How We Prioritize Our Day

Balance

Jen and Karen, cohosts of The Speakeasy Podcast, sitting together on black stairs. Jen wears a white blouse with gold dots, and Karen wears a navy paisley dress.

There's the day you think you're going to have, the day you realize you're actually having once you check your inbox, and the day that unfolds when unexpected events send everything sideways. How do we prioritize our days and still stay sane when it feels like our schedules are running us instead of the other way around? This week, we get real about the messy reality of trying to manage competing priorities when you're already overwhelmed.

If you’re like us, some days your desk looks like a command center. Other days, it looks like a scrap pile of to-do lists, personal reminders, and ideas in progress. The reality is, most of us don't have a perfect system for prioritization — and that's especially true when we're overwhelmed, which is ironically when we need one most.

In this candid episode, we compare notes on our different approaches to staying organized, from digital versus paper systems to the power of setting tomorrow's priorities before you go to bed tonight. Tune in as we sort through organizational struggles, share what's working (and what isn't), and admit that sometimes we don't have it all figured out — but we're learning as we go.

Pair this episode with:

Orange Blossom Vodka Martini

Vodka

The Orange Blossom Vodka Martini is a bright, aromatic twist on the classic martini, layered with citrus and floral elegance. Mandarin orange vodka and fresh orange juice bring juicy, sun-kissed sweetness, while a touch of orange blossom water adds a delicate, perfumed note. Madagascar bourbon vanilla extract deepens the flavor with smooth, warm undertones, giving the drink an unexpected richness. Garnished with a curl of orange peel and a vanilla bean, this cocktail is a perfect balance of refreshing citrus and floral warmth.