Managing Time & Tasks When You're Overwhelmed [E141]

Sometimes life just doesn’t slow down, does it? Between running a business, managing a team, and balancing everything else, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning in tasks. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

Hi, I’m Kim Walker, and today I’m sharing my personal journey through a season of overwhelm—and how I’m finding my way back to productivity and peace. This episode isn’t just about getting things done—it’s about giving yourself the grace to start where you are and take small, meaningful steps forward.

So, take a deep breath, grab a notebook, and let’s get organized—because even in the chaos, we’ve got this

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Lagniappe (Books, Links, Other Podcasts, etc)

Stephen Covey's Time Managment Matrix 

Remarkable Tablet 

Time Blocking

Show Notes with Timestamps

• Introduction to the Episode (00:00:10)  Speaker introduces herself and the topic of managing time and tasks when feeling overwhelmed.
• Personal Challenges (00:01:24)  Speaker shares her personal story of recovery from back surgery and her mother's declining health.
• The Impact of Loss (00:03:49)  Reflects on the challenges of returning to work after her mother's passing and managing a heavy workload.
• Overcoming Overwhelm (00:06:02)  Discusses feeling lost and overwhelmed upon returning to work and how to tackle a massive to-do list.
• Time Management Strategies (00:10:22)  Introduces Stephen Covey's time management matrix and how to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Massive Brain Dump (00:08:02)  Explains the process of conducting a brain dump to organize thoughts and tasks without order.
• Prioritizing Tasks (00:11:20)  Describes how to categorize tasks by urgency and importance using color coding.
• Using Google Calendar (00:12:20)  Details how to integrate tasks into Google Calendar and set reminders for better organization.
• Self-Care and Breaks (00:12:28)  Emphasizes the importance of taking breaks and practicing self-care during overwhelming times.
• Time Blocking (00:14:40)  Introduces the concept of time blocking for focused work sessions and minimizing distractions.
• Brain Dump and Prioritization (00:15:49)  Speaker discusses her routine of brain dumping and prioritizing tasks weekly to manage overwhelm.
• Community Engagement (00:16:56)  Speaker  invites listeners to share their experiences and connect through the Auto Repair Marketing Mastermind Facebook group.
• Resources for Time Management (00:17:55)  Speaker mentions links in the show notes to assist listeners in managing time and tasks effectively.
• Podcast Recommendations (00:18:27)  Speaker wraps up by encouraging listeners to explore other shows on the Aftermarket Radio Network.

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