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, ...
7 Things To Organize For A Calmer, More Productive Life
We all juggle a range of roles and responsibilities. In any one day, I jump from mom to business owner, to cook, to taxi service, to writer - and sometimes a collection of these all at once! But multiple roles mean multiple task lists. Is it any surprise your brain gets fried and frazzled! With so much going on and so much to do, it can be hard to find time to think. That’s why organization is key. Take control of your life with these 7 simple tweaks and not only will you get more done, but ...
10 Ways to Get More Time (So You Can Have a Life!)
Whenever my workload is piled high and I start dropping balls, I silently wish for more time! It makes me feel better in the moment. If time is the reason I’m behind, I don’t have to blame myself. But of course that strategy isn’t working so well for me - you probably feel the same way! However much we want it or wish it, we’ll never get any more hours in our day. But that doesn’t make us powerless to the situation. You can’t create more time, but you CAN create the illusion that there’s ...