Stephanie LH Calahan

OCTOBER 21, 2010

She became such an expert in time and life management that she's been teaching her simple, yet powerful system to others ever since via workshops and keynotes!    She calls it the 7 Minute Life System I had the honor of reviewing Allyson's program and I have to tell you it is great.    You will learn to.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

The holidays are quickly approaching and this is the time of year when we reflect on our successes and goals and also begin thinking about what we can do to reach the next level the following year. Some have lost jobs, didn’t get promotions or pay raises, or lost funding due to employer budget cuts. So what are you thankful for?

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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.  There are some that think that one system should work for everyone. 

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 10, 2008

In my weekly recap last Friday I pointed out a Lifehack.org article arguing that the current climate for hyper-productivity isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. If I didn’t have a full day’s worth of tasks to complete I wasn’t being efficient enough. Until next time, T ake care - of your clutter!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

.  I have also had clients tell me that their reminders don't work because they just ignore them.    Your response is crucial to the success of the system, so set up a system that you will actually use!    I am committed to my goal, so I complete the task and check it off the list. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 8, 2010

If you are a manager who struggles in this area, or if you just want more options for talking about good versus bad performance, try looking at performance through the lens of how employee behaviors contribute to the achievement of team, office, and organization goals. And they don't need prodding or cajoling.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

MARCH 22, 2010

" ~  CourtneyWilding  ~ Often we do it when we aren't thinking about it.    We create opinions about our systems and processes and convince ourselves that it is the only way to do something.    Now, only with time passing do we understand how limiting their belief systems were! 

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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

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

.  1 - "If it can't be perfect, why do it?"   This system worked for and I know I can make it work for me."   Assuming that the system is right and you are broken is not the right way to go.    Instead, find a system that works for the way you naturally think and learn. 

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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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The Office Professionals Place

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Make it fun Work doesn’t feel like work when there is some amusement instituted. Suggest ideas on how to acquire the same results or goal but from a different prospective. List short/long term goals When we have a clear outline of how our goals are reached we perform better. In other words, think outside the box.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 23, 2009

First of all, there is not a perfect tool or a perfect system. So, this answer is based on my experimentation with the two main tools the question above refers to - a planner and a tickler file system. Anchor your system one place or the other, whichever seems most natural to you.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

  We make lists so that we don't forget the things we want to do.    Just because a task management system works for your co-worker or spouse does not mean it will work for you.   I've tried my phone and outlook, but I find that I don't even look at those lists.    WAIT! 

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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 Office Professionals Place

MAY 31, 2010

Look at it this way, if there is a document that needs to be proofread and we don’t find the mistakes, that document is going to make a huge impact. Many times there are smaller tasks that need to be completed in order to achieve the main objective or goal. So the 20% is very important. Realize that little things do matter.

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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

JANUARY 3, 2011

  They do not have systems for handling their most important areas of life.    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. 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

The article “ Don't Get Your Time Stolen -- 6 Mistakes to Avoid ” was terrific [.]   Since Art mentioned he had found a system that worked for him, I asked if he would be willing to share it with me.  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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The Office Professionals Place

JUNE 8, 2010

Commentators have made remarks about how Phil Jackson always keeps his composure and is always calm, even when the game isn’t going in his favor. Don’t let challenges deter you from your goal. Completing the steps to reach goals gets you to the reward. Now that you have reached your goal, what do you do now?

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

I don't know of many people that would look at Jordan as a failure in basketball.    Go out and do it and don't be afraid to fail.    She understands that every person is different and requires systems that work for them.    (Go team Purple!)    I believe in you.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 29, 2010

  I have so many piles and I don't want to file it all."   In others, you may choose an electronic storage system rather than paper.  If you are going to go paperless, you need to also make sure that you have a good backup system.  Don't Let this Happen to You! 400 Gigs Gone!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 27, 2010

When you don't know how long a task will take, you may either over or underestimate the amount of time needed.   Don't let this be you!)   Assume that most people want added responsibilities (don't you?). The time you come up with will be your goal bed time. Clutter Free Up Your Time!

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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? Don’t go it alone. Yes, this is a party for the company and possibly clients and/or customers will be invited so your goal is for it to be successful, remember to have FUN; have a good time in preparing and planning the event! Lets grow together!

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 20, 2008

They each had forward-thinking employers who allowed them to have vision and encouraged them to work towards their goal and made room for that new role within their organization. Until next time, T ake care - of your clutter! Marketing: An assistant who has a marketing flare with a creative mind can branch out into editing or writing.

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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.    Get an accountability partner or friend that will keep you going towards your goals.  .  So, are you working with a positive self-image? 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Your PDA is like a back-up brain, so you don't have to worry about forgetting or missing appointments! If you aren't particularly tech-savvy, you might feel more comfortable using a paper planner, rather than having to learn the ins and outs of an electronic diary system. whereas paper planners don't!   

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Stephanie LH Calahan

OCTOBER 8, 2010

  My friends and colleagues on Twitter and Facebook gave me some great responses.    Keep reading to learn more!   Sherri Hoesel Papich I remember those people who are at the hospital watching as a loved-one is fighting for their life. Then I take a step back from all of the little things that can seem to overwhelm me.

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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

JANUARY 20, 2010

The -- I can't help it because of XXXX story I have struggled with migraine attacks that were quite severe for a number of years.    To make it worse, my support systems agreed with my reasons.    I can't get a break.  There is more in me--I know it--I just can't bring it out.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

pamelahazelton    Franklin Covey - been using that system for 10+ years.   When you are picking a system for your planning, think about the various features and pick a tool that you are most likely to USE.  For example, if you love to write things down, don't pick an online tool.  To-Do list!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Unfortunately we can't get around the 20 list limit.   Now, the system updates for me and I can recognize my awesome tweeps and stay in contact. Check out my Twitter Mosaic" » "Delegate Bookmarking to an Automated System" » "Spending Time on Social Networking - Make it Count!" To your success!

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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. Cut your major goals into bite-sized pieces. Each small priority or requirement on the way to ultimate goal becomes a mini goal in itself. We're so used to getting it all done.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

APRIL 1, 2010

  We've helped slews of clients implement the software along with other productivity systems as they claimed their Office Miracle ™ ! If you don't make the first beta release, stay tuned because we will be adding people continuously during the Beta period.   Keep reading to learn more. . 

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 27, 2010

  I won't let these fears own me, but I am letting them instruct me.    Why shouldn't it?    Ordering your life means putting systems in place to allow you to focus on your priorities and to have presence of mind and to take action.   Keep reading to learn the story.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

AUGUST 16, 2010

" ~Peter Drucker When you consider your system for setting priorities, you must focus on doing the right things, rather than simply doing things right. All of the best thought out plans will turn into nothing if you don't take action. “Efficiency is doing things right, but effectiveness is doing the right things."

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Business Telephone Systems & Phone Lines For Your Business techdepot.co.uk 6 days ago RT @ WinWeb Focus on Your Small Business Goals - [link] 6 days ago Perluondo: "They're exactly the demographics I'm looking for." I wouldn’t use them for a first-contact presentation, but they’re getting better.

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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.  Unlike traditional e-mail, Google Apps utilizes labels instead of a folder system for e-mail sorting and storage.   I'm not of that school of thought.  Do The Dump! a little more control over email.

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