I often experiment with programs to find new ways to shave a few extra minutes off of each day. New tools are developed daily that may be a fit for my clients’ way of working, so staying on top of the latest technology tricks is important to me. The following are three free software tools … Continue reading “Top Three Free Programs”
"I’m Just a [Insert Your Title Here] Who Can’t Say No"
Whether or not you’re familiar with the song from the classic musical Oklahoma, I find that this is an applicable title in the world of today’s entrepreneur and busy executive. Macro-multitasking is just as significant a problem as the garden-variety, moment-by-moment multitasking. Macro-multitasking is the splitting of one’s attention across many different projects, businesses, ventures, … Continue reading “"I’m Just a [Insert Your Title Here] Who Can’t Say No"”
"Why Is My Computer Slow?"
While I do not consider myself a “computer professional,” I often find myself poking around my clients’ computers. Since productivity is so closely tied to technology, I’m often investigating the little hiccups that are costing business executives big money. Sooner or later, I hear some form of this question: “Why has my computer been running … Continue reading “"Why Is My Computer Slow?"”
The Rule of Three
I see an oft-repeated situation with business owners. Typically it involves a spouse or business partner who is very concerned about cutting costs. This concerned person urges the business owner to spend less money, believing that if the business spends less money, then there will be more money left at the end. Unfortunately the math … Continue reading “The Rule of Three”
Which Phone is the Smart Phone? (Updated Nov.11, 2009)
A question I often hear when training new clients is: “What cell phone should I buy? What’s the best choice for me, among all the options?” While there is no one universal answer, there is one flavor of phone that has proven to be the best option for productivity, and that is a Windows-based Smartphone. … Continue reading “Which Phone is the Smart Phone? (Updated Nov.11, 2009)”
