

Work + Life Harmony | Time Management, Organization and Planning for Overwhelmed Women
Megan Sumrell: Time Management and Productivity Coach
You wake up with a plan. By 10 AM, it's completely off the rails. By bedtime, you're mentally running through everything you didn't get to and wondering how tomorrow will be any different.Work + Life Harmony is the weekly podcast that teaches women a completely different approach to time management, weekly planning, and productivity.Hosted by Megan Sumrell, a time management expert with 20+ years in systems and planning, this show will change the way you think about your calendar, your to-do list, and how you spend your time.Megan covers everything from weekly planning strategies and daily routines to goal setting, organization, and how to handle the curveballs that throw your whole week off. Her approach was built specifically for women managing work, family, and the million things in between, not recycled advice from productivity systems designed for someone else's life.If you've been stuck in the cycle of overwhelm, guilt, and never-ending to-do lists, start here. New episodes every week.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Aug 9, 2022 • 21min
5 Simple Things You Should Do Every Sunday with Toni-Ann
Finding a Sunday routine that sets you up for success is HUGE for busy moms! We all want to learn how to stop feeling overwhelmed and finally crack the code on how to get organized without sacrificing our weekends — and that’s exactly what today’s guest is here to help us do with five simple steps. When was the last time you Googled phrases like “how to stop feeling overwhelmed on Monday” or “Sunday routine for busy moms”?Look, I get it! Figuring out how to get organized and feel prepared for the week ahead — without sucking all of the joy AND free time out of your weekend — can be challenging.That’s why Toni-Ann Mayembe of Real Happy Mom is here to share a quick and easy Sunday routine that will set you up for a successful week in just five simple steps.By the end of this conversation, you will learn:A manageable Sunday routine that will get you ready for the week aheadThe way weekly planning factors into Toni-Ann’s stepsHow to get organized with everything from your clothes to your meals to your devicesAlso, be sure to follow Toni-Ann on Instagram @realhappymom for even more tips and systems tailor-made for busy moms!Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Aug 2, 2022 • 17min
How transitions affect productivity
Transitions — we make them all day, every day, but how much attention do we give them? In this episode, I’m exploring how purposeful transitions can increase your productivity and stop you from feeling overwhelmed and irritable. PLUS, I’m sharing the six words that have been a game-changer for me!Have you noticed that even with intentional weekly planning, you’ve been feeling overwhelmed and irritable?This is exactly where I found myself until a recent vacation with my daughter when I discovered a single, six-word question that gave me a whole new lens for considering how I go through my days.In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about transitions and how they affect our productivity and our overall work-life harmony!By the end of this episode, you will learn:The one question that reshaped my thoughts about transitionsHow to increase your productivity and decrease your irritabilityWhy asking yourself this question throughout your day will help you stop feeling overwhelmedLike what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jul 26, 2022 • 18min
Megan's Favorite Planning Supplies
When I sit down to do my weekly planning, there are several tools I use, but five specific planning supplies that I just can’t plan without. Today, I’m revealing the absolute essentials for this paper planner lover. PLUS, I’m sharing why you should check them out, too!As you settle in for your weekly planning session, what are your must-have items?When it comes to using a paper planner, there are a LOT of planning supplies and resources to choose from.In this episode, I’m giving a behind-the-scenes look at the five tools that I always have on hand and why they are key to making my plans work so well!By the end of this episode, you will learn:How my paper planner — the TOP Planner — functions as my command center each weekThe physical and digital planning supplies I always have nearby when it comes time for my weekly planningOne item that has been a true game-changer for meReady to make the most of these planning supplies in your own life? Snag your TOP Planner, my favorite erasable pens, and my Trello course now! Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jul 19, 2022 • 45min
Finding Harmony and Saving Time in Your Closet with Mary Nidiffer
Wanting to find your style and feel confident in your clothes is NOT shallow. It’s a beautiful way to care for yourself and find harmony in your life. Today, style guru Mary Nidiffer shares how to stop feeling overwhelmed when it comes to your closet and the best tips to save time getting dressed!When you open your closet in the morning, how do you feel? Excited? Overwhelmed? Lost?If the clothes staring back at you leave you feeling frustrated or like you’ll never feel confident and find your style, today’s guest is here to help!Style expert Mary Nidiffer is the queen of helping women learn how to stop feeling overwhelmed and, instead, find harmony, peace, and joy when it comes to their closets. Plus, she’s the BEST at giving intentional tips to save time while doing it!By the end of this conversation, you will learn:Game-changing tips to save time when it comes to your wardrobe How to stop feeling overwhelmed about shopping and choose the best clothes for youThe way to find your style and feel fantasticThen, after listening, if you’re ready to dive deeper and get the support you deserve when it comes to your clothes and how you feel while wearing them, check out StyleFinder.Also, be sure to follow Mary on Instagram @stylebymarymichele for even more closet inspiration.Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. ________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jul 12, 2022 • 16min
Why I Love Pink
Why do I love the color pink so much? If you’ve ever wondered this, today’s episode is giving you the inside scoop on the reasons pink means so much to me and my business, The PINK Bee. Plus, I share how the color pink is tied to passion and what it has to do with you creating work + life harmony!What does the color pink mean to you?I was recently asked about my obsession with pink and why I love it SO much that I even named my business “The Pink Bee” and filled my branding with shades of pink!So, today, I’m diving into my deep love of pink and what it has to do with my mission to share how women everywhere can create work + life harmony.By the end of this episode, you will learn:What the color pink symbolizes for meWhy the concept of passion is tied to the color pink How I challenged my desire to be professional, successful, and passionate into creating The Pink Bee and its mission to spread work + life harmonyLike what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jul 5, 2022 • 21min
