Tag Archive | "time management"
What Worked This Year?
We often think of the things that we did not do this year especially when it comes to being more productive, more efficient and more organized. For example, I had resolved in January to be a social media whiz by the end of 2013 but, it didn’t happen. Well, then, how about starting with the positives [...]
Continue reading...Thanksgiving: Be Thankful For Work You Enjoy
Friday, November 16, 2012
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With Thanksgiving fast approaching, it is a good time to think about what you are thankful for in life. Many people mention family and friends first. But how about being grateful for a job you enjoy? Do you thrive on your work? Most positions require dedication and hard work although it may not feel that way if you draw energy [...]
Continue reading...Get Big Projects Done With Block Scheduling
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
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The Case for Block Scheduling On average, according to researcher David Meyer, switching time increases the amount of time it takes to finish the primary task you were working on by an average of 25%. In short, juggling activities is incredibly inefficient. It takes 25 minutes to regain concentration after each interruption. (Source: University of [...]
Continue reading...Plan Ahead For Your Summer Vacation
Thursday, June 14, 2012
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Are you planning on taking time off from the office this summer? We’ve all experienced the mad-rush just before leaving town and the stress associated with it. Read on for ideas that will make the start of your vacation much more relaxing. 1) Take 30 minutes three weeks ahead of time to identify the projects that [...]
Continue reading...All Work & No Play
Monday, May 7, 2012
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This week’s Turnaround Authority blog discusses work-life balance and how to achieve it. Lee Katz points out — rightfully so — that work with no breaks stifles creativity and efficiency; too often we fall prey to our electronic devices and forget about the importance of leisure time. As a productivity specialist, I couldn’t agree more. Many [...]
Continue reading...How To Get Your Taxes Done by April 15th
Thursday, March 15, 2012
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If you have put off taxes, and many people have, there is still time to buckle down and finish them before April 15th. Asking for an extension just prolongs the misery and weighs you down. You know they need to be done so why not just get on with it? Now. There is no more [...]
Continue reading...How to Create A Someday/Maybe List
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
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If you are like the rest of us, there are projects that don’t fit into our current priorities. You want to do them but can not get to them right away. One of our clients recently told us that she would like to write a newsletter but other goals are more pressing at the moment. Still, she [...]
Continue reading...How to Sort Paper
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
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Most everyone finds it challenging to keep track of the sheer bulk of paper even in this electronic age. If you are not happy with the mess of paper on your desk or if you can’t find what you need quickly, you may be delaying making decisions. These tips will help guide you through [...]
Continue reading...Could you wallpaper your office from your stacks of paper?
Friday, August 12, 2011
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How is your desk looking today? Are your papers in order or are you having difficulty finding what you need? Sometimes a messy desk just means that you’re not tidy and that you can still find what you need quickly. Or, sometimes it indicates that you avoid making decisions. Which one are you? Here are [...]
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Saturday, December 15, 2012
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