Working from home doesn’t have to be lonely. You can build a stronger connection with your team with just a bit of effort—despite not being in person. One of my favorite ways is by asking thoughtful questions. Here are a few that I find helpful in developing a positive relationship: • What can I do … Continue reading “Get to know your team by asking thoughtful questions”

How often are you checking your email? Your answer to this one question could be costing you hours of lost time every day. According to my poll last week, with over 1900 responses, about 77% of you leave your email open all day. This means you’re in a continual state of switchtasking! Instead of constantly … Continue reading “Why your email habits could be costing you hours every month”

Need a little more motivation? The next time you need an extra boost, try this: Celebrate the little wins! By acknowledging the smaller victories, you refill your motivation tank. You’ll find it much easier to stay on track towards the big goal this way. Here are some fun ideas to celebrate the little victories: 1. … Continue reading “Celebrating your weekly victories increases motivation”

Are you using your notepad productively? Whether it’s paper or digital, a notepad can be a great tool for time management—when used correctly. A notepad is often used to store mixed media. General notes and action items. Using it efficiently comes down to one small tweak and three important questions. First, put a checkbox next … Continue reading “How to use your notepad productively for excellent time management”