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Relentless prioritization for sustainable success.
The Health-Powered Productivity Podcast helps Human Resources and Learning & Development leaders reduce meeting bloat, lower rework, and lift engagement while protecting their people with healthy guardrails. Overwhelmed managers welcome.
Hosted by Marcey Rader, multi-award-winning global keynote speaker, Certified Speaking Professional®, TEDx speaker, Master Virtual Presenter®, Digital Wellness Educator, and five-time author.
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot and a Top 100 Apple Podcasts Business Management show. About every two weeks, you'll get a fast, tactical 5–25 minute episode, mostly solo, with occasional guest features. Practical playbooks you can assign as pre-work for team meetings or apply before your next 1:1.
What we cover: prioritization, focus and attention, meeting effectiveness, remote and hybrid norms, email and chat optimization, task and workflow management, and health-powered habits. Outcomes that last.
Connect with Marcey:
Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
Book: Reclaim Your Workday www.reclaimyourworkday.com
Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Episodes
Sep 16, 2025
Sep 16, 2025
15 min
Why do connections matter? For your career, your health, and even your creativity. In this episode, Marcey unpacks:
- Why up to 85% of jobs are filled through networking—and why most employees don’t nurture their networks until it’s too late
- How strong social ties increase longevity, protect against depression, and even rival quitting smoking in health impact
- Why walking meetings boost creativity by over 80% and strengthen social bonds
- Guardrails she uses to balance friendships, networking, and privacy—like phone/Zoom first, scheduling before you leave, and recurring “walkie-talkies”
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
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Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot!
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Sep 2, 2025
Sep 2, 2025
13 min
The average person scrolls 2.5 hours a day and picks up their phone around 150 times. In this episode, I explain how I cut down my screen time to intentional use without relying on superhuman discipline.
What you’ll learn:
• Why I’ve been LinkedIn-only since 2019 (and no apps on my phone)
• My “Follow 50” rule to curate a useful, clutter-free feed
• How I design my environment to discourage scrolling (standing desk, no social apps, Unhook for YouTube)
• Why I only subscribe to five podcasts at a time and use Downcast instead of Spotify or Apple
• How I use “Send Later” texts to avoid mid-day interruptions
• Why I pay to remove ads (hint: they’re engineered to hijack your time and money)
• The Freedom app for blocking websites and devices
• The ClearSpace app to pause before opening social media
• My personal screen time and most-used apps: Crossrope, Obé, MyFitnessPal, Libby, Waze, Downcast, Voxer
References:
- Unhook for YouTube https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/unhook-remove-youtube-rec/khncfooichmfjbepaaaebmommgaepoid
- ClearSpace https://www.getclearspace.com/
- Freedom www.freedom.to
- Downcast https://www.downcastapp.com/
Want to help your team or conference attendees defeat digital distractions? Check out our Elevate Your Focus keynote! www.marceyrader.com/topics-focus
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot!
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Aug 19, 2025
Aug 19, 2025
8 min
This episode is for anyone who's juggled work, grief, and real life—all at once. It's about showing up, being human, and how people often surprise us with grace.
What you’ll hear:
- The unpaid gig that came with a penalty clause
- Why Marcey ended up teaching inbox strategies from a nursing home
- A surprise concert courtesy of the cafeteria pianist
- What happened when she finally told the truth mid-session
- The powerful (and heartwarming) reminder that followed
Mentioned:
- The book Speechless! featuring 28 real speaker stories - Speechless!: shared by 28 of the World's TOP PROFESSIONAL SPEAKERS https://amzn.to/45bddMY LISA THIS IS AN AFFILATE LINK.
- The NSA Foundation: https://nsafoundation.org/
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot!
#ReclaimYourWorkday #MarceyRader #HealthPoweredProductivity #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker #Funny
Aug 5, 2025
Aug 5, 2025
20 min
Video meetings weren’t built for everyone, especially not for neurodivergent minds. In this episode, Marcey walks through simple ways to make meetings more inclusive and effective for individuals with ADHD, on the autism spectrum, and those with sensory processing differences.
You’ll learn how to:
- Eliminate visual distractions (including your own face)
- Reduce cognitive overload from chat and reactions
- Encourage movement and fidgeting without stigma
- Shift from spectators to players
- Build meetings that actually work for people
Marcey Rader shows you four real ways RaderCo uses Loom to reduce meetings, cut back-and-forth, and keep human connection intact in the loom video link below.
(4 min)
Referenced research:
- Stanford Zoom fatigue study (Bailenson, 2021)
- Zoom Dysmorphia study (Kourosh, 2021)
- Mayer & Moreno (2003) on cognitive load
Interested in having Marcey help you Find Your Meeting Mojo? Connect with her at www.helloraderco.com.
