Image credit Jacqueline, www.chibird.com Procrastination help: A few weeks ago I outlined some strategies to break through the “procrastination zone”. Here are some additional solutions: As you may recall, I suggested that you pinpoint your priorities and then break down the prioritized tasks into simple, manageable chunks, that can each be accomplished (easily) in one… Continue reading More on breaking through the “procrastination zone”
Category: Time Management and Productivity
When big picture thinking backfires
I often talk about how important creating a vision of your company’s future is to achieving your long term goals. But as motivating and inspiring as big picture thinking can be, the reality is that it can also be a bit overwhelming when you realize how much work it can be to achieve that long… Continue reading When big picture thinking backfires
Is an overwhelming to do list preventing you from doing what matters?
Happy fall! Are the seasons changing in your neck of the woods? We’ve already started getting chilly, grey days here in NYC. The beautiful weather we’ve been having may sadly be over as we rapidly approach Halloween. My neighborhood is already decked out in spiderwebs, ghosts and goblins. And as our thoughts turn to tricks… Continue reading Is an overwhelming to do list preventing you from doing what matters?
Distractions: Are you sticking to your schedule?
Last month I introduced you to Jonathan, who runs a small design firm in Manhattan. Jonathan was often pulled off track by the myriad of distractions that happened along, and found himself having to stay late at the office to try to make up for the time he wasted during the day. It was taking… Continue reading Distractions: Are you sticking to your schedule?
Stay focused on what’s most important to your business
Do you ever wonder where the day went? Jonathan, who ran a small design firm in Manhattan, asked himself this question just about everyday. On his commute to the office, he would make a note of the projects he would work on. But upon his arrival, a bit later than he hoped, the phone was… Continue reading Stay focused on what’s most important to your business
Are your attempts to increase productivity backfiring?
Like most business owners, I use technology to increase productivity, but am keenly aware of how the very same technology can be counter-productive as well. An article in the NY Times today asks “Is Technology Driving You Up A Tree?” When technology fails, you may call for “tech support” and end up spending countless hours… Continue reading Are your attempts to increase productivity backfiring?
5 Time Management Tools You Can Use Right Now
If you run a small business or work for yourself, you know how hard it can be to get things done. When the buck stops with you, trying to manage it all can be overwhelming. One of the biggest time management mistakes you can make in your business – or in your life – is… Continue reading 5 Time Management Tools You Can Use Right Now
Overcoming Procrastination: Effective strategies to stop procrastinating and get things done
Overcoming procrastination is a goal for many professionals who come to business coaching. Not surprising, since business owners and the self-employed are more likely to find themselves wasting time without the structure or discipline of a job, supervisor or peers to keep them on track. As a result, those who often have more on their… Continue reading Overcoming Procrastination: Effective strategies to stop procrastinating and get things done
Are Families To Blame For Lack Of Focus In The Workplace?
What’s really to blame for lack of focus in the workplace? I recently came across an article by George Cloutier, the “Turnaround Ace” on Entrepreneur.com entitled “Love Your Business More Than Your Family“. George blames family for lack of focus in the workplace. He says that many business owners spend their time dealing with family… Continue reading Are Families To Blame For Lack Of Focus In The Workplace?
Time Management Coaching | Identifying your “big rocks”
I recently blogged about the importance of plugging in time for your “big rocks”, the priorities that are most important to you. From my work with business owners and professionals, I understand that for many, it’s hard to do this until you first determine what those big rocks are. Here are a couple of ways to get started: 1.… Continue reading Time Management Coaching | Identifying your “big rocks”