Being Better Everyday Podcast

12 \\ Two Working Moms Chat about Busy Schedules, Routines, Time Management & Living Better Everyday | Conversation with My Best Friend Jen & Corporate Mom of 3

In this episode of the Being Better Everyday podcast, I bring on my bestie/sister-in-law to have a candid conversation about being a working mom that is in the season of kids in school, sports, activities, church, and more. There are many days where I am in awe of all Jen does and manages in her career, family, and home. 
We talk about how she manages schedules, organization of her calendar, being on the go to and from activities, and what she prioritizes to make sure she is taking care of herself as a professional, mom, and wife. Jen often gets asked “how she does it all” and in this episode we share things that have been helpful for her like setting boundaries, outsourcing, and more! 
If you enjoyed this episode, share it with another mom that is juggling it all, we all need to connect to one another as we are carrying a lot in the day to day! Make sure to leave a rating and review too! 
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Episode Outline:
The Kids' Activities and Commitments (00:01:55) 
Making Decisions About What to Say Yes or No To (00:04:03) 
Setting Up the Schedule for the Week (00:07:21) 
Morning Routine and Getting Kids Ready for School (00:10:55) 
Managing Work Schedule and Family Responsibilities (00:12:46) 
Organizing School Activities and Communication (00:16:00) 
The Non-Negotiables (00:19:06) 
Managing Sleep and Relaxation (00:20:18) 
Balancing Commitments and Saying No (00:22:03) 
Outsourcing Household Chores (00:28:06)
Using Human Design to Navigate Family Dynamics (00:29:54)
Referenced Resources: 
Lauren Francois Human Design Expert

11 \\ October Recap & Chat: Parenting, Fall Activities, Anxiety, Therapy, Health Changes, Reading Recommendations, & More!

In this episode of the Being Better Everyday Podcast, I am bringing to you a recap of my month. This is where I chat & reflect on the prior month and this helps me make sure I am being intentionally productive with how I am spending my time. If you want to live in alignment with your priorities you have to have checks and balances of how you are spending your time and a monthly reflection can be an activity that grounds you in gratitude for all the special moments. I am sharing with you my special moments, disappointments, moments of overwhelm, books I have read, health update, and more. 
I hope you are enjoying your fall doing fun activities and if anything stuck out to you in this episode please come to my instagram and chat with me about it! 
 
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Referenced Resources: 
Chat Books 
Book Lovers - Emily Henry
It Happened One Summer & Hook, Line, & Sinker - Tessa Bailey
Caught Up - Liz Tomforde
Episode Outline: 
Canceled Trip to Canada [00:01:56] 
Monthly Reflection Through Photos [00:02:56] 
New Therapist - ART, RRT[00:05:55] 
Activity Sign Up Frustration [00:08:52] 
Health Journey and Dietary Changes [00:10:45] 
Reading Recommendations [00:12:26]

10 \\ Building a Business on the Weekends: What it Looks Like to Have a Side Hustle & Enjoy Family Time

In this episode of the Being Better Everyday Podcast I am going to share my experience and strategy with making a full time career in the corporate world & a side hustle work with how I efficiently time block my weekends.
I have had side hustles for many years, everything from Network Marketing & furniture flipping to now branding design work, content creation, and creating custom planners. I have used both evenings and weekends to maximize momentum in my business and in this episode I outline exactly the daily routines, which involves carefully scheduled work blocks and family time, as well as prioritizing rest
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Episode Outline: 
Building a Business While Juggling Responsibilities [00:01:04] 
Side Hustles and Prioritizing Rest [00:03:22] 
Work Block on Weekends [00:08:57] 
Morning Work Block [00:11:19] 
Midday Work Block [00:12:18] 
Sunday Work Block [00:13:19]

9 \\ Sunday Reset: 5 Steps for a Working Mom to Start Your Week Feeling Prepared & Productive

