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3 ways to bring your best to work this year
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3 ways to bring your best to work this year

Collaboration, Goals, High-performance, Mindset, Motivation, Productivity, Resilience, Thrive

3 ways to bring your best to work this year

By Clear Concept|2021-01-13T15:34:05+00:00January 12th, 2021|Collaboration, Goals, High-performance, Mindset, Motivation, Productivity, Resilience, Thrive|

At this point, the dust swirled up by a fury of new year’s resolution activities has settled. And even though 2020 is (finally) in our rear-view mirror, it’s natural to feel a little blurry-eyed looking forward to 2021. So, with one final headshake, let’s reset and consider how we can all bring our best to work this year and beyond. Our team at Clear Concept has been pursuing the answer to this question for the last two decades and have found three key drivers help us show up at our best, regardless of what is swirling around us.

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3 tips to overcome procrastination
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3 tips to overcome procrastination

Goals, Mindset, Motivation, Procrastination, Productivity, stress, Time Management

3 tips to overcome procrastination

By Clear Concept|2020-08-04T16:24:18+00:00August 4th, 2020|Goals, Mindset, Motivation, Procrastination, Productivity, stress, Time Management|

We all procrastinate. And yet we know our work quality suffers and our stress levels increase when we do. So, why do we do it? There are several psychological drivers of procrastination but the good news is once we begin to take action and gain momentum, there’s no stopping us. Here are 3 tips we can use to resist the urge to procrastinate.

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How to apply the Simplify Filter to work and life
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How to apply the Simplify Filter to work and life

Goals, Home Productivity, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Routine, Schedule Management, stress, Time Management

How to apply the Simplify Filter to work and life

By Clear Concept|2023-08-01T15:04:01+00:00February 25th, 2020|Goals, Home Productivity, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Routine, Schedule Management, stress, Time Management|

Do you ever feel as though your day runs you instead of the other way around? When we are pulled in many directions (as so many of us are), it may feel like we have no control over our own time. We find ourselves working longer, waking up earlier, and generally feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Anyone who juggles multiple priorities knows this feeling. When things get like this for me, I have a handy little tool I like to use to get me back on track and reclaim control. It’s my filter. The Simplify Filter, that is. Here's how it works...

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6 reasons why small steps are the best way to tackle big goals
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6 reasons why small steps are the best way to tackle big goals

Goals, High-performance, Leadership, Management, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Project Management

6 reasons why small steps are the best way to tackle big goals

By Ann Gomez|2020-06-10T19:11:52+00:00January 15th, 2019|Goals, High-performance, Leadership, Management, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Project Management|

Don't underestimate the power of small steps in leading us to our big goals. Breaking big tasks into smaller, attainable steps is key to getting started. Once we achieve some early success, our momentum grows and this leads to meaningful progress. Whether we are preparing for a big presentation, undertaking a home renovation or trying to be more fit, here are 6 reasons why small steps are the best way to tackle our big goals.

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Dear Stress: It’s not you, it’s me. We need to break up.
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Dear Stress: It’s not you, it’s me. We need to break up.

High-performance, Leadership, Management, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Resilience, stress

Dear Stress: It’s not you, it’s me. We need to break up.

By Ann Gomez|2018-08-06T17:43:43+00:00July 3rd, 2018|High-performance, Leadership, Management, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Resilience, stress|

A Harvard University survey confirms a good deal of our happiness depends on how well we manage stress. Ready to end this toxic relationship? Here are 13 ways to make the break.

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10 simple (but inspiring) ways to reduce email volume
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10 simple (but inspiring) ways to reduce email volume

Email, High-performance, Information Management, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Schedule Management, stress, Time Management

10 simple (but inspiring) ways to reduce email volume

By Ann Gomez|2021-04-28T17:29:57+00:00June 1st, 2018|Email, High-performance, Information Management, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity, Productivity, Schedule Management, stress, Time Management|

You probably know this already but you may be getting too many emails. If this resonates, you are not alone. Email is a powerful tool and it can make life easier but when your inbox continues to grow despite your best efforts to whittle it down, it can become a source of unnecessary stress and anxiety. Thankfully, we have ten simple but effective ways you can reduce email volume, take control of your inbox – and leave some room for inspiration in your day. Read on to learn more.

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What’s your score? Why you need a personal scorecard
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What’s your score? Why you need a personal scorecard

Goals, High-performance, Leadership, Management, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity

What’s your score? Why you need a personal scorecard

By Ann Gomez|2020-06-10T19:21:37+00:00April 9th, 2018|Goals, High-performance, Leadership, Management, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity|

I’ve learned the important things in life and at work are far too important to leave up to chance. Sounds obvious but in truth, this is what many of us are doing when we set goals and don’t regularly review them. Reviewing our goals is how we maintain focus, momentum and stay true to our key priorities. Yet the busier we get, many of us tend to bump this important but non-urgent task. Now, I’ve got a one-page personal scorecard to keep me and my goals on track. Are you ready to create your own personal scorecard? Read on to learn more.

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6 pillars to master a leader mindset
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6 pillars to master a leader mindset

Leadership, Management, Management Effectiveness

6 pillars to master a leader mindset

By Ann Gomez|2020-06-10T19:22:59+00:00January 4th, 2018|Leadership, Management, Management Effectiveness|

We are all capable of making an outstanding impact and we deserve to be energized by uplifting leaders. But with statistics showing only 30% of the workforce is fully engaged, the world clearly needs more dynamic leaders. Mastering a leader mindset is accessible to all of us. The answer lies in these six skills we can all embrace.

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Want more time for your top priorities? 6 compelling reasons to make routine your routine
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Want more time for your top priorities? 6 compelling reasons to make routine your routine

Leadership, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity, Schedule Management, Time Management

Want more time for your top priorities? 6 compelling reasons to make routine your routine

By Ann Gomez|2020-06-10T16:58:07+00:00October 15th, 2017|Leadership, Management Effectiveness, Personal Productivity, Schedule Management, Time Management|

We here at Clear Concept are fascinated with how uber successful people fit so much into their days. Interestingly, people like Mozart, Jobs, Tesla, Oprah and Messi share one common theme: a routine built around their top priorities. Here, we share 6 compelling reasons to make routine your routine,

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What’s your plan?
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What’s your plan?

Management Effectiveness, Productivity, Routine, Schedule Management, Time Management

What’s your plan?

By Ann Gomez|2023-06-01T15:31:13+00:00September 26th, 2017|Management Effectiveness, Productivity, Routine, Schedule Management, Time Management|

We face an abundance of choice in life which is truly amazing. But if you’re anything like me, you sometimes find yourself a tad over-committed – at both work and home. Here is how I manage overload while still pursuing the things I love.

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