Planning
Mind-mapping
I’ve used mind-maps for years. Ever since I discovered them while studying for an Open University degree. They’re an quicker, easier, more visual way to take notes, revise and recall information. When you attend a meeting you can end up jotting down pages of linear notes. Using mind mapping techniques you can create just one…
Read MoreHave you double-booked meetings?
How often do you find yourself having to cancel meetings at the last minute because you realise you’re double-booked or have a diary clash? At what point do you realise you’ve ended up with a clash of appointments, meetings or commitments? Is it when: you go to the meeting that’s in your diary and get…
Read MoreHow to be more productive and meet your deadlines
It’s easy to put things off when there’s a long lead time and many of us find ourselves leaving things to the last minute. However, when you get busy, that deadline can come up very quickly. Here are some top tips on how you can be more efficient, feel less overwhelmed and avoid missing an…
Read MoreGo further, do more
This weekend I took part in a local charity cycle ride. I’d come across it while searching for cycle routes in the area. Described as ‘off-road’, there were three routes. A short 12.5 miles through to a full on 40 mile ‘challenging’ ride. I checked and the shorter ride would be OK for a road…
Read MoreThe price of a sandwich
The Sandwich Generation find themselves pulled in different directions, juggling their time between their career, looking after children and ageing parents. Research by Skipton Building Society found half (48%) wish they had more time to themselves. Here are my ten top tips to help plan, find time and save money for yourself: 1. Log your…
Read MoreThink Ahead – Plan Ahead
Do you have a tendency to leave things to the last minute? Are you always trying to catch up or constantly dealing with a backlog? When you plan ahead, you’re aware of what’s coming up and can take appropriate or evasive action to make sure it does or doesn’t happen. What’s happening next week? Plan…
Read MorePlanning the final countdown to Christmas
In the remaining few days of the countdown to Christmas, there are even fewer hours in which to get work done. Working effectively or being productivity isn’t always a priority. You’re torn between trying to get tasks done and finish off projects before the end of the year and wanting to spend time with family and friends.…
Read MorePlanners and Journals
Do you use a planner or journal? Planners and journals are so much more than just a diary. They often include pages and layouts for goals, checklists, daily planning. Enabling you to organise your day, your work and your life. Even though I’m technically minded, I love the organic nature of using pen and paper for my…
Read MoreCountdown to Christmas
You’ve just about recovered from your Summer holiday, Autumn has only just begun but retailers are already reminding us that Christmas it’s on it’s way with seasonal gift aisles, adverts, offers and Christmas party reminders. 1 in 8 people will end up in debt as a result of over-spending at Christmas. If you’re worried about…
Read MoreOne Day Business Plan
Every business needs to have an idea of where it’s headed and it’s purpose. For that reason, you need a Business Plan. It doesn’t have to be a long, detailed business plan, unless you’re planning to seek funding from a financial institution. Your business plan can be as short or as long as you like…
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