urgent requests
Why Leaders Feel Overwhelmed — Leadership Lessons from the Olympics on Letting Go, Trusting Systems, and Avoiding Burnout
Why Leaders Feel Overwhelmed — Leadership Lessons from the Olympics on Letting Go, Trusting Systems, and Avoiding Burnout
Why do leaders feel overwhelmed — even when they’re capable, experienced, and highly motivated?
In this episode, I share the hidden cause of overwhelm that most leadership advice never addresses — and what the Olympics can teach us about letting go, trusting your preparation, a
How I Stay Organized at Work and Run a Business Without Burning Out (My OneNote + Notion Systems)
How I Stay Organized at Work and Run a Business Without Burning Out (My OneNote + Notion Systems)
How do you stay organized at work, lead multiple teams, run a business, and still protect your energy without burning out?
In this episode, I’m sharing the exact systems I use to stay organized at work and run my business using Microsoft OneNote and Notion. These are the real productivity systems I re
Systems That Protect Your Energy: Boundaries, Decisions, and Recovery at Work
Systems That Protect Your Energy: Boundaries, Decisions, and Recovery at Work
Are you managing your time at work—but still feeling drained? What if the real goal isn’t better time management, but systems that protect your energy?
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt breaks down three types of systems every leader needs: boundaries, decisions, and recovery at wor
Grounded Leadership Systems: Why Getting Organized at Work Is Like The Home Edit
What if getting organized at work felt more like The Home Edit — and less like hustle, urgency, and mental overload?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, I’m introducing the concept of Grounded Leadership Systems and sharing why the way we organize our work has everything to do with how we lead, decide, and protect our energy.
Using familiar metaphors from The Home Edit, I walk through how pr
Stewardship at Scale: Time, Energy, Systems — and Leading Together in Uncertain Times
Stewardship at Scale: Time, Energy, Systems — and Leading Together in Uncertain Times
Leadership doesn’t scale through hustle — it scales through stewardship.
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt explores what stewardship at scale really means for modern leaders navigating uncertainty, pressure, and complexity. This conversation moves beyond personal productivit
Proactive vs Reactive Leadership: How Organized Leaders Choose Better (Without Overplanning)
Proactive vs Reactive Leadership: How Organized Leaders Choose Better (Without Overplanning)
What’s the real difference between proactive and reactive leadership — and why does staying proactive feel so hard once work gets busy?
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we build on last week’s conversation about decision fatigue and explore how organized leaders move from constantly reacting to in
Systems That Reduce Decision Fatigue: How Organized Leaders Protect Their Energy
Systems That Reduce Decision Fatigue: How Organized Leaders Protect Their Energy
Decision fatigue is one of the biggest — and most overlooked — challenges leaders face today.
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we explore systems that reduce decision fatigue and why organized leaders don’t rely on willpower to stay productive — they design systems that protect their time, attention, and ener
Stewardship in Leadership: A Smarter Way to Manage Time, Energy, and Systems
Stewardship in Leadership: A Smarter Way to Manage Time, Energy, and Systems
In this episode of Get Organized at Work, we explore stewardship as a leadership skill — and why it’s essential for leaders who want to be more organized, consistent, and proactive without burning out.
We’ll talk about:
the difference between control and stewardship
how to steward your time, attention, systems, and energ
How to Get Organized at Work in 6 Simple Steps - Replay of a Most Downloaded Episode in 2025!
How to Get Organized at Work in 6 Simple Steps
Enjoy this replay of one of my most downloaded episodes in 2025! First recorded in March, it's very fitting for resetting ourselves for January. We'll be back in 2026 with a new episode (right now, we're resting 😴😎until the near year!). See you back next week!
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2025 Year in Review: The Systems, Mindsets, and Leadership Lessons That Mattered Most
2025 Year in Review: The Systems, Mindsets, and Leadership Lessons That Mattered Most
What if the biggest leadership lesson of 2025 wasn’t about doing more — but about doing less, better?