In this Being Better Everyday podcast episode, host Julie Wenzlick shares the importance of conducting a weekly Sunday reset to set yourself up for success and ensure a productive week. With all that you have on your plate being a working mom doing these things can be the cornerstone to having a solid foundation of peace before starting your work week.
Julie shares five key things that she includes in her Sunday reset routine: meal planning and prepping, communication and planning with your partner, scheduling time for self-care activities, intentional movement, and making time to take care of your home to reset your space. There are a lot of benefits to this Sunday reset including saving time & money, reducing overwhelm, and improving mental health. 
Try these habits out and let Julie know how it impacts your week! 
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Episode Outline: 
Meal Planning and Meal Prepping [00:01:13] 
Time Blocking and Schedule Planning [00:09:06] 
Announcement: Launch of 2024 Planner Line [00:08:05] 
Scheduling Time for Yourself [00:09:55] 
Importance of Movement [00:10:59] 
Resetting Your Home [00:13:50]

8 \\ Being Better Everyday in Marriage: 10 Lessons Learned in 10 Years of Marriage | Conversation on Our Anniversary Trip with My Husband

In this episode of the Being Better Everyday podcast, host Julie Wenzlick brings her husband, Matt onto the show to talk about 10 lessons they have learned in their 10 years of marriage. This audio is from an on the go conversation on their anniversary trip in the car driving through California. Julie and Matt want this episode to help you in being better everyday in your marriage and be intentional about growing together in life even as parents, professionals, business owners, and opposites. 
 
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Episode Outline: 
History of Our Relationship [00:01:06] 
Lessons Learned from Wedding Investments [00:04:33] 
Making Intentional Time Together [00:08:50] 
Growth and Change [00:11:09] 
Differences in Beliefs [00:12:44] 
Communication and Mediation [00:16:54] 
Pace of Our Life [00:22:11] 
Marriage Dynamics with Conventional and Unconventional Jobs [00:26:54]

7 \\ September Recap & Chat | Toddler Tales, Trip with My Husband, Struggles with Anxiety, Questions I Ask Myself Each Month, Business & Life Update, and more!

In this podcast episode, Julie Wenzlick, host of the Being Better Everyday podcast, shares her experiences as a mom and reflects on the past month. She shares her reflection of September and current obsessions making this episode a fun behind the scenes look at the life of a corporate professional, working mom, and small business entrepreneur.
Questions to Reflect on Each Month: 
How are my family relationships?
What brought me joy?
How did I grow?
How did my business do?
What was hard? What can you do to support that hard?
What am I loving/obsessed with?
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Kristin Ess - Curl Cream
Peach & Glowy Veil Mist
Courage Clay 
Episode Outline:
Toddler Tales [00:01:08] 
Marriage and Trips [00:06:13] 
How Did I Grow Personally this Month? [00:10:20] 
Working with a Functional Medicine Doctor [00:11:38]
How Did My Business Do? [00:13:41] 
The Launch of the Better Everyday To-Do Planner Pad [00:21:58]

6 \\ Setting Boundaries: Strategies for Finding Balance and Managing Work-Life in Corporate America | A Conversation with Two Millennial Working Moms

In this Being Better Everyday podcast episode, Julie Wenzlick and Lauren discuss the challenges of setting boundaries and managing work-life balance in corporate America. They share personal experiences and strategies for managing calendars, prioritizing self-care, and maintaining boundaries in their careers. Julie emphasizes the need for boundaries to stay grounded and present in life, while Lauren shares her strategies for managing her calendar and prioritizing non-negotiable appointments. 
They also discuss the importance of self-care, finding a career path that allows for autonomy, and advocating for oneself. They highlight the need to disconnect from work during vacations and communicate boundaries to colleagues and clients. Overall, they emphasize the importance of prioritizing personal time and mental health in the corporate world.
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Episode Outline: 
Setting Boundaries in Corporate America [00:00:51] 
Managing Calendars and Workflows [00:05:41] 
Managing Workload and Taking Breaks [00:09:47]
Setting Boundaries with Workload [00:10:37] 
Personal Boundaries and Communication [00:11:45] 
Setting Boundaries and Autonomy [00:19:20] 
Sharing Personal Challenges with Leaders [00:21:21] 
Saying No and Prioritizing [00:23:09] 
Advocating for Self [00:28:44] 
Setting Boundaries with Communication [00:30:46] 
Boundaries with Vacations [00:35:44] 
Setting Boundaries and Disconnecting [00:38:50] 
Finding Relaxation and Shutting the Brain [00:39:40] 
Personal Boundaries and Mental Health [00:42:40]

5 \\ Time Management: How to Organize Your Week & Plan Your Schedule Using Time Blocking

Time blocking and planning ahead are tools, not chains. 
 
