Posts Tagged ‘organising’
Break the “Very Busy” Cycle: Redefine Your Busyness, Stress and Fatigue
I’m hearing the words ‘very busy’ a lot. So many people I’ve spoken to recently have responded to the question “How are you” by starting with “I’m very busy …” … very stressed … very tired. In today’s fast-paced world this isn’t an uncommon feeling and often it’s almost a default, automatic response to the…
Read MoreFriday Planning: 5 Steps For A More Productive Week
Friday is a popular day to have off if you’re flexible working, so you can have a long weekend. But, that’s not so great when everyone decides to have Friday off too. If you are still working on a Friday, it’s also a good day to reflect, plan and ensure a productive end to your…
Read MoreA Practical Approach To Setting Boundaries
Boundaries are simple guidelines for establishing limits around your time and your space. They’re also about how you want others to treat you and what behaviours you’re willing to accept or not at work and in your personal life. Healthy boundaries are essential to protect your time and enable you to remain productive. They’re important…
Read MoreBeyond Resolutions: Sustain Your New Year Momentum In February
February can be a tough month. It’s still cold and dark. New Year resolutions tend to slip around now. Those good intentions at the start of the month have lost momentum. All those shiny new gym memberships have lost their gloss and according to surveys and fitness app data, many have given up as quickly…
Read MoreTime Management Myths and Pitfalls – Embracing Shared Struggles
There are a few common myths and pitfalls about time management that need to be dispelled and addressed. Starting with the misconception of “I’m the only one experiencing this”. When you start sharing your challenges or struggles you begin to realise you’re not alone. Whatever story you tell me about how you’re struggling with your…
Read MoreWinter-proof Your Productivity: Practical Ways To Boost Your Motivation In January
It’s cold outside and I’m wrapped up in several layers at this time of year, indoors and out. The lower temperatures, shorter days and post-holiday blues make it a little more challenging to kickstart the year with the same level of energy and focus you feel when it’s warm and sunny. However, there are…
Read More5 January Tasks To Have On Your List
Planning is always key at this time of year. Ticking off a few of your January tasks will set you up for a more organised and productive year. Whether you run your own business or want to improve your productivity at work, here are a few tasks to have on your list. Complete them by…
Read MoreNeurodiversity and Time Management: Embracing ADHD in the World of Productivity
Neurodiversity comes up a lot these days particularly in the media. It’s a term to describe the differences in how our brains work. A term we tend to associate with ADHD, autism and dyslexia. Neurodiversity is a natural difference, in the same way other human factors such as height, body type, eye colour, hair colour…
Read MoreHow reducing your distractions, saves you time and increases your productivity
Distractions are one of the biggest sources of time wasting. Whether you distract yourself or others distract you. Research shows distractions can waste over 2 hours a day. Each time you’re distracted, you break your focus to deal with the distraction. It takes several minutes to get back to the task in hand. Whether you’re…
Read MoreThe ‘Little and Often’ Approach to Mastering Your Productivity with Daily Habits
Completing the 30 Day Challenge has highlighted the positive impact of little and often and the importance of routines in creating more consistent habits. It’s helped refocus on little and often and getting back on track with a couple of habits I do regularly but not necessarily consistently. These are: Daily movement Increasing flexibility and…
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