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What happens when you get a group of organizing and productivity pros together and ask them a goofy question? Well. You get this post! Here is a bit of background: Earlier this week, I shared a link on my Facebook Page called 10 Time Management Tips that Work. A fabulously fun member of my community, Joseph Gier, replied " well this is much better than that article of 10 time management tips that don't work. " I laughed and replied, but it got me thinking
Here’s a hard truth that some of you will hate to hear: If you don’t stand up for yourself and specifically ASK for what you want, need and deserve in the workplace, you probably won’t get it. Most people (your managers, coworkers, clients, etc.) aren’t looking out for anyone but themselves. This shouldn’t surprise or anger you. Yet every day, I meet professionals who are unwilling to take responsibility for their own needs and desires because they’re afraid or embarrassed.
Although EOG has been offering green hosting for years, it’s always been on the back burner – an after thought. Not anymore! Welcome to the brand new EOG Green Hosting site. With Eco-Office Gals Green Hosting you get: 130% Wind Powered Servers! We’re not just neutralizing our environmental impact, we’re reversing it! 99.9% Uptime – We PROMISE!
Not so long ago I was asked to give a keynote about how ‘cloud computing’ is changing the world. The keynote I delivered was on how the Internet had changed the world – or as Steve Jobs would put it, ‘made a dent in the Universe!
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
You many have noticed that different surveys show very different small business social media usage rates. They also show very different views on how effective social media is for small businesses. For example, the Wall Street Journal article Facebook Tops for Small Business reported on a survey that found small businesses quite positive about social media. Key quote on the survey results: "About seven in 10 small-business owners say they “strongly agree” that social media
Earlier this week I was talking to a client about content creation for the marking of her business. She mentioned wanting to start a podcast but she was not sure if she had enough ideas or time to make a go of it. I suggested that she repurpose some of her other work and she gave me a blank stare. She said that she supposed she could do that if she knew what it meant.
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Earlier this week I was talking to a client about content creation for the marking of her business. She mentioned wanting to start a podcast but she was not sure if she had enough ideas or time to make a go of it. I suggested that she repurpose some of her other work and she gave me a blank stare. She said that she supposed she could do that if she knew what it meant.
Let’s talk about your weaknesses, shall we? Yes, I’m looking at you. Take a seat. Get comfortable. I know it hurts to hear, but you’re not perfect. Don’t worry. No one expects you to be. We all have weaknesses because (surprise!) we’re human. Knowing them—and effectively addressing them—can be a powerful tool in the professional world. Pretending like they don’t exist, on the other hand, can have tragic consequences.
Today, a question of a very concrete nature submitted to Pick Anastacia’s Brain , from Jacqui, a VA in Alabama, who wrote: Anastacia, as I look around, I see you everywhere. You’re in social media, blogging in at least two places, guesting on talk shows, coaching, leading classes and retreats, speaking at telesummits, reworking your entire virtual training program, writing a BOOK, and I want to know how you do it.
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I’m not naming names but I’ve worked for some pretty difficult people in my life. Oh, who am I kidding? They were jerks. It’s probably just the nature of the professional world. Some people are cut out for management and some aren’t. But what do you do when you’re stuck with a boss who’s a real pain in the you-know-what? Below, I’ve listed a few of my recommendations.
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Unlock your full potential with our comprehensive guide on productivity. This detailed resource explores the three fundamental pillars of effective task management: Todo List Mastery, Time Management, and Habit Optimization. Learn to capture and prioritize your tasks effectively, schedule them using proven strategies like the Pomodoro Technique, and maintain your productivity through consistent habit tracking.
Starting your own business is the stuff the ‘ American Dream ’ is made of. The fact is that in the U.S.A., anyone with the passion and drive to take their dream to reality can do so. It’s one of our freedoms. We should never, ever forget that those freedoms come at a price. I’m taking a few minutes today to say thank you to those who serve, have served and have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.
Image via Wikipedia. Good communication and interpersonal relationships are imperative to overall business performance and sustainability. Yet they tend to be neglected in terms of their importance. Peter Drucker, the father of modern management, once said that 60% of all management problems are the result of poor communication. While poor business decisions can cause the ultimate failure of a business, many businesses become torn apart and fail because of communication and relationship problems
" Stephanie you are such a geek." That is what I heard from her as we were talking on the phone. OK! I'll own that. I like to share various tools that help to make you more productive. I laughed, and that statement led us to an interesting conversation about technology and how much or how little different people use of it in their business life. Even if you are not the most technical person on your block, you probably have some form of technology in your l
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I posted the following list a few years ago. However, given natural disasters being dealt with in North America and around the world, I thought it would be beneficial to re-post these reasons to volunteer. Here in Alberta , wildfires have forced the evacuation of communities. In the most extreme case, the town of Slave Lake has be evacuated of its 7,000 residents.
New vaccine mandates and testing policies will affect employers with more than 100 workers. Get Paycor’s free, customizable vaccination policy template to communicate critical details and new requirements to your employees. Get Paycor’s Template today!
Sometimes productivity has to do with systems and processes. I've written about that a lot recently, but often it is about effective communication too. If you don't have good ways to communicate in your team or with your clients, the systems and processes fall flat. Today I'll talk about some critical steps you can take to make sure that your communication and that of your team works.
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