Ever have one of those days where you haven't stopped and yet don't feel like you've accomplished anything? Yeah, me too. Take a moment to look back on the day and see what you've done, as opposed to what's left to do; it really helps. Please share your thoughts in the comments below. … [Read more...] about Monday Motivator – Ever make a done list?
Productivity
Monday Motivator – How I create a distraction-free zone
Can you guess what is the first thing I do when I settle in to work on a project? I clear my desk, shut my access to all social media, and turn off my phone. Then I can settle into my "distraction-free" zone and get work done. What do you shut off to get rid of the distractions? (PS Kids and … [Read more...] about Monday Motivator – How I create a distraction-free zone
Monday Motivator – How to manage your email inbox…
Email is a bit of a love/hate relationship for me. It works. It's useful. It's a chore. It's overwhelming. One way I manage my inbox is with the liberal use of the delete key. There are 40 items in my inbox right now, and I’m constantly trying to get it down to zero. How many emails are in … [Read more...] about Monday Motivator – How to manage your email inbox…
Monday Motivator – how to take control
I was speaking with a client the other day about a task he needed to complete. He said it would take him 2 hours to do, but he only had one hour available. I challenged him to get it done in one. He did. What project can you take control over? You’d be amazed at how much you can get done. Let … [Read more...] about Monday Motivator – how to take control
Monday Motivator – It’s Monday, here’s what’s working…
Why do we trust everyone except ourselves? Whether it's a product, Ed or a business opportunity, make sure it works for who you are and what you want to do. What do you do because of someone else? How can you make your day work for you? Share your thoughts in the comment section below. … [Read more...] about Monday Motivator – It’s Monday, here’s what’s working…
Monday Motivator – Here’s the agenda…
Business owners have told me that they are afraid to pick up the phone and make a sales call because the recipient will suspect that they want something. Well guess what, they're right. Every conversation you enter has an agenda. The key is to be up front about the agenda. Don't pretend it … [Read more...] about Monday Motivator – Here’s the agenda…