Creating a personal vision can improve your focus, and it’s easy to start. Simply set a timer and think for 5 minutes about where you want your life to be five years from now. Then write down the thoughts that you had. A few minutes of quiet thought can lead to powerful long-term focus. Visit DaveCrenshaw.com/focus for more information on how … Continue reading “How creating a personal vision can improve your focus”
Why the word multitasking is inaccurate
I’m here in Wisconsin speaking to the Wisconsin Title and Loan Association group about the Myth of Multitasking, and it got me thinking about all the chaos that the word “multitasking” creates and why it should be replaced entirely. The confusion lies in the fact that multitasking is used to describe two very different scenarios. … Continue reading “Why the word multitasking is inaccurate”
How to be a results-driven leader
Micromanagers are focused on making people do things their way. But Productive leaders are focused on getting the result. Spend more time describing the end result you want your people to accomplish. Then give them greater freedom to find their own pathway to that result. Visit DaveCrenshaw.com/Speaker for more information on booking Dave as a speaker for your next … Continue reading “How to be a results-driven leader”
How finding your rhythm boosts productivity
To take a nap, or not to take a nap, is Mark’s question for me. The answer lies in your body’s natural circadian and ultradian rhythms. Before we get into that a bit more, perhaps you are wondering how you can submit a question to me as Mark from Vienna did? It’s easy! You can … Continue reading “How finding your rhythm boosts productivity”
Don’t use your mind like a post-it note!
When you keep unresolved tasks in your mind, they’ll keep popping up to grab your attention. This will disrupt your workflow and ability to stay focused. Instead, use an approved gathering point, such as a digital notepad, to capture those great ideas, and schedule time to deal with them later. Visit DaveCrenshaw.com/Time for more information and time management … Continue reading “Don’t use your mind like a post-it note!”