Culture statements, missions, visions, values, credos, secret handshakes, etc. The list goes on and on. At best, a megaton of company literature distracts you, employees, and customers alike. Not good. Too much definition can become overwhelming. What happens then? Chaos! Confusion! Disinterest! Obviously, your motivational documents shouldn’t cause those. Yet small businesses need direction and … Continue reading “Which Motivational Documents Actually Help Workers Stay Focused?”
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Appease Question Vultures and Stay Focused
Picture two dozen unread documents at your desk, at least 25 time-contingent emails within your inbox, with a do-or-die meeting in three hours. Then somebody knocks on your door with a “quick question.” Did your concentration just get obliterated? Yes, it did. Your time and focus is valuable, but co-workers need attention too. More importantly, … Continue reading “Appease Question Vultures and Stay Focused”
Why Your Hard Work is Killing Your Business Valuation
Are you a crazed business ninja? Trying to do everything all the time? Always fighting the next piece of work? Imagine doing less and having more time. “I couldn’t do that,” you’d say. “I’m the expert in my business and I need to do it all!” You’re right. No one can complete tasks in your … Continue reading “Why Your Hard Work is Killing Your Business Valuation”
Get Out of Debt to Get More Time
You try to avoid debt as much as you can, right? As a smart person, you know it’s costly to pay that interest every month. But are you trying to avoid time debt? Odds are, you’re often paying up to a one thousand percent interest rate on time, and not even realizing it. Watch this … Continue reading “Get Out of Debt to Get More Time”
The Myth of Multitasking is Alive and Well
If you’re like most people, the myth of multitasking is alive and well where you work. It’s not as simple as refusing to multitask and reminding yourself to focus. There are obstacles in the way, and the biggest one lives inside of you. Find out the biggest obstacle standing between you and a more focused … Continue reading “The Myth of Multitasking is Alive and Well”
