Productivity

5 ways to procrastinate wisely

October 5, 2017 Categorized in: Time Management

So you don’t feel like opening that onerous spreadsheet. That’s OK. Try these idle activities.

Declutter and free your mind

September 7, 2017 Categorized in: OrganizingPersonal Development

Tiny bits of mental energy are tied up in each of our possessions. We’re subconsciously bombarded by questions: What if I lose this? What will it cost to replace? When can I afford a better one? To feel lighter, try a possession purge and simplify in other areas too.
These 5 things will help you resolve the situation.
It is estimated that the average human being will make 2 million mistakes in life. OK, not really—we have no idea of the actual figure, but that seems close. What to do about the small percentage we make at work and that haunt us days, weeks, even months later?
More than a résumé, a portfolio spotlights your strengths. While a résumé focuses on job duties, a portfolio draws attention to results and accomplishments.

The case for scheduling on paper

July 6, 2017 Categorized in: Organizing

Smartphone apps offer calendar, note-taking and reminder functions that can put organization right at your fingertips. However, there are benefits to old-fashioned pen and paper that an app can’t duplicate.
These days it can feel like you never catch up at work. The Washington Post’s career coach, Joyce E.A. Russell, offers tips to help you get caught up once and for all.
While you may not have the space of a CEO’s suite, there are a few things you can do to fix up your space that will improve your workflow.

Which to-do list method works for you?

June 6, 2017 Categorized in: Organizing

If the top item on your to-do list reads “Organize to-do list,” you know how difficult they can be to manage. Is there a secret formula for a great to-do list?

5 traits of the highly organized

June 6, 2017 Categorized in: Organizing

While everyone has their own methods for staying organized, there are some common traits highly organized people share. Here are some traits you can adopt to become more organized.
Working outside the home and raising children at the same time can be a challenge, but there are ways to do both successfully, says computer programmer and productivity blogger L.J. Earnest.
Gloria M. Adams, an admin working for the state of Texas, offers this original tip.
Here are three tips from some experts on reducing pre-vacation stress.