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.
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.
Air your disappointment with a product or service by writing a letter that lets you vent while making your points clearly and effectively.
Fight procrastination … Bring all your calendars in sync … Become a great networker … Seize the power of LinkedIn recommendations …
Many management processes that look good on paper don’t work so well in the real world, writes Bruna Martinuzzi, author of Presenting with Credibility. Find opportunities where you can help cut the broken processes that don’t drive results and frustrate team members.
Create PDFs on the spot … Keep track of the boss’s flights … What you can learn from free LinkedIn stats … End conversations gracefully … Strengthen your secret questions.
If you’re having a hard time staying focused, the mess on your desk could be partly to blame, writes Mike Michalowicz at American Express OPEN Forum. You can get more productive by making a few simple adjustments to your habits and workspace.
Stephen Covey, author of the landmark self-help book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, passed away July 16. Scott Eblin, a leadership coach, shared his reflections on his favorites of those habits.
An OfficeTeam and IAAP survey of 4,415 administrative professionals asked: “In which of the following areas would you like to assist at your company?” Their top choice: event planning.
The advent of smartphones, tablets and social media keep you connected, but they also create distractions that hinder your efficiency. Try these tricks to improve productivity:
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