The Bright Method Podcast: Realistic Time Management for Working Women

Ready for a time management approach that is actually designed for professional working women – ones that help you lighten the mental load, draw boundaries with more confidence, focus on the important (not just urgent) stuff at work, and be present with friends and family?Podcast host, Kelly Nolan, an attorney-turned-time management strategist, mom of two, and creator of the Bright Method™, delivers practical, realistic time management strategies tailored for busy professional women, working moms, and ambitious women juggling careers and home life.We cover topics like:How to time-block in a way that actually works and avoid common time-blocking mistakes,How to manage the mental load around all of our roles at work and at home, How to handle work deadlines with less stress and scramble, How to keep distractions in check, from social media to people swinging by your office, and How to plan in a realistic way so you can feel on top of it all and avoid overcommitment.Whether you're a lawyer, physician, executive, woman in corporate, professor, entrepreneur, or any woman navigating a full plate, this podcast gives you tools to design a sustainable system that works for your real life—not a Pinterest-perfect version of it.Follow now, and let's get you falling asleep proud of what you got done today and calm about what's on tap tomorrow.

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Recent Reviews

MichelleG*

Straight forward and super useful info

I love how Kelly makes things simple and her approach to managing time is a fantastic system for busy women. Highly recommend!
rlee27

life changing perspectives on time management

I’ve only recently found Kelly’s podcast and have already flown through a majority of the episodes and have saved my favorites I know I’ll come back to and have already listened to several again! they are jam packed with so much helpful information that are easily actionable. I’ve basically consumed all content that Kelly has shared through this podcast and her free resources and have already found so much value in what I’ve already read and listened to. l’m hoping to be able to take her course in the future because I’m convinced it will change my life for the better!
Jessica LynnC

Just what I needed!

I’ve recently found this podcast and Kelly’s other content and it is what I have always needed and wanted. Super practical and Kelly just seems to *get* how my mind works. Can’t wait to listen to every episode!
christyadamsphd

So practical, can’t recommend enough

I thought I had systems that worked well, then I found The Bright Method… I’m so grateful specifically for this podcast because it allows me the opportunity to do deeper dives into specific applications of the method. Until I can afford the full program that Kelly offers, this feels like a way to dig deeper and customize how to apply this program to my life beyond the 5-day free introduction. I’ve recommended this to basically every working woman I know!
Framele

A favorite

This podcast has become a staple for me. Kelly’s recommendations are easy to implement and provide a large impact.
jill carrel

Such an adaptable framework!

I love Kelly’s approach and the flexible framework for time management. She provides ideas that are like building blocks that allow you to level up your efficiencies in your own way.
MBDlawyer

Required Listening for all Working Moms

Kelly Nolan just gets it. She’s your working mom pal that understands how hard this thing called working motherhood is and gives you great, PRACTICAL advice. So much of the struggle of this phase of life lies in the minutia and Kelly isn’t afraid to get into it.
L a u r e n W

Please give this a listen!

Kelly Nolan’s podcast is outstanding and what I’ve been waiting for. I’ve listened to many podcasts about tackle “life admin” things more efficiently and this is the best I’ve found. Very much worth a listen!!
BGunyan

Effective tips to make life more manageable

Recently found this podcast and it’s quickly become my favorite. Kelly highlights relatable struggles for high-achievers and succinctly shares tips and strategies that we can implement to make our day-to-day grind more manageable. So appreciative, Kelly!
LMK9

Life changing

Very helpful! As a professor with two children I was feeling so overwhelmed. This system has helped immensely to feel calm and be able to do more while being less tired. Highly recommend to anyone who needs help keeping ok track. It’s taken some time to implement - definitely not an overnight fix! Using a google sheet linked to my calendar for my weekly planning session has been useful.
paigeamberbacani

Life is a Journey!!

Kelly, I feel so honored to have had the opportunity to hear your entire, succinct, time management journey! I have a very similar story to you taking a nap and forgetting about your lunch date with the faculty member and it still gives me a pit in my stomach when I think about it! Thank you for your authenticity about where you came from, what you have walked through, your aha moments, and also encouragement that life is a journey and good things really do take time to form! I am so grateful for your wisdom on this platform!!
KarlaBea

A Must-Listen for Moms Wanting to Master Time Management

I’ve been tuning into *The Bright Method Podcast* for a while now, and Kelly Nolan has truly changed the way I think about time management. Her approach is so clear and practical, making it accessible for busy moms like me. Highly recommend for any woman balancing a full plate and wanting more control over her schedule.
FinanceThatFeels

Fave career/productivity podcast

I’ve listened to every single episode and have learned so many applicable and actionable tips for managing my life as a business owner, mom of small children, wife, dog mom, sister, friend, ALL THE THINGS. This podcast is a constant companion. I’m so grateful to Kelly and could not more highly recommend this show!
Karen Osman Author

Practical, actionable advice for busy women

A great podcast if you need some easy-to-implement tips to help your life run a bit smoother.
Christy7h

Time management and so much more

Practical suggestions that you can implement now. I really like Kelly’s method for time management and her perspective on how to prioritize. I particularly liked the episode about outsourcing and house manager. A great idea for me to tuck away for the future
La629

Simple, practical, impactful advice

Have been binging this podcast ever since starting a new job and have listened to every episode. I love Kelly’s approach and overall attitude - she doesn’t pretend to have the answers for everyone, but her time management tips are basic, practical, easy to implement, and impactful. During a time when I should feel more stretched than ever, her time management advice has helped me feel more empowered and in control of my schedule than ever before (even with two toddlers and two full time working parents)! Highly recommend!!
themegangill

Time-Management Gold

I love Kelly’s podcast so much. Her insight into the world of time management is incredibly helpful even for those of us women who are not moms. I appreciate hearing about her strategies, and The Bright Method program seems top notch!
gobiggreen!

