In this inspiring episode, Kelly Schuknecht shares her 18-year journey of working from home while raising three children. From navigating early days of remote work with toddlers to building a successful career in publishing and marketing, Kelly offers practical wisdom on creating work-life boundaries, maximizing productivity, and maintaining professional growth. She reveals her favorite productivity tools and time management strategies, including creative childcare solutions and home office setups. Kelly's story demonstrates how women can pursue meaningful careers while being present for their families, providing valuable insights for anyone considering the work-from-home lifestyle.

We talk about:

• How to create a flexible work schedule with young children, including creative solutions like maximizing gym daycare time for focused work

• Practical tips for setting up an effective home office space, even with limited room (including Kelly's transition from a loft to repurposing a bedroom)

• Time management strategies using block scheduling and color-coded calendars to balance family commitments and work deadlines

• The importance of having dedicated work time and realistic expectations when working from home with kids

• Productivity tools and systems, including how to use Todoist with the "Getting Things Done" methodology

• Ways to establish clear boundaries between work and personal life, including the value of a dedicated workspace

• The evolution of remote work opportunities and how the landscape has changed over the past 18 years

• Tips for maintaining professional growth while working from home, including the importance of delegation

• Must-have home office items that boost productivity (like the ReMarkable tablet for digital note-taking)

• How to balance career ambitions with family life without sacrificing either

To Connect With Kelly:

Beyond the Bestseller Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bestseller/id1780870099

Website: http://www.kellyschuknecht.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebestseller

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyschuknecht

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorcoachingwithkelly

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kellyschuknecht

Resources and Links From Today's Podcast:

GTD + TODOIST Blog Post: https://kellyschuknecht.com/2021/01/26/gtd-with-todoist/

Google Calendar: https://google.calendar.com

Remarkable Tablet: https://remarkable.com

In the inaugural episode of the Women Who Work From Home podcast, host Michelle Rivera introduces the concept of balancing work and family life for women. She discusses the societal pressures women face regarding career and motherhood, emphasizing the importance of pursuing both. Michelle shares her personal journey of navigating motherhood while maintaining a career, and sets the stage for future conversations with women who successfully balance these aspects of their lives.

Meet Michelle Rivera, former social media manager, classically trainer painter and artist, and stay at home mom.