Clear out the clutter

In a previous column, I suggested that everyone take about five minutes at the end of the day to clear out their e-mail inboxes. Eliminating old messages takes care of the mental baggage that goes with them. Think about it: By leaving the message within view you constantly tell yourself, “Better keep that, because I’ll need … Read more

How to be more productive in 3 easy steps

Ever get the feeling that you’re just not accomplishing as much each day as you could or should? Sure, you have a lot on your plate. But you can still be productive and efficient. It requires being disciplined and following the three simple steps I present here. 1. Eliminate or minimize distractors. Close your e-mail … Read more