“I miss being able to walk down the hallway to ask my co-worker a question!” Working from home can create obstacles when it comes to connecting and communicating with your co-workers. During a recent radio interview on WWL AM in New Orleans with host Newell Normand, we discussed how to set clear expectations to … Continue reading “Why you need to communicate clear expectations for communication”
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Why a regularly scheduled Oasis improves your productivity
Make your hard work worth it NOW. Schedule an Oasis regularly! Working towards a bright future is great. Yet, we need to reward our efforts now, as well. When I spoke back in January at the Dance Studio Owners Association Retreat, I discussed my Oasis strategy. What’s an Oasis? It’s a moment in time—a break—where … Continue reading “Why a regularly scheduled Oasis improves your productivity”
Why a 2% increase in productivity makes a huge difference
“A 2% increase in productivity equals an entire work WEEK every single year!” While I can finally say my home office is a “perfect productivity environment,” it hasn’t always been this way. Small, consistent investments to improve the quality of your workspace will pay off in a big way. Become a productivity … Continue reading “Why a 2% increase in productivity makes a huge difference”
How to make a personal connection while staying physically isolated
A simple line that creates a personal connection. “I was thinking about you and wondering how you and your family are doing?” This is an email I received from my fellow LinkedIn Learning author and friend, Dean Karrel It really touched me that he reached out for no reason other than to check on me—to … Continue reading “How to make a personal connection while staying physically isolated”
How a budget can help you stop hoarding time
Do you know someone who struggles with hoarding? An attendee approached me after an event in February and explained his challenges. He found himself unable to say “no,” and it was causing a rift in his marriage. My suggestion to him—and others dealing with this issue? Rather than trying to entirely STOP the behavior, implement … Continue reading “How a budget can help you stop hoarding time”