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10 Easy Ways to Start Something Great

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Writing down your thoughts and creating a file for inspiration can help your ideas emerge and grow. Don’t worry if you don’t know the goals and specifics yet. If you want to write a book , start a blog to try writing more and explore new topics. Start an ideas notebook. Share what you have learned with someone you trust.

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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

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Here’s how you can implement color coding: Physical Files : Use colored folders or labels to differentiate between different projects or document types. I love translucent colored poly pockets combined with colored file folders to create instant visual distinction of what’s waiting for me each day in my priority sorter.

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Simplify Daily Tasks with Technology

Office Dynamics

During the open discussion, small groups shared programs and apps they use to better coordinate their time, organize files, collaborate with their team, and even track personal projects. You can attach files, share boards, set due dates, and it is easy to drop and drag from one list to another. Free to get started.

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Planner Or Tickler (1-31) File? - How to Use Both For Optimal.

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Work With Stephanie « Cause and Effect - Productivity is an Action, Not a Result @QuietSpacing | Main | Organize Your Ideas and Watch Them Unfold » Planner Or Tickler (1-31) File? - Sometimes I wonder if I am duplicating my efforts by using a calendar and the tickler files. What are your thoughts in this area?

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How to Write a Book: Advice for New Writers

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To create my outline, I use a system knowable only unto myself that involves scraps of paper, many different colored pens, and files that sometimes get lost. I also make use of content I’ve already created, such as: Blog posts Articles Instagram captions Videos Podcast episodes. Set writing goals. But I try to finish at 4 p.m.,

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Getting the Most Out of Your Next Performance Evaluation

Office Dynamics

Scheduling a performance evaluation meeting and setting measurable goals can be stressful or even seem unproductive to some. The meeting is typically a way to evaluate the past year’s project management, acknowledge achievements, receive valuable feedback for performance improvement and create new goals for continued productivity.

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Reviewing Your Administrative Career

Office Dynamics

Having one binder or online file of past performance evaluations, thank you notes and emails from coworkers, clients, etc., As a reminder from the blog post – Avoid Burnout by Creating Your Own Utopia , “ The company, career field, and position you choose needs your uniqueness. is very beneficial.

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