#60: Personal Time Management

#60: Personal Time Management

From Online People Talking with Jen Barkan by Jen Barkan

April 28, 2026 · 36 min

About this episode

Jen Barkan and her daughter Mia discuss personal time management and staying focused on goals during challenging times.

Host Jen Barkan is joined by her daughter Mia, a third-year veterinary student at Ross University in St. Kitts, for a candid conversation about how to stay focused on your goals and career when life gets hard. Housekeeping 2026 Online Sales and Marketing Summit - October 1-2, 2026 in Austin, TX - The Summit is literally the biggest party for Online Sales Specialists in the universe. TITO Shoutout Rebecca Von Heimburg, OSC at Pacesetter Homes in Dallas Texas - She just had the best month ever; she set a PR for herself while navigating some personal stuff. Key Takeaways Set clear boundaries and protect them fiercely: Boundaries aren't optional extras - they're what prevent burnout and enable long-term success over short-term output. Keep your eye on the end goal when motivation fades: On the hardest days, remember your why. For OSCs, reconnecting to your purpose (your metrics, your customers, your career growth) is what pulls you forward. Recharging isn't a reward, it's a requirement: Taking time for yourself isn't selfish, it preserves your mental capacity for the long haul. Skills Check Are there any boundaries you need to create for yourself? Pick one thing to do to recharge…

People in this episode

Host: Jen Barkan

Guest: Mia

Topics covered

  • personal time management
  • goal setting
  • work-life balance
  • self-care
  • career development

Keywords

  • time management
  • boundaries
  • recharge
  • motivation
  • career growth

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pacesetter Homes

Places: Dallas Texas, Austin, TX

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