Posts Tagged ‘Productivity’

Simplicity: How Keeping Things Plain Makes Everything Easier

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

It seems that more often than not the ability to be able to sit and think clearly also means that you have a space with which to work in that reflects this. Ever have a hard time getting things done at your desk? Often times, I find that if I am able to take the [...]

Beat Procrastination For Once and All

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Procrastination eats up huge amounts of time that could be used for productivity. The more you sit and dread making that next sales call, the less time you have serving customers and converting sales. It’s all part of a bigger picture. If you’re having trouble powering through that procrastination monster, we have four tips to offer.

Will Flex Time Work for You?

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

For those working in an office, the standard 9-5 schedule often times seems constricting. Have you ever looked out the window and longed to take off for a few hours? Many businesses are making this wish a reality, combining the self-governing schedule of working at home, with the teamwork and materials of an office. Flex time, once thought of as a scourge ruining employee work ethic, is now being embraced by companies around the country. Whether employee or supervisor, if you’re looking to add flex time to your benefits package, we have some tips and tricks.

How to Get Organized for a More Productive Life

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

It’s hard to be both messy and productive, so if you’re in the first category and you’d like to move into the productive classification, follow these simple steps. Cleaning up your workspace and staying organized leads to a more productive sales process and satisfying work flow.

Technology is Your Friend, Make Your Work Life Easier

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

We are firmly implanted in the Wired era. New technologies, electronic tools, networks, and hardware appear each day all with the intention to cut down on wasted time and help you do business more efficiently. But have we gone too far? With so many new tools at our fingertips, it’s easy to spend over half your day just trying ‘em out! Learn that technology has a time and place so that you’ll stay organized and on track.

Be a Big Picture Person: How to Focus on What Really Matters

Monday, April 19th, 2010

Those with perspective and wisdom often see the Big Picture first. And not surprisingly, these people are very successful. It doesn’t take much to become one of these visionaries; just some focus and discipline. Prioritize the tasks of your day-to-day life and you’ll be able to make decisions according to the Big Picture.

Get the Most Out of Your Day: 7 Killer Time Management Tips

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

Time is of the essence for any sales professional. There are definitely not enough hours in the week to get everything done. Due to this fundamental obstacle, it’s important to make the most of your time and strike back against the infamous “Time Dragon”. Use these 7 tips to find that extra hour or two per day to accomplish your tasks and reach your goals.

Selling in the Digital Age: Technology to Make Life Easier, Productive & Profitable

Thursday, March 18th, 2010

Ever find yourself sitting at your desktop with 15 browser windows open and the phone ringing off the hook? Every time a new technological innovation is thrown at us, we have to find ways to organize our time in order to best use this new product. Technology is a double edge-sword when it comes to the workplace. You can be connected to thousands of different information streams at once right from your desk! But it’s up to you to limit these distractions and focus!

Is Getting a Virtual Assistant Right for You?

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

Small businesses are getting a helping hand these days with virtual assistants. Web innovations have ushered in a new wave of globalization of industries, including business assistants. Virtual assistants, often called VA’s work just like any other in-office assistant, helping your business operate smoothly while you make the big decisions. But there are some inherent differences between VA’s and traditional assistants which this post discusses.

Five Things You Can Do Right Now to Increase Productivity

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Whether your working on your home renovations or trying to get that next proposal done, distractions always seem to get in the way of productivity. Distractions are even more plentiful nowadays as the internet continues to overwhelm us with procrastination programs. If you’re trying to regain a high level of productivity, you need to manage your time and focus on the task at hand. You can start with these 5 tips to drown out the noise in in your hectic life.