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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- Carpets Vs Timber Floors – the Age Old Debate Continues - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from Ron SpencerIf you are planning to build a new house or renovate your old one and your builder asks you about the kind of flooring option you would like to go with, your answer should be quite obvious, right? Well, it isn't the rosy. Sure, you might think how difficult can it be to choose a flooring ...
Views: 1688 - How to Manage Time and Energy to Boost Personal Productivity - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffAre you stuck on the procrastination highway where productivity slows to a crawl and stress uncontrollably speeds up? Why, because you’d rather be doing something else, fear of failure or lack of organization? Or are you procrastinating just because you do not know how to manage your internal ...
Views: 1688(1 vote) - Too Many Ideas? How to Know When You Have “The One Brilliant Idea” - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Melanie Benson StrickNancy is like every entrepreneur I know. Highly creative and visionary, she has a million ideas. First she wants to be a coach. Then a mentor tells her she should offer workshops. Then she decides she should offer consulting in her old industry. Then, confused and full of angst, she hears about ...
Views: 1688(7 votes) - Productivity Tools That You Should Start Using Today - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Arina KatrychevaSometimes it’s hard to work efficiently when distractions like endless email clutter, chats and conversations, or funny YouTube videos get in the way: we cannot concentrate, we forget the important, getting stuck in what clearly isn’t. Our self-control alone is often not enough to break ...
Views: 1686(1 vote) - The Misadventures of Multitasking: How Trying To Do Too Much Makes You Unhappy and Unproductive - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Elaine WellmanYesterday, I made a big mess. I was trying to be Superwoman and get everything done. Instead, I slowed myself down and am still cleaning up today. What does multitasking cost us? Before we explore that, here’s a cautionary, humorous, real-life tale. Last night, I had fun plans on the town – ...
Views: 1685(1 vote) - 10 Ideal Tips For Buying Surveillance Cameras At Discounts Prices - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2008 from Matthew PawlinaSecurity is a prime concern the world over. Homes and shops are equipped with state-of-art surveillance systems that include: cameras, monitors, recorders, and cabling to name just a few needs. Before buying a surveillance camera and its peripherals you need to evaluate your needs and study the ...
Views: 1683 - Multi-Factor Labor Productivity - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Tony DosanjhThere are many discusses of whether productivity just means labor productivity or not. This is considered widely as the measure of output products which are produced in an hour of labor. And multi-factor productivity is broader than labor productivity. While labor productivity is more likely ...
Views: 1679 - Budgeting Time for Leadership - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffWhether you are an entrepreneur growing your business or the CEO of an international multi-continent corporation, your organization’s sustainable future rests squarely on your shoulders. It is leadership not management that sets the course for an organization and it is the leader’s vision, ...
Views: 1678 - Leadership Strategies: A Productivity Model - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Julie DonleyIn 2005, as president of the Philadelphia Chapter of the International Coach Federation, I held a meeting with the Board of Directors because in some areas we seemed to be hitting snags in accomplishing our objectives. While people were working hard and committed to achieving our goals, we were ...
Views: 1674(1 vote) - TEN IMMUTABLE SALES LEADERSHIP TRUTHS IN RECESSIONARY TIMES - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Don McNamara CMCAre you feeling the pinch of the economic times? It's pretty hard to avoid the news; everywhere you look it is not encouraging. Having gone through a few economic downturns in my career, it's easy to recall exactly what we did to revive relationships and activity in order to capture every ...
Views: 1671(7 votes) - 7 Strategies to Optimize Productivity and Revenue - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Carrie GreeneThe weather here in NJ has been pretty stormy lately. A couple of hours ago, it was dark outside. Thunder was rumbling. Everything seemed to be in place for a terrific downpour but the storm didn't come, at least not then. All we got were a couple of raindrops that quickly disappeared. Hours ...
Views: 1670 - 3 Steps to Creating a Calm Fall Schedule - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffYellow school buses filled with children busily heading toward their destinations, heralding the start of fall. But as the fall weather cools down, and the leaves begin to change color, do you wonder how you are going to cope with your busy schedule and added stress? Does this sound all too ...
Views: 1669 - Brush Up Your Basics: 2W1H for B2B Content Marketing - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2013 from Linda Mentzer2013 came and there are a lot of talks regarding the rise and fall of trends that would dominate the B2B marketing space. Out of these one of the trends that have created the maximum buzz is Content Marketing. Most B2B marketers who for long have depended upon SEO or pay-per-click ads are ...
