Is this you... You finish projects only at the last minute, often compromising on quality. You end up paying your bills in a rush on the last day, perhaps late. And what about your dreams? Are you procrastinating on your life goals? Dreams that are really important to you? Starting your own business Getting that advanced certification or training that will dramatically increase your income Starting that new project at work that will make a tremendous difference to your … [Read more...]
What do you need to become successful? The million dollar question
Great question isn't it? Joy (my co-founder) and I have read numerous books on this topic, had conversations with many successful (and super-successful ) people, and coached business leaders and millionaire entrepreneurs from around the world. We believe that there is no single formula to being successful. However, there are certain common attributes that all successful people have. It's NOT money, networks, an ivy league education or family support. All that helps, but you can still be … [Read more...]
Why multitasking is killing your productivity and how to regain your focus
Are you the veritable task-juggler? Is being on a conference call with a client while shooting off several emails and reading the sales report your team just finished second nature to you? Congratulations, multitasker! You jump from task to task with the grace of a gazelle and are highly commended for your daily feats. But wait... Didn’t you resend some of those emails because you forgot to attach the presentation? Didn’t you call your client again to confirm certain details of the … [Read more...]
Julie Gray Talks about Time Management and Balanced Living: Interview
Are you always pressed for time? Are you always rushing from one task to another? Is your busy lifestyle affecting your health and well-being? Julie Gray used to be in the same boat. She was always 'busy' - never having time for herself. But Julie realized that wasn't the life she wanted. She made a decision to pay more attention to herself – to live life more fully rather than remain a workaholic. Now the Founder at Profound Impact, Julie coaches others to live balanced and fulfilled lives. … [Read more...]
Mailbird CEO Andrea Loubier’s secret to becoming an Email Ninja
Do you rush to check your inbox every time it 'pings' a new mail? Are the number of unread messages in your inbox piling up? Have you lost important information in the daily deluge of emails? Does inbox zero feel like a distant unachievable dream? If the answer to any one of the above is 'yes', don't lose heart. There are simple ways to turn the dreaded email into your best productivity tool. Email expert Andrea Loubier, CEO of Mailbird - a sharp email client made for Windows - has let us in … [Read more...]
Setting Goals? Avoid these 3 Deadly Mistakes
It’s frustrating, isn’t it? You work hard to meet targets. You aim high and dream big. You are ambitious and motivated. Yet, you consistently fall short of achieving your goals. Don’t you feel like kicking yourself? Who wouldn’t? Don’t do it yet, though. Focus instead on the process of setting goals. “A goal properly set is halfway reached.” - Zig Ziglar A well-set goal, like a well-oiled plan, can help you realize your dreams faster, be it starting a new business, working towards that … [Read more...]
7 Successful People Share their Keystone Habits
Do you wonder? How do some people manage to get so much done? Run successful businesses, keep getting promotions at work, spend time with their families, work out and take care of their health, and find 'me' time. How do they find the time and the energy? The Secret Sauce In his book, the 'The Power of Habit', Charles Duhigg discusses the concept of the keystone habit. Many successful people derive their focus and energy by leveraging the power of keystone habits. A keystone habit is a … [Read more...]
8 Sneaky Tricks to Clobber your Afternoon Slump
It's midday. You have a lot to finish today, don't you? But... Your eyelids are getting heavy. You stifle a yawn (then ten!). The world is turning a bit fuzzy around the corners. You have been bitten by the afternoon slump. Also known as the post-lunch energy dip, it hits most of us in most offices usually between 2-3 pm (The National Health Service, UK, puts the timing at a precise 2.16 pm!) and leaves us feeling tired and grumpy. Who's to blame? Don’t blame your lunch though, it can … [Read more...]
5 Ways the Mailbox App Saves You 20 Minutes Everyday
When was the last time you tried a productivity app that really amazed you? The best apps start saving you time right away. They are easy to learn, easy to use and have a free version that you would be happy to pay for! Mailbox is all of the above, except, that it's completely free! Already a Mailbox user? You might still stumble upon something new in this post! Lots of Mailbox users don’t use all of its secret weapons. (In case if you are wondering, I have no financial affiliation with … [Read more...]
5 Surprisingly Easy Tricks to Make Running a Habit
You were really excited… …in the beginning! You had signed up for a 6k run in your neighbourhood. You had also joined the local running club. You were really motivated, weren't you? Your willpower was on a sprint and you were geared up to bolt towards the finishing line. But then… You went for a vacation or a work trip for a week. What happened when you got back? Do you still have that initial momentum? Do you feel like giving up, because starting over is such a pain? Is it tough … [Read more...]