Being overwhelmed by paper… Globe and Mail Article
Clear Concept is excited to make our readers aware that our own Ann Gomez was called on to lend some expert advice for Leah Eichler's [...]
How To Start Flossing. Making Habits Stick.
Every time I used to leave the dentist I would think: "this time, I’m really going to floss." And then I do - for about [...]
Dealing With Perfectionism
Perfectionism runs rampant through the professional world and hurts our productivity and our overall health. Let me acknowledge up front that I am perfectly familiar [...]
5 Ways to Fall in Love with Your To Do List Again
If you are like many people, you love your To Do list. Research shows nearly two-thirds of professionals rely on their lists but if you're not crossing things off the way you once used to, your romance may be slightly tarnished. There are five critical ingredients to help you fall in love with your To Do list once again...
3 Reasons Why We Need the Mother of All Lists
Canadians are great at so many things. We invented the zipper, we dominate in hockey and we make a pretty mean snowball. And I am [...]
Too much to do and not enough time (left in the year)?
Let’s face it – we all have way too much work on the go. Most of us spread ourselves thin at the best of times. And this is only heightened with year-end deadlines and all of the holiday busyness. The challenge is we only have control over so much of our time. There are the non-negotiable deadlines, the meetings the emails, and additional holiday gatherings that leave little time to get “our” work done. And while I love the thought of cloning myself, we really do have to work with what we’ve got. Here are some key strategies to keep us calm and cheerful right through into the New Year.
Do You Suffer From ‘Last Minute-itis’?
A client recently told me that he suffers from ‘last minute-itis’. In other words, he puts everything off until the last minute: from preparing for [...]
Leading Productive Teams
I have always said that having a strong, productive team is the best way to achieve great things. Establishing a strong team has been a [...]
Injecting Creativity into All Projects
“Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Albert Einstein You’ve just been promoted to the role of project leader [...]
We’re Due for a Simple Productivity Tip
Many people are overwhelmed by the thought of getting organized. Managing the avalanche of information can be a bit like drinking from a fire hose. [...]