As someone who’s “off the charts” ADHD, I’m easily distracted. This personal challenge has forced me to get creative when it comes to staying focused. One of the most common distractions when working tends to be random noises. You know the kind… …Conversations between teammates. (Or family, if you work from home like me!). …Loud … Continue reading “Productivity Tip: Use headphones to reduce distractions at work”
Why having a finish line for work boosts your productivity
My finish line is 4:10 pm. Yeah, I know. That’s pretty random. What do I mean by a finish line? Let me explain! Most people have set business hours, say 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Do you ever take work home with you? If you’re like most of my clients, and even … Continue reading “Why having a finish line for work boosts your productivity”
How your vision creates a map for success
Why is having a vision important? A vision is like a map. Without it, you’re likely to lose your way and get lost. Recently, a poll I conducted revealed that 47% of people don’t have a vision. Many even commented that they felt a vision restricts their freedom or adds stress to their life. A … Continue reading “How your vision creates a map for success”
It’s only a failure if you fail to learn from it
My first business was a miserable fail. I started it when I was young (23), arrogant, and ignorant. That’s the trifecta for tragedy. In less than two years, what looked like a rocket of profit crashed to the ground in spectacular fashion. I ended with a lot of debt and feeling completely demoralized. I thought … Continue reading “It’s only a failure if you fail to learn from it”
Why this common mistake is an issue when asking questions
We’ve all been guilty of this one. When asking questions, most of us tend to make a common mistake. We forget to listen. Instead, we either immediately ask MORE questions before the other person can respond, OR we immediately start planning what to say next in our head. By doing so, we’re not actively listening … Continue reading “Why this common mistake is an issue when asking questions”
