Productive & Organized

Answers to YOUR Biggest Challenges to GETTING IT ALL DONE - Is Your Space Setup to Blame?

I love hearing what is on your mind and I often ask questions on my Facebook page and then share tips and strategies right there.  Sometimes, I'll share thoughts here that come from those conversations.

So I asked:

I would love to know what is YOUR biggest challenge to GETTING IT ALL DONE?

They shared:

That awful P word-Procrastination. What I have come to learn is that being more specific about what I want to accomplish aids in tackling this everytime.

WOW! This is good stuff! For me I think it would be staying Focused and not veering off into a zone that is not mine. But then that goes back into priorities and that stems from understanding your values, your business mission,and your market. Sometimes though it is really hard.

Simple 5-10 Minute Task That Could Save You Hours - Learn From My Mistake!

Today, I'll share the story of the HOURS we lost in productivity that could have been saved by a simple 5-10 minute task.

You see that graphic to the right?  That was from the first set of graphics my designer made for my recently released program. 

We were all set and had even began promoting the program when we were contacted and told we could not use our program name.  As a matter of fact, we should stop using it immediately.

... and this could happen to you if you are not careful.  Let me tell you the story so you can make sure to not have to recreate an entire program like we did!

Do you know your numbers? Revenue vs. Income – The difference can make or break your company

 

 

When I interviewed Nicole Fende on my Fire Up Your Biz - Enrich Your Life program there were a number of questions from participants on the difference between revenue and income. So, I asked Nicole if she would write a guest post to share more.  Enjoy!

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Revenue, income, and cash – they’re all the same thing, right?

They’re about the same as the words productivity, efficiency, and product. 

But wait Nicole, those words don’t mean the same thing?!  I know, and neither do revenue, income, and cash!  And the difference between these words can translate directly into the balance of your personal bank account.

The Music that Gets Them Moving and Getting Things Done

I love music.  My parents tell me that I was singing almost since birth.  I've played in bands and I've sung in all kinds of groups.  My taste in music is pretty eclectic. . .  I've also found that music influences my day and my productivity.

Music has a way of lifting the soul and driving different emotional responses.  There are many different genres and preferences.  Music can also inspire action! So, I wondered how music influenced my expert panel.  I asked them:

What music do you listen to when you need to get things done? 

Please share:
1 - Type of work you are trying to get done.
2 - Music you listen to and why

Here is what they shared:

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Sometimes Taking Action is Not the Right Choice

Sometimes taking action is not the right choice.  I have been thinking about that statement for a while now.  Then, tonight it came up again as I was interviewing Des Gray on Mindset.  OK, so maybe it is time that I write about it again.

It seems funny for me to say it because I'm continually telling people they need to get into action and out of perfectionism and procrastination.  Just do something!

However, I'm reminded that not all action is good action.  In fact, last year when I told you about my theme for 2011 of Decisive Productive Action I touched on some of these points too.  It is worth rehashing here though, because it is an important point to understand.

12 Quotes that Get Them to Take Action

I have been collecting quotes since I was in grade school.  In fact, when I worked in corporate, I had my interior windows plastered with quotes. (They worked to eliminate distractions of people walking by too.) 

Quotes from others have a way of resonating with our psyche.  They have a way of making us get up and go when other things might not.  

Over time, I have learned that many people use quotes, but the same quote could have a totally different effect on different people.  So, I asked my panel:

What quote have you read that gave you the motivation needed to take action? The language of a quote can stimulate you to take positive action or assist you to stay focused and more.  What is your favorite and what does it say to you?  How do you use it to stay on track?

Here is what they shared:

High Productivity from Modern Workplace Design

There was a time that "open office design" was a new term, but it was a way of organizing your facilities that was reserved for large corporations.

I remember, back when I worked in corporate the move we made from traditional offices to "open space."  I have to admit, I was really resistant!  However, over time, I came to realize how valuable that open space was for my team.

Today, open office design is for more than large corporate entities.  Many small businesses and shared office spaces are using the strategy to be able to stay flexible to the climate's changing business needs.

Dean Stier shares more on this topic today in his guest post:

I Invite You to Make 2012 Different - Take a stand and say YES with me.

Warning - this message may be a bit more harsh than you are used to reading from me.  Read it anyway!

If you are like most business owners, you created your business because you wanted to live on your own terms and you knew that you have something amazing to offer.

But, have you realized that dream?

Are you doing what you love, or putting out fires? Do you have minor business problem gathering other problems, rolling downhill and ending up smack, dab in your personal life?  Do you find you are getting sidetracked and not finding the traction you need to move your business forward?

The truth is every performance gap, every little inefficiency, every lack of organization or productivity, not only reduces the effectiveness of your business, it also steals time from your personal life! This is TRUE FOR all BUSINESS owners!

As business owner you need to confidently take your business to the next level… if you’re not, you may be going nowhere fast...  In fact if you are like 95% of business owners, you are already there…in the area of a million ideas and nothing getting done.

Small Biz Gifts to Help You Simplify and Celebrate! You've got to check these out.

I have a secret to share. 

I LOVE Gifts!  I love giving them and I love getting them.

'Tis the season.

That means the SmallBizChristmas giveaway is back!  The fantabulous Michelle Shaeffer is hosting and she invited me to share a gift, along with 12 other entrepreneurs and small business owners.

These gifts have been created especially with YOU in mind, to help you reduce stress, get organized, grow your business and more.

Want a sneak peak?  Keep reading.