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WORKING SMART: MANAGING PRIORITIES AND MASTERING WORKFLOW
with Dr. Jason Womack
July 22, 2025
3-Hour (Virtual)
Skills Acquired
  • Discover five powerful tools and techniques to work more efficiently, accomplish more in less time, and reduce unnecessary effort.
  • Learn how to structure your schedule, prioritize key tasks, and set yourself up for more productive, stress-free days.
  • Master strategies to manage meetings effectively, set clear expectations, and ensure meaningful outcomes.
  • Track and manage your time, energy, and workload to improve efficiency and achieve sustainable results.
Topics Covered

Replace Time-Wasting Rituals with More Productive Habits

  • Five productivity tools and techniques to work smarter, not harder
  • Eliminating low-value tasks to maximize efficiency and focus

Set Yourself Up to Be More Attentive and Better Prepared for Meetings

  • Managing meetings effectively to align expectations and drive results
  • Structuring pre-meeting preparation for clarity and actionable outcomes

End More Days Ahead of the Game, Reducing the Feeling of Always Being Behind

  • Daily planning strategies to prioritize high-impact tasks and maintain momentum
  • Tracking resource management to measure progress and stay on top of commitments

Create Mental (and Physical) Space to Think About the Big Picture While Handling the Fine Details

  • Organizing workflow and workspace to reduce stress and increase mental clarity
  • Implementing self-care strategies to sustain long-term productivity and well-being

Your workdays have changed, and they may feel more demanding than ever. There’s just as much—if not more—to do, and the pressure is building as you navigate uncertain times ahead. Some of the responsibilities on your plate are part of your job description, while others have been unexpectedly added to your workload. In the middle of it all, you’re juggling constant emails, attending phone and video meetings, and trying to keep up with everything else that comes your way. It’s a lot to manage. How are you holding up? Are you feeling more overwhelmed or stressed than you’d like to admit right now?

If so, you’re not alone. Many people are struggling to stay balanced and organized in the face of these challenges. That’s why this program is here to help. You’ll learn practical, actionable techniques to focus on your most important priorities, effectively organize your daily workflow, and implement strategies to take better care of yourself. Because when you take care of yourself, you’re better equipped to take care of everything—and everyone—around you. This program is designed to help you regain clarity, reduce stress, and approach your work and life with renewed confidence.

Dr. Jason Womack is a leadership expert, author, and educator with a Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Leadership from USC, where he graduated with a 4.0 GPA. His dissertation focused on reflective practices in higher education, exploring how educators can better engage students. He also holds a Master's in Education from UC Santa Barbara and a Master's in Psychology from the University of Santa Monica. Dr. Womack has worked with top companies like Google, Johnson & Johnson, and Disney, and is the author of Your Best Just Got Better and Get Momentum. His expertise spans leadership development, productivity, and organizational change, and he also holds a certificate in AI and the Future of Work from Singularity University.

In addition to his work with major corporations, Dr. Womack is a leader in Human Capital Management, specializing in Talent Development for a branch of the U.S. military. His experience in both the private and public sectors has allowed him to develop a unique approach to leadership that drives success across various industries. This virtual program offers a valuable opportunity to learn from Dr. Womack’s extensive experience and insights into organizational success, leadership, and high-performance coaching.