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When You Can’t Move Forward, Move Sideways

When You Can’t Move Forward, Move Sideways

Do you ever get stuck working on a project?

You’re rearing to move forward, yet can’t move backwards…it looks like the only way left is to move sideways.

As annoying as this may sound, your project’s sticking point isn’t necessarily a bad thing!

In this post I cover an interesting approach to productivity you might want to consider the next time things prevent you from moving forwards.

How to Work with a Colleague Leaving for Vacation

How to Work with a Colleague Leaving for Vacation

One of your work colleagues is getting ready to go on vacation.

You have some important work-related questions to ask before they leave, but you don’t want to get in their way or cause a huge problem at the last minute (you know how that feels).

How should you handle this delicate situation?

In this post, I give you a few tips to help you get things done on your end, while not ticking- off the other person as they prepare for their much-needed vacation.

Taking a Break is Not a Sign of Weakness

Taking a Break is Not a Sign of Weakness

Are you reluctant to take breaks from your work or play?

Do you think stopping will slow you down and/or cause you a major setback?

Today’s post is a reminder that taking a break is not a sign of weakness.

What to Do When You’ve Finished a Project

What to Do When You’ve Finished a Project

The day has finally come!

You’ve finally finished that project you’ve been working long for several weeks and months.

You’re ready to move on to a new challenge, perhaps something bigger and better.

Before you start on your next endeavor, there’s a few things you should wrap-up from your recently completed project.

How to Study for a Test

How to Study for a Test

Do you have a test or exam coming up in the near future?

Wondering how to make the most out of your study time.

Today’s post gives you a handful of tips to help you make the most out of your study sessions.

How to Conduct a Productive Search for a Lost Item

How to Conduct a Productive Search for a Lost Item

There’s something you need right now, but you can’t find it.

You just had it in your hand a few minutes ago…what gives?

Losing an important item, be it your keys, wallet, or an important document, can sure be annoying. You need said item to get on with your day, but how do you go about looking for said item without losing track of what you set out to do for that day or even week?

Today’s post shows you how to seek and locate, and hopefully not deviate from your plans for the day

Are You Working When You Should Be Relaxing?

Are You Working When You Should Be Relaxing?

It’s the weekend. You’re relaxing at home when all of a sudden you decide to check your email. You tell yourself, “I’ll just take a quick look; five minutes, no more.”

Unfortunately, those five minutes quickly turn into fifteen, into twenty-five, into fifty…

I hate to break it to you, but you’ve crossed into the world of working. That’s the antithesis of a relaxing, restful weekend, no?

Today’s post seeks to help you nip these types of situations in the bud so you can fully recharge your batteries for the work week.

What Any App Can Teach You About Productivity

What Any App Can Teach You About Productivity

One of the best productivity teachers in today’s digital world is quietly sitting in your smart phone, tablet or computer.

You might have a handful or several hundred in your possession. These items are easily downloadable, come in a wide range of subjects and are available for free or for purchase for a small some of money.

I’m talking about apps! (That’s application software for the uninitiated.)

While this post isn’t an app review, it does provide some interesting food for thought when it comes to increasing our productivity on a regular basis.

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