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot!
#ReclaimYourWorkday #HealthPoweredProductivity #AI #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker
Jul 22, 2025
Jul 22, 2025
16 min
Ever wonder why your in-person trainings don't seem to stick? It’s not just the content — it’s the culture in the room.
In this episode, Marcey shares real stories and hard-earned lessons from the front of the room on what truly derails trainings and how to Keep them OUT of your training.
You’ll learn:
- The biggest distractions that sabotage learning
- Dos & don’ts for leaders and participants
- Why blocking time to implement is critical
- How to model presence and engagement
Listen before your next training and turn your investment into real, lasting change.
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot! https://podcast.feedspot.com/productivity_podcasts/
#ReclaimYourWorkday #HealthPoweredProductivity #AI #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker
Jul 16, 2025
Jul 16, 2025
15 min
Marcey is back on the mic after a short break. When six people in one week tell you to relaunch, you listen.
This episode drops on her 12th business anniversary. She’s sharing 12 lessons earned (not just learned), smartest decisions, and big wins that shaped her life and business.
From going LinkedIn-only to dropping the revenue chase, these insights will help you rethink what growth and success really mean, beyond the vanity metrics and endless hustle.
Key Takeaways
• You don’t need to be everywhere online — LinkedIn-only can win big.
• Ask the people who failed before you launch anything big.
• "Slow to hire, quick to fire" — but don’t swing too far the other way.
• Trust first when building your core team.
• Running a business can be lonely — find your circle.
• Hire for character first, skills second (train the rest).
• Bring in experts who know more than you (and listen to them).
• Masterminds aren’t optional; they’re survival kits.
• Invest in a virtual studio or setup that levels up your presence.
• Let go of the "stable salary" story — design work your way.
• You don’t need to chase revenue every year; define success on your terms.
• Lifestyle and happiness > constant growth at all costs.
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot! https://podcast.feedspot.com/productivity_podcasts/
#ReclaimYourWorkday #HealthPoweredProductivity #AI #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker
Apr 15, 2025
Apr 15, 2025
13 min
Work is evolving—and fast. From AI-driven productivity tools to four-day workweeks, businesses, and employees must adapt or get left behind.
In this final episode of our four-part series, Marcey Rader breaks down the biggest trends shaping the future of work and what you can do to stay ahead.
Marcey Rader shows four real ways RaderCo uses Loom to reduce meetings, cut back-and-forth, and keep human connection intact in the loom video link below.
(4 min)
Key Takeaways:
✅ AI & automation—How to use it wisely (and avoid the "Botox effect")
✅ Hybrid & remote work—Why flexibility is now the expectation, not the exception
✅ Four-day workweek—Which countries & companies are already seeing success?
✅ Outcome-based work—Measuring results over hours worked
✅ How to future-proof your career—Developing skills AI can’t replace
Resources Mentioned:
Reclaim Your Workday: Sustainable Productivity Strategies for the New World of Work – www.reclaimyourworkday.com
Episode 41 - Why Companies Will Never Get Out of Email Hell https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/41-why-companies-will-never-get-out-of-email-hell/id1569968080?i=1000550538419
Meeting Overload: How to Shorten Meetings and Increase Productivity Using Video Software - https://www.helloraderco.com/shorten-meetings/
Countries with a 4-Day Workweek in 2024 https://tech.co/news/countries-with-four-day-workweeks?
Japan's radical 4-day week experiment to stop 'crisis' - https://www.news.com.au/finance/work/at-work/japans-radical-4day-week-experiment-to-stop-crisis/news-story/7d24562580fd3360f7eac9a7815d53ec?
Less stress, more energy: What four-day weeks are really like - https://www.thetimes.com/business-money/companies/article/britain-four-day-work-week-labour-75jv00ql7
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Don’t forget, Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot! https://podcast.feedspot.com/productivity_podcasts/
#ReclaimYourWorkday #HealthPoweredProductivity #AI #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker
Apr 1, 2025
Apr 1, 2025
12 min
The return to office isn’t just a logistical shift—it’s a cultural one. While some companies thrive, others see higher turnover, lower engagement, and internal resistance. What’s working? What’s failing? And how can businesses create a return-to-office strategy that actually makes employees want to stay?
