Hardly a week goes by without my being contacted by someone posing the question: “How do I become a business efficiency consultant?” After repeatedly (and inefficiently) responding to many of those emails with similar advice, I’m now sitting down to hopefully write out that advice in a more permanent form. Before I begin, however, let […]
Efficiency
5 Incredibly Easy Tips for Stopping Procrastination
Merriam-Webster defines procrastination like this: Procrastination: To put off intentionally and habitually. Everyone is guilty of the bad habit at one point or another, but some individuals are more guilty than others. People often procrastinate in order to avoid facing a situation, to put off making a decision, or because they “work best under pressure.” […]
Finding Success in a Well Balanced Life
Throughout my life, I’ve met many workaholics and seen many cases of work burnout. I’ve seen men who have exhibited very successful careers but who have pursued fame and glory at the cost of neglecting their own health and families. As women move increasingly into the limelight, inevitably more women will also fall prey to […]
How to Become More Productive at Work
Whether you’re a business owner or an employee, there’s a good chance that you’re concerned about improving productivity at work. Productivity tends to improve business operations, increase profits, and boost employee morale, and productivity is very closely linked to efficiency. Below you will find the top five tips for becoming more efficient at work: 1. […]
Organizing Your Computer for Increased Productivity
We’ve all heard about the importance of getting organized. If everything is put properly in its own place, it’s much easier to locate items when you need them, which helps you to waste less time and maximize your productivity. But, while you’ve probably been taught how to properly organize your desk, you might still be […]
How to Make Your Workout More Efficient
Exercise is clearly an essential component of a healthy life, but it doesn’t have to be the time-consuming endeavor that many people believe it to be. There are a number of small changes you can make to your exercise routine to help you log fewer hours at the gym – while still enjoying the benefits […]
How to Become a More Efficient Student
Whether you’re in high school or college, it’s important to be a good student. The actions you take while still in school not only help to solidify habits that could stick with you for the rest of your life, but they could also directly affect the outcome of your future in terms of your resume […]
Finding Balance at Home Through Efficiency
Achieving balance in your home life is vitally important to a rewarding and stress-free lifestyle, yet many homeowners are uncertain of the steps they can take to achieve such balance. For many homeowners, the most overwhelming aspect of a home (besides the mortgage) tends to be its general upkeep. Follow the tips below to help […]
Becoming More Efficient as a Parent
Your job as a parent is nearly as time-consuming as it is rewarding, so time management skills are a great asset in your efficiency arsenal. The best part is, you won’t have to sacrifice very much at all to become a more efficient parent, and the rewards (like more free time with your family) can […]
Tips for Office Ergonomics
With instances of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and other problems caused by poor office habits on the rise, more and more people are displaying a concern for abiding by proper office ergonomics. Changing your office habits for the better can have a number of health benefits, including reduced eye strain, back pain, wrist injury, and neck […]