Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

If something like this happens to you, you don’t need to panic. Having set an organizational pattern and knowing where you are going takes some of the stress out of the situation. Don’t leave your presentation hanging. 3) Deliver the body of the presentation. 4) Review the main points. 5) Conclude the presentation.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 19, 2010

However, many people run around stressed because they’re saying yes to everybody but themselves. Don’t answer the phone or e-mail. Ian’s Messy Desk Helping you get the most out of the 24 hours in your day. 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

AUGUST 31, 2010

A Christmas Planning Checklist for November – One of the best ways to reduce the stress of holiday planning is to spread it over a number of months or even throughout the year. If you didn’t start planning Christmas in August, you can relieve some of December’s pressure by putting these on your November to-do list.

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 21, 2010

There are six areas in your life that can be improved through effective time management: The physical – being healthy with less stress and fatigue. After all, we only have a finite length of time but the snag is that we don’t know how long we have and when your time is up… As Jim Rohn said, “Time is more valuable than money.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Don’t expect it to happen overnight, but expect it to happen. Don’t give up. One of my favourite cartoons shows the character contemplating Spring, and she says, “Time to go out in the garden to see if the bulbs I didn’t plant, didn’t come up.&# It will happen. Fix it later.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

We frequently talk about to-do lists and planning, but you often don't hear us talk about those things that you complete.  If your checked is not greater than your unchecked, fix it tomorrow and see stress diminish. A different take on the to-do list. Have you ever considered looking at your "Done List"? 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Know Yourself This sounds so simple doesn't it?    Get rid of the activities and projects (and sometimes even people) that don't fit.    Take Care of Your Physical and Mental Health Your physical and mental well being are crutial to your success.    What do you believe in? . 

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 2, 2010

Comment by Ian McKenzie on May 30, 2007 @ 1:13 pm I’ve had similar experiences after trips; I travel to customer sites and while I’m onsite, I can’t typically keep up with the things I usually do when I’m in the office, so I find myself going through a similar process. Here’s where you can pull things back on track.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 26, 2010

  You won't read that here.    Here is what some of them said: JaniceSimon Mostly at my desk but feel less stressed when eat lunch away from desk. Always been like this don't know why?   When I used to work in a corporate environment, I almost always ate at my desk.  Need the break!

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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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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 30, 2010

  If you are like the average executive, I bet that you have a lot of things that you would like to do, but don't have the time.    You are so busy working you can't even imagine taking time off to enjoy life.  "  That means you don't have good systems.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 30, 2010

Work With Stephanie « Increase Productivity: Focus on What You CAN Control - Free Yourself from Feeling Overwhelmed/Stressed | Main | Check Out This Great Resource for Organizing Tips and Products (and maybe win some stuff too) » Productive Social Networking-Making the Most of Your Twitter & Facebook Experience - Do You Use Lists?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Work With Stephanie « You Can Steal Time Back From Email | Main | Increase Your Positive Energy and Productivity by Being Thankful » Caffeine-Free Ways to Increase Focus & Attention "I just can't focus Stephanie.    I've tried different systems and they don't work.  Get physical! 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

  Not only has my productivity increased with your strategies, but I have also alleviated quite a bit of stress! The article “ Don't Get Your Time Stolen -- 6 Mistakes to Avoid ” was terrific [.] But when I looked for my notes later, I couldn't find them. And they weren't in my notetaking program.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 3, 2011

  They are not sure where their hard-earned money is spent and they don't have solid plans for the future.   Now is the time to let go of the excuses that you don't have time, are too tired or don't know how.     Imagine what you could do if you weren't searching! 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

It's simple to keep my schedule, lists and important health notes in one place.  They can carry the to appointments, allowing their physician to review it & connect symptoms w/factors such as stress/other environmental causes. For example, if you love to write things down, don't pick an online tool. 

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 30, 2010

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. Don’t Underestimate The Importance Of Time Management by Stefan Töpfer on Mar 31, 2010 I’m sure everyone has had days, weeks, months or even years of feeling snowed under with work, stressed and like they have little time for family or friends.

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The Small Business Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2009

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. Good thing too that finding help is stressed because you’ll find more ideas as you open up to people, share alternatives and in the end you’ll combine the good ideas in creating one, successful output. External Links External Links SynergyOne.co.uk

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 20, 2010

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. In turn, I have happy staff members who perform at their best because they are not stressed or unhappy about what is happening at home. Effective Small Business Planning Strategy Planning your small business is the best way to avoid costly mistakes.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

  I don't care what tool you receive your e-mail in, you still have to manage it or it will run you.  Just taking a few minutes to dump those that aren't currently helpful is like dropping the junk mail in the trash on the way in from the mailbox!   I'm not of that school of thought.  Do The Dump!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 12, 2010

| Main | Mon Motivation - 16 Failed Predictions - Limiting Your Beliefs Can Limit Your Success » 6 Areas of Your Business Life that You MUST Have Flow to Make More Money (be like Bamboo) How often do you wake up in the morning and say "ug, I don't really want to go in today"?  " Don't let this be you! 

