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  • 🦃What You Did This Year Was Enough: A Thanksgiving Reflection for Leaders

    🦃What You Did This Year Was Enough: A Thanksgiving Reflection for Leaders
    Nov 24 2025
    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 practice focused on gratitude, accomplishment, and self-compassion. You’ll walk through her Year-End Accomplishments & Gratitudes Worksheet (Join Our Free Podcast Community for Professionals to get it!) and learn how to recognize the professional and personal wins you’ve likely overlooked. This episode blends emotional grounding with practical reflection as Kayla shares real examples from her own year—leadership achievements, personal milestones, moments of gratitude, and what she’s intentionally letting go of before 2026. Plus, don’t miss Kayla’s Black Friday Sale, happening now through Sunday at 11:59 PM: ✨ 30% off all podcast merch automatically applied at check-out ✨ 30% off all digital and physical products automatically applied at check-out Here's the link to shop: Products — Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt And—exciting news—the next Organized Leader Sprint opens for enrollment on December 1st, with the 4-week live sprint running January 13–February 3, 2026. Join the waitlist at https://www.kfaconsulting.org/sprint for early notifications and bonuses! 💡 Key Takeaway: You’ve grown, accomplished, and carried more than you realize—and you are already enough. 📣 Get the free worksheet: Inside the Get Organized at Work Podcast Community. 🦃 Happy Thanksgiving — and thank you for being here. :) Mentioned: Year-End Accomplishments & Gratitudes Worksheet (Join Our Free Podcast Community for Professionals to get it!) The Aqua Runner - My Joy Projected YouTube Channel. Check it out! Keywords: leadership gratitude, Thanksgiving leadership message, leadership reflection, year-end reflection for leaders, leadership mindfulness, enoughness in leadership, leadership clarity, slow down as a leader, recognizing accomplishments, personal development for leaders, mindful leadership practices, leadership growth Consistency & Realistic Leadership Series Episodes: Week 1: Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations Week 2: The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go Week 3: You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader Week 4: How Real Leaders Reset Expectations: Boundaries, Balance, and Credibility at Work Week 5: Leadership Mindfulness 101: The Power of Pause and Why Slowing Down Speeds Up Success Week 6: What You Did This Year Was Enough: A Thanksgiving Reflection for Leaders HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Apple Podcasts Show Link🛒Shop My Amazon Storefront📒📘☕Grab Podcast Branded Merch: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop RECENT EPISODES: Family Command Center Upgrade: Amazon Echo Show + Google Calendar vs. Skylight (Set-Up, Tips, and Deals)👻🎃10 Spooky Truths About Career Growth (That Might Haunt You if You Ignore Them) - Halloween Episode!The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually WorksConsistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half IronmanBurnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and DelegationHow to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters MostThe Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work PodcastWhat’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at WorkSoft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic LifeUnplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for LeadersHow to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"How to Get Promoted by Getting Organized: The Real Secrets They Don't Teach YouKaren Read’s Attorneys - What Leadership Skills Can We Learn from Them?🏆20K Downloads! Consistency Wins: Why Rough Drafts are OK & Takeaways from the May ChallengeReflect & Celebrate: How Small Check-Ins Keep You Consistent at Work (Week 4 – May Consistency Challenge)Build Your Leadership Rhythm: 3 Daily Habits That Stick (Week 3 – May Consistency Challenge)Celebrate the Small Wins: How 10 Minutes a Day Builds Real Progress (Week 2 – May Consistency Challenge)Master Your Focus: The One-Thing Rule for ...
