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.”

It’s okay to fail. In fact, I encourage it. Why? Because It’s not really a failure if you learned a lesson. Every failure is just a growth opportunity in disguise…if you let it be. The next time you fail, stop and ask yourself: What can I do next time to improve the result?  

How many gathering points do you have right now? If you’re not sure what that even means, keep reading! You’ll thank me later. Here are two quick definitions you’ll need to know first: • Gathering point – a physical or digital space where anything unprocessed gathers. Some examples include notebooks, email inboxes, or a team … Continue reading “How to reduce switchtasking by minimizing your gathering points”