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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- Creativity Happens >Between< Our Thoughts - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2017 from Lance BregerOut on a run…WHAM! In the shower…POW! Washing the dishes…BANG! On the toilet…BOOM! Creativity often slaps you upside the head like a villain from a 60’s Batman television episode when you least expect it...SMACK! It was reported that Einstein would sit in the bathtub for hours until ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - How To Plan Your Work to Accomplish More - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2012 from TJ PhilpottWhen you plan your work do you try to keep your schedule light or do you focus more on increasing productivity? Many believe that having a busy schedule leads to uncompleted tasks, frustration and stress and therefore does little in regards to increasing productivity! On the contrary there is ...
Views: 1593(1 vote) - Dancing with Life’s Messiness - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from M.J. RyanIf insanity is doing the same thing over and over expecting different results, what is thinking the same thing over and over despite evidence to the contrary? I refer to my chronic illusion that some day I Will Get Everything Under Control. In my mind, it’s soon, just not now: after my ...
Views: 1592(2 votes) - Executive Effectiveness: Becoming Highly Productive - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Michael BeckFor an executive to be highly effective, they need to become highly productive. In addition, how they attain high productivity is as important as the productivity itself. High productivity is essential for executives because it serves three important purposes. The first, most obvious, is that ...
Views: 1592 - Productivity – You Have to Write a Plan - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Alice CalchProductivity isn’t something you pull out of thin air. It happens because you have several traits – a strong work ethic, the ability to focus on tasks that need to be accomplished, and the ability to organize your work life well. Part of that organization is a consistent habit of planning each ...
Views: 1592 - The 3 Qualities That Make You a Good Driver on the Road - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2017 from Ron SpencerWhen it comes to being safe on the road with a car, most drivers tend to be complacent about it and believe that their driving skills wouldn’t get them in trouble in any way. What they forget it that no matter how good they are with driving, you never know when accidents take place where you may ...
Views: 1592 - 6 Ways to Be Productive on the Weekends - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from Carly WrightIt's easy to let your weekends slip on by without accomplishing a single task. Sure, laying out by the pool all day or watching movie marathons are both appealing options. However, think about how you'll feel on Sunday night when not one chore was completed. Procrastination is a problem for ...
Views: 1591(2 votes) - 5 Simple Techniques to Get Unstuck - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2015 from Melissa HeislerIt happens to each one of us at one time or another. We become stuck. We enter a state of lethargy. Whether it involves our work or our home life, there are just days (and unfortunately sometimes weeks and months) where we feel stuck. We don’t seem to have the energy to move forward. We feel the ...
Views: 1590 - You? A Bottleneck? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Jan BolickThis is a true story – heard every day – from all walks of life. The names have been changed to protect the innocent and guilty. Jane could be a co- worker, student, direct report, family member – actually anyone in your life. In this version – she is a customer service rep trying to keep ...
Views: 1590(3 votes) - How to Get More Done in Less Time - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Heather DominickHave you ever had the feeling of having so much to do that your head spins, your energy feels drained and all action just stands still? Here's why: most of us have been taught to approach our tasks from only a head point of view. There's great productivity power in engaging your energy as a ...
Views: 1589 - Are You 2013 Ready? — Leverage Your New Year’s Resolution for Better Productivity and Business Success! - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Terry HillThe New Year is here and already some are having doubts about their ability to stick to their resolutions. The problem with most resolutions is that they start out good and strong, but eventually wane and fade within a few weeks. Yet, despite all that, a few individuals will actually succeed ...
Views: 1588(2 votes) - *** Intention Has Power: 5 Steps to Powerful Intention - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite“Unless you marry intention to action, you end up with only a brief affair.” - author unknown Many people fill their days with thoughts of who they want to be, what they want to do and what they want to have. "I want financial freedom. I want a new car. I want to take a vacation this year. I ...
Views: 1587 - Harness Distracted Focus – Leadership’s Secret Weapon – Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffPublic Enemy No. 1 for leadership and management is distracted focus. It leads to lack of clarity and reduces personal and workforce engagement, productivity and performance. Change the focus dynamic in your life and you will improve your personal performance, engage your team and improve long ...
Views: 1587 - The Top 7 Reasons You Don't Have Time For What's Important - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Jennifer HazlettOne of the most common challenges I hear from small business owners is that they do not have enough time to focus on what's really important in their business. In order to solve this problem you first have to determine why this is a challenge. Once this is clear, you can look at strategies to ...
