Today, I’m digging deep into a topic that affects us all at some point or another—procrastination. But don’t worry; I’ve got you covered with actionable strategies to get you moving. First off, if you claim never to have procrastinated, you’re probably fooling yourself. Procrastination is such a common issue that if you’re reading this blog post,
As humans, we have become quite adept at pattern recognition. It helps us with our memory, problem solving, and social interactions. It has helped us survive as a species. But as powerful and useful as it is, it is also problematic. Let’s examine how our comprehension abilities can be compromised when we lean into the
We’ve all been there: staring at a massive project, feeling paralyzed, unable to make the first move. This sense of being overwhelmed is not only discouraging but can also kill productivity. If you’ve ever found yourself in this situation—or you’re there right now—I have some strategies that might help you move the ball forward.Understanding OverwhelmFirstly,
Team productivity. Every leader would like to have a more productive team. If they don’t, they are either super proud of their ultra productive team or they don’t really care. Regardless of your personal assessment of your team’s productivity, as the leader you play a monstrous role in what that productivity is. There are (at least)
Any learning and development professional can prescribe 20 ways for people to learn stuff at work. They will talk of platforms, e-learning, micro-learning, webinars, training, and much more. While those all have a place, there is a powerful method that we all know – but sometimes forget. Humans learn from each other. Peer learning at
Let’s start with three core truths to effective leadership. Being an effective leader:Is important.Is complicated.Requires continual skill development.Yet, despite the complexities and complications of effective leadership, there are simple, easy ways to begin developing any leadership skill. Today’s suggestions are by no means a complete list of skill building methods. But these three simple approaches
As leaders and learners, we’re blessed with no shortage of webinars and virtual events to expand our skills. But with this abundance of options comes potential downsides. Just registering and showing up doesn’t guarantee you’ll get value. To really optimize webinars for professional growth, strategy matters. After hosting hundreds of webinars myself, I’ve picked up some
Consistency can be a key to improvement, growth, and results. Yet it can often leave people feeling hemmed in or constrained. Oscar Wilde famously wrote, “Consistency is the hallmark of the unimaginative.” Must we choose between consistency and creativity? Let’s examine the power of consistency. Then, I’ll give you five ways to practice this important
You know, life is a series of moments that shape our path. And one thing I’ve learned is that celebrating milestones isn’t just about marking achievements; it’s about recognizing progress and appreciating the journey. This episode marks the release of the 500th episode of Remarkable TV, an achievement that fills me with pride and invigorates my
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