“I’m working over eighty-hours a week, yet I’m still behind on my work!” While consulting with a client on becoming more productive, I stumbled on to his hidden secret, which was costing him hours every week! Now, this may upset some people, but I’ve found that if you’re working more than sixty hours a week … Continue reading “How scheduling fun into your day improves productivity”
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Why being busy isn’t the same as being productive
“I’m too busy managing day-to-day issues to have time for strategic planning!” “I’m always busy. So why doesn’t seem like I’m never getting anything DONE?” I was in Phoenix recently, delivering the keynote for a really cool event with the National Pest Management Association on one of my favorite topics, The Myth of Multitasking, and … Continue reading “Why being busy isn’t the same as being productive”
How to stay fit when traveling for business
Are traveling and small spaces keeping you from a workout? Well, this one can be done in a prison cell! Exercise is essential to staying productive and happy, yet we often find reasons to avoid it. A common excuse is “I travel too much,” so I want to share a great routine with you. I’m … Continue reading “How to stay fit when traveling for business”
How hard time develops intuitive leadership skills
“He’s got boots on. Watch for a riot.” Reading people is critical to business success. In prison, it’s critical to daily survival. My friend, Coss Marte, developed the intuitive leadership skill the hard way: while doing hard time. He took this negative experience and turned it into a positive, though. His awareness of his surrounding … Continue reading “How hard time develops intuitive leadership skills”
How to start learning to enjoy your life again
“I’m tired of not being able to enjoy my life!” I hear this often from my consulting clients as they struggle with not knowing how to enjoy the moments intended to be fun. They’ve even wondered aloud if they’re a sociopath! Of course, they’re not…they’ve just forgotten HOW to have fun. PMI South Florida … Continue reading “How to start learning to enjoy your life again”
