Workplace distractions can be the worst! One minute you’re focused in on something important and the next, you’re checking your Facebook notifications or watching a YouTube video. Nearly 3 out of 4 workers admit them feel distracted at some point on the job and according to Inc, lost efficiency due to distractions is costing companies millions. It’s […]
Planning a wedding takes time. Running a business takes even more. Trying to do both at the same time is exponentially more challenging. It is, however, possible. But you’ll need a plan for maximizing productivity each step of the way. Get Your Priorities Straight There are parts of planning a wedding that are fun and […]
There is only so much an individual can do in a day. We’ve all heard it a zillion times. There are only so many hours in a day — and we all have the same amount. For this reason alone — you must have a calendar — and for this reason alone — you must […]
Running a business requires a ton of work. You’ll likely put in long hours and manage what seems like a never-ending to-do list even if it grants you some amazing results. If you don’t want to get stuck working 24/7, because that can literally happen even if you love your business, you’ll need to find […]
No matter what kind of work you do, it’s important to do the best job possible. To make that happen, you’ll need a good attitude so that negativity doesn’t rub off on others you deal with. Of course there’s more to it than attitude in order to be good at what you do. You need […]
Dictionary.com defines time management as, “the analysis of how working hours are spent and the prioritization of tasks in order to maximize personal efficiency in the workplace.” Considering that the roots of time management come from the business world, this is a pretty solid definition. A Brief History of Time Management As Susan Ward explains […]
Whether you own a business or work for someone else who does, there are sometime bumps in the road. If one of those bumps is a decrease in productivity you may wonder how to correct it. Some managers and business owners prefer to inspire their workers by example. Others would rather give inspirational speeches to […]
To be successful, cultivate the right habits to maximize your productivity and help you achieve great things. Getting in the routine of doing certain things like visualizing success and learning from your mistakes can help you be more productive both in the short and long-run. Some of the most successful people today do certain things […]
Creativity is something a business owner can never have too much of. Some businesses actually thrive on it so when your creative juices stop flowing, you could be in for a tough time. When you’re facing a creative block, I wish the solution could be as simple as to wait it out and let the inspiration […]
What do you do when you need extra money in your budget? You could cut down on monthly spending to save money. For instance you could eat out less, lower your grocery costs, and turn up your thermostat. But you could approach the problem from the other direction as well. In other words, instead of […]
