Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect
Handled(ish): Productivity for the Imperfect is a weekly podcast hosted by Betsy A. Hays, an educator, author and speaker who is a self-proclaimed productivity nerd. It's a practical and humorous look at productivity, how to get things done well, and how to accept that a lot of things will just get "done enough" -- and that's ok. The podcast is both philosophical and practical, and included in each episode are ideas that listeners can immediately use. Because she practices what she "preaches," the podcast is imperfect, like all of us, and hopefully serves as a reminder that the beauty of life is often in its imperfections.
Episodes
107 episodes
#107: Stuck? Do a Physical Challenge
I walked a 5K every day in March to get me unstuck with rehab and making myself stronger after all of my not-so-fun injury adventures. It gave me confidence, made me stronger, and proved that I can show up for myself. In this episode I share wh...
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Episode 107
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10:16
#106: WHY Plan?
In this next episode of the 5W's and the H series, I talk about the "WHY" of planning. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #PlanningEqualsFreedom #WiggleRoomNotStress #Podcast #Podcasts...
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Season 3
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Episode 106
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6:17
#105: WHAT Should You Plan?
In this next episode of the 5W's and the H series, I talk about the "WHAT" of planning. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #GetToNotHaveTo #PlanItAll #GetItDone #Podcast #Podcasts
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Episode 105
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8:36
#104: WHO Should You Plan?
In this next episode of the 5W's and the H series, I talk about the "WHO" of planning. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #WhoToPlan #ScheduleYourPeople #RegularGetTogethers #Podcast #...
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Episode 104
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11:09
#103 - WHERE Should You Plan?
This series explores the 5W's and the H of planning . . . and this time we discuss WHERE you should plan. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #ComfyPlanning #WherePlan #Same...
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Episode 103
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4:18
#102 - WHEN Should You Plan?
This series explores the 5W's and the H of planning . . . starting with WHEN you should plan. Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #NoPlanningOnSundays #WhenPlan #NoPlanningO...
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Episode 102
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14:09
#101 - Share WHY You Love and Admire Them
It's Valentine's Day Week, so consider taking this time to share with (lots of) people WHY you love and admire them. What do they do well? How do they shine? What are the traits and characteristics they have that you love? It's fun for you to t...
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Episode 101
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4:53
#100 - The Benefits of Imposter Syndrome
It's my 100th episode! And a moment worth celebrating, for sure. It's also a great opportunity to talk about the benefits of imposters syndrome. Join me! Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips ...
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Episode 100
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14:56
#99 - Create More Than Consume
Consumption of news, social media, books, blogs and podcasts can truly be fun, and it can be part of research. AND, it can also be a form of procrastination that gets in the way of our creation (i.e. productivity). Do you need an info consumpti...
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Episode 99
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5:56
#98 - Become a Better Fan!
You can be a fan of anything, and when you become a better one, you amp up the fun and the joy. Give it a try!Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #BetterFans #LevelUpFandom #BigFa...
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Episode 98
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11:06
#97 - Bingo Cards and Productivity
A bingo card gives you 24 spots to put goals, dreams and want-to-dos, so let's use it as a productivity tool! Make a list and plot yours out, and then enjoying marking things off throughout the year. So many ways to do this!Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️&n...
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Episode 97
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9:36
#96 - More Joy for Less Effort
High value joy with low effort? Yes, please! Just rinse and repeat!Enjoy 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #HandledIsh #ImperfectProductivity #ProductivityTips #HandledIshHacks #LookForJoy #OverindexedJoy #RinseAnd Repeat #Podcast #Podcasts
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Episode 96
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7:00
#95 - Track Your Weekly Highlights
So many reasons and so many ways to use the idea of tracking something weekly on pieces of paper placed into a jar. This is definitely a high ROI activity! Start this week and you will be so happy in a year when you reflect and review.En...
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Episode 95
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13:59
#94 - Get Curious: With People and Yourself
As we approach 2026, let's get more curious. Say these (or similar) phrases as often as you can: "Tell me more" or "Can you give me more info about that?" Regarding ourselves, let's ask "How can I do this?" and "How can this work?" ...
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Season 2
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Episode 94
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11:50
#93 - Update (Ugh & Gratitude)
Why I missed posting a podcast last week.
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Season 2
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Episode 93
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9:01
#91 - If You Want to Make it Better, You Have to Love it First
Sometimes we humans are funny. We will talk badly about something, pointing out what's wrong, what we don't like, etc. - and then wonder why nothing changes. What if we flipped the script? What if we love the thing? Would that help facilitate p...
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Season 2
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Episode 91
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8:29
#90 - Let Your Authentic, Unapologetically You Self Make Your Schedule
It's my birthday week, and this year's reflection includes being more mindful of showing up as my most authentic and unapologetic self. And if I let this version of me make my schedule, I think the results will be amazing! Enjoy. 🤍🩵...
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Episode 90
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11:19
#89 - Make a "Yes for Me" List
After you make your "not for me" list, its time to make your "yes for me" list! It's empowering and fun and helps us really focus on what we want to include and what needs to be a priority in our lives. Enjoy. 🤍🩵💙🎙️ #Han...
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Episode 89
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9:09
#88 - Make a "Not for Me" List
Using our time well is all about intention, and having a very clear idea of what's not for us can be really helpful. In this episode I talk about why you may want to create a list to help you really know what you don't want in your life anymore...
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Episode 88
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10:21
#87 - Does Your Calendar Match Your New Year's Eve Toast?
Imagine yourself on the upcoming New Year's Eve. You are toasting all of the great things that have happened during the past year, as well as noting how you got through the rough parts. Now, consider if your current calendar sets you up for the...
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Episode 87
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7:10
#86 - Putting the Joy Back in Picking a Restaurant
We've all been there. Where do you want to eat? I don't know, where do you want to eat? You pick. No, you pick. UGH!! It's no fun at all and sometimes takes some of the joy out of eating out. In this episode I share ideas on making all of that ...
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Episode 86
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10:30
#85 - Sync with the Season (Autumn)
Fall/Autumn is almost here and with it are opportunities to sync with the season. This week I talk about some ideas for doing so, and why it's both fun and important to transition as the seasons do! Let's all be a little more connected with the...
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Season 2
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Episode 85
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8:43