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Get out of the groove…
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Loading ...It is the little things that are often the most provoking. Seth posted on his blog: Creativity and the unexpected Just because it’s on the menu, doesn’t mean you have to order it. One sentence that triggers hundreds of thoughts. In the food context it jars at little, but take the concept to the work [...]
How to Deal with Being Overwhelmed at Work
(click and rate it) Loading ...People are increasingly overwhelmed by their work I confess it happens to me sometimes. So, how do you avoid it and what do you do about it when it happens? There are a set of practical steps that you can take to get back on track. Follow this list and get back on top of [...]
The Power of a New Perspective
(Click and rate it!) Loading ...I’ve said it before, but it bears saying again: If you are stuck or struggling, find a new perspective. Take a look at things from a different angle, in a different context, create a new perspective for yourself. It loosens up the mind, creating new thoughts and a different set of emotions. Taking a different [...]
Frogs, Gnats, Butterflies and Gems.
(click and rate it) Loading ...It has been a long while since I wrote my original Watch out for the frogs post (you might want to read that first if you missed it), which was picked up on lifehack.org. It has been fun to see the post translated into more than half a dozen languages, referenced in seminars, and read [...]
Information at your finger tips – in a way that sounds good! (More uses for an iPod!)
(click and rate it) Loading ...I’ve just realised that I am a recovered addict! Over the last year I have managed to cure myself of my addiction to new gadgets. When I started my quest for productivity, I saw gadgets and tools as the answer, so it feels ironic that I have been lead away from them, I am a [...]
Have an iron will – be determined
(click and rate it) Loading ...Still reading through Pushing to the Front… Chapter 3 is another feast of inspiring quotes. Key take aways and thoughts for me: “when a firm decisive spirit is recognized, it is curious to see how the space clears around a man and leaves him room and freedom” John Foster Strong will power will take you [...]
…No chance
(Click and rate it!) Loading ...My notes from Chapter 2 of Orison Swett Marden’s brilliant “Pushing to the front” – “The Boys with no chance”. It is not every calamity that is a curse, and early adversity is often a blessing. Surmounted difficulties not only teach, but hearten us in our future struggles – SHARPE A poor start can lead [...]
