11, Mar 2025
We live in a digital age with online calendars and great alert systems. But, if you have a family with young kids, posting a physical calendar for everyone to reference can be beneficial. There’s no need to search for your phone(s); everyone can glance at it quickly to stay in… Read more
30, Dec 2024
As we approach the end of December, many people reflect on the past and set their intentions for the future. Yes, this is when everyone talks about New Year’s Resolutions – typically, “life improvement” goals. Breaking the seal on a new calendar inspires many people to make meaningful changes. However,… Read more
26, Nov 2024
For the past decade (or more), time management experts (including me) have told people that multitasking decreases productivity. But has it all been a myth? Possibly! I believe you can multitask successfully, but it depends on what you’re doing and how you’re doing it. Let me explain. My Multitasking Success… Read more
22, Oct 2024
In honour of Small Business Week, I wanted to share some of my most popular organizing and time management tips for small business owners. The Tickler File Back in 2006, when many small business owners had paper-based offices, I wrote about Tickler Files. Technology has come a long way since… Read more
23, Sep 2024
Do you ever wonder how some business leaders are so productive? They are incredibly busy yet accomplish what they want in less time than many others. As a Professional Organizer, I’m lucky to meet many inspiring individuals who fall into this illustrious category. In this Productivity Pointers from Productive People… Read more
26, Aug 2024
From 1977 to 1987, my father operated a Chinese-Western restaurant in Edgemont Village. While working in the restaurant, I learned the value of providing high-quality customer service. And behind the scenes, I learned about the power of automation. Of course, we don’t think about dishwashers as automation because they are… Read more
22, Jul 2024
In the fitness world, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) combines bursts of intense exercise with periods of rest or lower-intensity exercise. Using this HIIT method, athletes can maximize their training benefits in a reduced period of time. Some evidence shows that adjusting the workday to resemble a high-intensity interval training session… Read more
26, Feb 2024
In our fast-paced world, effective time management is essential to achieving success. I have plenty of articles on this topic, but these are my top strategies to help you become a productivity pro. Track Your Time In the personal finance realm, advisors often ask people to track where they spend… Read more
08, Jan 2024
I read an article in Forbes Magazine about New Year’s resolutions. Most are about adopting healthier lifestyle choices (fitness, diet, weight loss, etc.). Additionally, mental health improvement and better financial management are close to the top of the list. Interestingly, research indicates that many people struggle to maintain or achieve… Read more
22, May 2023
“Where did I put that information?” It’s a common and sometimes frequent question people ask themselves (me included). Perhaps you look for price lists, instructions, websites you frequently send to clients, and more. And maybe you store the data in multiple places, then become confused about the most up-to-date. What… Read more
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