Views: 1667 - 10 Keys to Saying Yes to the Right Projects - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2013 from Carrie GreeneThis is a special request article. A client of mine told me that a colleague reached out to him to do a “quick” project. He priced it on the low end, since it was for a friend and it seemed pretty straightforward. She said yes and he set his team off to work. The result…”She’s been a ...
Views: 1665 - Reigning Pinterest and Instagram – Content Powering “Superiority” - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from Linda MentzerCan anyone question the importance of content in the current social media frenzy? Even two of the most popular social networks revolving around visual content, have not ben spared from this. While there is not much data about what content performs best in these platforms as both Instagram and ...
Views: 1665 - Clear Up Your Clutter! - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixDid you set any goals for this year? Are you well on your way to reaching them? One of the most common stumbling blocks I see as a coach is the culprit of clutter! So much time is spent on getting more; more stuff, more money, more time, more happiness. Yet seldom do we look at what we need to ...
Views: 1663(2 votes) - Commitments: Making and achieving your business and life goals - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2013 from Carrie GreeneAt the beginning of February I committed to a new challenge at my gym... to run (or walk) a total of 144 miles over three months. It amounts to 12 miles a week. It was a big commitment for me. I already spend about four hours a week at the gym in classes that I don't want to give up. To add ...
Views: 1662 - Why can effective office storage improve productivity - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from K QuinnTypically businesses will create lots of paperwork, and keeping that under control can be a big job. Often paperwork issues within an organisation will go unnoticed. There are many benefits of having an organised office, one of which is productivity, this can be achieved by having a storage ...
Views: 1660 - 6 Qualities to Look for in Professional House Cleaners in Brisbane - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Ron SpencerAfter spending 10-12 hours at the office, what’s the first thing that you want to do after returning home? Have a nice shower, jump on the couch, watch television and spend quality time with your family, right? Doing your house chores certainly isn’t top of the to-do list, and it's completely ...
Views: 1659 - Passion Plus Patience Equals Successful Blogging - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Ken MuiseI started writing online about 5 years ago. I was so ignorant then of how to blog or find writing jobs that, in hindsight, I lost out on a lot of stuff I could have been doing like growing a brand and building up personal sites as well as adding to my portfolio. I wouldn't call it wasted time, ...
Views: 1659 - Can Your Business Survive A Recession? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2011 from Lyn Prowse-BishopRising fuel costs. Interest rates going up. Returns on investments going down. Dire warnings about the economy sliding into recession. It’s clear that there has been an abrupt slowdown in the Australian economy over the last year. In the current economic climate many business owners ...
Views: 1654(3 votes) - Fighting Overwhelm and Procrastination In Your Business - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Carrie GreeneOne of the biggest challenges an entrepreneur faces is that there is no road map for what they want to do because it's their dream that they are following. They don't have a boss telling them what projects to work on and no teacher giving them homework assignments, teaching them what they need ...
Views: 1654 - Focus on Progress to Prevent Perfection Paralysis - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Young KimGuess what the following people have in common? I have a friend who wanted to be a screenwriter at one point, but he never wrote a single line. He's excuse was that he couldn't think of a script that was guaranteed to sell. I have a photography client who hasn't touched her camera in over a ...
Views: 1654(3 votes) - Tips to Maintain Your Upholstery Through Regular Cleaning Practice - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Ron SpencerNeedless to say, when it comes to cleaning, our eyes often miss out the common areas that require routine maintenance. People clean their beds, keep the kitchen tidy and do everything possible to maintain the bathroom hygienic. However, they often ignore to give the same amount of effort in ...
Views: 1654 - Achieve Time Saving by Delegating Some of Your Work - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Charles MooreheadThis article shows how delegating some of your work can produce substantial time saving results. By having others do the grunt work, you are free to use your valuable time for more important matters. For example, you could determine how to grow your company and then let others do most of the ...
Views: 1653 - Getting Children Organized - It IS Possible! - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Sasha Lauren, Americas Trusted Organizing Expert (not current)As parents, the tendancy is to want to give our children the world, but what many may not realize is that by not instilling boundaries, children are set up to be spoiled and never satisfied. If you currently feel out of control and in a power struggle with your children, don't worry, with clear ...
Views: 1652 - What Really Motivates Sales People? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Doug DvorakBeing in a leadership position on your sales team can be one of the biggest challenges you will face in your professional career. You will not only need to know how to find sales success and manage a team, but you will need to be able to find a way to motivate your members as well. Proper ...
Views: 1651 - How to Kill Procrastination - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Mary Lee Gannon,Procrastination feeds a common human desire – Drama! Indeed procrastinating brings on undue stress and anxiety. But the thrill that comes from completing the task at the last minute brings a greater high than simply completing an otherwise mundane task on time. Anticipate the payoff first ...