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 13, 2010

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. This leads to initiatives like the one that has recently been launched by T-Mobile to find out about what small businesses need, and how perceptions of small business influence the way business is carried out. External Links External Links SynergyOne.co.uk

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

  Today you will learn about 12 business productivity tools that they can't live without. The most successful business owners and professionals effectively use tools to manage their time, space and information.    I asked some of my colleagues and readers to share their favorites.    1. Celebrate success!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 12, 2010

| Main | Your Etiquette Practice Could be Killing Your Productivity » 5 Easy Ways Kick-Start Your Daily Personal Productivity As you search for your ultimate personal productivity blueprint, don't forget to think about how you get going in the morning.    Don't like to get physical? 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 3, 2010

  I can't afford to be fired. irritated that my co-workers aren't doing their share!   When you least expect it, those very tools can turn into "time suckers."    If you don't they can all too easily become an escape that you mindlessly participate in to avoid your to-do list.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 16, 2010

All of the best thought out plans will turn into nothing if you don't take action. Work With Stephanie | Contact Copyright 2007-2010 Calahan Solutions, Inc. -- All Rights Reserved Want to use my content in your ezine, newsletter or blog? Are you in charge of leading your business or department? WANT MORE ON TIME MANAGEMENT?

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 12, 2010

Isn’t that cool? Most of the time, these mistakes create lots of problems: financial, health, reputation, and more. They work long hours: When you work long hours, you end up creating stress for yourself. Also, work with your calendar when projects come knocking at your door – don’t just say yes.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 5, 2010

  Don't be a time manager, be a priority manager. .    Don't be a time manager, be a priority manager. Hummel  ~ We know that the 80/20 rule applies in most life situations.    So, let’s look at how that applies to your time.  Cut your major goals into bite-sized pieces.

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2007

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. I will think due to higher stress level with small business, people who aren’t owners or shareholders usually don’t stay very long? How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Benefits of Online Software for Small Business.

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2007

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. They are penalized for having a family and this causes additional stress and anxiety. Concentrate on your business, not your office. Outsourcing Options For Small Business Focus on your business, timeshare professionals. External Links External Links SynergyOne.co.uk

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

  It is OK to take a walk or participate in another activity to relieve stress.  Related Posts 7 Steps to Free Up Room On Your Brain’s Hard Drive so You Don't Lose Your Mind! Create a Finely Tuned To-Do List Define 3 or 4 tasks that you must accomplish each day.    Balance is the key. Answer: Both!

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Brilliantly Better

APRIL 18, 2010

Every Australian wanted less stress and to live free. It wasn’t until the Aussie friends I made pounded this phrase over and over into my head that such a simplistic coined term could accurately describe a perfect way to live one’s life. If you do have debt, don’t let that control every decision you make.

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Brilliantly Better

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Not With the Way I feel Right Now Reply 2 Eduard @ Ideas With A Kick March 1, 2010 at 2:29 pm It does, doesn’t it? Not With the Way I feel Right Now Reply 2 Eduard @ Ideas With A Kick March 1, 2010 at 2:29 pm It does, doesn’t it? This was the problem. I knew how to be honest, I just didn’t know how to be tactful.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 27, 2010

Admitting that your sleep patterns are all screwed up and that you can’t hack it? Kind of stupid, don’t you think? But many freelancers just don’t follow that oh-so-simple-and-sage advice. But don’t take my word for it. Doesn’t work? Yes, it hurt. And stop grinning at me.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2007

Copyright © 1994-2010 Winweb® · All rights reserved. To many work is the central activity in their lives and the stresses and pressures of todays workplace are enormous, overtime, project pressure, sales targets, travel to and from the place of work, to name but a few. External Links External Links SynergyOne.co.uk

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 7, 2010

I earn good money, set my own hours, and I don’t have to deal with the stress of traffic, corporate politics, and an office full of idiots and suck-ups. Just because freelancing is best for me doesn’t mean it’s best for everyone. And benefits, such as paid health insurance, is a huge plus. I hate ties.

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Brilliantly Better

AUGUST 2, 2010

If you don’t accept that your fears are just button pushers for your courage, you will never ever develop real life boldness. I don’t even remember I used to have these problems&#. In my imaginary conversations, he’s also much smarter than I usually am, but don’t tell. No, I’m not kidding. Confront them.

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