A productive team is built around united individuals. I’m on the roof of the LinkedIn EMEA headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. Ian McIlwain is the Sales Director for LinkedIn Learning over the UK and Ireland. I just spoke with their incredible team on the Myth of Multitasking. Ian is a productive leader, and part of the … Continue reading “Why building a productive team starts with the first interview”
How using a buffer in your schedule helps you stay on time
“I’m sorry for being late. I missed the train.” I’m here in Zurich, Switzerland, at the Zurich Main Train Station, and it reminded me of an important part of my time management system. When you travel, it’s common to add a little buffer time so that you don’t miss the train or plane. After all, … Continue reading “How using a buffer in your schedule helps you stay on time”
Why switchtasking is costing you hours of lost time
What price are you paying for your switchtasking? The currency is time. I recently spoke at an event for Abrigo about how multitasking disrupts growth. Imagine this: you’re at your desk, focused on a project, when your phone rings. You stop and switch your focus to the conversation with a coworker. After that talk ends, … Continue reading “Why switchtasking is costing you hours of lost time”
How to stay focused and productive in an open office environment
“How can I focus without walls around me?” The perils of an open office! I’m here in Zurich, Switzerland, speaking to executives from a pharmaceutical company. Weeks before the event, I asked them: “What is the most common cause of interruptions in your day?” They mentioned emails, meetings, and instant messages, of course. Yet, the … Continue reading “How to stay focused and productive in an open office environment”
How storytelling is key to successful recruitment
“Why is it so hard to find the right candidate for the job?” Well, have you tried storytelling yet? I’m here in downtown Seattle visiting the beautiful offices of my great friend, Paul Freed. He is one of the partners of a well known recruiting company called Herd Freed Hartz. They work with some big companies … Continue reading “How storytelling is key to successful recruitment”
