Some managers complain that they get interrupted so much that they cannot get their own work done. They also say that one-on-one sessions can be a waste of time. But done well, those meetings will help you end many of the interruptions.
Category Archives: Productivity
The Importance of Administrative Support
There are many reasons an administrative assistant could be a game-changer for you. Yes there is a cost, but perhaps you can’t afford to be without one unless you have a very tiny team.
Never Be Late Again
Are your chronically late for appointments? It can negatively impact the way people perceive you and may not want to do business with you. Here are five simple steps so that you will never be late again.
Use Your Calendar For Increased Productivity
Manage your calendar, or it will manage you. To begin, I suggest that you use your calendar correctly. Protect your calendar so that meeting requests can be prioritized.
Managing Your Email So It Doesn’t Manage You
“One of the greatest consumers of your time is processing your email. A research report showed that email is the second-most time-consuming activity next to ‘role-specific tasks.”
Does It Matter If You Have A Messy Desk?
“Disorderly environments seem to inspire breaking free of tradition, which can produce fresh insights.”
How Technology Can Help Complete Your Tasks
Have you ever lost your to-do list and had to spend time recreating it? Or did you lose all the scraps of paper that you’ve kept your task list? There are programs that can help you not only keep track of your lists, but help you meet deadlines.
What Task Should I Do First?
In order to decide what task to take on first, you need to have a list. Once you have a list, there are many ways in which you can prioritize your items.
Taking Notes Will Make You More Productive
Taking notes became an essential part of my personal and professional life. Unless I’m writing something down, I have a difficult time remembering important developments.
Increasing Your Productivity By Writing Things Down
“Every idea you have and everything you need to do should be written down.”
Why I Don’t Like Text Messages
“I have found that texting is counterproductive to my workplace efficiency.”
Managing Inputs That Distract Us
“I realized that I don’t need more inputs that provide easy access to me. That’s because easy access is also an easy distraction.”
Running Effective Online Meetings
How do you engage participants in an online meeting who are not paying attention?