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  • 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
    Nov 17 2025
    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 intentional pause moments create space for strategic thinking, reduce reactivity, and help leaders stay aligned with their goals. She draws parallels to healthcare’s “pause for the cause” safety practice, highlights real stories from her own leadership journey, and explains why this season of the year is the perfect time to hit reset. You’ll learn how to build micro-pauses into your day, plan a “CEO of My Career Day” during the slower holiday weeks, and use stillness to regain focus and consistency. Kayla also shares insights from her clients inside The Organized Leader Sprint, where leaders use the pause to reclaim time, protect energy, and lead with intention. 💡 Key takeaway: Stillness creates clarity — and clarity fuels consistent leadership. 📣 Join us: Come inside the free community for the Weekly Reset Check-In. ⏳ Next Sprint: Enrollment for The Organized Leader Sprint opens December 1st. The 4-week live sprint runs January 13 – February 3, 2026. Join the waitlist at https://www.KFAconsulting.org/sprint Keywords: how to slow down as a leader, leadership mindfulness, mindful leadership skills, leadership presence, slowing down to speed up, go slow to go fast leadership, leadership reflection, leadership boundaries, how leaders manage stress, decision-making for leaders. leadership reset, organizational clarity .leadership pause, productivity for leaders Resources Mentioned: - Digital Leader Standard Workbook (with monthly reflection pages) - Physical Spiral Bound Leader Standard Workbook (with monthly reflection pages) -📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals for weekly check-ins Realistic Leadership Series Episodes: Week 1: Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations Week 2: The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go Week 3: You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader Week 4: How Real Leaders Reset Expectations: Boundaries, Balance, and Credibility at Work Week 5: just now Leadership Mindfulness 101: The Power of Pause and Why Slowing Down Speeds Up Success HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Apple Podcasts Show Link🛒Shop My Amazon Storefront📒📘☕Grab Podcast Branded Merch: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop RECENT EPISODES: Family Command Center Upgrade: Amazon Echo Show + Google Calendar vs. Skylight (Set-Up, Tips, and Deals)👻🎃10 Spooky Truths About Career Growth (That Might Haunt You if You Ignore Them) - Halloween Episode!The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually WorksConsistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half IronmanBurnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and DelegationHow to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters MostThe Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work PodcastWhat’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at WorkSoft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic LifeUnplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for LeadersHow to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"How to Get Promoted by Getting Organized: The Real Secrets They Don't Teach YouKaren Read’s Attorneys - What Leadership Skills Can We Learn from Them?🏆20K Downloads! Consistency Wins: Why Rough Drafts are OK & Takeaways from the May ChallengeReflect & Celebrate: How Small Check-Ins Keep You Consistent at Work (Week 4 – May Consistency Challenge)Build Your Leadership Rhythm: 3 Daily Habits That Stick (Week 3 – May Consistency Challenge)Celebrate the Small Wins: How 10 Minutes a Day Builds Real Progress (Week 2 – May Consistency Challenge)Master Your Focus: The One-Thing Rule for Consistent Progress at Work (Week 1 - May Consistency Challenge)How Your Why Fuels Consistency at Work (and in Leadership) - Sharing MY WHY with YouStuck in the Procrastination Cycle? How to Beat it with Consistency over Perfection!Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is LIVE TODAY! 6 Major ...
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  • How Real Leaders Reset Expectations: Boundaries, Balance, and Credibility at Work

    How Real Leaders Reset Expectations: Boundaries, Balance, and Credibility at Work
    Nov 10 2025
    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 meant to solve, and align your time with what actually drives results. Kayla also walks through her signature Organized Leader Sprint framework, including how to identify the purpose of your role, manage capacity, and communicate boundaries early to protect focus time and energy. Through real-life coaching stories and actionable prompts, you’ll discover how to lead within your limits while maintaining balance, trust, and consistency. 💡 Key takeaway: Leading within your capacity creates credibility. 📣 Call to action: Tag @Kayla Fahey-Ahrndt on LinkedIn with your #LeadershipResetStory and share how you’re redefining expectations this week. Or tell us inside the free podcast community! 