Productivity (Page 2)
Use Personal Goals to Shape Everything You Do
Many jobs have formal goal-setting and goal-measuring programs. You should be doing the same for yourself and your personal life.
The Solution to Task List Woes
I've never been able to get task lists to work for me, regardless of what app I used. So I threw all my lists and apps out and tried something entirely new.
Maintain Balance by Checking In
Balance is the key to doing anything well for a long period of time. But balance can fade slowly over time. We must check in to ensure we are maintaining balance in our lives.
Sometimes I Break My Rules
To maintain a consistent state of efficiency, I have rules. They aren't strict. But they help guide me.
Take On More Than You Can Handle
You need to know what you limit is. But you won't find it unless you push toward the boundaries.
I Don't Hate People, I'm Efficient
In-person meetings are, for the most part, a waste of efficiency, especially when attendees have to drive to get to the meeting. I avoid them when possible.
Emergencies Are Usually Self-Inflicted
An emergency in the business world is stressful. Many times we bring those emergencies on ourselves. It's time to put a stop to it!
Conquer Household Chores using The Ironing Approach
Small batches work really well in manufacturing and product development. Let's try them out around the house.
Introducing Continuous Abstraction
Abstract core components of related challenges to make solving future challenges easier and faster.
Your Employees Aren't Working 40 Hours Per Week
The traditional work week is highly inefficient. If we really want 40 hours, let's get 40 hours of actual work done.