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Bridging the Great Divide Between Ideas and Action - By Laurie DuparPut an End To Time Robbers - By Laurie DuparProductivity for Life - By Laurie Dupar- Focus, the Productivity Solution - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffMulti-tasking, maintaining or increasing productivity and peak performance demands are at an all-time high. The result, stress and anxiety are also at an all-time high. Today's economic demands and their undesirable side effects are the same whether you are in accounting, marketing, ...
Views: 1143(1 vote) - Getting ready to get ready - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Stephanie FrankStuck is not a fun place to be. Yet for so many, stuck seems to be a state that is stubbornly present, even defeating in the lives of so many. You know, the web site tweak that just has to be done before you promote, the sales script that needs to have every word perfect before you make ...
Views: 1293(1 vote) - Grand Central Station - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Becky EskerGrand Central Station is one of New York City’s most famous landmarks. It is also a very busy hub of activity, serving nearly 575,000 visitors a day. Kitchens are the Grand Central Station of most homes in America. Multiple meals and snacks are prepared in home kitchens day-in and day-out. ...
Views: 1084(1 vote) - Half-Baked Ideas Are Better Than None - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Young KimI hate wasting food. Rather than allowing food to rot, I have to become an Iron Chef sometimes, and think of some way of salvaging the food. Sometimes I perform miracles, and sometimes my creations end up in the trash anyway. Regardless of how many times I've overcooked the fish, under baked ...
Views: 1329(3 votes) - Have a Do Not Do List - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Bryan BecksteadIncreasing your productivity hinges on your ability to not keep making the same mistakes over and over again. The people who learn from their past mistakes are the people who will move forward much quicker than those who do not. There is a saying, “If you do not learn from History, you will be ...
Views: 1273(2 votes) - Helpful Tips For Training New Staff Members - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Sharon MikrutProviding appropriate initial and ongoing training for new staff members is essential, not only in terms of preparing individuals for their new position, but also in retaining them for a longer period of time. Trained staff members are more knowledgeable and possess a diverse array of skills, ...
Views: 2542(2 votes) - Helping Your Creative Intelligence to Blossom - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from TJ PhilpottEach and every one of us possesses creative intelligence most of which is likely untapped and therefore unused. Whether it is a preoccupation with our busy lives or sheer laziness thinking outside the box is something most of us do not do enough of. Nonetheless these creative resources still ...
Views: 1501(1 vote) - Holiday Productivity - Do It! - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Julie JohnsonThere seem to be 2 schools of thought on holiday productivity. 1.Productivity goes down during the summer (and Christmas) months because people are winding down and taking holiday 2.Holidays are good for productivity because they give you a break, allow you to re-energise and be more ...
Views: 1286(1 vote) - Home Business Lead Generation - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2016 from Evan MitchellEvery business needs customers. Business is, after all, the transfer of goods, services or information from supplier to consumer. If you don’t have consumers – people who want and are prepared to pay for your goods, service or information – you don’t have a business. It’s that simple. It ...
Views: 1085(2 votes) - How Lack of Foresight Doomed An Early Auto Manufacturing Pioneer - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Geoff FickeWhatever happened to the Stanley Steamer automobile? From the production of Stanley’s first model in 1897, the Company outsold every other firm that produced internal combustion powered vehicles until the brands demise in 1924. The Steamers were safe, durable and easily maintained. So what ...
Views: 1718(2 votes) - How Much Do You Procrastinate? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Dawn AngierWe all do it—at least some of the time. We put off doing things we need or want to get done. Heck, I even wanted to put off writing this article. As I write this, the sun's shining and the wind is a perfect 10-12 knots out of the south. My boat is tied up in her slip while I sit here ...
Views: 1288(1 vote) - How Sleep Deprivation is Destroying Your Productivity, and How to Counter It - by Submitted on May 30, 2019 from David KieslingExpressions such as ”burning the midnight oil” sure do look good on a nice shiny plaque, however, they hold little in terms of practical application, especially considering what we now know about sleep deprivation and its impact on our productivity and overall health. Yes, there are rare ...
