Track time better than a spreadsheet
If you’re still tracking your time for projects or clients with a spreadsheet, it’s time to transition to a modern tool, program or application such as one of these suggested by columnist Lindsay Olson.
Category: Productivity
6 reasons iPads are good for business
Challenges remain in integrating iPads with corporate computing systems, but there are plenty of reasons to bring them on board, says PC Magazine analyst Samara Lynn.
Two cures for procrastination
You don’t want to do it, you don’t know how to do it or you can’t imagine when you’ll find time to do it. Whatever your excuse for procrastinating, here are two ways to overcome it.
Even more uses for color coding
Look beyond your file folders to organize by color in your office. If you already place urgent papers in a red folder for the boss and all your forms for the accounting department in a green folder, add these steps.
Nail every deadline
Everyone handles deadlines differently, but if you want to keep your career on track, you need a systematic approach to make sure you’re meeting them. Here are a few tips.
3 ways to impress your boss
No matter what level you’re at, adopting these three behaviors is sure to impress your boss, Ora Shtull writes.
8 best apps for taking care of business
The number of applications smartphone users have to choose from is mind-boggling, but for every task at hand there are some that stand above the rest. Here are eight that are a great help on the job.
Steer clear of to-do list icebergs: 6 tips
If you plan on knocking out a task quickly and then discover there’s far more to it than you expected, it’s going to wreak havoc on your schedule and could easily torpedo a ton of your free time. Here are some steps to ensure you won’t be surprised by a to-do list iceberg.
Turn in your ‘supply police’ badge
If you’d rather spend your workday doing more than dispensing “sticky” pads and policing paper procurements, use these tactics to control the supply monster.
Write an effective letter of complaint
Air your disappointment with a product or service by writing a letter that lets you vent while making your points clearly and effectively.