One of the biggest struggles with time optimization? Keeping work from taking over your life.
We tell ourselves we have to sacrifice time with family, rest, or that dream vacation just to keep up. And even when we do take a break, our minds stay stuck on work and the never-ending to-do list. Sound familiar?
That’s why I’m so excited to have my dear friend and fellow physician, Dr. Sarah Smith, on the podcast today. Sarah is a Clinical Day Advisor and Charting Coach, and she’s sharing the exact strategies that help busy professionals optimize their workday, leave work on time, and actually enjoy their time off—without sneaking in work at 10 P.M. after everyone else has gone to bed. (We’ve all been there, and it does not feel good.)
In this episode, Sarah and I break down the steps to create a real shift in how you work—so you can stop bringing work home for good. The first step? Noticing—without judgment—why you’re falling behind. Once you recognize the patterns, you can implement practical strategies to leave work on time and actually disconnect—even when you take weeks off.
I know this might seem impossible right now. When you’re overwhelmed, adding one more thing feels daunting. But this shift doesn’t have to happen overnight. We share small, doable changes you can start today, and when you take that first step and keep adjusting, you’ll see just how possible this transformation really is.
Let’s do this!
👀 Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/uBJMheMzF0U
🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://thoughtworkmd.com/30-how-to-stop-taking-work-home-with-dr-sarah-smith/