Views: 1586 - Tips To Buy Drilling Machines Online For Domestic Use - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2017 from alan coryDrill machines are used for a wide variety of DIY projects. However, if you have never bought a drill machine before, then choosing one for home use would be quite difficult for you. Here are some useful tips using which you can acquire the best quality of portable drill machines: ...
Views: 1586 - Uncorking Your Creative Thinking - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from TJ PhilpottCreative thinking is how we as human beings evolve on a cognitive level. Our ability to utilize our problem solving skills lead to innovative solutions that allow our society to make advancements previously thought impossible. Thinking outside the box is what separates us from many other life ...
Views: 1585(2 votes) - Where To Use A Retractable Banner Display? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2017 from sandeep KumarRetractable banners are the most popular among trade shows. Known by the name pull up banners, they can be easily set up, pulled down and carried. When compared with other banners stands are inexpensive and come in wide range of sizes, styles, brands and levels of quality. So, they are extremely ...
Views: 1585(1 vote) - How Do I Keep My Plate Clear and Stay Frazzle–Free? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Stephanie FrankQ: Tony asks, “What is your best method of keeping your plate from getting so full, you feel frazzled?” A: That is a great question. There are a lot of different ways to simplify your systems so you don’t feel frazzled, but let me give you a really quick method to manage everything that’s on ...
Views: 1584(2 votes) - Top 4 Reasons to Seriously Consider Installing Cctv Cameras - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2017 from Ron SpencerThe need of the hour is to safeguard your home and family considering the rapid increase in criminal activities these days. Thankfully, there are several measures you can take these days to secure your premise. CCTV camera system in Blacktown for instance, has become an integral part of home ...
Views: 1583 - Ditch the Gadgets and Gain Your Independence - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2015 from Jaynine HowardOur Declaration of Independence gives us the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. My cell phone ensures every day is Independence Day. I have been liberated from having to carry my laptop, Ereader, camera, and a GPS. I don’t have to visit the bank to make a deposit. I am able to ...
Views: 1582 - How Your Attitude Impacts Your Productivity - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from TJ PhilpottYour attitude is so very influential in just about everything you do yet we all tend to occasionally overlook this! For the most part people with a positive outlook seem to be more productive and as a result happier as well! Let's have a closer look at 3 reasons as to why a positive outlook ...
Views: 1582(2 votes) - What Makes A Bespoke Suit A Bespoke Suit? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2008 from Remy NaA bespoke suit is a suit that is cut and fitted right on the premises, and requires a number of fittings and a substantial financial investment. Bespoke tailoring is a craft that takes decades to become a master at, and these tailors make creating a tailor fitted suit or shirt a thing of art and ...
Views: 1581 - Productivity and Motivation - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Tony DosanjhMotivation and productivity are two interrelated concepts, the latter fuels the former and the former is the ending result of the latter. Productivity is a measure of performance to show how effective an organization can turn its resources into products (or services) ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - How to Save Money on Your Tech - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2017 from Jane HurstHow would you like to get the latest tech gadgets, without having to spend a whole lot of money to have the latest tech gadgets? Believe it or not, this is possible. You just have to be a savvy shopper. What you don't want to do is go out and spend a lot of money on the first item you see. It is ...
Views: 1578(1 vote) - Master Plan - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2009 from Deepak Dixit“Plan for the worst and Hope for the best” You must have probably heard this quote. Unfortunately many people go just opposite. They make plan where they consider all situations and factors in their favor. Being optimistic is very good but not while you are planning. Making a workable plan ...
Views: 1577(4 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: 1575(1 vote) - Are You Wearing Success Blinders? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2010 from Danielle MillerI live in a part of the country that has a large population of Amish folk and this time of year they are gearing up for weddin’ season. What this means for those of us who are the “English” is that getting from here to there involves passing quite a few buggies as they make their way to a ...
Views: 1572(1 vote) - 2 Considerations When You Begin to Outsource Projects - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Hugh StewartMany self-employed people believe they cannot afford to outsource. There are actually good, sound business reasons for outsourcing and delegating. Take an honest appraisal of what you are spending your time on: Are you working on things you do not like doing? Are you spending time on tasks that ...
Views: 1570(3 votes) - 10 Simple, Everyday Ways You Can Be More Productive - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2014 from Kayla MatthewsWhen I wake up in the morning, I generally have a huge, mental list of a dozen or so big tasks I want to accomplish in the day. But, more often than not, I don’t accomplish all of those things. I’ve been working on improving my productivity for years, and I really feel like I’m getting somewhere ...
