Patricia, a mother of three and a physician, sent me a great question! How do you avoid being a “slave to the calendar” by allowing time for spontaneity and unexpected interruptions in your schedule? There are two parts to her question, so let’s dive into the most common issue—how to handle unexpected interruptions. Schedule buffer … Continue reading “How to include spontaneity in your calendar”
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A peek behind the scenes at LinkedIn Learning
I’m at the LinkedIn Learning studio filming an update to my Time Management Weekly Tips course, and I thought it would be fun to give you a quick peek into what goes on behind the scenes. So many people are involved in the creation of a course! It takes a lot of work to make these videos just right. … Continue reading “A peek behind the scenes at LinkedIn Learning”
Why saying no really means saying yes
Most of us are overcommitted. We think that being busy makes us important, but it just makes us ineffective. Remember this rule: whenever you say yes to one thing, you’re saying no to something else. Learn how to say no more often so you can get more done. Learn more about time management at DaveCrenshaw.com/time.
How I beat the odds of mental illness and abuse
Do you know someone who deals with depression? Or who struggles to build healthy relationships? Or be stable in their career? I do. This may seem outside of my normal message. It’s not. How we think about ourselves and others deeply effects our productivity and success. Not everyone wants to watch a 13-minute video about … Continue reading “How I beat the odds of mental illness and abuse”
How to improve employee training and team development | eight practical tips
Development topics covered: Why repetition isn’t just for the gym. How to turn a mistake into a coaching opportunity. How to create a system for proper training. Why demonstration is a powerful training tool. Why practice—with a little guidance—makes perfect. How observation improves training. How measurements lead to effective training. Why being open to changes in your … Continue reading “How to improve employee training and team development | eight practical tips”
