Mastering Time Management: Breaking Free from the Daily Task List Trap feat. Megan Sumrell

Why does it feel like there’s never enough time in the day? Are daily task lists actually keeping us from accomplishing what really matters? In this episode, Dr. Lauryn sits down with time management expert Megan to uncover the hidden traps in traditional productivity methods and how to break free from the cycle of overwhelm. Whether you're a business owner, a parent, or simply trying to balance it all, Megan shares actionable strategies to help you reclaim your time and find true harmony in your life.

Together, they discuss why daily task lists can create decision fatigue, the importance of weekly planning, and how to integrate personal and professional priorities into a sustainable schedule. Topics include the dangers of “time debt,” how to identify and address energy peaks, and why prioritizing yourself is the secret to long-term success. Megan also shares insights from her proprietary TOP Program, designed to help women worldwide create realistic plans and take back control of their calendars.

Megan is the CEO and founder of The Pink Bee and a globally recognized time management and planning expert. With over 20 years of corporate IT and leadership experience, she’s helped over 15,000 women implement her proprietary TOP Program, a system that teaches realistic planning and effective time management. Megan is a sought-after keynote speaker and frequent contributor to platforms like The Today Show and Real Simple. Through her workshops and program, Megan empowers women to escape overwhelm, master their schedules, and thrive in today’s fast-paced world.

Download Megan’s app, The Pink Bee, in the app store to explore her programs: https://www.megansumrell.com/thepinkbeeapp

Follow Megan:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megansumrell/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt6Oj1Bhuga-C6D2kRgseiA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/msumrell/

00:00 Multipassionate Chiropreneur
06:10 Listener Highlight
07:15 Guest Bio
08:25 Opening Prayer
10:19 Enneagram Types
12:21 Kajabi Reactions
16:09 Overwhelming Mental Load
21:09 Women Need to Prioritize Self
24:16 Stop Making Lists
31:31 Filters and Weekly Plan
37:08 Reframing Productivity
40:06 Basic Weekly Planning Process
55:30 Unlearn Productivity Equals Self Worth
59:07 Favorite Planner
01:00:02 Learn More

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