Category Archives: Clear the path
Productivity Trap – Waiting for the Sunrise
When was the last time you watched the sun come up? It’s a beautiful experience, watching the big of light emerge over the horizon. You might even call it awe inspiring. You can also call it a productivity trap. The … Continue reading
Leadership – Accepting Problems
As a leader, you’re used to having people bring you lots of problems. But are you expected to solve them all? That could be eating up a lot of your time, time that you could be spending on your big … Continue reading
Stop Oversharing Your Company’s Problems
Every company has its problems but should your customers be the victims of oversharing? As frequent readers know, my home state of Florida suffers from a lot of road debris, which means a certain amount of flat tires. I recently … Continue reading
Productivity – Looking for Smudges
George the Janitor likes to stare at glass. While he may look like he’s lost in thought, he is one of the most productive people you’ll ever meet. You may find him in a hallway with a towel and a … Continue reading
Productivity: Eating the Elephant
You’ve probably heard of the question, “How do you eat an elephant?” The answer is, “One bite at a time.” It’s good advice but I think it is out of date. The origin of the proverb is not known but … Continue reading
Productivity – The To-Do List Trap
Creating a To-Do list could be the worst thing you could ever do when it comes to boosting your productivity. It all comes down to the piece of paper. Very often if someone starts to write a To-Do list on … Continue reading
Good Ideas Are Like Mouthwash
The next time you grab a bottle of mouthwash, I want you to think about how you approach new ideas. There’s a very good chance this household product could teach you a great deal about change. In a complex, ever … Continue reading
Is It Worth Hitting the Jackpot?
We dream of winning jackpots but is it really worth it? I once hit the jackpot on a Las Vegas slot machine. It was a fantastic moment to see those elusive symbols line up, the congratulatory sounds and lights that … Continue reading