Inboxes, whether for your email or your physical stuff, are not storage places. Instead, empty out gathering points like this every week. Deal with each item one at a time, either by throwing it away or moving it to a less distracting permanent home, like an archive. Find more time management tips at … Continue reading “If your inbox is full, you’re doing it wrong”
Category: Focused Business
How to stop email from taking over your day
I’m in Phoenix, Arizona about to do a workshop with Camden Living on the Myth of Multitasking. If you aren’t familiar with what I teach on this topic or in my course Time Management Fundamentals, it’s all about how we lose SO much time switching back and forth between tasks. We lose an entire work … Continue reading “How to stop email from taking over your day”
Why practice—with a little guidance—makes perfect!
If you want someone to master a system, let them practice using roleplaying and guided exercises. No one’s ever become more muscular just by watching a coach lift weights. During practicing, provide feedback and correction as needed. Make small corrections to guide people toward habits that get the best possible results. Learn more about booking … Continue reading “Why practice—with a little guidance—makes perfect!”
How a timer can build your mental focusing muscle
A simple timer is a surprisingly effective tool to build focus. Pick one thing to focus on, such as a book or even a show. Set the timer for 5 minutes, and practice focusing on that thing. Then gradually increase your time and repeat. You can slowly rebuild your mental focusing muscle. Learn more focusing … Continue reading “How a timer can build your mental focusing muscle”
How a clear vision can motivate your team
We are all motivated by a vision of some kind. When we can imagine a better future, we’re inspired to make that vision come to life. Your people also need a vision. Have you clearly defined it in writing? Create a simple document that helps the team know where you’re going. Learn more about time management at DaveCrenshaw.com/time. … Continue reading “How a clear vision can motivate your team”