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals ✨ Plus: The next Organized Leader Sprint starts January 2026 — join the waitlist to get organized for the new year (enrollment opens December 1st!), set your goals early, and lead with clarity at https://www.kfaconsulting.org/sprint/ Keywords leadership boundaries, managing expectations at work, leadership credibility, realistic leadership, setting boundaries at work, managing workload as a leader, leadership balance, leadership mindset, leadership capacity, time management for leaders, Organized Leader Sprint, leadership development podcast, leadership coaching for professionals Realistic Leadership Series Episodes: Week 1: Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations Week 2: The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go Week 3: You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader Week 4: How Real Leaders Reset Expectations: Boundaries, Balance, and Credibility at Work HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Apple Podcasts Show Link🛒Shop My Amazon Storefront📒📘☕Grab Podcast Branded Merch: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop -- RECENT EPISODES: The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually WorksConsistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half IronmanBurnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and DelegationHow to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters MostThe Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work PodcastWhat’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at WorkSoft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic LifeUnplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for LeadersHow to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"How to Get Promoted by Getting Organized: The Real Secrets They Don't Teach YouKaren Read’s Attorneys - What Leadership Skills Can We Learn from Them?🏆20K Downloads! Consistency Wins: Why Rough Drafts are OK & Takeaways from the May ChallengeReflect & Celebrate: How Small Check-Ins Keep You Consistent at Work (Week 4 – May Consistency Challenge)Build Your Leadership Rhythm: 3 Daily Habits That Stick (Week 3 – May Consistency Challenge)Celebrate the Small Wins: How 10 Minutes a Day Builds Real Progress (Week 2 – May Consistency Challenge)Master Your Focus: The One-Thing Rule for Consistent Progress at Work (Week 1 - May Consistency Challenge)How Your Why Fuels Consistency at Work (and in Leadership) - Sharing MY WHY with YouStuck in the Procrastination Cycle? How to Beat it with Consistency over Perfection!Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is LIVE TODAY! 6 Major Career Lessons I've LearnedMarch Madness Hacks: 5-Min Tips to Boost Work Productivity (That You Might Not Have Thought Of!)3 Signs You Need Better Organizational Systems at Work - Which One is Holding You Back?Spring Forward - How to Get Organized at Work in 6 Simple StepsHow to Get Promoted at Work: Prove Your Value, Tips for Career AdvancementEfficiency Hacks - How to Be Your Own Project Manager with Asana, ChatGPT, and Bullet JournalsFeeling Stagnant in Your Career? Here’s How to Fall Back in Love with Your WorkUsing My Amazon Productivity Planner: Key Takeaways for Better Time ManagementHow to Get Piles ...
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  • Family Command Center Upgrade: Amazon Echo Show + Google Calendar vs. Skylight (Set-Up, Tips, and Deals)

    Family Command Center Upgrade: Amazon Echo Show + Google Calendar vs. Skylight (Set-Up, Tips, and Deals)
    Nov 3 2025
    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 you already have an Echo Show or you’re eyeing Black Friday deals). You’ll walk away with a copy-and-paste system for workouts, school theme days, daycare schedules, client coaching blocks, holidays, and travel—plus troubleshooting tips to keep everything in sync. We’re also celebrating our Boo Basket winner: Jessica L. 🎉 I’ll DM you in the free podcast community! Don’t listen on Apple? I’ve posted a featured thread in the community where you can leave a review—each month I add new reviewers to a drawing for free podcast merch. Come say hi and tell me how the show helps you! 🔗 Join the FREE podcast community here: https://leadership-unveiled-podcast-community.mn.co/landing?space_id=2638359 🔗Amazon Echo Show 8, With Spatial Audio, Smart Home Hub: https://amzn.to/48TyUVs 🔗Amazon Echo Show 11 (newest model), Vibrant Full-HD 11" display: https://amzn.to/4oEeg0J -FTC Statement: Some of these products are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one if my links, it brings me a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! What you’ll learn: Echo Show vs. Skylight: which is right for your family How to link a shared Google Calendar and display it on the Echo Show widget Color-coding, emoji cues, and simple routines for kids & partners Privacy settings that keep work and home appropriately separate Black Friday buying tips if you’re building a kitchen command center 💡 Quick Checklist — Your Kitchen Command Center ✅ Create a shared “Family” Google Calendar ✅ Connect it to your Echo Show ( Settings → Calendar → Accounts → Google ) ✅ Turn on the Calendar Widget in Home Settings ✅ Color-code by person and add emoji for kids ✅ Add recurring blocks (workouts, school days, coaching calls, travel) ✅ Check Black Friday deals for discount Echo Shows Link Calendar to Alexa Instructions Keywords: Amazon Echo Show calendar, Echo Show Google Calendar, Echo Show calendar widget, family calendar display, shared Google Calendar, Skylight calendar alternative, smart display calendar, family command center, Black Friday tech deals, household organization, working parents productivity, leader standard work at home, color-coded calendar, home routines. HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Apple Podcasts Show Link🛒Shop My Amazon Storefront📒📘☕Grab Podcast Branded Merch: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop -- RECENT EPISODES: The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually WorksConsistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half IronmanBurnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and DelegationHow to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters MostThe Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work PodcastWhat’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at WorkSoft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic LifeUnplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for LeadersHow to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"How to Get Promoted by Getting Organized: The Real Secrets They Don't Teach YouKaren Read’s Attorneys - What Leadership Skills Can We Learn from Them?