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- 4 Sound Tips That Work Like Magic to Organize Clutter - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnEvery December it is with great anticipation that we watch the mail for our invitation to the open house at the governor’s mansion. Our mailman becomes our new best friend for a few weeks as he delivers Christmas cards and packages. But we only get one invitation where we get to dress up and ...
Views: 1366(1 vote) - Part-time Work Arrangements: Panacea Or Just A Pay Cut? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Suzi PomerantzThe Mommy, Esq. Series -- Part-time Work Arrangements: Panacea or Just a Pay Cut? By Suzi Pomerantz, MT., MCC. and Megan Mahony-Wickham, Esq After waking up for that 3 a.m. feeding, then again at 5 a.m. to squeeze in a workout before throwing in a load of laundry, wiping smeared something off ...
Views: 1366 - Do The Right Things - by Submitted on May 08, 2003 from Julie DonleyLife is so fast-paced today with people trying to do so much that many people find themselves stressed to the max. By maintaining a state of constant busyness, people run themselves into exhaustion. And, at the end of the day, they’re thinking, “There’s got to be a better way.” Life is not a ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - Priorities: Don't Dry Your Dishes - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2004 from David LeonhardtPriorities: Don't Dry Your Dishes By David Leonhardt Do your dishes really need to be dried, or could you just let the water evaporate? If you spend just 5 minutes per meal drying dishes, that equals a quarter of an hour per day, or 91 hours each year. Imagine spending almost four days in a ...
Views: 1363 - Make Time Your Ally - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Andrew HortonTime, energy and health are the fundamental raw materials of life, which you can choose to use wisely, waste or even kill. Treat your time, energy and health as your most precious possessions and invest them wisely. Make the conscious decision today, to take control, of the application of ...
Views: 1362 - Personalize Balance - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Kimberly FulcherThe second most prominent question I encounter as I meet with people around the world has to do with balance. “How do I balance all of the demands of my life; work, home, family and self?” One Thing To Think About You are unique, and your life is like no other. What equates to life balance ...
Views: 1362 - Frenzied Time Management - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Harlan Goerger6 Absolutes for Top Performance. Does your day start with something along this order? You pick up the phone, “Can we get together next Tuesday?” “Oh man we are so swamped, I don’t know how I can get freed up!” goes the voice on the other end. Most of us in management and sales end up ...
Views: 1361 - Over Doing and Over Taxing - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Karel MurrayHave you ever just stopped in the middle of a busy place and study what is going on around you? I recently viewed a film of an event that occurred in Time Square, orchestrated by a group of 20 or so “performers”. In the midst of a frenzied crowd, these individuals, on cue, simply stopped - ...
Views: 1361 - Seeing Time: 6 Practical Steps To Manage Time Successfully with ADHD - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sarah Jane KeyserImagine.yourself sitting in the middle of the railroad tracks making mud pies. A long loud woo-hoo-oo echoes in the air. You look up to see a huge train engine bearing down on you. Cut ! "What ? Why on earth would I be doing such a silly thing ?" Well, change the scene a bit. You aren't ...
Views: 1361 - Tackling Your To-Do List: Unforseen Events Will Arise - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Jeff DavidsonBy Jeff Davidson Each day when you compose your to-do list, and begin merrily proceeding down the list, do you take into account what is likely to occur in the course of a day? No matter how well we compose our to-do lists, and how productive we are in handling the products and tasks on ...
Views: 1361 - Corporate Event Management A Essential Part Of Any Business - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Priyanka GulatiAn event management consultant will help you plan the event while also providing advice and recommendations when choosing a location and locations. When planning a conference or seminar, it is important to keep it simple, relevant and interesting. There are many ways you can do this by improving ...
Views: 1358 - The "Yes List:" The Key to Living on Purpose - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Leanna FredrichYou don't have to let yourself be terrorized by other people's expectations of you. Sue Thoele One must live the way one thinks or end up thinking the way one has lived. Paul Bourget The more time you spend doing what is important to you the quicker the unimportant things drift away. ...
