How To Pick Your Next Project
How many projects do you have going on right now? I would wager that it's more than one. And I would also guess there are more waiting to be done. Today we look at how to pick what to do and get it started.
Simple Tools for Big Productivity Gains, Part One
What are the simple things you do or use every day that make a huge impact on your productivity? In July we are going to be looking at some of my favorites. Today we begin with my morning routine and mini-habits.
Presenting The Productivity Toolbox
Over the past month we have looked at various productivity methods and when to apply them. Today I present to you a handy sheet that summarizes everything, with room to add your own favorite tools.
10 Ways To Cut Your Reading Expenses
How much do you spend on reading material every week? Whether it is magazines, newspapers, books or ebooks, costs can add up quickly. Today we are going to look at how to cut your reading expenses. Not only will this give you back your money, but it will also simplify your reading list!
Productivity Tool Overview: Pomodoro
I have long believed that true productivity requires a variety of methods. Some days you need to may need to focus on a specific task and power through. Some days you may need to sprint through a bunch of tasks. Some days you may need to focus on your energy. All of these strategies will help you get things done, but work best under the right circumstances. This June I will be looking at my go-to tools - the ones in my productivity toolbox. I will look at how to use them, what they are best at, and when I use them. Today we will look at the Pomodoro method.
Why Are You Hauling All That Stuff?
How much stuff do you tote around that you don't use? I want you to either go over the bags/backpacks/purses/etc in your mind, or actually unpack the bag(s) and lay it all out. Go on. I'll wait.
Productivity Tool Overview: ABC-123
I have long believed that true productivity requires a variety of methods. Some days you need to may need to focus on a specific task and power through. Some days you may need to sprint through a bunch of tasks. Some days you may need to focus on your energy. All of these strategies will help you get things done, but work best under the right circumstances. This June I will be looking at my go-to tools - the ones in my productivity toolbox. I will look at how to use them, what they are best at, and when I use them. Today we will look at the ABC 123 method.
Why You Shouldn’t Check Email On Vacation
It should be a no-brainer. You're on vacation to get away from work. Therefore, having made a decision to be away from work, you should stay away from all things work. This includes email. Today we will look at a scenario....real life...that illustrates what can happen when you answer email on your vacation.