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Make Your Work Schedule Work For You

The Glass Sessions··12 October 2026·54 min

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Show Summary In this episode of The Glass Sessions, Courtney and Lauren dive into the real-life challenges of maintaining work-life balance, creating flexibility in your schedule and managing a packed calendar without losing your mind. From funny personal moments to serious conversations around setting boundaries, this episode offers honest insights and actionable advice for anyone trying to do it all without burning out. They explore: -How to identify your personal productivity rhythms -The role of trust and transparency with your manager -Tips for negotiating a more flexible or accommodating work schedule -Why boundaries matter (and how to hold them) -Navigating company culture when it comes to flexibility and PTO Timestamps 00:00 - Side Chat and what we've learned recently 09:03 - Managing Work Schedules Conversation 12:59 - Office vs. Remote Work 16:30 - Building trust with your manager to promote schedule flexibility 19:01 - Personal Productivity Tips 25:55 - Meeting Strategies and Core Hours 31:35 - Setting Boundaries with Instant Messaging 34:20 - Creating an Inclusive Work Culture 45:06 - Managing a Busy Schedule Listener Q&A: Is this Okay? Should managers contact employees about non-urgent work while they’re on PTO? Lauren and Courtney weigh in with their honest takes. Links & Resources: If you're interested in one-on-one career advising or want to partner with The Glass Advisory to support your growing business, visit us at: www.theglassadvisory.com Join the Conversation: Have a question you want us to answer in a future episode? Submit it through our website at: www.theglassadvisory.com/contact