Finally a realistic approach to time management! Enjoyable pod. Keep em coming!

Finally a realistic approach! Enjoyable pod. Keep em coming!
DestroyerOfNarwhals

Truly life-changing approach

I stumbled upon Kelly’s Instagram page and was immediately drawn into her advice. I completed her free Five Day Reset program and listened to all her podcasts - now I’m starting again from the beginning! I’ve always considered myself a Type A, productive, organized person and I always loved reading productivity advice. However since having kids and moving up in my career, my previous approach to “productivity” is no longer adequate. There’s simply too much to get done. Kelly’s approach meets me where I’m at and focuses on doing the right things instead of doing everything. Even the free version of her program has really changed my approach to work (and household responsibilities) and relieved a lot of stress for me. I cannot say enough good things about Kelly’s encouraging and practical approach. I am really grateful for the information she shares and the work she does.
KatherineC___

Seriously life changing

I completed The Bright Method program during a busy transition of life (a full time job, a part time job, writing my dissertation… having three kids). What I thought was a strategy to get through this crazy time has paid off over and over again as I’ve switched careers and climbed the corporate ladder. Her method only gets more effective over time, thanks to recurring calendar entries. It is incredible how her time management strategies have reduced my mental load. Her advice here is practical and realistic, and still applies as much after completing her program as it did before.
K.E.V.W

So practical!

I've learned so much from Kelly's podcast as well as her Reset & Refresh (free, 5 day) course! As a working mom with young kids, she is speaking my language and I've gained a lot from her very practical, real world insights.
syoung3501

Full of Practical Tips

I’ve followed Kelly on social media for some time. I was thrilled to see that see has launched a podcast. I’ve listened to a handful of episodes and have already identified a few tips that I have been able to implement in my own life. If you’re a busy mom with a big career, it’s definitely worth a listen!
Start your day with the Word!

So excited!

I just listened to Episode 1 and already have 2 good strategies. 1 is indirect: don’t beat yourself up for not accomplishing more than your calendar can hold because your to-do list is unrealistic or you are taking care of your “invisible to-do list”. 2 is about streamlining into a visual calendar and getting the constant “noise” out of our head space & into that friendly, protected place. So far, so good! Looking forward to the episode on mail & email. Keep going, Coach - we need you! -busymom/Englishteacher
lakenewport

The overwhelm slayer

I’m so excited that Kelly start a podcast. I’ve been in her program and know how much wisdom she has to share. She truly transformed my time management abilities & made the whole process seem much more manageable.
RScheppa

Helpful Insights

I love Kelly’s perspective. I’ve been getting her emails for a while and I was excited to hear she was launching a podcast. She did not disappoint! I’m grateful for each bit of wisdom she has to offer in these episodes. Even when it’s not something that I will adopt, it’s great to hear about different ways to do things. Life is always changing and so is what works for your own time management journey. Thanks Kelly!
LBecks219

Looove!

Kelly spoke to my law school’s student org during my 2L year. Her method of putting everything in a calendar has saved my brain overload from trying to remember every little deadline, and helped plan out weeks more efficiently. This podcast has also provided little nuggets of wisdom that I’m adding into my life.
Beaches1984

Fantastic!

Kelly’s course is fantastic and I really enjoy listening to her podcasts in the car. The podcasts are helpful, relatable, and easily digestible recommendations that break down some great approaches to time management and draws deeper connections with fulfillment and having a choice over how we use our lives.
Carmel Kiki

Practical and relatable

I have listened to MANY organizing podcasts and find The Bright Method to be a true standout. Kelly is thoughtful, honest and very practical-she lays out strategies for dealing with common time management problems that are new and very doable. Definitely 5 stars!
Lizard1964

Life changing

Kelly’s course on the Bright Method was life changing for me and my daughter. We tell everyone about it. The podcasts are great reminder tips of how to implement the method and it feels really good to know you’re not alone in organizational challenges between work, home life et al.
Liz Wine

Great new podcast

I have loved her blog and IG posts/stories, and the first podcast episodes are just as great!
elisabethferg9

Really enjoying this!

I’m really looking forward to more episodes! Kelly is warm and personable but professional and clear about her method and I’m hoping that this podcast will help me get more on top of my workload as an attorney.
CaitlinSal

I’ve been waiting for this!

I’m a huge Kelly Nolan fan! Her calm, realistic approach to time management is so effective and adoptable for a busy working Mom like myself. I’ve taken Kelly’s amazing course in the past and find this podcast to be an incredible resource to go along with it and a reminder of all the great things I learned as well as some awesome new topics as well. I can’t wait to listen to more! Thank you to Kelly for sharing her expertise with the world!
Allison C. (Bay Area Lawyer)

Valuable addition to the Bright Method toolbox

Delighted to see that Kelly Nolan has expanded into a podcast so I can continue to implement her game-changing tips in my calendar and work systems. Episode 1 is a great intro and refresher; can’t wait to listen to more!