It might be time to come up with a new plan for the day
When you catch yourself keeping a second, mental list of what you “really” need to do, that’s a sign you don’t trust your plan for the day. Red alert!
What do you need to write down in your trusted system?
We can’t remember everything we need to do, nor do we need to. Your trusted system has dedicated space for everything you need.
Keep Information Safe as You Get Things Done
If you need to keep work and tasks separate, OmniFocus gives you a (limited) option. Here’s how to keep work tasks secure with a standalone, unsynced document.
A Four-Step Formula for Solving Problems without Ego
A confused response will make any scenario worse. Here’s how the Crew Resource Management method gives you a four-step framework to avert disaster through clear communication.
Find ways to shift your time from Quadrant 1 to Quadrant 2
No matter how reactive your job description is, there are always ways you can be more proactive at work.
There’s a right way and a wrong way to create a plan
Budgeting isn’t supposed to be hard, but we tend to approach it the wrong way. Here are 5 myths that might be standing in your way.
10 Low-Tech Ways Anyone can Invest in their Future Productivity
When we think of automating what we do, we tend to think of highly technical solutions that require a degree in Computer Science to set up (and break easily). Fortunately, effective automation can come from a low-tech solution anyone can apply.
Once you learn the process, telling your money where to go becomes simple
Budgeting is a keystone skill for a healthy financial life. Here’s how to create a successful budget—even if you have an irregular income.
These two features are the only ones you need
Stop wasting time searching for the “best” tools for your productivity toolbox. Instead, focus on these two features.
Reviewing your progress lets you correct a bad estimate sooner
We plan at high, strategic levels of thinking and execute at lower, tactical levels. A quick check mid-week can help us make sure our tactics fit with our strategies.
