What makes the difference between a productive meeting and a time-sucking disaster? The people who took part. Think about the monotone voice from the meeting podium or table — a drab PowerPoint presentation, and an old pot of stale coffee — those were the bad old days. If you’re still carrying on those meetings in […]
Have you ever woken up on Monday thinking, “What do I need to accomplish today? When Tuesday rolls around, you now have quite a list. By Wednesday, fires are starting, emails are multiplying, and meetings are taking up time that you will never regain. Finally, by the end of the week, you’re exhausted, but still […]
Maybe I shouldn’t say “the art of (blank),” because this phrase is somewhat overused. But there really is an art to group scheduling, and it will transform the chaos of collaboration into efficiency that you’ll be proud of. Let’s explore the landscape of effective teamwork as we journey through the vital elements that blend to […]
We’ve all been to boring meetings that are painful to sit through. As a manager, you don’t want to have that kind of meeting. How can you make them more fun? Some of your team won’t want to do these types of activities and shouldn’t be forced, but most may find the changeup fun. You […]
Imagine a world where the chaos of everyday family life flows in perfect harmony. Okay, don’t laugh, your time-tested calendaring work may not be perfect — but your family schedules will be better and there will be less stress. Here, I’ll show you how to balance individual and collective needs, setting realistic expectations and priorities. […]
Many of us have been working remotely for so long, using digital collaboration platforms like Basecamp, Slack, and Zoom, that it’s difficult to recall what it was like to go to work every day. But then, we have the office crew that sticks together like glue and watches out for each other, and sometimes the […]
Creating and managing successful calendars is a must-have skill. Whether you’re organizing a corporate conference or a dazzling soiree, the perfect event is just a few steps away. Defining your event’s purpose and goals before crafting a realistic budget and timeline to steer the show. Here you’ll have some secrets of selecting the ideal venue […]
Journey with us as we explore the role of digital calendars in embracing the digital age and harnessing efficient time management. Dive into the realm of integrating multiple calendars for a streamlined workflow and discover the power of customization and sharing, enabling fruitful collaborations. Finally, here are some valuable tips on implementing digital calendars for […]
Are you ready to transform your day-to-day life and break free from the shackles of procrastination? It’s time for you to design a day for peak performance and tap into the productivity powerhouse that lies within. I’ll guide you through the world of time blocking, from understanding the basics and building a strong foundation to […]
Meetings often have a bad reputation. And, to be fair, they deserve it. Long-winded conversations, vague agendas, and bloated calendar invites can leave everyone wondering, “Couldn’t this have been an email?” In fact, 71% of employees view meetings as wasteful, and only 11% as productive. Further, meetings overwhelm 45% of workers. However, meetings aren’t the […]
