September 2008

Focus on it for 15 minutes

Simple tools bring big rewards. I learned this technique long ago from my coach and have been using it ever since. When you feel overwhelmed with too many tasks and can't seem to get a handle on some projects, try this:

1. Get a timer and set it for 15 minutes.

2. For that 15 minutes, focus on ONE task.Read More >>

Double your energy today

Have you noticed that some things are easier to do with someone else around? We call this using a Body Double, and it means that we are there for a client while they do a task that is hard for them. Many new personal services rely on this intriguing feature of human nature-collaborating, joining, grouping, not wanting to be alone. Many people want another person around to get it done. There are a few options to getting it done if you decide that this describes you to a tee:Read More >>