Bonus Episode: How to Prioritise and Deliver Value at Work

Are you struggling with constant busyness and overwhelm at work?In this week’s bonus episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O'Brien breaks down the practical strategies for overcoming stress and maximising impact at work, no matter your role or industry from her conversation with James Louttit, project management expert and author.Drawing from personal experience and his extensive background leading teams, James reveals how shifting from an “effort over impact” mindset can supercharge both productivity and well-being. The conversation moves beyond conventional project management techniques, focusing on real-world, actionable steps you can implement right away to prioritise, delegate, and deliver value without burning out.In James’ Episode, You’ll Discover:Why busyness is the biggest obstacle to impactful work.The importance of prioritisation.The crucial role of transparent communication for leaders and teams when new priorities derail ongoing projects.The value of creating space for deep thinking.Related Topics Covered:Purpose at Work, Productivity, Boundaries at Work Connect with Aoife O’Brien | Host of Happier at Work®:WebsiteLinkedInYouTube Connect with James Louttit | Project management expert and author:BookLinkedInRelated Episodes You’ll Love:Episode 240: Meaningful Work Through Simplification with Lisa BodellAbout Happier at Work®Happier at Work® is the podcast for business leaders who want to create meaningful, human-centric workplaces. Hosted by Aoife O’Brien, the show explores leadership, career clarity, imposter syndrome, workplace culture, and employee engagement — helping you and your team thrive.If you enjoy podcasts like WorkLife with Adam Grant, The Happiness Lab, or Squiggly Careers, you’ll love Happier at Work®.Join Aoife O’Brien for weekly insights on leadership, workplace culture, career clarity, imposter syndrome, and creating work that works for you.Editing by Amanda Fitzgerald.Website: https://happieratwork.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappierAtWorkHQ Mentioned in this episode:Thriving Talent bookBook