We know there are limits to time, so why do we so often say “yes” to tasks or commitments that are not directly related to our goals? Think of this... when you say "yes" to something that is not aligned with your values to please someone else, you are in effect saying “no” to accomplishing YOUR dreams. I recently read "The One Thing” by Gary Keller [...]
One of the basic time management principles is to schedule about 50% of your day - leaving the other 50% unscheduled to allow you to handle emerging priorities. Of course, this is a guideline; depending on your life you may choose to schedule more or less than 50%. One of my clients recently shared with me that he really struggles with what to do [...]
Delegating effectively is a tricky concept! If you delegate in too much detail you run the risk of annoying the person you've delegated to AND spending more time than necessary. Yet, if you don't share enough detail you run the risk of the end product not being what you want. Recently a client (we'll call her Lexi) shared her delegating challenge with me during [...]
Do you find, like most of us, that some days you are "more on your game" than others? You can't be efficient and productive every single day, can you? Do you say, “I have all the willpower I need. I can tap into it anytime I want. I am the master of my domain.”? The amount of willpower (or, motivation) you have each day and [...]
Last month, Cynthia Trevino was gracious enough to guest post on my blog about how to find the right networking events to attend. This month, I'm returning the favor by creating a guest post for her - on how to make sure you follow up with all the contacts you made! Be sure to hop on over to Cynthia's site and leave a comment!
Christmas can be a tough time of the year for many reasons. We take already "busy" lives and then add a number of commitments to our plate - then wonder why we feel frazzled and out of control. We can easily fall into the "it needs to be perfect" trap. (Feel free to define "it" any way you want!) And don't get me started [...]
Sometimes we participate in a holiday activity because “it’s tradition.” When is the last time you checked in with the family to be sure they all still enjoy the tradition? Kids grow up and family members’ and friends’ preferences change. Earlier we offered ideas on how to break down holiday tasks into their smallest components. Now it's time to take a closer look at what's on [...]
As we near the end of the year, it's normal to feel "busier." Let's be honest - you are a multifaceted human. You have personal and professional commitments - and probably not a ton of "free time." Then, the end of the year rolls around and we throw in 4th quarter goals, winter holidays (that come with multiple celebrations), and possibly lots of shopping. [...]
Fifteen years ago I sat on my kitchen floor and cried. It was the day after Thanksgiving and I was expecting 40 people in my home in about an hour. I had worked most of the weekend and all week except for Thanksgiving day. I had just found out that one of the guests was a vegetarian and I was SURE I wouldn't have [...]
I hear from so many clients at this time of year that they’re bogged down in all the to-dos and activities and end up feeling rushed and stressed – just the opposite of what they’d like to experience! Easy solution: Start by breaking it down. Make a list of all the activities you LOVE to do . . .and break them down into the [...]
