Posts by Mark
HABITS
The first step is to identify and track the positive habits you are already doing that increase productivity. You can make a list, a chart or whatever works for you to pinpoint what’s working and to keep doing it.
Read MoreCOMMUNICATION
Listening is probably the most important part of communication. It can reduce misunderstanding, improve relationships and build empathy. And listening isn’t just nodding and “uh-huh”-ing while thinking about the next thing you want to say. If you’re already crafting the perfect counterpoint, you’re not really taking anything in.
Read MoreWORKSPACE
You’ve probably heard the expression “tidy home, tidy mind” a hundred times before, but unless this catchy turn of phrase is also an elaborate scheme concocted by cleaning companies to trick us into buying their products, I believe it to be true. Now the “home” part can be exchanged for many things, but in this case we’ll be talking about workspace.
Read MoreACCOMPLISHMENTS
It’s not big-headed or arrogant to give yourself a pat on the back, and by keeping track of and revisiting your accomplishments, you are creating a cycle of positivity and self-belief that can only benefit you long term.
Read MorePROCRASTINATION
PROCRASTINATION Procrastination, the action of delaying or postponing something, is a thing we can all be guilty of. And it’s so easy to do. We set out to complete a task, only to find ourselves, an hour later, in the depths of a YouTube hole, with no clue of how we got there. It can…
Read MoreInterruptions
INTER–RUPTIONS Obvious Causes and Easy Fixes Smartphones have given us instant access to the rest of the world, but by the same token, the rest of the world now has instant access to us. Cue the “dings”, “pings”, “beeps” and “buzzes” of text alerts and email notifications; likes and retweets; and that hilarious cat…
Read MorePerfectionism: Thoughts and Tips
Where to begin… We are at the peak of social media. As a result, the world we live in has, seemingly, become much smaller and has granted us access to people, places and things that, fifteen years ago, might have seemed impossible. But as we make the rest of the world smaller by inviting it…
Read MoreSlow down and get more done
You can’t just keep running faster……. In the current economic climate all organisations are facing a major productivity and performance challenge. Cost base rising, supply chains broken, lead times extended, staffing issues, retention issues, motivation issues, health and well being issues. Add into the mix a European war, the continuation of Covid and the on…
Read MoreSelf awareness in leadership development
Self awareness in leadership development When was the last time you took a look in the mirror? I have one on my desk in the office. It was sent to me by a good friend and mentor many years ago with a message. It read” Before you blame the rest of the planet, take a…
Read MoreA 10 Step Process For Goal Setting
A 10 Step Process For Goal Setting Why is it that so many people fail to achieve their goals? There is a whole host of scientific and anecdotal evidence to suggest the majority of people who do set goals fail to achieve them. Why is that? One of the reasons is they lack a process…
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