🏆20K Downloads! Consistency Wins: Why Rough Drafts are OK & Takeaways from the May ChallengeReflect & Celebrate: How Small Check-Ins Keep You Consistent at Work (Week 4 – May Consistency Challenge)Build Your Leadership Rhythm: 3 Daily Habits That Stick (Week 3 – May Consistency Challenge)Celebrate the Small Wins: How 10 Minutes a Day Builds Real Progress (Week 2 – May Consistency Challenge)Master Your Focus: The One-Thing Rule for Consistent Progress at Work (Week 1 - May Consistency Challenge)How Your Why Fuels Consistency at Work (and in Leadership) - Sharing MY WHY with YouStuck in the Procrastination Cycle? How to Beat it with Consistency over Perfection!Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is LIVE TODAY! 6 Major Career Lessons I've LearnedMarch Madness Hacks: 5-Min Tips to Boost Work Productivity (That You Might ...
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  • 👻🎃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!
    Oct 27 2025
    👻🎃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 leader. 👻 From the Vampire of Busyness to the Phantom of Procrastination, you’ll learn how to break free from chaos, reclaim your calendar, and grow your leadership confidence — without letting burnout creep in. 🍬PLUS — it’s Trick-or-Treat Week inside the Get Organized at Work Podcast Community! 🎃 Kayla is giving away a Boo Basket + GOAW Podcast Merch and YOU can enter the Halloween Giveaway: ⭐️ Leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts 📝 Leave a written review sharing what you love 📺 Subscribe to Kayla’s YouTube channel 📸 Follow @GetOrganizedAtWork on Instagram 👉 Then comment on the contest post inside the free podcast community to confirm entries! This episode is packed with spooky-fun leadership lessons, career confidence boosts, and real systems to help you stop the chaos and get organized at work — for good. 🔗 Join the FREE podcast community here: https://leadership-unveiled-podcast-community.mn.co/landing?space_id=2638359 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sCpXk9t2X9E If you’re a busy professional, emerging leader, healthcare leader, or working mom who wants to be more proactive and organized — this Halloween episode will give you chills and clarity. HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Apple Podcasts Show Link🛒Shop My Amazon Storefront📒📘☕Grab Podcast Branded Merch: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop -- RECENT EPISODES: The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually WorksConsistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half IronmanBurnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and DelegationHow to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters MostThe Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work PodcastWhat’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at WorkSoft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic LifeUnplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for LeadersHow to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"How to Get Promoted by Getting Organized: The Real Secrets They Don't Teach YouKaren Read’s Attorneys - What Leadership Skills Can We Learn from Them?🏆20K Downloads! Consistency Wins: Why Rough Drafts are OK & Takeaways from the May ChallengeReflect & Celebrate: How Small Check-Ins Keep You Consistent at Work (Week 4 – May Consistency Challenge)Build Your Leadership Rhythm: 3 Daily Habits That Stick (Week 3 – May Consistency Challenge)Celebrate the Small Wins: How 10 Minutes a Day Builds Real Progress (Week 2 – May Consistency Challenge)Master Your Focus: The One-Thing Rule for Consistent Progress at Work (Week 1 - May Consistency Challenge)How Your Why Fuels Consistency at Work (and in Leadership) - Sharing MY WHY with YouStuck in the Procrastination Cycle? How to Beat it with Consistency over Perfection!Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is LIVE TODAY! 6 Major Career Lessons I've LearnedMarch Madness Hacks: 5-Min Tips to Boost Work Productivity (That You Might Not Have Thought Of!)3 Signs You Need Better Organizational Systems at Work - Which One is Holding You Back?Spring Forward - How to Get Organized at Work in 6 Simple StepsHow to Get Promoted at Work: Prove Your Value, Tips for Career AdvancementEfficiency Hacks - How to Be Your Own Project Manager with Asana, ChatGPT, and Bullet JournalsFeeling Stagnant in Your Career? Here’s How to Fall Back in Love with Your WorkUsing My Amazon Productivity Planner: Key Takeaways for Better Time ManagementHow to Get Piles Off Your Desk: Organizing Your Paperwork & Digital FilesThinking Bigger: How Leaders Can Drive Culture Change & InnovationWhy Your To-Do List is Failing You: Why Leader Standard Work is the Ultimate Solution for Getting Organized at WorkBuild Your Personal Brand at Work: Tips for Standing Out and Thriving with 16Personalities CONNECT WITH KAYLA: 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals 🗞Get My Newsletter Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylafaheyahrndt/ Follow ...
