“I had to army crawl across our bedroom to avoid being in my husband’s Zoom meeting!” A statement most would never expect to say, yet that is exactly the story a couple we’re friends with next door shared with us recently. These situations are becoming more commonplace as the world rapidly attempts to adjust to … Continue reading “How to reduce stress using boundaries when working from home”
Tag: Productivity
How to work from home as a parent of young children
Being able to work from home comes with more freedom. It also comes with unique challenges, especially as a parent. During my interview last week with Ken Broo, the radio show host for 700 WLW AM, I shared a tip for establishing boundaries with children in the household. By doing this, you’ll limit the number of distractions … Continue reading “How to work from home as a parent of young children”
Why a regularly scheduled Oasis improves your productivity
Make your hard work worth it NOW. Schedule an Oasis regularly! Working towards a bright future is great. Yet, we need to reward our efforts now, as well. When I spoke back in January at the Dance Studio Owners Association Retreat, I discussed my Oasis strategy. What’s an Oasis? It’s a moment in time—a break—where … Continue reading “Why a regularly scheduled Oasis improves your productivity”
Why you should invest in good office equipment to increase productivity
“How can I increase my productivity by 2%?” A couple of weeks ago I shared how increasing your productivity by only 2% can help you recover 40 hours per month. One of the most common questions I got was about my office set up. I’d like to show you a “behind-the-scenes” look at my workspace … Continue reading “Why you should invest in good office equipment to increase productivity”
How to balance your day by drawing a line in the sand
What’s your line in the sand? No, I don’t mean the “last straw” kind of line. I’m talking about establishing a time budget. First, you determine your “line in the sand” to create your budget. This is a consistent time when you will stop work each day. Mine is 5 p.m. My kids are very … Continue reading “How to balance your day by drawing a line in the sand”