In this 2025 Year in Review episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast, I’m reflecting on the most-downloaded episodes of the year and the leadership themes that resonated most with listeners. From building cal
The Calm Leader’s Second Brain: How to Build a Second Brain in OneNote for Clearer Leadership
The Calm Leader’s Second Brain: How to Build a Second Brain in OneNote for Clearer Leadership
If your mind feels constantly full — juggling leadership decisions, work projects, personal responsibilities, and the fear of forgetting something important — this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how building a Second Brain helped her sto
Your Leadership Blueprint for 2026: A Love Letter to the Leader You’re Becoming (Day 12 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 12 of The 12 Days of Leadership
Your Leadership Blueprint for 2026: A Love Letter to the Leader You’re Becoming
In the final episode of the 12 Days of Leadership series, we’re ending with something powerful — a love letter to the leader you’re becoming and a 2026 Leadership Blueprint designed to help you step boldly into your next level.
If you've ever felt pulled between who you are and who y
How to Prepare for Promotion: Visibility, Confidence & Leadership Identity (Day 11 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 11 of The 12 Days of Leadership
How to Prepare for Promotion: Visibility, Confidence & Leadership Identity
Are you ready for your next leadership role — but unsure how to actually get promoted?
Welcome to Day 11 of the 12 Days of Leadership, where we’re diving deep into the mindset, visibility strategies, and leadership identity shifts required to step into your next-level position with co
Boundaries, Balance & Burnout Prevention for High-Achieving Leaders (Day 10 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 10 of The 12 Days of Leadership
Boundaries, Balance & Burnout Prevention for High-Achieving Leaders
If you’re a high-achieving leader who feels stretched thin, exhausted, or constantly “on,” this episode of the 12 Days of Leadership is your permission slip to pause. Today, we’re talking boundaries, balance, and burnout prevention — three core skills every modern leader needs but few are ev
Think Like a Strategic Leader: Critical Thinking & Decision-Making Skills for 2026 (Day 9 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 9 of The 12 Days of Leadership
Think Like a Strategic Leader: Critical Thinking & Decision-Making Skills for 2026
Are you ready to move from doing the work to leading the work? In today’s episode of the 12 Days of Leadership, we’re diving into one of the most important — and most requested — leadership skills: strategic thinking.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in task mode, overwhelmed by const
Communication That Builds Trust: Coaching, Conflict & Conversations Every Leader Must Master (Day 8 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 8 of The 12 Days of Leadership
Communication That Builds Trust: Coaching, Conflict & Conversations Every Leader Must Master
If you’ve ever walked into a meeting thinking, “I hope this doesn’t turn into a conflict”… or avoided giving feedback because it felt uncomfortable… this episode is your guide to becoming a calm, confident communicator.
Welcome to Day 8 of the 12 Days of Leadership Se
Project Management for Leaders: How to Track Work Without Drowning in Tasks (Day 7 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 7 of The 12 Days of Leadership
Project Management for Leaders: How to Track Work Without Drowning in Tasks
Are you juggling multiple projects, managing competing priorities, or leading across several teams or locations? In Day 7 of The 12 Days of Leadership, we’re breaking down simple project management systems for leaders, especially if you don’t have a PMP certification or a formal operation
The Organized Inbox & Digital Desk: Simple Systems to Reduce Work Overwhelm (Day 6 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 6 of The 12 Days of Leadership
The Organized Inbox & Digital Desk: Simple Systems to Reduce Work Overwhelm
Are your inbox, digital files, and work apps overflowing — and constantly pulling you into reactive, stressful workdays? In Day 6 of the 12 Days of Leadership series, we’re tackling one of the biggest pain points for modern leaders: digital clutter, inbox chaos, and disorganized workf
Focus, Finish, Follow-Through — How Leaders Build Consistency (Day 5 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 5 of The 12 Days of Leadership
Focus, Finish, Follow-Through — How Leaders Build Consistency (Day 5 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Struggling with procrastination, inconsistent routines, or unfinished projects? You’re not alone. In today’s episode of the 12 Days of Leadership series, we’re talking about one of the most requested topics in the Get Organized at Work community: how to build consist
⭐ Energy > Time: The Secret to Productivity and Prioritization for Busy Leaders (Day 4 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 4 of the 12 Days of Leadership
⭐ Energy > Time: The Secret to Productivity and Prioritization for Busy Leaders
Are you constantly running out of time… or are you actually running out of energy?
