
Learn and Work Smarter
The podcast for students and professionals who want to learn and work smarter.
With Katie Azevedo, M.Ed. of SchoolHabits
Recent Episodes
Whether you're a seasoned professional or a student thinking about leadership down the road, this episode offers clear, practical takeaways.
These are the 10 executive functions that can make or break your academic or professional career.
Even if you’re good at putting things in your calendar and tracking time, there’s a pesky time management trap you’re likely still falling into.
Professor Mark Massaro and I explore what critical thinking really is, how students can develop it through reading and writing, and why it’s one of the most transferable skills for school and work.
Do you ever find yourself wasting time at work or between college classes, even though you want to be productive? This episode is for you.
Want to stop feeling overwhelmed before the week even starts? A Sunday Reset helps you plan ahead, reduce decision fatigue, and make Mondays less stressful.
Learn 7 practical strategies to help you move forward when a task feels impossible. No vague “push through it” tips here — just real, actionable techniques that help you do hard things.
What’s the key to ending each day feeling productive and satisfied, without the hustle and burnout? Try my 3-Bucket productivity system.
I answer two listener questions about cleaning up the email inbox and feeling paralyzed when responding to emails.
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Time Management Episodes
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Organization Episodes
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The Learn and Work Smarter Podcast is a production of SchoolHabits LLC, and is hosted by Katie Azevedo, M.Ed., founder of SchoolHabits.com.
Once a month, I record a Q&A episode where I answer listener questions. If you have a question about learning or working smarter, I’d love to answer it for you during one of these episodes!
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