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  • 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
    Oct 20 2025
    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 goals, your leadership goals, and your organization’s goals. Kayla reveals the difference between being productive and being purposeful, how to apply her 50% or less in meetings rule, and how her client Kim found clarity and calm through proactive scheduling. 💡 Key Takeaway: Productivity ≠ Purpose. You don’t need more hours — you need better alignment. ✨ Don’t forget to download your free Realistic Leadership Reflection Guide inside the Get Organized at Work Community App to map what truly matters this week. 🎯 Ready to take action? Join The Organized Leader Sprint Lite — the self-paced version of Kayla’s leadership system that helps you move from reactive to proactive leadership. 👉 Learn more at www.kfaconsulting.org/sprintlite. Realistic Leadership Series Episodes: Week 1: Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations Week 2: The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go Week 3: You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader KEYWORDS purpose driven leader, stop hustle culture, how to work smarter as a leader, productivity vs purpose, leadership mindset, proactive leadership, realistic expectations at work, time management for leaders, people development, organized leader sprint, realistic leadership reflection guide, leader standard work, capacity management HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Apple Podcasts Show LinkBuy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/GetOrganizedAtWorkPodcast📒📘☕Grab Podcast Branded Merch: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop -- RECENT EPISODES: The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually WorksConsistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half IronmanBurnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and DelegationHow to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters MostThe Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work PodcastWhat’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at WorkSoft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic LifeUnplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for LeadersHow to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"How to Get Promoted by Getting Organized: The Real Secrets They Don't Teach YouKaren Read’s Attorneys - What Leadership Skills Can We Learn from Them?🏆20K Downloads! Consistency Wins: Why Rough Drafts are OK & Takeaways from the May ChallengeReflect & Celebrate: How Small Check-Ins Keep You Consistent at Work (Week 4 – May Consistency Challenge)Build Your Leadership Rhythm: 3 Daily Habits That Stick (Week 3 – May Consistency Challenge)Celebrate the Small Wins: How 10 Minutes a Day Builds Real Progress (Week 2 – May Consistency Challenge)Master Your Focus: The One-Thing Rule for Consistent Progress at Work (Week 1 - May Consistency Challenge)How Your Why Fuels Consistency at Work (and in Leadership) - Sharing MY WHY with YouStuck in the Procrastination Cycle? How to Beat it with Consistency over Perfection!Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is LIVE TODAY! 6 Major Career Lessons I've LearnedMarch Madness Hacks: 5-Min Tips to Boost Work Productivity (That You Might Not Have Thought Of!)3 Signs You Need Better Organizational Systems at Work - Which One is Holding You Back?Spring Forward - How to Get Organized at Work in 6 Simple StepsHow to Get Promoted at Work: Prove Your Value, Tips for Career AdvancementEfficiency Hacks - How to Be Your Own Project Manager with Asana, ChatGPT, and Bullet JournalsFeeling Stagnant in Your Career? Here’s How to Fall Back in Love with Your WorkUsing My Amazon Productivity Planner: Key Takeaways for Better Time ManagementHow to Get Piles Off Your Desk: Organizing Your Paperwork & Digital FilesThinking Bigger: How Leaders Can Drive Culture Change & InnovationWhy Your To-Do List is Failing You: Why Leader Standard Work is the Ultimate Solution for Getting Organized at WorkBuild Your Personal Brand at Work: Tips for Standing Out and ...
