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Work-life Integration: Is it just a Women’s Issue?

“Sometimes who is going to be taking care of all of my kids on any given day is more complicated than any trade agreement.” – Chrystia Freeland, International Trade Minister of Canada I remember when my kids were very young having numerous conversations about the confidence that comes from having your kids well taken care […]

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My Simple Four-Step P.L.A.N.™ to Get Organized!

Thinking about getting organized can often be overwhelming. Like any big project, it feels much easier to accomplish and far less daunting if you can break it down into manageable pieces. Organizing should be looked at from beginning to end. Impulsively we might want to ‘fix’ a space by shopping for an inspiring new piece. […]

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Defining Your Office Style

Defining Your Office Style

Given the amount of time spent in our offices, it makes sense to create spaces we truly enjoy being in. Since offices hold a large variety of items, selecting a style can help unify the space and reduce visual chaos. In this post we’ll consider furniture, soft furnishings and lighting. Furniture Natural wood is an […]

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5 Reasons We Hang on to Things

How good are you at letting things go? You’ve probably noticed quite a continuum between those who almost compulsively get rid of things and many who have trouble letting go. I have a confession to make – one you may not expect to hear. I tend to keep things. It may be because I moved […]

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Signs of Disorganization at Work

In a 2011 study commissioned by Professional Organizers in Canada, 7 in 10 Canadians who work say their workplace is disorganized and report feelings of stress, frustration and failure. Disorganization not only affects the individual’s work, it affects others – both colleagues and customers. Added up, there is a significant cost to being disorganized. A […]

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How to be Healthy, Happy and Productive at Work

How to be Healthy, Happy and Productive at Work

Investing time in getting organized may sound like the last thing you need to add to your “to do” list. However, just as you need to spend money to make money, you need to spend time to make time. And who doesn’t need more of that? To better organize your office space and boost productivity, […]

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Put Down the Phone! How Not to Answer Email on Your Vacation

Put Down the Phone! How Not to Answer Email on Your Vacation

If you’ve got a vacation planned, I’ll bet you’re looking forward to a break from your regular routine. But will you get one? Or will you be like this gentleman, so engrossed in his phone, he misses the whale emerging from the ocean right beside him? According to a 2015 study by Randstad, an HR […]

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Four Ways to Have a Smooth and Productive Transition into Fall

The change of seasons brings a change of schedule and some anxiety for all about how we’re going to manage it. Watch the video here! Here are some strategies which may help. If you’ve got others, please add a comment! Choose your outfit the night before. It’s often beneficial to separate planning from execution. Planning […]

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Facing Fall – Seven strategies to boost your energy for the “Dark Half”

  I know fall has technically just started, but I’m feeling it full force in the mornings. We are entering the dark half of the year, when light levels are lowest north of the equator.  Light levels affect our melatonin production. In darkness, we produce more, making us sluggish and sleepy.  It’s harder to get […]

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Author, speaker and coach, Clare Kumar inspires leaders, professionals, employees and entrepreneurs to respect humanity and boost performance through marrying productivity and pleasure.

Clare’s mission is to help people have more fun while getting things done. And who doesn’t want that?

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Yup, you caught me. Cat napping, fur real. I didn’t get quite enough sleep last night so set a thirty minute alarm and snuggled with Elliot. He’s still purring but I have to get up. My head is much clearer. My bed head we will just not talk about, k?
#sleep #knowyoursleepnumber #powernap #goldenboys #catsofinstagram #happyhabits
Cat bed designers take note. Styrofoam with curves Cat bed designers take note. Styrofoam with curves. This is Theo’s new fave place to sleep.  What makes your bed a sleep haven? I’ve rediscovered my fleece sheets. Sooooo cozy.  #sleep #productivitytablestake  #sustainableperformance
It’s not so pretty outside this morning. That’ It’s not so pretty outside this morning. That’s when it takes music to warm my space. Starting with gratitude that my body lets me practice yoga right now. I’ve got morning rituals back in place after a few weeks of struggling to find them. And yes, that’s a treadmill in front of me. Thrilled to be partnering with @shopatshowcase and experiencing some of their amazing products to stay fit at home. I walked through two episodes of Couples Therapy last night.  Things might look different these days but there is beauty to be found. Hoping your rituals for self-nurture are strong right now. You deserve it.
This caterpillar toy from @petsmartcanada is a win This caterpillar toy from @petsmartcanada is a winner! It keeps both cats engaged as it roams around and after I turn it off as well. If I need to have uninterrupted time in my office, I’ll be bringing this one out. Mostly though, the cats are welcome to hang out on my desk.  How do you keep your beloved pets stimulated and distracted, er, I mean engaged?  #sponsored #catsofinstagram #goldenboys
It’s been a tumultuous week. If you need to feel It’s been a tumultuous week. If you need to feel some love, watch this fir a few seconds. #goldenboys #catsofinstagram #love
Beautiful blue skies and mild temperatures made fo Beautiful blue skies and mild temperatures made for an invigorating midday break. I adore the sun, especially after days of gray weather. #energize #move
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Just wrapped a segment with @iamjodihughes at @glo Just wrapped a segment with @iamjodihughes at @globalcalgary chatting about things we can do to stay productive and healthy at home. I started this morning with a walk with my friend @liannephillipson which meant that I was feeling quite energized for the conversation. Thanks to both of you for brightening my Sunday! I hope to share our segment later. And, yes, the cats make another appearance!
I always feel better getting outside for a morning I always feel better getting outside for a morning walk, especially with my pool closed. I’ve been struggling to land on a new morning ritual. Tuning into the feelings I had while walking and now that i’m home, I think this might have to be it, followed by some lengthening and strengthening yoga poses. Not in this collection of pics, the warm smiles I received from fellow walkers. I’ll check in again tomorrow. This looks to be a mild week for January. What does your morning look like? #ritual #move #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #spiritualhealth #lakelife
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