Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 31, 2010

10 Simple and Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas – Gifts for the teacher, babysitter, hockey coach, or for the hosts of your holiday parties, don’t have to be expensive. Here are 10 gift ideas in small packages. However, we can give a gift that requires no cash outlay, but is priceless.

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Ian's Messy Desk

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

There is a good article on Ergonomic s, as it relates to safe computer use, from the Mechanical Engineering Department at U.C. Why not leave a comment below and continue the conversation, or subscribe to my feed and get articles like this delivered automatically to your feed reader. This should be done at least once per hour.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 19, 2010

Focus on what you want, not on what you don’t want. If you don’t like the picture that you are seeing, change to a more satisfying picture. Don’t try to accomplish more than is reasonable Will power is not the major ingredient when changing an aspect of your life, but a decision and commitment to yourself are.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Don’t go overboard with personalization. Don’t allow things to pile up. Why not leave a comment below and continue the conversation, or subscribe to my feed and get articles like this delivered automatically to your feed reader. Here are some tips: Limit the amount of “stuff&# you keep on the desk top.

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Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 9, 2010

Don’t worry if there is an overlap of strengths from one success to another, that is to be expected. If you can’t find three types of strengths for each success, at least try to find three different strengths over the five successes. Ask someone for help with this exercise. Look at your current work and activities.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 21, 2010

Don’t burden or depress those around you by dwelling on your minor aches and pains and small disappointments. Discuss but don’t argue. Don’t be too anxious about the credit due you. Let everyone you meet, however humble, feel that you regard him as a person of importance. Be cheerful. Keep an open mind.

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The Office Professionals Place

DECEMBER 9, 2009

Don’t know what to get your boss or co-workers for the staff grab bag? These events can cause undue stress because the pressure is on for the event to be as successful, the gift to be appreciated, or even for you to have some quality relaxation time. Don’t go it alone. Keep gift giving simple. Contact Ms.

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The Office Professionals Place

OCTOBER 15, 2009

Often times it is difficult to think of appropriate gifts for your supervisor, especially if the relationship has not been a positive one. Gift Cards You can’t go wrong with a gift card to Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts. Gift Cards You can’t go wrong with a gift card to Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts.

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Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 4, 2010

However, you don’t have to wait for ideal conditions or tools to get started. Others carry on self-directed learning in recreational arts and hobbies, matters of health, family and community, or simply to increase their intellectual resources. Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Thanks for visiting!

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 3, 2010

R-e-s-p-e-c-t Everyone wants to be treated with respect. For individual rewards, how about gift certificates for DVD rentals, music CD purchases, theme park tickets or “Dinner for 2″ at a local eatery? What you need? You know I got it! A WIN-WIN-WIN situation for all. Comments Recognition is really essential.

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Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 14, 2010

Don’t scribble it at the back of an envelope or a bill. Don’t write one message at the edge of another one. If the pen stops working in the middle of the call, you shouldn’t be putting the caller on hold to go searching for a replacement. Related articles Google Voice: The next killer app?

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 14, 2010

Video clip: “Gotta get my stuff done” Procrastinators actively look for distractions, particularly ones that don’t take a lot of commitment on their part. Why not leave a comment below and continue the conversation, or subscribe to my feed and get articles like this delivered automatically to your feed reader.

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 21, 2010

Why not leave a comment below and continue the conversation, or subscribe to my feed and get articles like this delivered automatically to your feed reader. But it doesn’t mean that I can’t control it. Nothing was important enough to interfere with my television watching. not being able to say no. Comments Nice.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 28, 2010

Don’t send spam. For further reading: The 10 Commandments of Email 3 Tips for Writing Business Email 4 Tips for Basic E-mail Management Related articles by Zemanta E-mail ettiquette–Jasmine’s Tech Dos & Don’ts (reviews.cnet.com) Guide to Ensuring Good Communication in Projects (business-project-management.suite101.com)

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 28, 2010

Don’t sacrifice information for the sake of brevity. Related articles by Zemanta Ten Golden Rules For Call Centre Operators (customer-relations.suite101.com) Related articles by Zemanta Ten Golden Rules For Call Centre Operators (customer-relations.suite101.com) Answers after the jump. Harvey Trailer speaking.&#

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 26, 2010

Don’t worry – Every time you start to worry about things you don’t have, ask yourself this question, “How much difference is this going to make in five years?” Don’t get me wrong, discontent can be a useful thing. When did you start noticing the dents and rust; the scratches in the paint job? It’s not worth the effort.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 14, 2010

Related articles by Zemanta Co-Worker From Hell? 5 Ways to Deal (lifescript.com) Workplace Democracy: Corporate Style (seeingtheforest.com) Related Posts: 7 tips for Stronger Self-Discipline 24 Time Management Tips 10 Things you Don’t Want to Hear from Your Real Estate Agent Communication Did you enjoy this post?

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 19, 2010

Don’t answer the phone or e-mail. Why not leave a comment below and continue the conversation, or subscribe to my feed and get articles like this delivered automatically to your feed reader. Ian’s Messy Desk Helping you get the most out of the 24 hours in your day. Thanks for visiting! Use that time to catch up on work.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 12, 2010

Three rules for effective time management : 1) Don’t Create Impossible Situations. Don’t get trapped into doing too much. Don’t multi-task. Why not leave a comment below and continue the conversation, or subscribe to my feed and get articles like this delivered automatically to your feed reader.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

These specific attributes are more like personality traits than true management skills, and they ultimately build trust : T imely R ealistic U nscripted S ensitive T ransparent Timely — Every day I deal with people who say they want to grow their company, community, or association. Why couldn’t that be a leader like you?

