Managing the Expectations We Set for Ourselves
Last month, we discussed tips and tricks for managing others’ expectations in order to maximize collective productivity. Today, I’m getting a little more personal. I want to talk about ways we can best manage the expectations we set for ourselves. From...
Managing Expectations to Bolster Potential
Maybe it’s the heat getting to me, but as I sweat through what is shaping up to be one of the hottest summers on record here in Texas, I find myself musing on what it might be like to sit in the Texas ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) war room. If...
How to Prep for Vacation without Stress
Professionally and personally, I can attest to the fact that downtime is essential to maintaining productivity. This includes not only taking breaks, but extended time away from routine responsibilities. With school out and lots of us (including me!) seeking a...
Squelch Time Squandering
Consider this hypothetical situation: You’ve worked diligently to schedule your time productively in order to accomplish some goals you’ve set for yourself. As your calendar accurately reflects you should be, you’re sitting at your workspace, but...