Automation to Reduce Stress. Setting Calendar Reminders for the Time You Need...
One of the principles of a productivity system called Getting Things Done is that people need a system for being reminded of the information they need, at the moment they need to be reminded of it,...
View ArticleFree Task Management Download
I made a free download people can use for prioritizing tasks. You can view it online here. To download it so you can use it however you please, click the link above, go to the File Menu, and select...
View ArticleProductivity – Batching Tasks
The idea of “batching” tasks to streamline your workflow isn’t new, but I thought I’d share a couple of very quick examples of how I actually use this. These are related to finances, but aren’t TOO...
View Article"Top of the Cliff" Problem Solving as a Mastery Activity for When You Feel...
When you’re feeling depressed or overwhelmed, try doing some “top of the cliff” problem solving. By “top of the cliff” I mean problem solving that involves putting a structure in place that will ease...
View ArticleA, B, and C Tasks
This simple tip comes from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Adults with ADHD, but can be used by anyone. Here’s how. Assign a letter to each of the tasks on your to do list. A = Highest priority. HAS...
View ArticleProcrastination Tip: Next Action
If you have a “B” task that you have been putting off (read here to find out what a “B” task is) try asking yourself what the “next action” required is. Your answer should be one small, specific...
View ArticleSystems and Procedures for Your Repeated Tasks
I read some research awhile back (I can’t remember where sorry!) that said that people’s spare time usually occurs in chunks of 40 minutes or less. The time I have to work on admin tasks tends to occur...
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