Try these tips to outrun your workday
Before you deploy the search and rescue over a tightly scheduled project that seems like it will never cross the finish line, remember these tips when scheduling more work around it.
Category: Productivity
5 ways to procrastinate wisely
So you don’t feel like opening that onerous spreadsheet. That’s OK. Try these idle activities.
Declutter and free your mind
Tiny bits of mental energy are tied up in each of our possessions. We’re subconsciously bombarded by questions: What if I lose this? What will it cost to replace? When can I afford a better one? To feel lighter, try a possession purge and simplify in other areas too.
5 steps to take after a workplace conflict
These 5 things will help you resolve the situation.
How to handle the shame of a mistake
It is estimated that the average human being will make 2 million mistakes in life. OK, not really—we have no idea of the actual figure, but that seems close. What to do about the small percentage we make at work and that haunt us days, weeks, even months later?
How to package your career portfolio
More than a résumé, a portfolio spotlights your strengths. While a résumé focuses on job duties, a portfolio draws attention to results and accomplishments.
The case for scheduling on paper
Smartphone apps offer calendar, note-taking and reminder functions that can put organization right at your fingertips. However, there are benefits to old-fashioned pen and paper that an app can’t duplicate.
Falling behind again at work? 6 tricks
These days it can feel like you never catch up at work. The Washington Post’s career coach, Joyce E.A. Russell, offers tips to help you get caught up once and for all.
5 changes make your workspace more productive
While you may not have the space of a CEO’s suite, there are a few things you can do to fix up your space that will improve your workflow.
Which to-do list method works for you?
If the top item on your to-do list reads “Organize to-do list,” you know how difficult they can be to manage. Is there a secret formula for a great to-do list?