The Better Workday Podcast

Join Niamh and Tricia for a candid year-end conversation about the themes that resonated most in 2025, the productivity myths that still persist, and why reflection should look back further than just 12 months.

EP35: Reframing Unfinished Goals

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Whether you're an inbox-zero person or more of an inbox-10,000 person, Niamh argues that the size of your inbox doesn't really matter. What matters is your relationship with email. In this episode, she shares how changing a single setting transformed her approach to email. Learn practical strategies to reduce email stress, improve communication quality, and leverage your inbox to create better workdays.

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Saying no at work is easier said than done, especially when the person asking is more senior than you. In this episode, Niamh shares practical strategies for pushing back on requests when your plate is already full. Drawing from her own experiences with overcommitment and burnout, she explains why saying yes to everything can actually make you appear unreliable, and offers specific phrases and approaches to help you communicate you...

With only a few working weeks left in 2025, now is the perfect time to think about your goals for 2026. In this episode, Niamh introduces the Goal Ladder framework— her proven process to help you set better goals and actually achieve them. Rather than rushing into January with vague ideas, learn how to intentionally plan your professional development, create a “won’t do” list, schedule time in advance, and set yourself up for a cal...

Niamh shares her honest struggle with networking and the simple, practical steps she uses to feel more confident at in-person events. Learn how to manage your nerves, spot welcoming groups, and build connections without feeling awkward.

1. Pause and Take It In: When you arrive, take a moment to look around, get a drink, and observe the room to ease yourself in before you feel pressured to sp...

Is your approach to time management helping or hindering your workday? In this episode, Niamh explains why time management is personal and subjective, exploring how your work type affects your approach.

Learn a variety of techniques, such as using buffer time and a personal mantra, to manage your experience of time during a busy workday and reduce unnecessary stress.

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In this episode, Niamh uncovers the difference between interruptions and self-inflicted distractions, exploring the four main reasons we pull ourselves away from our work.

Learn practical, small tweaks to manage mind wandering, chronic switching, environmental factors, and work-related stress to have a better, more focused workday.

• Re-Focus After Mind Wandering: If you catch your m...

Tired of communication overload? Niamh presents her Four Cs framework to help you send better, more impactful messages. Learn the practical steps to cut through the noise, avoid costly errors, and ensure your communication is always effective.

1. Challenge the Urgency Bias: You don’t always need to reply to a message as fast as you received it. Talk to your team to agree on a reasonable resp...

In this episode, Niamh explains why the ability to disagree well is the missing ingredient for effective collaboration. She covers how the fear of speaking up or making a mistake holds teams back and shares practical steps you can take to build a culture of honest conversation.

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed at work, with too much to do - and not enough time to do it?

In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh discusses the cycle of work overwhelm, which she calls ‘productivity paralysis' - moving from a mounting to-do list to stress and a drop in efficiency.

Listen in for practical strategies to regain control, manage your deadlines, and learn why asking for help is crucial to getting back on...

In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh Moynihan discusses the barriers that stop us from delegating and introduces a simple framework that makes it easier to share responsibility with confidence.

From small, everyday tasks to bigger decisions, she explains the six levels of delegation and how to choose the right approach for your team.

Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-63

In this episode, Niamh introduces us to the concept of 'Stagility,' a term from the 2025 Global Human Capital Trends report.  She discusses the tension between an organisation's drive for agility and an employee's need for stability and offers practical advice for finding a balance.

Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-62

2025 Global Human Capital Trends Report - https://www.deloitte.com/nl/en/se...

Why do strong starts sometimes fizzle out? In this episode, Niamh Moynihan shares why teams and individuals can lose momentum and offers simple strategies to help you finish as strong as you start.

Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-61

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In this latest episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh discusses the impact a difficult manager can have on your workday and career. She covers four common 'bad boss' scenarios, providing practical advice on how to handle each one and improve your work life.

Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-60

Episode 42  - How to Manage Up and Build a Better Relationship with Your Manager 

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In this episode of The Better Workday Podcast, Niamh shares a personal story about how she fell into the procrastination trap while working on a new project. She explains the difference between prioritising and procrastinating and gives three key questions to help you determine if you're putting off important tasks.

Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-59

Episode 17 - Overcome Procra...

As we head into September, Niamh encourages listeners to take a moment to check in on their progress and reset their goals. She provides three key questions to help you assess your projects and make sure you're set up for success in the final months of the year.

Shownotes - https://abetterworkday.com/podcast/episode-58

Episode 35: Reframing Unfinished Goals

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