Views: 1649 - Today is the Day - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2014 from Kathleen GageHow often have you said, “Today’s the day!” regarding something you are committed to changing. Yet, by day’s end you either didn’t do what you said you would do or you did something that directly sabotaged your success? Unfortunately, this happens more times than not. Whether it be to eat ...
Views: 1649 - What You Could Expect from Professional Earth Moving Service? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2017 from Ron SpencerWhether it is about a renovation or a major construction, people who deal with properties look for earth moving services. Constructing a swimming pool or heading towards a major civil work like building erection or road construction, professionals are being considered today as a reliable ...
Views: 1648 - TO DO OR NOT TO DO - 3 KEY QUESTIONS - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from Germaine PorcheWhen undertaking a new venture, there’s a simple but powerful tool that will help you achieve several worthwhile goals: • Assess new possible projects • Improve the design of the way forward • Enhance confidence in producing successful outcomes Whether you are embarking on a project of ...
Views: 1647(3 votes) - Consistency Trumps Commitment: Focus on Loving the Results, Not The Activity - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from Lisa MontanaroRecently, I was preparing the garbage and recycling to bring to the curb for pick up, and my husband was watching me and chuckled "It's so funny. You really like doing the recycling, don't you?" I stopped and thought about it, and then replied, "I don't necessarily like the activity, but I love ...
Views: 1646 - Creating Innovation Using the IDEA System - Generate New Product Ideas - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Steve SponsellerA common question asked by many business leaders and entrepreneurs is "How do I create innovations in my business?" Most people asking this question are looking to expand an existing business or launch a new product or service. I have created the acronym IDEA to describe a system for creating ...
Views: 1646 - Increase Your Workplace Productivity by Creating a Positive Home Life - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallIn a perfect world, all aspects of life would be enjoyable. You'd not only love your job, but you'd also have a pleasant home life. However, a stressful home life can hinder workplace productivity. Sometimes that stress involves children. Perhaps you've had this happen or have seen it occur ...
Views: 1646 - Five Easy Steps To Keep Your B2B Contact Database Clean And Effective - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2012 from Linda MentzerContact Database can decide the result. For any B2B marketers implementing a lead generation program can no less than a game of treat or trick. Marketers keep on drooling over the fact whether the attempt would be successful like a bag full of treat or a tricky game of open, bounce-back and ...
Views: 1645 - 5 Strategies to Help You Stay Focused and Be Productive - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2012 from Carrie GreeneHunger, noise, temperature, surroundings, energy level and overall health. All of these impact how well you function, your productivity and the quality of your work. It doesn't matter what your business plan or marketing strategy is, the one thing that will make or break your bottom line is ...
Views: 1640 - Constantly Creating - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Young KimWhen I used to work for a photography agency, I'd get to sit in on a few meetings with photographers as they presented their books. Having just started in photography, I was always impressed with their photographs. My boss, however, was not. A comment she made frequently was, "Their photos ...
Views: 1639(3 votes) - Re-energise and Renew yourself Frequently - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Andrew HortonAre you so busy spinning your wheels every day, on the treadmill of your life that you feel completely overwhelmed and just caught up in a cycle of constant busyness? Does it feel like you never have any time available to invest in yourself? When last did you allow yourself to take a break from ...
Views: 1639 - Why Proper Planning Is Key to a Successful Move - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2017 from Ron SpencerIt's true that many people consider it a logistical nightmare to move furniture because, in addition to being difficult to move, it's an incredibly time-consuming process. What’s more, if you go the DIY way, it will cost you a lot which will leave you regretting the decision not to hire ...
Views: 1637 - 8 Work Habits That Make Your Day Harder as an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2015 from Tracey OsborneBeing an entrepreneur is hard enough already. Add to that the hustle and bustle of the holidays and the end of the year for your small business, and you’ve got a recipe for stress. Even worse, many of us unconsciously keep work habits that make everything more difficult. So make sure you’re ...
Views: 1635(2 votes) - 8 Work Habits That Make Your Day Harder as an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2015 from Tracey OsborneBeing an entrepreneur is hard enough already. Add to that the hustle and bustle of the holidays and the end of the year for your small business, and you’ve got a recipe for stress. Even worse, many of us unconsciously keep work habits that make everything more difficult. So make sure you’re ...
Views: 1635(2 votes) - Are You Wasting Your Space On Things That Are Not Profitable For You? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Carrie GreeneI went for a walk the other day and saw a squirrel gathering acorns for the upcoming winter. I was thinking about how much easier his life would be if only he could go to Target for all of his acorn needs. I pictured the sale Target would have in order to attract the squirrels and imagined ...
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