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Etiquette for Your Next Office Holiday Party
You’ve probably seen a few faux pas at work holiday events, but office celebrations are an incredible opportunity to put your best foot forward and connect with a broader circle of colleagues than normal. Here’s how to make the most of the party and make sure you’re remembered for the right reasons this season. WHAT […]
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A daily to-do list to keep you focused – Your Focused Five™
When you’re not terribly busy or managing a light load, you might be able to remember everything you’re responsible for, but what happens when the pace picks up or you’ve got more plates to spin? Having a reliable practice in place can help take the pressure off. This applies to everyone from students to senior […]
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Choose wisely in the “dark half” – Smart food choices, inspiring desk accessories and a printer worthy of display
If you’re in the northern hemisphere, in October we’re entering the “dark half”. Have you noticed the light slipping away? According to www.timeanddate.com, we receive about 3 minutes less sunlight each day. If you’re like me, this translates directly into less energy and this can hamper productivity. I want to hold onto my spark in […]
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Ouch! Paying attention to comfort is about more than buying the right equipment
This post is inspired by the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health’s investigation of the Amazon Fulfillment Center on Staten Island. With comfort being one of the eight Productivity Table Stakes™ in Productivity CPR™, my model for sustainable performance, it’s been a long-time concern of mine to support steady improvements in working conditions. […]
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Spring Clearing Series – Shopping is most productive when selection combines with superb service
Spring always inspires me to do a deep clean of my spaces, both inside and out. I often use basics like vinegar and baking soda, but when I need to tackle a more serious problem, I need a place that will help answer my questions and have the solutions I need. With a wide range […]
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Spring Clearing Series – How Oral Care Relates to Productivity, and vice versa
I had the pleasure of touring to a few cities in Canada this spring to share ways to be more productive this season. Not only do we need to think about being productive in how we accomplish what we want to do, it pays to find solutions which are as effective and efficient as possible. […]
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Spring Clearing Series – An inspiring, comfortable office is a productive office
3 min read This post is sponsored by Staples Canada. As always, opinions are my own. I had the pleasure of touring to a few cities in Canada this spring to share ways to be more productive this season. Not only do we need to think about being productive in how we accomplish what we […]
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Spring Clearing Series – Comfort Drives Productivity – How to Banish Dry Eye
This post is sponsored. As always, all opinions are my own. I had the pleasure of touring to a few cities in Canada this spring to share ways to be more productive this season. Not only do we need to think about being productive in how we accomplish what we want to do, it pays […]
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Spring Clearing Series – Breathe easier with clean indoor air!
I had the pleasure of traveling to a few cities in Canada this spring to share ways to be more productive this season. Not only do we need to think about being productive in how we accomplish what we want to do, it pays to find solutions which are as effective and efficient as possible. […]
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Lighten Your Laundry Load!
This is a sponsored post. Laundry never stops, so if we’re going to have to take care of it I like to encourage ways to make it a lot less onerous. Read on to find ways you might even find yourself enjoying it! Shift your mindset As a productivity coach, my mission is to […]
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