Views: 1357(2 votes) - The Power of a Nap - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Barby IngleA child’s life is full of stressful situations that they have to learn to overcome. Maybe children that take naps have it right. Children get snappy and distressed when they need a break and need to zone out form the stress of life. As chronic pain patients, we could follow their example and ...
Views: 1356(2 votes) - The Ten Best Tips For Time Management Techniques - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe essential motto when talking about time management techniques is that time is far more priceless than money. By making use of smart time management techniques you would be more effective, more productive and more efficient. Without the right management of time, a lot of hours, minutes and ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - The Importance of Time Management - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Bruce KidsonThe importance of Time management cannot be over exaggerated. Time is our most valuable asset. Time is what we want most, but what we use worst. ~ William Penn We cannot manage time but only the activity that we do in that time. We each have 168 hours a week. And how we use our time depends ...
Views: 1354 - Inundated In Intention - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2007 from Niquenya FulbrightThis week I find myself drowning in duties and obligations. I had intended to do quite a few things that have been left to fall to the wayside, so to speak. That's the thing about intentions. They mean absolutely nothing without action. What can you do to ensure that all of your ...
Views: 1353 - Work Smarter Not Faster for Maximum Efficiency - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2007 from Shafir AhmadWith our busy lives and mounting responsibilities we think that the faster we work, or the harder we work, the more we will accomplish. While this sounds good in theory, it is just not true. When we try to work faster, we may lose focus and this results in taking longer to complete a project. ...
Views: 1352 - 3 Tips to Make More Money by Managing Your Time - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinDo you want to make more money? If so, you are like most Americans today. The latest surveys show that money is the most common concern for people. They report that finances have a huge effect on their levels of stress. Instead of constantly worrying about your lack of funds, think about how ...
Views: 1352 - End Procrastination Around Homework: A 3 Minute Strategy for Teens - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2016 from Pat LaDouceurThe Homework Bottleneck Do you wish sometimes that there was a simple way to end procrastination around homework? First, take a minute and ask yourself which of these scenarios sounds more like your teen? Both students have the same class and homework assignment. Student 1 walks in the ...
Views: 1351 - How Multi-tasking Wastes Your Time - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Michael ErwinMulti-tasking is described by many of our readers and clients as an essential part of their time management strategy. It seems most people are proud of the fact they can multi-task. There is a perception that it makes you more efficient. I often have people say to me 'there is so much going on I ...
Views: 1349 - SEIZE YOUR MOMENT IN LIFE! - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2012 from Ryan LoweIf you have never had the chance to see a New Orleans cemetery, you missed something special. They’re not morbid rows of headstones. They’re beautiful cities of stone; the monuments and mausoleums are works of art. Weeping angels, cathedral-like monuments, granite statues, wrought-iron fences, ...
Views: 1349 - 5 Tips For Overscheduled Moms: How To Find More Time In Your Day - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from April MimsBeing a mom requires us to play many roles throughout the day. We’re mom, wife, caregiver, employee, housekeeper, chef, and taxi driver. And the list could go on and on. It’s no wonder that we’re so stressed out and tired all the time! Rather than looking forward to the future when our kids ...
Views: 1348 - Cross It Off Your List - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Liz SumnerThis is for people who can't seem to get everything done. Those of you who efficiently take care of every detail ahead of time don't need to read any further. As a recovering procrastinator I have a great deal of experience with To Do lists. I've embellished them with multi-color highlighters, ...
Views: 1348 - Debunking the Myth of Not Having Enough Time - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Gian Fiero |Professionally, we often hear people say that they are busy. Some people repeat it so much that they sound like broken records. But are they really that busy? Or do they suffer from faulty time management skills? In the vast majority of cases, it's the latter reason. There are 24 hours in a ...
Views: 1347(2 votes) - 5 Signs Your Team Needs to Grow - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2015 from Tracey OsborneI remember the moment I realized I needed to grow my team from being a solopreneur to a multi-VA company. It was clear as day that I needed to expand, and yet, I was scared to death to pull the trigger and hire my first contractor. Did I really need another person? How would I ensure the ...
