When’s the last time you had a really productive work day, where you were unstoppable and leapt tall buildings in a single bound? If it’s been a while, consider some of these tricks below to spruce up the daily grind. 1. Start at COB – Already feeling behind before you reach your desk? A few […]
Have you found it a struggle to stay motivated lately? Perhaps you’re building a new habit, learning something new or falling behind on a regular activity. Motivation comes in many forms and as individuals we are motivated in different ways. An end goal with an enticing reward attached is propelling for some, whereas others make […]
With October coming to a close tomorrow, chances are you’re gasping at the thought of December and perhaps feeling suddenly, very behind. Don’t despair, and don’t write off the end of the year just yet. Instead of stressing about crazy December, get busy. Pull out the stops and make November a bumper month of productivity. […]
One time-stealing habit that can sabotage our efforts to be punctual is this: We think we can do one more thing before we walk out the door. Check for messages, compose an email, make a phone call, take a quick peek at Facebook or Twitter, organise the cupboards, etc. Most of the things we try […]
During a recent client session, an area of focus was on how to create less chaotic, stress-free mornings. Contrary to what you might think, the issue wasn’t about getting up earlier. In fact, most of the adjustments we made focused on what could be done the night before. This article follows on from the principles in […]
Are your best laid plans often scuppered by lack of preparation? That’s because planning and preparing are two different things. You plan to get out of the house by 7.00, but at 7.35 you’re still racing around getting dressed, throwing stuff in your briefcase or searching for your keys. You didn’t prepare. You’ve been planning […]
We all fall behind from time to time, but if you’re amassing several stacks of post because you’re afraid of opening mail, the consequences could be costly. Mounting late fees. Poor credit ratings. Unclaimed money. Missed opportunities. Anxiety and stress. You may deeply dread what may be lurking inside, but ignoring your mail won’t make […]
If you’re struggling with your existing task and project management system – or perhaps a lack thereof – consider turning to some technology to make life simpler. Today we’ll look at some basic functions of the Firetask app and how it can help you tame those never-ending tasks and to-do’s. The features below are by […]
How do you motivate yourself into action when your to-do’s leave you uninspired? Let’s face it, not all tasks are created equal. Some duties are fun and give us those coveted quick wins. Others can be downright loathsome, daunting, tedious, mundane or boring. One reason for our struggle to get moving is due to a […]
A place for everything and everything in its place. Question is, is there a place for space? How many empty spaces are there in your home or office? Is there a drawer, shelf, cabinet or surface kept empty for empty sake? We’ll shrink or expand our volume of stuff to the space we have available. […]