Welcome to Day 4 of the 12 Days of Leadership series, where we flip the script on traditional productivity advice and dive into the real reason leaders feel overwhelmed: energy management, not time m
The TEST Method: A Delegation Framework Every Leader Needs to Know (Day 3 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 3 of the 12 Days of Leadership
The TEST Method: A Delegation Framework Every Leader Needs to Know (Day 3 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
If you're overwhelmed, stretched thin, or constantly doing tasks your team could be doing, this episode is your permission slip to step into real leadership — not constant doing.
On Day 3 of the 12 Days of Leadership series, we’re diving into one of the most pow
Leader Standard Work 101: The System That Keeps You Organized, Focused & Out of the Weeds (Day 2 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 2 of the 12 Days of Leadership
Leader Standard Work 101: The System That Keeps You Organized, Focused & Out of the Weeds
If you feel overwhelmed, reactive, or constantly juggling tasks, this episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast is for you. Today, in Day 2 of our 12 Days of Leadership series, we’re breaking down Leader Standard Work (LSW) — the structure, systems, and routines that
The 12 Days of Leadership - Stop the Whirlwind: How to Shift From Firefighting to Proactive Leadership (Day 1 - The 12 Days of Leadership)
Day 1 of the 12 Days of Leadership
Stop the Whirlwind: How to Shift From Firefighting to Proactive Leadership (Day 1 of the 12 Days of Leadership)
Are you stuck in constant firefighting mode — reacting to problems, racing through your day, and feeling like you’re always one step behind? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we kick off the 12 Days of Leadership series with one of the most requeste
🦃What You Did This Year Was Enough: A Thanksgiving Reflection for Leaders
What You Did This Year Was Enough: A Thanksgiving Reflection for Leaders
In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, leadership coach and working mom of three Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt invites you into a warm, reflective moment to acknowledge something most leaders never hear: what you did this year was enough.
Kayla guides you through a gentle leadership mindfulness practi
Leadership Mindfulness 101: The Power of Pause and Why Slowing Down Speeds Up Success
Leadership Mindfulness 101: The Power of Pause and Why Slowing Down Speeds Up Success
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, leadership coach and working mom Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt explores why slowing down is one of the most powerful tools a leader can use to increase clarity, strengthen decision-making, and improve results.
Through the lens of leadership mindfulness, Kayla shares how
How Real Leaders Reset Expectations: Boundaries, Balance, and Credibility at Work
How Real Leaders Reset Expectations: Boundaries, Balance, and Credibility at Work
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, leadership coach and working mom Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how real leaders set boundaries, reset expectations, and build lasting credibility at work — without burning out.
You’ll learn how to identify the true purpose of your role, clarify what problems you’re me
Family Command Center Upgrade: Amazon Echo Show + Google Calendar vs. Skylight (Set-Up, Tips, and Deals)
Family Command Center Upgrade: Echo Show + Google Calendar vs. Skylight (Set-Up, Tips, and Deals)
Want a family command center that actually works? In this episode, Kayla shows how her household runs on an Echo Show using the Google Calendar link + the Calendar widget—covering setup, color-coding, routines, privacy tips, and why this can be a budget-friendly alternative to Skylight (especially if
👻🎃10 Spooky Truths About Career Growth (That Might Haunt You if You Ignore Them) - Halloween Episode!
👻🎃10 Spooky Truths About Career Growth (That Might Haunt You if You Ignore Them) - Halloween Episode!
Ready for some Halloween fun and a career glow-up? In this special themed episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt reveals 10 Spooky Truths About Career Growth — the hidden habits, scary energy drains, and haunting workplace patterns that can stop you from leveling up as a
You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader
You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, leadership coach and working mom Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares why hustle culture is keeping leaders reactive — and how to shift toward purposeful productivity that actually drives results.