Views: 1569 - Memory Management - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2008 from Lorna RileyHave you ever thought, I'm losing it? Have you noticed that sometimes you feel like a genius and other times you can’t remember what you had for lunch? The brain is a powerful tool that controls our ability to think. Unfortunately, it didn’t come with an owner’s manual. With a few simple ...
Views: 1568 - Growing 2014 VA Scandal - by Submitted on May 14, 2014 from Abigail FazelatFor several years, the VA has been under fire for repeated instances of negligence. Reports released by CBS in 2013 revealed that medical professionals associated with the VA prescribed 259% more narcotics than in 2002, and that individualized therapy had fallen by the wayside. An affiliate of ...
Views: 1565 - Stop Shifting Gears and Stay Focused - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffResearch shows that a three second distraction doubles errors and a four-and-a-half second interruption triples errors. Are numerous daily distractions wreaking havoc on your productivity and efficiency? When was the last time you placed a “do not disturb” sign on your door? If the answer ...
Views: 1564 - 3 Positive Strategies to Finish Your Day Strong - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Joey FaucetteMost business professionals today that we coach are overwhelmed. They get to the end of the day with an ever expanding to-do list and fall exhausted into the evening commute. They return the next morning after reversing the commute and fall exhausted into their desk chair, thinking, “Here we go ...
Views: 1563(1 vote) - Decide to Decide! Learn to Become a Master Decision Maker - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Lisa MontanaroWe make decisions every day -- some trivial and some very important. Stop and ask yourself if you generally have issues with making these decisions. Do you fret over them? Does the idea or reality of making decisions freak you out? Well, if so, Decide to Decide! Becoming adept at decision ...
Views: 1563 - Good Nights, Better Mornings and Great Days! - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixOne of the best pieces of advice that a coach ever gave me was "Never begin your day before it's finished on paper." Over the years, this has served me extremely well. Whenever my day is not flowing smoothly, or I'm generally unproductive or "feeling a little lost" chances are it is due to poor ...
Views: 1563(4 votes) - Creating Successful Teams - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Andrew HortonCreating Successful Teams Encouraging your team to become energized and passionate about their roles within their respective teams can be a really challenging, yet the results that will flow from this endeavor will most certainly be well worth the effort. Passion is never passed onto your ...
Views: 1562 - Want to Know Why Pressure Washing Is so Important Before Painting? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Ron SpencerIn this superficial and judgemental world, the visual appeal has become of paramount importance. Precisely for this reason, more and more homeowners these days are always looking out for different ways to enhance the look of their house so that it gives out a great impression. If you think that ...
Views: 1561 - Dealing With Unemployment: Making a Schedule - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Dan ClarkeWhen you're unemployed one of the hardest things to deal with is all the free time you have during the day. It's easy to waste hours on useless activities like playing computers games or reading everything except the want ads. It's even easier to just sink into depression as the minutes tick by ...
Views: 1560 - Time Blocking: The Ultimate Secret to Effective Time Management - by Submitted on May 01, 2017 from Mike Gardner - The Time DoctorWe all know that Time management is an essential skill, and time blocking is an easy and powerful way to help you master this skill. Time blocking can be best described as blocking of specific periods of time in your schedule in which you commit to getting things started, progressed or finished. ...
Views: 1560 - 8 Proven Strategies to Improve Your Time Management Skills - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanIt is not easy to plan when you are in “reaction” mode. When you are organized you tend to feel more confident and in control, and much less stressed or overwhelmed. You are able to see the bigger picture in order to think strategically and assess your priorities and timelines more objectively. ...
Views: 1559 - Are you active or productive? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Debbi DickinsonI have a very busy life. Toss my daughter’s calendar of activities on top of my own and we are always on the go. We are very active and we are productive when we are focused on our priorities. An active life is where you are busy. You have a lot of tasks you are doing but you don’t seem to ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - Successful People are Drivers, Not Passengers. Become a Driver - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Bryan BecksteadWhen Donald Trump walks into his office, do you think he is a driver or a passenger? You do not even have to know what the terms means to know the answer; he's a driver. He is a successful person, do you think he got there being passive and sitting back, like a passenger, or do you think he ...
Views: 1558(3 votes) - Work Positive Like The Beatles - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Joey FaucetteDid you see Paul McCartney performing for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee? The world still loves the music of The Beatles fifty years later. They’ve sold 600 million albums internationally with 20 songs going #1 on the U.S. Billboard charts. So how did The Beatles achieve such amazing ...
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