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Productivity is a critical element to success. Since the hours we have each day are finite, we must continually find ways to get more done within the time we have.
Begin each day with a clear mind. Nobody wants to start the day stressed out.
When we have a lot on our minds it can be difficult not to experience stress upon waking. That stress can stifle creativity by putting you in a state of fear. There are also countless health related issues that can result through the suffering of daily stress. Find ways to mitigate that stress. Start by getting things out of your mind and down on paper.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in accomplish more, Achieve Success, get more done, productivity, success, Uncategorized.
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A great way to get present is to take a nature walk. Stop thinking about the past or future and use the time to be in the moment.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in appreciation, Be present, live in the now.
So often we get caught up in the destination but neglect the ride. Why not savor the moments along the way? To truly savor those moments we must be present. Being present means not thinking about what happened during the day or what you must do tomorrow. It’s about being in the moment.
Take mental snapshots of the good things. Every night I’m home, I put my kids to bed. I savor those moments. My 14 year old is at a stage where she is self-sufficient and no longer wants to be tucked in by her parents. At 11, my youngest still appreciates it.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in appreciation, Be present, happiness.
Regardless of whether you are a corporate executive or a stay at home mom, at some point you will find yourself working within a team. It could be part of your daily work life or a singular project at your children’s school. There are certain team dynamics that you can incorporate to help your group be more successful.
In the book Smarter Faster Better, Charles Duhigg discusses the attributes that drive team success. According to Duhigg, it’s not about having the smartest people or hardest workers, it’s the ability to provide an environment where everyone is encouraged to speak. Social sensitivity is very important as it helps to create the safety for team members to open up and share their thoughts.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in get more done, managing people, productivity, tune in to people.
Most of us go through the daily grind of work and family and if we’re lucky, we take a few weeks for ourselves. Those few weeks are the vacations that we look forward to all year. While it’s great to take vacations, the vast majority of our lives are spent in the grind—going to work, taking care of daily chores, and the routines we call life. Why does it have to be this way? What if you set a goal to live your life on vacation? How do you do this? What does it look like?
1. Get paid to do what you love.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in Adjust your mindset, follow your passion, happiness, Life balance, love your job, Monetize your passion, work life balance.
We are creatures of habit and for many of us, the thought of change triggers tremendous fear. To resist the inevitable is an exercise in futility. Change is a part of life. The question becomes, do you seize the opportunity or allow others to get there first?
Successful people learn to embrace change. Instead of succumbing to fear, they see change as an opportunity. The most successful among us have the foresight to change when things are going well. It allows them to continually innovate. If you run a business and resist change, your competitors will inevitably make the changes that you are unwilling to, and take market share.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in Change.
