Continuing with our series on the Productivity Workflow Formula™ (PWF) Step 2: Schedule Time to Do It: REDUCE YOUR OBLIGATIONS Once you've identified your key tasks, make the time to do them. Remember, time management really boils down to self-management: the willingness to stop misusing time and practice self-discipline. While you’re not going to waste time during the workday, you’re not trying to do it all. Block out time for your critical HIT lists tasks right on your calendar. Work to reduce your obligations by adopting the computer science concept of "caching." This involves developing the ability to add, drop, and refuse new data on the fly, in order to streamline your workload. I call this "availability caching." When you find yourself at or near maximum capacity, it helps make … [Read more...]
The “Work Less, More Success” Guide to Time Management!
Since 1992, I've dedicated my career to teaching people how to do less while achieving more. American workers need this relief now more than ever. In the past decade, we've worked harder and done more with less than at any time since the Great Depression. Unfortunately, the pay hasn't kept pace with our efforts, and we often excel at the expense of our health, relationships, and free time. People are tired of "do more with less" and want to "do less and achieve more"! Overwork may be slowly killing you, emotionally, physically, and/or spiritually. But it doesn't have to. Often, overwork stems from taking the wrong approach to structuring one's schedule. I have a solution to offer—one that will significantly reduce your task load and help you rebalance your work/life ratio in your favor. … [Read more...]
Make Some Waves to Get Rid of Time Drains
Laura Stack, The Productivity Pro(R), says that sometimes you need to speak up about things that are hampering your productivity. (C) 2011 Laura Stack. All Rights Reserved. https://theproductivitypro.com … [Read more...]
Recent Articles on Productivity
Just wanted to share some recent articles on productivity that I thought you all might enjoy! 3 Types of Awareness That Can Improve Productivity at PickTheBrain.com. Effects of Poor Lighting on Employee Productivity at ASuccessfulWoman.com. 5 Things That Waste Your Time at Work at Mashable.com. And finally, We Work Too Hard at Huffington Post online. Have a safe and happy 4th of July! … [Read more...]
What To Do When There’s Too Much To Do released today!
Today is the day! My latest book, "What To Do When There's Too Much To Do" hit bookshelves today. See this video from Brian Tracy talking about the book: Buy the book today from Amazon, BN, 800CEORead or any retailer. Forward a copy of your receipt to [email protected] and you'll receive some special bonuses. Check out the details at LauraStack.com/WhatToDo. … [Read more...]
Productivity Minute Video: Limit Your Socializing to Skyrocket Your Productivity
It's important to develop positive relationships at work. Laura Stack, The Productivity Pro(R), talks about balancing social time with work time so you can get more done. (C) 2012 Laura Stack. All Rights Reserved. https://theproductivitypro.com … [Read more...]
Don’t Buy My New Book!
Don't buy Laura Stack's book until JUNE 26 that is! The Productivity Pro, Inc. is pleased to announce the publication of Laura Stack's newest productivity book, What To Do When There's Too Much To Do: Reduce Tasks, Increase Results, and Save 90 Minutes a Day (Berrett-Koehler). However, DON'T buy it! Yes, that's right--don't buy it--until JUNE 26. Buy your copy on JUNE 26 at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or 800CEORead, and email your receipt to [email protected] for special bonuses from authors Dianna Booher, Eric Chester, Mark Sanborn, Joe Calloway, Terri Sjodin, and Laura Stack! Bonuses Include: Two giveaways from Dianna Booher, plus a bonus offer! FREE recording of The Power of Personal Presence and FREE eBook Presentation Pointers. Tiebreakers by Joe Calloway. Joe … [Read more...]
Productivity Minute Video: Get Away From It All To Improve Your Productivity
Sometimes you need to get away from it all in order to get things done. Laura Stack, The Productivity Pro(R), explains why it's important to do this from time to time. (C) 2012 Laura Stack. All Rights Reserved. https://theproductivitypro.com … [Read more...]
The “Work Less, More Success” Guide to Time Management!
Since 1992, I've dedicated my career to teaching people how to do less while achieving more. American workers need this relief now more than ever. In the past decade, we've worked harder and done more with less than at any time since the Great Depression. Unfortunately, the pay hasn't kept pace with our efforts, and we often excel at the expense of our health, relationships, and free time. People are tired of "do more with less" and want to "do less and achieve more"! Overwork may be slowly killing you, emotionally, physically, and/or spiritually. But it doesn't have to. Often, overwork stems from taking the wrong approach to structuring one's schedule. I have a solution to offer—one that will significantly reduce your task load and help you rebalance your work/life ratio in your … [Read more...]
True Productivity at Work Requires Pacing Yourself
"He who sows hurry reaps indigestion." -- Robert Louis Stevenson, Scottish author. "Have fun in your command. Don't always run at a breakneck pace. Take leave when you've earned it, spend time with your families." -- Colin Powell, former American Secretary of State and retired four-star general. "If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away." Henry David Thoreau, American philosopher. Like most modern office workers, you probably find yourself constantly juggling multiple projects, driven by deadlines bearing down like freight trains. As a result, you may feel you have no choice but to keep pushing yourself in order to maximize your personal productivity. Oh, … [Read more...]