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Ian's Messy Desk

OCTOBER 18, 2010

T – Take control of your life. Related articles Why Dreaming is Believing (psychcentral.com) Intrinsic Motivation (feld.com) Prioritizing self-improvement (ask.metafilter.com) Related Posts: links for 2006-08-05 How to Keep a Time Log The ABC’s of Self-Motivation Motivation Did you enjoy this post? Don’t loose sight of them.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 7, 2010

If a visitor comes into your office, stand up to greet them and don’t invite them to sit down. With a little courtesy and the above steps, you shouldn’t have to resort to such drastic measures. Doesn’t alsways work so after a brief, pleasant chit-chat I simply tell folks that I am busy. Stand up for visitors.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 7, 2010

Make a list of all you can’t stand about work/life Those who are really stuck may complain that they don’t know what they want. Recognize that ALL change (good or bad) means loss The ‘evil’ we know is sometimes less scary than the ‘evil’ we don’t know. Reframe ‘I can’t!’

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 21, 2010

Related articles by Zemanta Time Management (teabreak.pk) Time Management Solutions – How to Discourage Tardiness (1-2-3getorganized.blogspot.com) Getting Things Done: Time Management 5 (personalorganizing.about.com) Related Posts: Productivity Links Improve Your Life with Time Management Why do we need time management?

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 31, 2010

We’re going to drive to the west coast to enjoy a part of Vancouver Island we haven’t visited before. Related articles by Zemanta How to Manage Stress and Reduce Your Stress (healthfieldmedicare.suite101.com) Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Thanks for visiting! I’m on vacation right now.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 2, 2010

Why not leave a comment below and continue the conversation, or subscribe to my feed and get articles like this delivered automatically to your feed reader. It may take time and effort to get things reorganized to move forward, but don’t stop at the end of step four. Here’s where you can pull things back on track.

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Ian's Messy Desk

APRIL 9, 2010

That’s when she noticed that one member, Bob, wasn’t writing anything down. I don’t want to tell you how to do your job,” Lynn began, “but I noticed you’re weren’t writing down any of your assignments.” Lynn knew Bob was a competent guy. Yet, given the importance of this project, his casual approach concerned her.

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The Office Professionals Place

MARCH 13, 2010

Did you ask a co-worker to help you on a project and got the feeling that they really didn’t want to help you? If you don’t have meetings with leftovers, a simple “thank you&# is always welcome. Don’t let every request be an emergency. I sent her a personal note and a gift card to say thank you.

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On The Job

JANUARY 19, 2010

Heres the column: Employers, still nervous about the health of the economy, have kept their permanent staff numbers lean, but have boosted their number of temporary workers. Ask,” says Alexandra Levi t, a career expert. Great Article! Most of the time I was scheduled to work after school until about 9 p.m. Fix what is broken.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Check out this great tool | Main | Getting Organized Helped Me Find Health and Lose 65+ Pounds » Can You Define Social Media Clutter? JaniceSimon   @ StephCalahan No, I don't. We really don't need to read everyone's minute by minute plans for the day. don't play why are they sending it to me?

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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

However, don’t ignore their weaknesses, these are just areas that need improvement, suggest ways for members to improve as well as prosper in their own development. Remember the old saying, “You can please some of the people some of the time, but you can’t please all of the people all of the time.&# Do what works!

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Success

MARCH 28, 2023

You don’t know.” They go on to explain that the following period after being fired is spent in a daze, wherein “you don’t even know where you’re supposed to go or where you even want to go.” In the article, Carl Van Horn, Ph.D., But do you really want to get back on a thing that just hit you?

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On The Job

JANUARY 12, 2010

I don't have kids yet but I found your article really interesting. I didnt even plan on telling my boss until I was past my first trimester. I was determined nothing was going to change -- just because I was pregnant didnt mean I would do my job differently. She suggests you: • Don’t whine. Stay on top of your game. Online said.

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www.pickthebrain.com

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement Home Articles About Contact Archives 90 days 5 Ways To Work Smarter Written by Brett Hagberg - 12 Comments Categories: productivity tips , self improvement As much as workaholics like to claim that they’re superior because they work more hours, don’t listen to them.

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2008

autoresponder-marketing.simplycast.com Jason Vickers Stefan, Thanks for the great article. www.bitsofbusinessblog.com Henrik Poulsen Hi Stefan Great article on cash flow, a very important part of any. Don’t charge by the hour! I don’t know this person, I don’t know how good he/she is at what they do?

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Brilliantly Better

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

Believe me, this is something you don’t find every day. The second and third benefits for me are health and friendship. JKD has led me to pursue health in a more focused and intense way, and it’s led me to create some of the greatest friendships that I could have ever imagined. Complete 180. You think you can do it?

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2007

autoresponder-marketing.simplycast.com Jason Vickers Stefan, Thanks for the great article. www.bitsofbusinessblog.com Henrik Poulsen Hi Stefan Great article on cash flow, a very important part of any. [link] 1 week ago Ted Turner: "If you have an olive, you want an olive tree. You want a little more. You want the whole tree."

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