Views: 1041(1 vote) - How to be brave and go after your goals - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Dia ThabetAre you brave? Do you allow fear to destroy your dreams and goals? If you allowed your fear to destroy your goals, then I’m sure you became frustrated and maybe thought about giving up on your goals and dreams at one point in life. Despite all the challenges that you might have encountered, ...
Views: 3602(1 vote) - How to Easily Overcome Procrastination Permanently - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Jimmy RoosEveryone does it, including you. You have things to do, important things or unimportant things, and you delay doing them until the last minute. If Procrastination were an Olympic event you might have won a gold medal, you’re that good at it. You make jokes about being a world class ...
Views: 1372(1 vote) - How to Reduce Costs of Web Designing Your Own Website way - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Nidheesh ChandranThe need of a website for you or your organization is an absolute must have. The only problem when doing so is the lump sum cost incurred. But, whatever it is, you want it to be the best among the rest. It should look great and should be easily manageable Owning a website is a source which gives ...
Views: 593(1 vote) - How to Survive the Daily E-Mail Attack - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Lisa MontanaroFor most people these days, keeping up with the daily onslaught of email is a major challenge. In fact, experts estimate that e-mail has added an extra 1.23 hours to the average person's workday (E-Writing: 21st Century Tools for Effective Communication by Diana Booher; Managing Your E-Mail by ...
Views: 1577(1 vote) - How To Turn Your To-Dos Into Friends - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerYou're no stranger to the overwhelm associated with an ever-increasing to-do list; no entrepreneur is. But there's a simple reframe we can apply to move from overwhelm to 'over and done.' Take a look at your to-do list, and instead of viewing it as an exasperating army of tasks clamoring ...
Views: 1230(2 votes) - I Never Seem to Have the Time - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Scott ColettiEveryone with a show of hands, “Who is guilty of having said this before?” Guilty as charged. Let us face it, we all have said this or at least thought this more so than we probably even realize. Our lives are extremely busy, or so we think. I came across some neat information online that I ...
Views: 1132(2 votes) - Increasing Productivity When Working Online - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from TJ PhilpottWhen you are working online increasing productivity should be an ongoing goal and one you have targeted from the very start. As an entrepreneur you will face many responsibilities and challenges that will test your skills and patience. By facing these challenges and meeting your responsibilities ...
Views: 812(1 vote) - Kindergarten Planning Works and Works Extraordinarily Well - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Catherine FranzHave you ever returned to your office after time away to find where you left off and what priorities you are working had escaped your memory? I have. Too many times before I learned this... Before I share the answer, come and experience my journey to the answer. A year or so ago, I was ...
Views: 1614(6 votes) - Lack of Motivation - Busting the Habit - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Rotem CohenDo you lack the motivation to get out of bed on time? Have you recently discovered that you’ve been surrendering to laziness and procrastination? Discovering the factor that motivates you is one issue, it is quite another to be capable of staying with it… Staying motivated and productive ...
Views: 2657(1 vote) - Learning From Your Online Success - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from TJ PhilpottWhen working on the internet your first step towards online success begins to take place in the planning stages. Creating a business plan of some sort is the only way to coordinate your efforts and get the best results! It is important to note however that most successful online businesses take ...
Views: 750(1 vote) - Maximize Your Resources for Success Online - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from TJ PhilpottThe success online you experience is in most cases a by-product of a journey involving experimentation and personal growth. An internet marketing business has access to not only a global audience but an ever growing array of tools and resources upon which you can build your business! Sometimes ...
Views: 899(1 vote) - Million Dollar Tips On Managing Your Time - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Kendall SummerHawkHave you ever noticed that entrepreneurs will scrimp and save every dollar they can but then fritter away hours of their time on unproductive (and often un-fun) activities that add nothing to their 1ncome? Why IS that?! The reasons are twofold. First, most business owners don’t truly know ...
Views: 1049(1 vote) - Online Data Backup Services: Reasons why businesses are turning towards them - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Jim StrangeCOST When people compare the cost of backup solutions they often make the mistake of just looking at the monthly fees involved with data backup services. There is often a failure to understand the accumulation of costs related to tape backup of which there are many hidden costs that ...
