Each of us needs a digital-free zone. A time and place where we can be free from the beeps, buzzes, and flashing screens of the world. If you don’t have this place of sanctuary, create one. Even if it’s just for one hour at a time, create a recurring schedule in your week to be digital-free. … Continue reading “Why we need a digital free zone to be productive”
Tag: Time Management
How to stop and enjoy your vacation
I have a question for you. When you take a vacation, are you able to stop and truly enjoy it? Or do you constantly think of all the work you need to get done and struggle to relax? In this world that is addicted to the myth of multitasking, we cannot seem to slow down … Continue reading “How to stop and enjoy your vacation”
How to drop the “now” mentality
Some managers expect all work to be done immediately—the moment they think about it! This perpetuates inefficiency. Instead, think in terms of “when” and provide specific deadlines. If there’s a conflict, have an open conversation about how to make the tasks fit together in everyone’s schedule. DaveCrenshaw.com/Speaker
How to turn pain into productivity
Do you have a low tolerance for pain? That may sound like an odd question to ask with a beautiful hotel like the Shangri-La Makati in Manila in the background. But it’s actually a perfect setting for this topic! The environment here is expertly crafted to create an absence of any pain. Which leads into my point … Continue reading “How to turn pain into productivity”
How many gathering points do you have?
The average person has between 30 to 40 gathering points, places where unresolved items gather, such as inboxes, desk drawers, and notepads. The less gathering points you have, the more productive you’ll be. Consolidate all those random places to get down to six gathering points—or less. DaveCrenshaw.com/Time
