The Better Workday Podcast

EP 9 | Back to Work: Stress-Busting Tips for Your First Day Back

Feeling stressed about returning to work after a break? In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, Niamh discusses tips and strategies for returning to work after a break to make the transition smoother and less stressful. The episode covers the importance of disconnecting from work during time off, setting boundaries, communicating effectively with colleagues, and being intentional about the first day back at work.
Resources
Supporting Blog: Switching off from work with a pre-holiday routine
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 

EP 8 | What is effective feedback?

In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, Niamh shares her own experiences about giving and receiving feedback at work, along with feedback mistakes to avoid. She also shares the STAR (Specific, Timely, Action-focused, Relevant) Framework for Effective Feedback
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 

EP 7 | How can I improve my one-to-one meetings?

In this podcast episode, Niamh shares her experiences and insights on how to make one-to-one meetings more effective and valuable, whether you are a manager conducting these meetings or an employee participating in them. Niamh discusses the importance of purpose, people involved, format/structure, and frequency in one-to-one meetings.
Resources
Supporting Blog: Unlock the Full Potential of Your One-on-One Meetings
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 

EP 6 | How can I get a handle on my inbox?

In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, Niamh shares practical tips on how to effectively manage and get a handle on your inbox. Niamh emphasises the importance of viewing email tools as allies in the workplace and provides a step-by-step guide to organising and prioritising emails to reduce stress and improve productivity.
Resources
Supporting Blog: Mastering Email Management: A Step-by-Step Approach
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 
 

EP 5 | What is the pomodoro technique?

In this episode of the Better Workday podcast, we discuss the Pomodoro technique, a time management tool designed to enhance productivity. Niamh explains how it works and discusses various situations where the technique can be particularly beneficial, including managing emails, tackling 'slow brain' tasks, tidying up loose ends, exploring new tasks, and accomplishing short-time tasks. Niamh also shares an alternative approach for tasks requiring longer, uninterrupted focus, and shows you how to flip the use of this tool for your daily breaks.
Resources
How to get better at taking breaks at work
Shownotes: Getting More Done with the Pomodoro Technique
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 

EP 4 | How can I tell if I am at risk of burn out?

In today's fast-paced world, where the lines between work and life blur, burnout has become a silent epidemic that threatens our well-being and productivity. But it doesn't have to be this way. In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast we discuss some of the signs of burnout, its underlying causes, and, most importantly, actionable steps you can take to prevent it from taking over your life.
Whether you're a leader looking to support your team or an individual striving to find balance in the modern workplace, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to avoid burnout and thrive in your professional and personal life.
 
ResourcesRecognising Burnout: Signs to Look Out For
Types of Boundaries
Supporting Blog: How to Reduce the Risk of Burnout
 
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 

EP3 | Why is goal-setting important?

Why is goal-setting important, and how can it help you be more productive?
In this episode, Niamh shares how good goals can help you make more progress and protect your work-life balance.
ResourcesThe Goal Ladder GuideSupporting Blog: The Importance of Goal-Setting: The Key to Success in Work and Life
 
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 

EP2 | What is work/life balance and how do I know if I am doing it right?

What is work-life balance, and is it achievable in today's hyper-connected world of work? In this week's episode, Niamh talks about what work-life balance really means and some simple steps you can take if you feel off-balance.
ResourcesWheel of Life
 
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks
 

EP1 | What is productivity?

Episode DescriptionEveryone always talks about wanting to "be more productive" or "increase their productivity" but what does that actually mean?In this weeks episode Niamh answers the question - "What is productivity?"
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CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks

Welcome to The Better Workday Podcast

Welcome to The Better Workday Podcast, where each week Niamh Moynihan provides the answers you need to have a better workday.
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Connect with Niamh on TikTok @betterworkdayFollow us on LinkedInSubscribe to us on YouTubeSubscribe to the Better Workday NewsletterVisit our website abetterworkday.com/
CreditsHost: Niamh MoynihanCo-Producer: Tricia BradyMusic: The Dagenham Yanks