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  • 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
    Oct 13 2025
    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 resting, overcommitting, and tying your worth to productivity—and how to break the “pressure cycle” that keeps high-achievers stuck. Kayla shares practical mindset shifts that help self-aware leaders lead with clarity instead of guilt. You’ll also get this week’s reflection prompt: “What’s one ‘should’ I can release this week?”—and a reminder to download your free Realistic Leadership Reflection Journal inside the Get Organized at Work Community App. ✨ Missed the live Sprint? Don’t worry—get access to The Organized Leader Sprint Lite, a self-paced version of Kayla’s signature program that helps you move from reactive to proactive leadership on your own time. Learn more at www.kfaconsulting.org/sprintlite. Realistic Leadership Series Episodes: Week 1: Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations Week 2: The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go Week 3: You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader Keywords: get organized at work, realistic expectations at work, signs of unrealistic expectations, people pleasing at work, leadership mindset, stop being hard on yourself, self-aware leaders, productivity guilt, leadership boundaries, proactive leadership, capacity-based planning, organized leader sprint, realistic leadership journal HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Apple Podcasts Show Link🛒Shop My Amazon Storefront📒📘☕Grab Podcast Branded Merch: Check out our Get Organized at Work Podcast Shop -- RECENT EPISODES: The Consistency Blueprint: Why Leader Standard Work Actually WorksConsistency Wins: Leadership Lessons from a Half IronmanBurnout-Free This Fall: How to Stay Consistent Without Losing Balance with Automations, Templates, and DelegationHow to Build Consistent Work Rhythms That Survive Even Your Worst Day (🎉Merch is Here!)The 80/20 of Work Systems: What Actually Matters MostThe Hidden Costs of Inconsistency at Work (& How Can I Show Up More Consistently at Work?)Why You Don’t Need to Organize Your Email or Notes (and What to Do Instead)7 Game-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned from Hosting the Get Organized at Work PodcastWhat’s Stopping You? The Career You’d Choose If Fear Wasn’t a Factor - Reclaim Your Fulfillment at WorkSoft Life Systems: Organizing Your Work for a Less Hectic LifeUnplug to Recharge: Smart Summer Scheduling for LeadersHow to Ask For Help at Work WITHOUT Saying "I'm So Busy"How to Get Promoted by Getting Organized: The Real Secrets They Don't Teach YouKaren Read’s Attorneys - What Leadership Skills Can We Learn from Them?🏆20K Downloads! Consistency Wins: Why Rough Drafts are OK & Takeaways from the May ChallengeReflect & Celebrate: How Small Check-Ins Keep You Consistent at Work (Week 4 – May Consistency Challenge)Build Your Leadership Rhythm: 3 Daily Habits That Stick (Week 3 – May Consistency Challenge)Celebrate the Small Wins: How 10 Minutes a Day Builds Real Progress (Week 2 – May Consistency Challenge)Master Your Focus: The One-Thing Rule for Consistent Progress at Work (Week 1 - May Consistency Challenge)How Your Why Fuels Consistency at Work (and in Leadership) - Sharing MY WHY with YouStuck in the Procrastination Cycle? How to Beat it with Consistency over Perfection!Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course is LIVE TODAY! 6 Major Career Lessons I've LearnedMarch Madness Hacks: 5-Min Tips to Boost Work Productivity (That You Might Not Have Thought Of!)3 Signs You Need Better Organizational Systems at Work - Which One is Holding You Back?Spring Forward - How to Get Organized at Work in 6 Simple StepsHow to Get Promoted at Work: Prove Your Value, Tips for Career AdvancementEfficiency Hacks - How to Be Your Own Project Manager with Asana, ChatGPT, and Bullet JournalsFeeling Stagnant in Your Career? Here’s How to Fall Back in Love with Your WorkUsing My Amazon Productivity Planner: Key Takeaways for Better Time ManagementHow to Get Piles Off Your Desk: Organizing Your Paperwork & Digital FilesThinking Bigger: How Leaders Can Drive Culture Change & InnovationWhy Your To-Do List is Failing You: Why Leader Standard Work is the Ultimate Solution for Getting Organized at WorkBuild Your Personal Brand at Work: Tips for Standing Out and Thriving with 16Personalities CONNECT WITH KAYLA: 📱Join My ...
