I wrote the intro to this post on a napkin, but I think I left it in the pants I wore yesterday. I guess I can wing it… Sound familiar? Is your pocket, car, or email inbox a cacophony of receipts, memos, socks, and spam? Personally, I’ve helped hordes of “hoarders” with this very problem. … Continue reading “How to Tame the Chaos of Your Office”
Tag: Time Management
Google Trends and Procrastination: What’s the Link?
Data-Savvy entrepreneurs should be familiar with Google Trends. It’s a terrific tool for learning the “what, when, and where” of Google searches. It helps you market efficiently and set sales goals. Except, after 5 minutes or so, you get a bit silly with the searches. For instance, in the US, “Kenny G” spikes between November … Continue reading “Google Trends and Procrastination: What’s the Link?”
How to Find Your Rhythm and Stick to It!
Friends, consistency is key. Malcolm Gladwell’s 10,000 hours won’t happen until you get in, do the work, plan recovery time, rinse, and repeat. But, then again… Variety is the spice of life! It allows those precious, innovative neurons in our brains to fire freely and randomly. After all, as Emerson once wrote, “Foolish consistency is … Continue reading “How to Find Your Rhythm and Stick to It!”
Why Processing Email is Shockingly Valuable
Welcome back from that much needed vacation! Welp, time to cruise on in to your office, take a seat at your desk, open up the ole’ laptop, and…SWEET SAMPSON’S GHOST! That’s one unwieldy email inbox! Sure, processing an overloaded inbox is a pain in the neck. Believe it or not: dedicating time to focus on … Continue reading “Why Processing Email is Shockingly Valuable”
February: Friend or Foe for Small Business Owners?
If there’s one thing entrepreneurs everywhere all seem to dread, it’s the frosty, frigid F-word: February. But, exactly why is this month so darn tough? And how do we brace ourselves for its inevitable challenges? Today’s small business slice answers that question, giving you all you need to survive and thrive in this tumultuous timeframe. … Continue reading “February: Friend or Foe for Small Business Owners?”