Confession. I have a stationery obsession! I love good pens, a super sharp mechanical pencil, and my favorite - a brand new, empty notebook. I’ve got a growing collection on my bookshelf, ready to capture that next spark, idea, or project. Oh the possibilities! But I’m very particular (as I’m sure you are too.) My notebooks have to be filled with quality paper and the layout of the page is important too. I used to prefer plain notebooks, but now it’s dot-grid all the way. Here’s ...
How to End an Unproductive Day with a Win
Unproductive days creep up on us for a whole host of reasons. The amount of work feels overwhelming, you’re bored, distracted, tired, unfocused, unmotivated. Whatever the reason, the results are the same. Relentless faffing. Endless ‘quick’ looks at Facebook or Instagram. Constant promises that you’ll “start in a minute” (after you’ve brewed a coffee, checked your social feeds, finished that unimportant errand, or tackled any other mindless task that excuses you from cracking ...
10 Easy Steps For A More Organized Life
When you’re super busy, being disorganized adds a whole new level of chaos to your life! You’ve got to juggle to-do lists, weekend plans, and meal prep - and don’t get me started on the kids’ social calendar! What with birthday parties, clubs, and playdates, they have more going on than me! How do you stay on top of it all? Hands up, I’m not the most organized person. I quite like a little bit of drama! I thrive on the unexpected and I like to be spontaneous. But that trait also ...
Choose your attitude. How to stop your mood stealing your productivity
Productivity is about more than the techniques and practices you use. What you get done is also influenced by the mood you bring to the day. It won’t surprise you to know that some emotions are more productive than others! So increase your awareness of how you’re feeling at any given time. Your mindset makes all the difference when it comes to ticking through your to-do list and staying on top of it all. Here are six common culprits you need to watch out for - and what to do when they rear ...
How To Write a Daily To-Do List You Actually Get Done
Who doesn’t love a to-do list? It’s a simple, yet effective strategy that helps you get your head around the day so you can get more stuff done. Well that’s the plan anyway! The reality is your best intentions often go out the window! It’s a common problem. Procrastination, unexpected interruptions, new demands… they all get in the way of a productive day leaving you deflated and disappointed with your output. [And a ton more work to catch up on tomorrow.] It’s overwhelming, ...