Balance is a tricky thing. Too much of one thing tips the scales in the other direction and we get totally out of balance. But balance is not just about stuff vs space (although stuff vs space is a huge issue for a lot of people). For some …
Step five. Step three. Step one. Nope.
I watched a sitcom the other day where one of the characters introduced the family to her new dog. The look of confusion on their faces indicated having a dog made absolutely no sense. But then she explained: Step 5: She had a dog because . . . …
Important vs Urgent
I feel fortunate and blessed to have created a work-style and life-style that supports a flexible schedule, but the past couple of months have been a whirlwind of guests and travel that has my head spinning . . . and my “to do” list expanding by the day. …
Think. Plan. Act.
(What’s wrong with this puzzle picture?) I frequently work with clients on their time management challenges. I remind them that “time management” is really just a balance between what we need to get done and the time in which we have to do it. Efficient time management really …
Urgent vs Important
This morning as I was getting ready to head out on vacation I realized, yet again, that my “to do” list was longer than the hours I had left to do get everything done. What’s a girl to do? Many times in both my career and personal life …
The Power to “To Do” Lists
I recently spent four days at the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) conference (yes, there really is such a thing!) in Los Angeles. It was an incredible time, filled with camaraderie and education, and I came back with a four-page “to do” list. Most of the …