Simple principles can give you big results. When I met up with one of my past coaching clients, Greg Gurev, I was reminded of this idea. Greg is the Founder and CEO of MySherpa an IT service provider in the Philadelphia area. I was able to reconnect with him while I was in town for … Continue reading “Why simple principles can give you big results”
How to make the most of your time this holiday season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holiday season has arrived. Most of us take a break from work this time of year—at least in the United States—and spend time with loved ones. I want to share a few tips that will help you get the most out of your Oasis! It’s such … Continue reading “How to make the most of your time this holiday season”
Why you need to get away from the desert mentality
“I’m going to travel when I retire…” is a sign that you live in a WISH culture and struggle with the desert mentality. The WISH culture is WHEN you spend your life working continuously with minimal breaks. You’re always dreaming of the future when you can rest. The interim is what I call the “desert.” … Continue reading “Why you need to get away from the desert mentality”
How a 2% increase in productivity leads to a week of extra time
In the past ten years, I’ve uncovered about two years of extra time. I promise that’s not an exaggeration. I’ve been able to use those “bonus years” to write more, read more, relax more, and spend more time with my family. You can free of this kind of time, too, with minimal effort. A simple … Continue reading “How a 2% increase in productivity leads to a week of extra time”
Why your “Most Valuable Activities” help you reduce switchtasking
“I feel like I’m running like a hamster on a wheel!” I know I’ve felt that way before, and it’s not a great feeling. Typically, it’s due to an overwhelming amount of demands on your attention. You end up bouncing from one task to another throughout the day. The worst part is the lack of … Continue reading “Why your “Most Valuable Activities” help you reduce switchtasking”