You’ll learn how to assess your work against what truly matters: your team’s go
The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go
The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, leadership coach and working mom Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt reveals the hidden cost of unrealistic expectations and why people-pleasing quietly drains your energy, joy, and impact at work. Learn how to spot the signs of unrealistic expectations—like guilt when rest
Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations
Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations
In this episode, Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations, leadership coach and working mom Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares a powerful mindset shift for high-achievers who feel like they’re never doing enough. Discover why your “best” changes daily — and how self-aware leaders use reflection, reali
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The Real Career Advantage: Why Consistency Beats Talent Every Time
The Real Career Advantage: Why Consistency Beats Talent Every Time
Consistency wins! Consistency doesn’t just keep you organized —it’s the secret behind promotions, influence, and long-term career growth. In this Consistency Systems Series finale of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt celebrates over 30 K downloads and walks you through the five powerful lessons that built t
The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually Works
The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually Works
Are you tired of trying random productivity tools that never stick? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt introduces the Consistency Blueprint: Leader Standard Work. Just like on the Great British Baking Show where every baker gets the same recipe but creates a different cookie, Leader Standa
Consistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half Ironman
Consistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half Ironman
What can training for a half Ironman teach us about leadership and productivity at work? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares the story of her husband’s 70.3 triathlon journey, where he shaved 23 minutes off his time, ran a faster half marathon, and finished strong in his age group. The key was
Burnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and Delegation
Burnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and Delegation
Are you pushing for consistency at work but finding yourself exhausted in the process? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shows you how to achieve consistency without burnout by embracing a soft life at work approach. You’ll learn how to apply
How to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)
How to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day
Does your routine fall apart the moment life gets messy? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt reveals how to build a work rhythm you can stick to—even on your worst days. You’ll learn the concept of minimum viable consistency (showing up at your 5/10 best), how to treat Leader Standard Wo
The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters Most
The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters Most
Do you feel like you’re spending more time organizing your work than actually getting it done? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how the 80/20 rule applies to productivity and leadership systems. You’ll learn which work systems actually stick—your calendar, a single task hub, and a consistent m
The Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)
The Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work
“It’s not just missed deadlines—every time you restart, you waste energy, lose trust, and stall momentum. Let’s uncover what inconsistency is really costing you.”
Struggling to stay consistent at work? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt breaks down the hidden costs of inconsistency—lost trust, wasted energy, and stalle
Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)
Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)
Do you really need a perfectly organized inbox or meticulously categorized notes to be productive? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt explains why the answer is no—and how a simple, search-first approach can save you time, stress, and unnecessary effort.
You’ll learn:
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7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work Podcast
7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work Podcast
Ever wondered what really goes into building a podcast — and a community — from the ground up? This summer marks 7 years of hosting the podcast, so I’m pulling back the curtain on the 7 biggest lessons I’ve learned from creating the Get Organized at Work Podcast, growing a dedicated community of professionals, and
Ditch the Paper Chaos and Build a Digital Hub in OneNote - How To Organize Your OneNote
Ditch the Paper Chaos and Build a Digital Hub in OneNote - How To Organize Your OneNote
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Are you drowning in sticky notes, scattered papers, or chaotic to-do lists? In this episode of Get Organized at Work, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt walks you through exactly how she’d organize her OneNote notebook from scratch to streamline her work, stay focused, and never forget an important
From Whirlwind to Workflow: Turning To-Do Lists into Strategic Kanban Boards with Microsoft Planner
From Whirlwind to Workflow — Turn Your To-Do List into a Microsoft Planner Kanban Board
Feeling stuck in the hustle? Buried in an endless to-do list with no clear direction? You’re not alone — and in this episode of Get Organized at Work, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how to break free from the whirlwind and take control of your tasks using Microsoft Planner Kanban Boards.
Learn how to:
✅ Turn yo
What’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at Work
Have you ever asked yourself, “What would I do if I wasn’t afraid?” In this inspiring episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt explores how answering the question, "What career would you have if you weren't afraid of being judged or just not afraid of going for it?"
We walk through how that question doesn't have to be scary and make you feel out of alignment...
That qu
Soft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic Life
🎙️ Episode Title: Soft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic Life
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Ready to ditch the hustle and create more ease in your workday? In this episode of the Get Organized at Work podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how getting organized with smart, sustainable systems can help you lead a softer, more intentional life—without sacrificing your career goals.
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Unplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for Leaders
Unplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for Leaders
Are you a leader who wants to take time off this summer — but secretly worries everything will fall apart without you?
In this episode of the Get Organized at Work Podcast, host Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt shares how high-performing professionals can take guilt-free time off and create a flexible summer work schedule that protects energy and prevents
