Yes, it’s important to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Yet, the very word “balance” can be misconstrued. Here’s a better phrase: Work-life rhythm. The ideal ratio won’t be the same for every single person. It’s not as simple as balancing on a beam, dividing your time equally between work and personal activities. Keep making adjustments … Continue reading “Success Tip: Work-life balance is not a 50/50 scale”

Set a timer for 90 minutes. When it goes off, I want you to stop working and take a short break. You’ll boost your productivity and get MORE done in LESS time! Why 90 minutes? It deals with a physiological principle called the “basic rest–activity cycle” proposed by Nathanial Kleitman—the guy who discovered the circadian rhythm. … Continue reading “Productivity Tip: For peak productivity, take a short break”

When should you say “no” at work? Many people struggle with saying no when it matters.  Maybe you want to make everyone happy, or you want to be seen as a team player. The problem is, if you say yes to the wrong tasks, you’re costing yourself AND your organization time and money. Every time … Continue reading “Why saying “no” more often can save you time and money”

There’s one problem at work we can all relate to: continuous interruptions derail productivity. This is true no matter if you’re working remotely or in the office. Thankfully, there’s one universal action you can take to minimize these distractions. Create clear boundaries, both physical and mental, to protect your focus. Here are a few “easy-to-implement” … Continue reading “Productivity Tip: Create boundaries in your workspace”

Stop trying to copy other people. Don’t be afraid to be different! Learn from them, yes. But then put your own unique spin on things! In the pursuit of reaching our goal, it’s natural to want to mimic the actions of those that have succeeded in the past. While there’s nothing wrong with taking inspiration … Continue reading “Productivity Tip: Maximize what makes you different.”