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Purpose is the thing that drives us. Without it, we’re a rudderless ship, drifting in a sea of untapped potential and missed opportunity. Sure, we might have a spark of inspiration in the wee hours of the night that nudges us in a new and exciting direction; or perhaps a book, film, or podcast will motivate us to get up and go! But as quick as it arrives, that feeling will often subside, and the answers we were seeking can become elusive and hard to pin down.

Personal leadership is all about taking command of your own life and responsibilities. Regardless as to whether or not they are business or personal goals, the ability to develop and utilise your positive leadership traits to guide the direction of your life, and take charge of your own destiny, is vital if you wish to…

No matter the business, big or small, the ability to get things done efficiently and effectively can be make or break. And in the fast-paced, hyper competitive world of business, the key to success is simple: productivity. So let’s explore… Why is productivity important? An Edge: Productive businesses can deliver products and services faster, giving…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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…