S3E5: Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Strategies That Actually Work Part 2

In this highlight episode of How to Run a Successful Business and Still Have a Life, Stacey Morgan continues her time-management mini-series with Part Two of “15 Ways to Maximise Your Time.” Building on last week’s discussion, Stacey shares five practical productivity strategies that help business owners reduce overwhelm, create breathing room, and work more intentionally. She explains the importance of buffer blocks (or white space/flamingo time) to prevent burnout and allow for flexibility when the day doesn’t go as planned. Stacey also emphasises the power of colour-coding your calendar so you can visually assess balance across work, family, rest, and other priorities. Listeners are encouraged to stop doing things “because they’ve always been done that way” and instead find faster, simpler, or more efficient alternatives—sometimes eliminating tasks altogether. Stacey also dives into the value of saying no to coffee meetings, replacing them with short, purposeful 20-minute check-ins that respect everyone’s time. Finally, she recommends asking: “Could this meeting be replaced with a video?”—a simple question that often saves hours and keeps teams focused. This episode is filled with practical shifts you can apply immediately to reclaim your time and start!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.