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  • Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations

    Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations
    Oct 6 2025
    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, realistic expectations, and proactive systems to lead without burnout. Kayla opens up about her own journey from overcommitted college student to healthcare leader and entrepreneur, revealing how capacity, seasons, and energy all shape success. You’ll learn how to stop being hard on yourself, embrace realistic productivity, and plan your work with purpose. Plus, grab Kayla’s free Realistic Leadership Reflection Journal inside the Get Organized at Work Podcast Community App, and join The Organized Leader Sprint (just 4 spots left!) to build your personalized leadership system. Bonuses expire Tuesday, October 7 — visit www.kfaconsulting.org/sprint for details and the kickoff replay. Realistic Leadership Series Episodes: Week 1: Redefining Your Best: How Self-Aware Leaders Build Realistic Expectations Week 2: The Hidden Cost of Unrealistic Expectations for Leaders & 3 Mindset Shifts to Let Go Week 3: You Don’t Have to Hustle to Be a Great Leader: How to be a Purpose Driven Leader Keywords realistic expectations at work, leadership mindset, self-aware leaders, productivity guilt, how to stop being hard on yourself, leadership reflection journal, organized leader sprint, capacity-based planning, leadership development podcast --- The Organized Leader Sprint is enrolling now! https://www.kfaconsulting.org/sprint 👉 4 Weeks to Go From Overwhelmed & Firefighting → to Organized, Confident, and Proactive Leadership Finally build the systems and confidence you need to thrive as a leader. If you’re tired of procrastination, micromanaging, and always being reactive, join me for 4 weeks in The Organized Leader Sprint. https://www.kfaconsulting.org/sprint in just 4 weeks, you’ll: Create a personalized Leader Standard Work system that keeps you organized and consistent. Learn how to delegate with confidence (without losing control). Shift from reactive firefighting → proactive, strategic leadership. Build routines that keep you productive, without late nights or constant overwhelm. Walk away with a repeatable playbook you can use for every role, project, and season of leadership. What’s Included in the Sprint: 4 Weeks. Small Group. High Impact. Here’s how it works - We start Tuesday, October 14th Weekly Live Calls with Kayla (60 mins - Tuesdays at 5PM CST & recorded if you miss the live) — Focused on one leadership theme each week (time management, delegation, consistency, communication). Action Templates & Tools — Plug-and-play planners, delegation scripts, and productivity trackers. Accountability Check-ins — Stay consistent with reminders, prompts, and community support. Private Group Access — Share wins, ask questions, and get feedback directly. By the end of 4 weeks, you won’t just know what to do — you’ll have systems built and running. Bonuses Join by October 7th and get these bonuses: Bonus #1: Leader’s Daily Planner (digital $15 value + printable $50 value). Bonus #2: Get Organized at Work Blueprint Course ($372 value) Bonus #3: Quick Win Toolkit — email templates, meeting agendas, and organization hacks. Bonus #4: First 3 signups get a private 30-min coaching session with Kayla. ($97 value) Who It’s For: This Sprint is for you if: You’re a new manager who wants to “succeed without burning out.” You’re an experienced leader who’s “tired of procrastinating and chaos” and wants consistency. You’re an HR, healthcare, nonprofit, or education professional who needs “better time management, delegation, and systems.” You’re ready to “shift from hustle and firefighting → strategy and clarity.” Investment & Guarantee Your Investment: 👉 One-time payment: $397 $497 (for Founding Members - All future Sprints will be priced starting at $497) 👉 Or 2 payments of $220 ENROLL HERE: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/sprint TIMELINE ⚡Enrollment closes Friday, October 10th at 11:59 Central Standard Time or when 5 spots are filled. ⚡Bonuses disappear after Tuesday, October 7th. ⚡First 3 signups get private coaching. Final Call You can keep drowning in sticky notes, procrastinating, and firefighting… Or you can join a group of leaders who are ready to step into clarity, consistency, and confidence — and finally get organized at work. Enroll Now: https://www.kfaconsulting.org/sprint HOW TO SUPPORT KAYLA & GET ORGANIZED AT WORK PODCAST 📱Join My Free Podcast Community for Professionals (get 20% off Merch inside the community, plus that's where all my freebies live!)Leave me a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts! ⭐...
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