This is also known as A List of Things to Do in Short Bursts of Time that Aren’t Urgent, but Still Move the Needle Forward. What are productively non-productive tasks, you might ask? They’re quick tasks that can be taken care of in minimal downtime, as long as you’re prepared. Also, tasks that you can do…
I started a new job last Wednesday, which means that I’ve spent the last week inundated with new information. Much of that is job-specific, but there’s also a whole lot of general information – where the printer is and how to print, how to book conference rooms, conference call phone numbers, email distro lists, etc. It…
For today, I’d like to share some recent favorite time management, productivity and time saving articles from around the web. How Lowering My Expectations Increased My Productivity and My Mood | Andrea Dekker Top tip from the article: “[B]y being more realistic about what I can truly accomplish in a given day or week, I tend to…
Have you ever felt stuck to a degree that it’s impossible to change? You have the power to change your schedule. Really. Just like we talked about stopping to check whether or not a particular task truly needs to be done, it’s often good to step back and evaluate what’s working and what isn’t. This…
How many times do you come across information and think, “Hey, this is great! I need to remember it (or remember to read it)”…and then promptly forget completely about it? It’s so easy to do! Fortunately, there are many apps, programs and tools out there to help you systematize how you save information to consume,…