In this episode, I break down the biggest company-wide RTO mistakes and tactical solutions to help businesses retain top talent, increase productivity, and build a workplace people actually want to be part of.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Why mandating office days without purpose drives disengagement
✅ The four-day workweek and why companies like Microsoft Japan are embracing it
✅ How to design the office for collaboration instead of unnecessary in-person Zoom calls
✅ The power of Focus Weeks and No-Meeting Days for deep work
✅ Why outcome-based performance tracking is more effective than monitoring hours worked
✅ How to ensure remote workers get fair visibility and career opportunities
Resources Mentioned:
Reclaim Your Workday: Sustainable Productivity Strategies for the New World of Work – www.reclaimyourworkday.com
Powered Path Program: www.helloraderco.com/playbook
Case Studies:
Blueprint Medicines - www.helloraderco.com/blueprint-medicines-case-study
Cook Wealth - www.helloraderco.com/cook-wealth-summary
Connect with Marcey – www.helloraderco.com
Next in Episode #104:
(104 is the last segment of our Return To Work special series)
We discuss 'What's Next?' in the future of this New World of Work and what you can do to be successful through it all.
Tune in to get ahead of the curve and to be sure that you are ready for what's ahead!
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Don’t forget, Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot! https://podcast.feedspot.com/productivity_podcasts/
#ReclaimYourWorkday #HealthPoweredProductivity #AI #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker
Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
15 min
Return-to-office policies are in full swing, and managers are feeling the pressure. How do you balance flexibility with performance? How do you ensure your team stays engaged—without drowning them in meetings? In this episode, Marcey Rader shares practical, tactical strategies to lead your team through the transition.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Shift from tracking hours to tracking impact
✅ Avoid meeting overload with Focus or Design Days & No-Meeting Mornings
✅ Implement structured flexibility without losing control
✅ Ensure fair visibility for remote and hybrid employees
Resources Mentioned:
Reclaim Your Workday: Sustainable Productivity Strategies for the New World of Work – www.reclaimyourworkday.com
Powered Path Program: www.helloraderco.com/playbook
Case Studies:
Blueprint Medicines - www.helloraderco.com/blueprint-medicines-case-study
Cook Wealth - www.helloraderco.com/cook-wealth-summary
Connect with Marcey – www.helloraderco.com
Next Episode Teaser:
Next, we’re tackling company-wide strategies for a seamless RTO transition—what’s working, what’s failing, and how businesses can retain top talent in this new work environment.
Listen now and lead with confidence!
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Don’t forget, Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot! https://podcast.feedspot.com/productivity_podcasts/
#ReclaimYourWorkday #HealthPoweredProductivity #AI #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker
Mar 4, 2025
Mar 4, 2025
17 min
The way we work is changing—again. With major companies like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase pushing for a return to the office, many employees are struggling to adjust. In this episode, Marcey Rader shares practical strategies for reclaiming your focus, energy, and productivity in an in-office environment. Learn how to manage distractions, structure your day around peak productivity hours, and set guardrails to maintain flexibility—even in a traditional workplace.
Key Takeaways:
✅ How to create Attention Anchors for better focus
✅ Why understanding your Peak vs. Plummet Hours is crucial
✅ The power of No-Meeting Blocks for deep work
✅ How to maintain healthy boundaries while navigating visibility concerns
Resources Mentioned:
📖 Reclaim Your Workday: Sustainable Productivity Strategies for the New World of Work – www.reclaimyourworkday.com
Busy Box - https://shop.busyboxsign.com/?srsltid=AfmBOor2lmYnfUsdRPokTxlh1FcbQZR39BZgIiZx03rK8Y1QiPR4g_6x
Next Episode:
Next, we’re tackling this from the manager’s perspective—how leaders can support their teams without micromanaging or burning them out.
Marcey Rader is a keynote speaker, productivity consultant, and author at RaderCo, where focus, boundaries, and well-being aren’t buzzwords — they’re the way to work. A Certified Speaking Professional® and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps well-intentioned individuals and companies discover what truly matters, empowering them to create a life, job, and organization they love. Her latest book, Reclaim Your Workday, delivers sustainable strategies for the modern workforce. Onstage, in coaching, or online, Marcey’s mix of humor and hard truth sparks real change — and habits that stick.
Connect with Marcey:
- Consulting, Training, and Coaching: www.helloraderco.com
- Keynote Speaking: www.marceyrader.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/marceyrader
- Book: Reclaim Your Workdaywww.reclaimyourworkday.com
- Weekender Snapshot Tipsletter: https://radergoodies.com/profile
Don’t forget, Like, share, and comment below!
Named a Top 50 Productivity Podcast by Feedspot! https://podcast.feedspot.com/productivity_podcasts/
#ReclaimYourWorkday #HealthPoweredProductivity #AI #WorkCulture #ProductivityHacks #BurnoutPrevention #KeynoteSpeaker #TEDxSpeaker