In our fast-paced professional world, meetings play a crucial role in decision-making, collaboration, and progress. However, all too often, we find ourselves caught in lengthy, unproductive meetings that do not achieve the objectives, leave...
Read moreHenry Ward Beecher once said, “The first hour of the morning is the rudder of the day.” The goals you want to achieve in the early hours of the day, before you you begin work or start your commute to work, can set the stage for your...
Read moreSince 1985, I’ve worked from home. Staying motivated when no one is watching can be a challenge especially if working from home is a new venture for you since the pandemic. Here are 5 practical tips I’ve learned along my...
Read moreAre you looking for more productivity and unity with your team? Take a closer look at the threads of communication within your work community. No matter where you sit on the organizational chart of a department, committee or company here are 3...
Read moreWorkplace burnout is not a new problem but it is a growing one. Today, employers are asking workers to do more with less resources which is contributing to the increase in burnout and more conversation surrounding it. According to Deloitte, 77%...
Read moreOn March 19, 2022, in Williamsport, PA, I was able to cross off a long-time wish item from my bucket list…. speak on the TEDx stage. Due to the pandemic uptick, the event was a little more low-key and the audience much smaller than I...
Read moreTired of the cold? Hang in there, the promise of spring will be here soon. While you wait, here are some productive tasks to accomplish. When you’re done, you’ll be ready to get outside and enjoy the season of spring. Send a card(s)...
Read moreFebruary is the month of love. I will be sharing posts and videos on social media including this blog with the message of self-love. My hope is to encourage you to do what you can to improve your body, mind and well-being. Self-care practices are...
Read moreClutter sucks! And, it can suck the life out of you. Literally. Clutter Impacts Your Health Your respiratory system can be compromised due to excess clutter. A space that is difficult to clean because of disorganization and clutter collects dust...
Read moreWith today’s economic slump, a rising interest in minimalism and the overwhelm of holiday commercialism I thought it would be helpful to revisit a blog post from a few years ago. This season, you may want to consider gift giving ideas which...
Read moreBy the year 2025, Global Analytics predicts 36.2 million people will be working from home. This is an 87% increase over pre-pandemic numbers. Whether you live in a condo, apartment or house- here are elements to consider when choosing an office...
Read moreAvoid the habits listed below (formerly my habits) and watch what happens to your focus, energy and productivity. 1. Avoid storing stuff in your head. In his book, “Getting Things Done, David Allen says that “your mind is for having...
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