It doesn’t need to be perfect! Perfectionism is the enemy of productivity. That may sound extreme, yet it’s true. Why? When you focus on something so unattainable, you’re likely to give up before you ever get started. Try changing your mindset to one that is more productive and make this your new mantra: An imperfect … Continue reading “How to stop perfectionism from slowing your productivity”
Want to remember what you learn? Teach it to someone else.
Want to know a secret to retain what you learn? Try teaching the same concept to someone else. When you break down a lesson and teach it, the lesson solidifies in your mind. You discover gaps in your knowledge and find a deeper understanding in the end. Maybe you could start by picking your favorite LinkedIn … Continue reading “Want to remember what you learn? Teach it to someone else.”
Why finding your work sanctuary at home boosts productivity
“I’m struggling to stay focused while working from home…help!” Working remotely comes with some interesting obstacles that can stand in the way of your productivity. Piles of laundry calling your name. A sink full of dishes begging for attention. Your child asking for a snack—for the millionth time this hour. A beloved pet pleading to … Continue reading “Why finding your work sanctuary at home boosts productivity”
How to productively communicate in a virtual platform across cultures
“That didn’t come across the way I intended it to…can we start over?” It’s tough to communicate productively when speaking with someone from another culture. Doing it virtually? It can feel like dancing through a minefield of misinterpretations! I reached out to my fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Tatiana Kolovou, for more guidance on this … Continue reading “How to productively communicate in a virtual platform across cultures”
Reduce procrastination by focusing on how great you’ll feel afterwards
“Ugh. I am NOT looking forward to (fill in the blank with a task you’re dreading).” You know the feeling of a dreaded task on your schedule. You find yourself coming up with all kinds of excuses to procrastinate on getting it done, too. The problem is, no matter how much you put it off, … Continue reading “Reduce procrastination by focusing on how great you’ll feel afterwards”