In this Being Better Everyday podcast episode, Julie Wenzlick dives into the concept of time blocking and how it can totally benefit you regardless of your season of life. She breaks it down for us, explaining how time blocking is all about visualizing your week or day to make sure you're focusing on what's most important. 
 
Julie shares her own time blocking routine as a corporate working mom with a side hustle. She stresses the importance of scheduling those life admin tasks and finding that sweet spot between work, family, and personal life. 
So, if you're looking for a flexible tool to bring some structure, organization, and peace of mind into your life, time blocking will be beneficial to start implementing right away!
Referenced Resources: 
Time Blocking Guide
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Episode Outline: 
Time Blocking Benefits [00:01:06] 
Time Blocking for Busy Professionals and Business Owners [00:02:58] 
Time Blocking and Scheduling [00:10:06] 
Time Blocking with Variable Schedule [00:11:59]

4 \\ 5 Systems for Your Home, Family, Finances, Work & Wellness to be Better Everyday

In this podcast episode, Julie Wenzlick, host of the Being Better Everyday Podcast and founder of PW Designs, discusses the importance of systems for working moms. 
She emphasizes the need for nimble systems that can adapt to daily life challenges. Julie defines routines, habits, and systems, explaining that systems provide organization and structure to support habits and routines. She believes that systems are essential for creating a peaceful and productive life, helping manage chaos and prioritize rest. Julie discusses systems in the home, finances, work/business, and wellness while sharing personal examples and recommendations. 
 
Homework: She encourages you to audit your own systems and create intentional routines for an organized and productive life.
 
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Episode Outline: 
Why systems matter [00:03:08] Exploration of the benefits of implementing systems, including increased productivity, time management, and the ability to prioritize what is important.
Systems in the home [00:05:11] Discussion on the importance of organizing and maintaining a well-structured home, including examples of systems such as daily tidy 15, organization bins, and cleaning routines.
Drop Zone Dilemma [00:09:07] Designating "plop zones" for mail and school papers, creating routines and systems for organization.
Financial Systems [00:11:00] Implementing financial systems, budgeting, monthly finance talks, and automatic savings and investing.
Tackle Your Inbox [00:14:07] Managing email with folders and a zero inbox policy, prioritizing daily focus three, and efficient content management systems.
Health and Fitness Systems [00:18:22] Discussion on the importance of systems in health and fitness, including habits, routines, and planning workouts and meals.
Implementing Systems for Personal Habits [00:19:27] Examples of implementing systems for personal habits, such as taking medication and vitamins, and planning out workouts and meal planning.
Family Systems [00:22:01] Exploration of family systems, including date nights, scheduling with babysitters, and managing school schedules and chores.

3 \\ 5 Reasons Your Planner Isn’t Working & How to Fix Them | The Planner Makeover: Transforming Chaos into Clarity, One Page at a Time

In this podcast episode, Julie Wenzlick, host of the Being Better Everyday podcast, discusses the importance of building a planner that suits your specific needs and lifestyle. She has been creating custom planners for herself and clients and today she introduces her custom planner service, which allows you to tailor your planner to your unique needs. 
She also addresses the issue of not having enough time to use a planner effectively and suggests strategies such as spending an hour to create a rough plan for the week and taking just ten minutes each day to confirm tasks. Julie emphasizes the value of brain dumping and categorizing tasks to avoid feeling overwhelmed. She also provides little hacks like using disc planners and friction-free erasable pens. In this episode, Julie identifies five issues that can affect planner consistency and encourages listeners to customize their planners, simplify routines, and make time for planning.
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Episode Outline: 
Reasons Your Planner Might Not Be Working [00:01:24] Discussion on why planners may not be effective and how to fix common issues.
Customizing Your Planner [00:03:12] Importance of tailoring your planner to your specific needs and preferences.
Brain Dumping for Productivity [00:07:21] The benefits of brain dumping and organizing tasks into categories for better time management.
The Brain Dump and Categorization [00:10:23] Julie discusses the importance of categorizing tasks and using brain dump lists to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Scheduling Time to Plan [00:13:24] Julie emphasizes the need to schedule time for planning and creating intentions, and shares her own preferred time for planning.