Topics Covered: How to find 40 extra hours of time each month How many gathering points do you have? Don’t use your mind like a post-it note! Why you should stop using a to-do list Why saying no really means saying yes. If your inbox is full, you’re doing it wrong. Why you should schedule time to do nothing Do … Continue reading “How to manage your time effectively – eight practical tips”
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Why we need a digital free zone to be productive
Each of us needs a digital-free zone. A time and place where we can be free from the beeps, buzzes, and flashing screens of the world. If you don’t have this place of sanctuary, create one. Even if it’s just for one hour at a time, create a recurring schedule in your week to be digital-free. … Continue reading “Why we need a digital free zone to be productive”
How to drop the “now” mentality
Some managers expect all work to be done immediately—the moment they think about it! This perpetuates inefficiency. Instead, think in terms of “when” and provide specific deadlines. If there’s a conflict, have an open conversation about how to make the tasks fit together in everyone’s schedule. DaveCrenshaw.com/Speaker
How many gathering points do you have?
The average person has between 30 to 40 gathering points, places where unresolved items gather, such as inboxes, desk drawers, and notepads. The less gathering points you have, the more productive you’ll be. Consolidate all those random places to get down to six gathering points—or less. DaveCrenshaw.com/Time
Why repetition isn’t just for the gym
Repetition is essential to effective training. We understand this principle with professional athletes and musicians. Yet we ignore it in the workplace. Chose an area for you or others to improve upon. Then schedule enough time to get plenty of reps to achieve mastery. Repetition is essential to effective training. DaveCrenshaw.com/Speaker
