Quiet Please!
I recently read an article that appeared in Fast Company linking quietness and productivity. I do believe there is a lot of validity to this and I would take it a step further. Defining a person in a state of “being quiet” includes people who may not speak up much and sing their own praises. I would add that it also includes people who don’t allow a lot of random thoughts and self talk to clutter up their minds. In other words, your mind is open and your mouth is closed. Following are some thoughts… Continue reading
Just say “No”
So many people I work with are super busy. They are up at the crack of dawn looking at their email. Work hard all day. Take work home and have their weekends filled to the brim with activities. Many of these over achievers share something in common. They can’t seem to say “no” to anyone. Here are some thoughts about saying “no”.
1. You’re allowing someone else to set your agenda. Achievers get things done and others know it. They get asked to sit on committees, organize events and head up… Continue reading
Being Present
There is one tip that I can give you which will help you achieve the strongest relationships. Be fully present when communicating with someone – in person, on the phone, texting, email or Skype. Give that person your full and undivided attention during your communication. You might think you already do that or that you can “multi-task” during your conversation. Following are some thoughts on being fully present.
Thought 1: You can’t “multi-task”. The other person can always tell that you’re doing something in addition to talking – whether it is in person… Continue reading
Simplify!
I’m always looking for ways to simplify my life. Simplifying to me means less stress and a life that flows from one thing to the next. It also means getting my work done without pressure. I’ve made great progress from where I started. It’s a constant work in progress. Here’s some tips that have worked for me.
Tip 1: Unclutter your life. I started at work and at home. I found it was like peeling an onion – some tears, some fumes, layer after layer. It seemed overwhelming so I… Continue reading
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