Views: 1346 - Setting Up a Sales Funnel - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Tracey OsborneToday, I want to go into more detail about how to set one up that’s going to increase your sales and be easy to maintain. Let’s get started. 1. Opt In – We’ll start with someone subscribing to your list. This is one you’ve probably got covered already. If you have any kind of freebie ...
Views: 1346 - 12 Easy Ways to Organize your Work or Home Life (or both!) - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2003 from Heather DiodatiDDesign You have permission to publish this article electronically or in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines are included. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated I admit it! Sometimes I'm overwhelmed by the seemingly endless streams of paperwork. Emails I want to ...
Views: 1345(2 votes) - How Valuable is Your Time? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Jeremiah CarstarphenYour time is your most valuable asset in the world…much more valuable than money. People have lost millions of dollars and made it back two times over, but when you lose time you can never get it back. These are my 5 keys to making the most of your time here on earth. Value your time more than ...
Views: 1345(4 votes) - Time Management-Defining Stupidity - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2006 from Denise LandersStupidity: Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results No one should be billing themselves as stupid. After all you are operating in a very high-paced world, handling multiple demands on your time, and still producing good work. Yet if you are operating in this ...
Views: 1345 - ***Timely Tips to Step Out of Angry Time Traps - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Paula EderAnger is one of the most challenging time traps there is. But once you recognize the traps, you can begin to free yourself and boost your effectiveness! Let's explore 3 anger traps that may be familiar to you. Then I'll share a powerful exercise that can free you in just 3 ...
Views: 1344 - Tips & Helpful Lists for Holiday, Year End Prep and New Year Goals - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Mary DykstraIt's been a challenging year. How are you heading into 2010? Are You Ready For Your Life Now? Many of us are overwhelmed by our stuff, schedules & having to deal with change. I help clients set decision making criteria in 3 areas: What to let in? Where will it go (space & schedule)? How do ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - To-Do: The Curse and the Blessing of Humankind - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Jeff Davidsonby Jeff Davidson Everyone I know from college age on up maintains some form of a to-do list. And why not? Without writing down the things we want or need to complete, it is awfully hard to proceed throughout the day. Yet, in recent years, the unrelenting burden of handling an ever-growing ...
Views: 1344 - 3 Tips to Getting More Done with Less Stress - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Stephanie Frankip #1 Feeling like you can’t get it all done? Schedule Focus Time every day. This is the time you are not to be disturbed. Turn off the phone, shut down email and determine your biggest need for action at this time. Then set your timer and get it done! Tip #2 Tired of losing phone ...
Views: 1343(4 votes) - Time Management versus Goal Planning - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from John SteelyGood time management is closely linked to goal planning, but they are not the same. Time management is a tool used to implement the steps needed to reach a goal, but it is not part of the goal achievement. By examining the differences, we can gain clarity on both time management and goal ...
Views: 1341 - Trolling For Topics - On Autopilot - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Carma SpenceHow do you keep finding fresh topics to talk about on your blog, podcast or ezine? One good way to keep up with your favorite subject is by subscribing to RSS feeds and creating RSS feeds for the keywords you choose. Who are the "big fish" in your market? If you've niched your business ...
Views: 1340 - Breaking Through Procrastination - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2004 from Beth Tabak“I have learned that most regrets come from the things I DIDN’T do. I have learned that regret lasts forever.” Simply Brilliant Procrastination...putting off what you can do today until tomorrow...7 years, 5 months, and 2 days later you’re wondering why you never started that book. It would ...
Views: 1339 - Overcoming Procrastination - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Emma TylorThere it is. PROCRASTINATION rears its ugly head again. I've definitely been a victim of this monster, and I don't think I've ever met anyone that hasn't struggled with it in one form or another. The fact is that putting something off that needs to be done makes us feel lousy. And ...
Views: 1339 - 5 Tips to Manage Your Time Effectively - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from sam sanderTime is the most powerful currency of the 21st century. And this powerful currency demands much of our attention. Unfortunately, most people never make use of this remarkable resource we have – our time. Here’s some tips to help you make the most of your time every single day: 1.Break down ...