Views: 633(1 vote) - OVERCOMING ANALYSIS PARALYSIS - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2016 from Sharon DanzgerYou want to make the right decision. We all do. But every time you get close to making a decision, doubt creeps into your head and you start to look for more information. And then a little more. There is truly no end to the research and information gathering you can do. This is what I ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - Overcoming Overwhelm: 5 Secrets to Peaceful Productivity - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2012 from Christine KaneOverwhelm is one of the toughest things my clients face. No surprise, of course. Many entrepreneurs tend to have one thing in common: They’re creative types with lots of great ideas and a deep desire to be of service in the world. (If you’re reading this, you’re probably that ...
Views: 1321(1 vote) - Planning Your Way to Social Media Success - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Sue KochHave you ever ordered a piece of ‘assembly required’ furniture, glanced at the cryptic instructions, put them down in frustration and tried to figure it out on your own, because, really, how difficult could it be? Perhaps it isn’t so difficult, but planning would better ensure the intended ...
Views: 1441(2 votes) - Planning Your Way to Success! - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Charlene RashkowWhether you are a small company or a larger corporation, one of the primary keys to success lies in preparing and following a good marketing plan. Why? Because you can have the most awesome product or service to offer, but without a plan in place, you may flounder for direction and waste a lot ...
Views: 1366(2 votes) - Practically a Genius or Practical Genius - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Jerry StockingLast weekend I was sitting in a bar with two internet marketing geniuses. I was immediately reminded how much I enjoy and am turned on by genius. There guys aren't the kind of heady, top heavy geniuses who can do one thing better than anyone else but are just plain weird when out of their narrow ...
Views: 964(1 vote) - Procrastination Be Gone - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Christopher MontroseIt would be awesome if we could just wave our magic wand, say “procrastination be gone”, and lo an behold – we become the most productive person on our planet. In reality eliminating procrastination is far from easy. But, these tips should help you be well on your way to succeed with this ...
Views: 1240(1 vote) - Productivity Coaching - Hobbies and Your Productivity - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Dave CrenshawWho wouldn’t like to spend more time on their hobby? Whether it is fantasy sports, golf, hiking, scrapbooking, or underwater basket weaving, finding that extra hour or two to devote to your favorite pastime is a challenge. I’ve met with many executives who report a constant tug of war between ...
Views: 957(1 vote) - Search Engine Marketing: A gateway to make your Business known and Successful - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Sanjana SharmaIt will be right to say that major goal of every business is to achieve the popularity and profit. To achieve these two business parameters is quite difficult especially in today's competitive world. Alternatively, there are many ways to earn profits and make your presence felt. But it varies ...
Views: 788(1 vote) - Seven Ways to Live a More Productive and Positive Lifestyle - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Ryan LoweDoesn’t it seem like every time you turn on the TV or get on the computer, there is always more negative news that just weighs you down. On top of that, you have your own personal issues to deal with. This “negative storm” can cause someone to feel stuck, lost and full of anxiety. It is the fear ...
Views: 1270(1 vote) - Seventeen Ways to Get Faster Answers and Save Clicks - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Catherine FranzYou have already been using the Google search field, or maybe it’s Yahoo’s search field, for years now. And generally you probably have it open ready to go while using other programs. Here are ways you can reduce your number of clicks, and of course, save you time in the process just by using ...
Views: 1626(1 vote) - Small Business Coaching - A Culture of When - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Dave CrenshawOne of the common threads I see with many business owners and executives is a desire to be constantly accessible to their clients and to people who call them. They feel if they are always available, it shows others that they put the customer first and are working hard. However, this creates a ...
Views: 829(1 vote) - Smart Women Celebrate Their Independence - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffA few days each week I exercise with a few Smart Women in a park near my home that overlooks the Pacific Ocean. It's a beautiful setting that lends itself to taking your mind off the muscle pain and exhaustion from the workout! We are surrounded by magnificent sycamore and oak trees that stand ...