3 Things Every Paper Planner User Needs to Know
When it comes to choosing a paper planner, there are a lot of factors to consider! This week, I dive into what your top priorities should be when choosing a new paper planner. Plus, I’m sharing what these things mean for your weekly planning.Are you team paper planner or team digital planner?If you’re a paper planner lover, this week’s episode is definitely for you!I’m spelling out the top 3 priorities you need to take into account when choosing your planner to boost your productivity and ensure successful weekly planning.By the end of this episode, you will learn:The one true purpose of your paper plannerHow your planner’s layout, size, and binding factor into your weekly planningThe pros and cons of dated versus undated planners Then, if you’re ready to learn more about the best paper planner around — complete with the #1 planning system for women — check out the TOP Planner.Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jun 28, 2022 • 28min
How to make meaningful income in a small amount of time with Martha Krejci
Mompreneurs, if you’re at a place in life where you desire to create meaningful income but are worried about time, this episode is for you! Tune in as I talk with marketing expert and powerhouse Martha Krejci about how to start affiliate marketing WITHOUT feeling overwhelmed.Have you been searching for a way to make extra money, but are feeling overwhelmed about the amount of time you have to devote to it?As a mompreneur, you know that your time is precious, and today, I want to offer you a new way to approach making the most of it.I’m talking with THE affiliate marketing expert, Martha Krejci, who shares her incredible knowledge on how to start affiliate marketing within a limited amount of time and in a way that feels good to you.By the end of this conversation, you will learn:What exactly affiliate marketing is and why it can help you make meaningful income as a mompreneurThe way to stop feeling overwhelmed and avoid all of the skeezy people in the affiliate marketing space How to start affiliate marketing the right way and begin choosing who you want to be an affiliate forIf by the end of this episode, you’re ready to dive deeper into affiliate marketing, head to Martha’s signature program, The Affiliate University.Also, be sure to follow her on Instagram @themarthakrejci.Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. ________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jun 21, 2022 • 15min
Co-Planning Tips in Honor of Father's Day
I spend most of my time talking about monthly and weekly planning from a singular perspective. But, in honor of Father's Day, I want to share a few strategies for co-planning with your spouse or significant other to create more life harmony. PLUS, I’m giving you some family planning tips as well!What is your current strategy for co-planning with your partner or spouse?If your answer was, “What co-planning strategy?”, don’t worry! You’re not alone in your desire to do your monthly and weekly planning solo.However, today, I want to share with you my best planning tips for working with your spouse, significant other, or family to make sure everyone is on the same page with the plans in your home.By the end of this episode, you will learn:The five co-planning tips and strategies we use in our homeHow to stop being the planning ringleader (and why you will actually want to do this)The way your singular weekly planning factors into weekly reviews, monthly reviews, and annual planning with your familyLike what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jun 14, 2022 • 16min
Time Management Tips for Moms Over Summer Break
When summer finally arrives, it’s easy for your routines and weekly planning to start slipping. But there is a way to create a routine for the break that still allows for flexibility and will save your sanity during these months! Tune in for my top 5 time management tips for moms over summer break.How quickly have you gone from wishing for summer break to counting down the days until school starts and you can create a routine again?Just because your kids are home doesn’t mean you have to throw all routines and weekly planning out the window!In today's episode, I am going to share my top 5 time management tips to help you navigate the summer and not lose your mind.By the end of this episode, you will learn:What A Days and B Days are — and how combining them with my other time management tips will be a game-changer for youHow to create a routine for your morning, afternoon, and evening that’s flexible for your familyWhy it’s crucial to NOT abandon your weekly planning (even when school is out)Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell

Jun 7, 2022 • 20min
Going Paperless with Abby Lawson
If going paperless is something you’ve considered, but you’ve been feeling overwhelmed about how to make it happen, this conversation is 100% for you! The amazing Abby Lawson has been a game-changer in my own paper-free journey, and she’s here to give you the organization tips you need to go paperless, too.When was the last time you thought about how incredible it would be to finally start going paperless?It sounds fantastic in theory, but what if just thinking about everything needed to get there leaves you feeling overwhelmed?I’ve been there! And that’s why, today, I’m chatting with Abby Lawson of Abby Organizes to get all of the organization tips you need to go paperless without the stress.By the end of this conversation, you will learn:Why going paperless will truly change your lifeHow I went from feeling overwhelmed about becoming paper-free to super excitedThe practical organization tips you need to go paperless using Evernote and other simple tools (even if you’re not tech-savvy!)If by the end you’re ready to dip your toes in the water of becoming paper-free, check out Abby’s FREE resource to help you get started with Evernote.Then, when you’re ready to dive deeper, head to Paperless Made Simple for more help conquering your paper clutter and fully making the switch to digital.Also, be sure to follow Ashley on Instagram @abbyorganizes for even more advice and inspiration.Like what you heard here?I’d be honored and grateful if you would head over to iTunes to leave a review and let other female entrepreneurs know what you learned! While you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.________________________________💻 Free TrainingOverwhelmed? Frazzled? Tired of your calendar controlling you? You’re in the right place. Sign up for my free, on-demand training and learn how to take control of your time—no matter what life throws at you. 👉 https://www.megansumrell.com/freetraining________________________________📱 Get The Pink Bee AppAccess planning tools, trainings, and support all in one place. 👉 https://www.onelink.to/qxdcwu________________________________Thanks for tuning in!Megan 🩷🐝www.megansumrell.comwww.instagram.com/megansumrellwww.youtube.com/@the_pink_beewww.facebook.com/megansumrell


