If you think you’re not a project manager, think again
Many years ago, I did not consider myself to be a project manager. Throughout my career, I have thought of myself as an entrepreneur; a [...]
How to Attend Less Meetings (Without sabotaging your career)
Some of us spend far too much time in meetings. I’m not talking about the absolutely critical meetings. I’m talking about the fringe meetings that [...]
Want More Time? Adopt These 6 Time Abundance Practices!
As I pulled into the client parking lot (a little pressed for time) I was mentally reviewing the packed day ahead of me. First a [...]
Summer Sorting Your Leadership Toolbox
For many of us in Ontario and Central Canada, the weather this weekend provided a great opportunity to get out of the house and work [...]
60 Ways To Build 60 Minutes Of Activity Into Your Day
If you’re anything like me, you are fully aware that you need to build more activity into your day. I’m convinced that activity boosts productivity, [...]
Just Throw Time At The Problem
"Just throw money at the problem and send a nice gift." That was the counsel I received from a former supervisor. He was trying to [...]
What Can The World’s Most Productive Countries Teach Us? You Might Be Surprised
There is no doubt about it – we work hard here in North America. And we often pay a big price. Long work hours translate [...]
Mastering the ART of Delegating
Delegating is such an all-encompassing word that it can feel overwhelming. What does it take to delegate well? How do I know if I am [...]
How to Use Gmail Like a Pro
Let’s face it, email is an integral part of our lives and the volume of messages we receive is growing daily. So it is in [...]
Why You Need to Kick Your Multi-Tasking Habit
Earlier in my career, I fancied myself to be a pretty savvy multi-tasker. I honestly thought this was the best way to fit more into [...]