Views: 1192(2 votes) - Spring Cleaning for your Office in 10 Easy Steps - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Donna LindleyThe flowers are blooming and the birds are chirping...now if we can only get the temperatures to catch up. Spring cleaning is a tradition in colder climates where we freshen up our homes and offices from top to bottom after the long winter. Many people associate spring cleaning with scrubbing, ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - Start Your Day the Night Before - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Young KimIt took me nearly thirty minutes to get ready for the gym this morning. Normally, I have all my clothes and gear ready the night before so that I can just grab them and go. It's a habit I learned from my girlfriend, who always lays her clothes out the night before. I forgot to do that so I ...
Views: 1191(4 votes) - Sticky Notes Are Good for One Thing - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Dave CrenshawWe’ve all seen it. The array of brightly colored squares decorating the sides of someone’s computer monitor or desk or cork-board or chair or car dashboard. It’s the sticky note graveyard. In the beginning, people start out with good intentions. They make themselves a temporary note to call ...
Views: 945(1 vote) - Success Methods - Time Saving Tips - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Charles MooreheadThis article provides many time saving tips. One of the most persistent obstacles to personal achievement is that old bugaboo, "I never have enough time." The following insights and methods reveal how to have more time. You can review these methods and adopt the ones that seem most ...
Views: 1719(1 vote) - SWAP Your New Year's Resolution - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Joey FaucetteHow’s your New Year’s resolution working out? How would you like to SWAP your resolution for something more successful? Think of SWAP as an acronym and Work Positive to transform your chosen target of change into productive results using these three proven methods: S - Song Resolutions ...
Views: 1135(1 vote) - Switchtasking - Turn Off Your Monitor - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Dave CrenshawEvery day our society becomes more and more virtual, more digital. We have less in-person conversations and more meetings over the phone and through web conferencing. As transportation costs continue to raise, this shift toward long-distance communication is becoming ...
Views: 1081(1 vote) - The Advantages of HR Staffing - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Melissa NathansWhat are the advantages of working with an HR staffing company rather than hiring new employees? First and foremost it saves companies money. Rather than risking a full year's salary on new employees, you only pay for the labor you receive. Even if you hire part time workers on your own, you ...
Views: 782(1 vote) - The Importance of Solitude When Marketing on the Internet - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottMarketing on the internet can be a very fast pace environment with constant change and challenges. Working online from home can even add a few additional distractions you would not normally encounter in a 'normal' work environment. The phone ringing off the hook, kids playing and the neighbor at ...
Views: 660(1 vote) - The Power of Investment - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Bethel Williams-OkezieMany folks think that wealth or money-making is as simple as praying and waiting until God rains down money from heaven. The above belief could only amount to a myth and equals frustration. The Bible teaches believers how to make huge legitimate money in a simple formula - "Cast thy bread ...
Views: 1326(1 vote) - The winning combination - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2009 from Deepak DixitAt any workplace, there are two extreme types of working persons- Action oriented - One who works on already decided jobs or policies. Work is mostly done on physical level. His/her decision making powers are very limited. He /she are generally referred as worker. Thought oriented- He/she ...
Views: 1258(5 votes) - Using EFT for Procrastination - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Lorae MarstenEFT For Procrastination Uncovering and Neutralizing Blocks to Moving Forward (If you are uncertain about how to do EFT or where to locate the tapping points, go to my website homepage and request a copy of the EFT Quickstart Manual: www.loraemarsten.com.) Whatever the root cause, with ...
Views: 2657(2 votes) - Want to Avoid Getting Sidetracked? Own Your Interruptions! - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2009 from Lisa MontanaroImagine you are on a roll, engrossed in a project, in the "flow." All of a sudden, the phone rings, an e-mail alarm goes off, a colleague is standing in your doorway, a fax is coming over the machine, etc. Ah, interruptions. If you didn't define all of those as an interruption, think ...
Views: 2384(3 votes) - What Are You Waiting For? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Carole HodgesWhere did we learn that there was reward in waiting? Was it standing in line in school years ago? Or do we learn sitting in traffic jams that we should slow down? Is this scenario familiar? You have a list of things to do. On this list are important tasks that move your business forward. ...
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