Want to get MORE done in LESS time? Great news! There’s an easy way to be more productive. Start prioritizing your tasks based on VALUE rather than importance. By using Time Value Prioritization, you’ll know how best to spend your time at work. When considering a task’s priority, ask yourself which of these categories it … Continue reading “How to get more done in less time by prioritizing tasks effectively”

Are you stunting your own growth? Sometimes great success creates a bigger problem: A lack of humility. The “I can do no wrong” mindset prevents continual growth and success. It also damages relationships. You become unteachable and impossible to be around! Work to cultivate a healthy awareness of your limitations. Consider them an opportunity for … Continue reading “Being humble means being teachable”

“My team keeps making bone-headed mistakes!” As a leader, do you know why this statement is damaging? This style of leadership is what I call the lumberjack. You use broad, sweeping strokes with an ax to correct mistakes. The result is a more hostile work environment. This type of environment not only slows improvement, it … Continue reading “Why correcting mistakes like a gardener makes you a productive leader”

Do you ever wonder where all your time goes? There’s one sneaky culprit that may be stealing hours from you every week. “Hey, do you have a second? I have a quick question.” It sounds innocent enough. How can a “few seconds” really cost you hours?? Simple. The quick question is an interruption. What do … Continue reading “How one sneaky culprit steals hours of your time every week”

How do you ensure your meeting is productive? There is ONE guaranteed way to ensure your meeting isn’t a waste of time. Action! End every meeting by reviewing specific action items AND creating clear deadlines.Wrapping up with action makes every meeting count. After all, knowledge is only as powerful as the action that follows it. … Continue reading “End every meeting with action items for best results”