Views: 1338 - A Mompreneur’s Guide to Survive Working During Summer - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2014 from Christina WeberBefore I took my mom biz seriously, family summers weren’t that intimidating. I experimented with dragging my laptop here and there (not necessarily recommended) and other tactics I thought necessary in my journey from mom to mompreneur. I wasn’t stressed about productivity because I didn’t ...
Views: 1338 - 10 Ways to send 10% Fewer E-mail Messages - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2010 from Marsha EganInformation Overload Awareness Day is fast approaching. Yes. We all struggle with the barrage of information that we receive and is available to us daily. And one of the ever growing sources of that information is e-mail. Consider the world productivity impact if everyone sent 10% fewer ...
Views: 1337 - 12 Competencies for Effective Time Management - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Susan CullenWe’re all faced with too much to do these days. But one person’s challenge may not be someone else’s. In order to really maximize the use of your time, you need to have a good understanding about what YOUR unique time management challenges are. As you review the following 12 ...
Views: 1337 - Make Room for Success in 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2015 from Porschia Parker-GriffinAre you ready to achieve success in your life or career but constantly feel drained or overwhelmed? That’s natural because we are consistently bombarded with tasks, emails, phone calls, text messages, and social media. You might have the greatest intentions, but still find obstacles getting in ...
Views: 1336 - The Secrets of Effective Time Management - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Jeremy Gislason“It has been my observation that most people get ahead during the time that others waste time.” Henry Ford Managing your time, finding balance, and living a complete and joyous life in this day and age almost feels like an oxymoron. Today, more than ever before, we run from one task to ...
Views: 1334(3 votes) - The ADHD Challenge of Saying No - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Meghan Gehan“Half of the troubles of this life can be traced to saying yes too quickly and not saying no soon enough.” ~Josh Billings Sometimes I feel immense pressure to do things I don’t want to do. Other people’s priorities end up being my priorities and then I wonder why I struggle with overwhelm. ...
Views: 1333 - Web Based School Management Software and It's Importance - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2016 from KS InfotechIn today’s world, computer technology is been used by human in almost every sector. Whether it is bank or shop or school, computer technology is widely used in all ways. The mobile and internet technology are growing leaps and bound rate. Linking of software with the internet provides an ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - Cybersecurity Measures For Your Enterprise - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2016 from Hello PeopleLets us tell you the most innovative areas in which cash, time and exertion will be invested in by the ventures. These trends are relied upon to significantly affect on endeavors and may require large investment. cyber-security 1. Automation Automation has turned into a vital part of ...
Views: 1332 - Just One Thing This Holiday Season - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Renee UrsemThe push to get started on holiday shopping and planning starts earlier every year. Right after Halloween, images of parka-clad shoppers and ornaments decorated with sale items dance across our screens, urging us to shop early. A woman in my husband’s office asked if he was ready for the ...
Views: 1332 - Teamwork is All About "ME" - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Charles LutzWhenever I teach a class or give a presentation on teamwork, I always give the old adage of "There's no 'I' or 'U' in the word TEAM." Just like clockwork, as if drawn by the laws of physics, someone will shout out, "Yah, but there is a 'ME'!" I then enthusiastically reply, "YES!" My astute ...
Views: 1331(7 votes) - The True Master Of The Clock & Calendar Has Neither! - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from William CottringerThe True Master Of The Clock & Calendar Has Neither! By Bill Cottringer “Time is our most important resource which is equally distributed to all, but unequally used by most.” ~The author. Wasted Time— Some on past memories, More on future hopes, Most on not being here, Now and in ...
Views: 1330(1 vote) - 6 S.I.M.P.L.E. Steps to Better Time Management - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Carroll EmersonI, like most people, am not very good at managing my time. Everyday seems to pass by rather quickly and I wonder what it is I accomplished for the day. I seem to mis-calculate the time it takes to accomplish certain tasks and goals. Do you have the same dilemma and challenge? Due to the ...
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