Calendar Design
An episode of the The Executive Coach: C-Suite Career Success, Planning, Goals, Work-Life Balance Tips for Leaders podcast, hosted by Maya Gudka, titled "Calendar Design" was published on April 20, 2026 and runs 13 minutes.
April 20, 2026 ·13m · The Executive Coach: C-Suite Career Success, Planning, Goals, Work-Life Balance Tips for Leaders
Summary
When you look at your calendar for the week ahead, do you feel energised or overwhelmed?For many high achievers, the calendar becomes something they react to rather than something they design,And even before the week begins, it can often feel like it’s already out of your control.In this episode Maya introduces a powerful concept: Calendar Architecture. A strategic way of structuring your time so your week supports your goals, rather than working against them.Because your calendar isn’t just a scheduling tool. It’s one of your most important leadership tools.What You’ll LearnWhy your calendar might be creating stress, distraction, or lack of progressThe key mindset shift: your calendar should serve you, not the other way aroundHow to identify the 3 core parts of your calendar (and what to do with each)Why curiosity and “rabbit holes” aren’t the problem, timing isHow to redesign meetings you do control (without disrupting your organisation)Why Monday morning meetings can sabotage your entire weekAs usual, connect with Maya at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayagudka/And subscribe to her YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MayaGudka?sub_confirmation=1For all other info, visit the website www.mayagudka.com
Episode Description
When you look at your calendar for the week ahead, do you feel energised or overwhelmed?
For many high achievers, the calendar becomes something they react to rather than something they design,
And even before the week begins, it can often feel like it’s already out of your control.
In this episode Maya introduces a powerful concept: Calendar Architecture. A strategic way of structuring your time so your week supports your goals, rather than working against them.
Because your calendar isn’t just a scheduling tool. It’s one of your most important leadership tools.
What You’ll Learn
Why your calendar might be creating stress, distraction, or lack of progress
The key mindset shift: your calendar should serve you, not the other way around
How to identify the 3 core parts of your calendar (and what to do with each)
Why curiosity and “rabbit holes” aren’t the problem, timing is
How to redesign meetings you do control (without disrupting your organisation)
Why Monday morning meetings can sabotage your entire week
As usual, connect with Maya at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayagudka/
And subscribe to her YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MayaGudka?sub_confirmation=1
For all other info, visit the website www.mayagudka.com
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