Productivity
How to Focus
“I want more focus.” I often hear this at the coaching table. I whole heartedly agree – I want more focus too. But, where do we get it? And, can we get it in bulk? I’ve learned a key distinction about the nature of focus. Focus is not something you HAVE, it’s something you DO. It’s…
Read MoreSecond things never..
Shirley Conan once said, “First things first, second things never.” When I first heard this, I wasn’t sure what it meant. But, the more I thought about it, the more it made sense. When I fully adopted this quote in my own life, it completely changed the way I got things done. Projects were getting done…
Read MoreThe Power of Checklists
Years ago when I was moving and apartment hunting all the time, I found it difficult to keep all the detailed information straight. Which apartment came with off-street parking? How much was the square footage again? Which apartments had a washer-dryer vs. an on-site laundry mat? In order to help me remember all the questions to ask…
Read MoreBusiness Minimalism
In my household, we’ve been making changes towards zero waste living and minimalism. It’s been a challenging journey with lots of trial and error. Change is tough, but I can definitively say life is less stressful and a little more roomy from all our efforts. Not surprisingly, the lifestyle changes has spilled over to our businesses. I’ve decluttered my office, use far…
Read MoreThemes for the days of the week
Taco Tuesdays, Wednesday Hump Day, Throwback Thursday… We love themes! Assigning themes for the days of the week in your business and life is a simple way to create a little structure and boost productivity. While it may seem counterintuitive, having some structure simplifies decision making and actually creates more freedom. There are so many great ways to use themes and bring simplicity…
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