I find that I work better and think more creatively when surrounded by objects on my desk which inspire me. I like the minimalist desk because clutter is a distraction. As a result, I place a few items which serve as my muses. Whenever I have a mental or writer block these pieces help me to [...]
Archive for the ‘Time’ Category
My Muses
Posted in Books, Inspiration, Time, tagged mental block, Muses, writer block on March 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Basics
Posted in Answers, Time, tagged annoyances, confirmation number, disappointments, expect and inspect, fine print, label, The Basics, time wasters on January 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
How do you reduce annoyances, disappointments, and time wasters? Read the fine print before you sign. Check the label so you know what you get. Write down the confirmation number. Always inspect what you expect.
Goodbye 2008
Posted in Inspiration, Time, tagged 2008, amazing memories, awesome year, goodbye on December 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
2008 has been an awesome year. The blessings, surprises, farewells, laughs, tears, victories, congratulations, and celebrations – all the elements which give our lives fun, depth, and meaning. Goodbye 2008 – thank you for all the amazing memories!
Delegate and Conquer
Posted in Happiness, Money, People, Success, Time, tagged delegate and conquer, divide and conquer, other people's money, other people's time on November 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Have you heard of the phrase “Let’s divide and conquer”? Some of you may have already used it effectively as a strategy to get more done. I like its twin method too: “delegate and conquer.”
I observe that successful people and those who have accomplished so much with their lives use this strategy of delegate and [...]
Quitting versus Letting Go
Posted in Decide, Time, tagged Don Schlitz, giving up, Kenny Rogers, letting go, quitting, The Gambler, Vince Poscente on September 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I am familiar with part of “The Gambler” lyrics written by Don Schlitz and sung by Kenny Rogers: “You got to know when to hold ‘em; know when to fold ‘em. Know when to walk away, and know when to run.” However, I am uncomfortable with the concept of quitting because giving up is unacceptable.
Today [...]
Extra Hours In Your Week
Posted in Answers, Books, Self, Time, tagged NEEDHIM, Tim Ferriss, The 4-Hour Workweek, New York Times Bestseller, 36 extra hours per week, Susan G. Komen, Race for the Cure, Vacation Bible School, Jesus Christ, Cafe Max, organic farms on July 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Tim Ferriss, author of the New York Times Bestseller entitles The 4-Hour Workweek, once asked his blog readers this question: How would you use 36 extra hours per week?
That thought-provoking question made me ponder. Below was my answer. What’s your answer?
4 Hrs – volunteer to answer the phone for 1-888-NeedHim, a ministry showing people how [...]
Half Year Review
Posted in Success, Time, tagged goals, half year review, procrastination on July 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
July is the natural half way point to reassess your January goals and adjust course as needed. Take the time to review your goals. Celebrate those you have conquered. Focus your effort on the remaining ones as you keep your eyes on the joy and triumph of achievement.
For tips on how to set your goals [...]
ASAP Utilities
Posted in Time, Workplace, tagged add-in, ASAP Utilities, Bastien Mensink, Microsoft Excel on May 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I use the Microsoft Excel program almost daily. I find the ASAP Utilities add-in an invaluable tool that makes Excel much more user friendly. I appreciate Bastien Mensink for developing and making this magical product available.
Check this website for more info and download: http://www.asap-utilities.com/. I know it will save you time and helps your sanity [...]
Take Time to Reflect
Posted in Fun Activities, Health, Success, Time, tagged compassionate, competent, confident, decompress, dream, plan, read, reflection day, relax, think on May 29, 2008 | 1 Comment »
I am loving it because I get to live a blessed and fabulous life in a fast paced city that offers many charitable, vocational, culinary, and recreational choices. There are plenty of demanding tasks, enriching opportunities, and fun experiences clamoring for my time. Amidst these activities I find it is vital to do an internal [...]
Time and Money
Posted in Money, Time, tagged Money, Time, Whole Foods on April 25, 2008 | 1 Comment »
When I was younger time seemed infinite while money looked finite. I remembered going to multiple grocery stores to save 25 cents here or 50 cents there. I did so without much regard for the time it took. As I got older I understood the importance of time better. I realized that time was finite [...]
Procrastination
Posted in Answers, Books, Success, Time, Workplace, tagged Brian Tracy, Eat That Frog, procrastination on April 8, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Procrastination ails us in one degree or another. Some people suffer from this malady incessantly while others have found effective treatments to tame this beast. I do not believe you can cure procrastination nor that you want to because like anything in existence it serves a purpose too.
Need to make that sales call?
Need to follow [...]
