I recently posted a question on Facebook asking is “anybody out there feeling like you have so much to do and too little time to get it done?” It was not surprising that many people responded saying “yes,” “me,” and “all the time.” A few even commented using the raised Read more…
“The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.” ~ Stephen Covey Projects can pile up quickly. Some are large, complex and time-consuming. Others are simple and quick as lightening. Projects seem to come from every direction. Customers, managers, peers, family and friends are Read more…
Words to live by. Those catchy, memorable phrases that shape our convictions, character and conduct. We gather them from books, people, articles and perhaps even TV shows. In a split second we can recall a statement grilled into our minds by a parent, grandparent or mentor. “Common sense is not Read more…
“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” I have a hectic schedule. I bet that statement resonates with you. It seems to be the norm. We are busy. It doesn’t mean we are productive or effective with our days. We are simply busy. Chances are you’re running on fumes and Read more…
What is effective leadership? It may be difficult to pin down a definition. But it is certainly easy to recognize effective leadership. One way to define effective leadership is allowing people to get to know you, believe in you and, ultimately, go along with you towards a shared vision and common Read more…
“Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning and focused effort.” – Paul J. Meyer I was picking up my favorite breakfast sandwich at Panera Bread. An upbeat lady with a beautiful smile says, “I love your dress. It’s great for Read more…
“Within you right now is the power to do things you never dreamed possible. This power becomes available to you just as soon as you can change your beliefs.” – Maxwell Maltz A woman had been bleeding excessively, hemorrhaging, for 12 years. The doctors could not heal her. A man Read more…
“Good order is the foundation of all things.” – Edmund Burke I remember vividly the first day I started using a planner, not a calendar, but a planner. It was my first day in my first official career related job. The owner walked me through the house rules of this Read more…