Productively Proud – Configuration Connection Celebrates 10 Years
August 2021 is a huge milestone for Configuration Connection. This month, we celebrate our 10 year anniversary! I could not be more proud of all that we have accomplished together. Without the dedicated support of our amazing business colleagues,...
Why the 2021 Midyear Review is Non-negotiable
At this point in the year, most of us are chugging full steam ahead, our sites set on achieving the goals we established for 2021. Many of us are delighted to finally be back in the deep open waters of our personal enterprise, no longer constrained – well maybe...
Practical And Compassionate: Why We Must Plan for the Worst
Spring has sprung. Birds are chirping. Flowers are blooming. Beaches are calling and many of us are looking forward to a little downtime to recharge our batteries. The feeling of possibility is palpable this time of year. And then there is the possibility of you...
Navigating the Transition Back to Normal
Covid cases are down. Vaccines seem to be meeting their targets. Access to vaccines has greatly expanded. Restrictions are being relaxed. People are heading back out. We’re headed back to normal. Maybe. Hopefully. Maybe hopefully? At first I wanted to pass on...
“11 Ways to Eliminate Office Clutter and Improve Organization”
Don’t miss the recent Redfin article I was featured in: “11 Ways to Eliminate Office Clutter and Improve Organization” In 2020, many of us all across the country, from Portland, OR to Miami, FL, transitioned to working from home because of the pandemic....
Crucial Communication Considerations: When and How
I was recently listening to a friend vent about being asked to volunteer her time at an organization we are both passionate about. She was recruited to play a key role in a pivotal 2021 initiative for this organization. The request to volunteer came in the form of an...
Timing is Everything When it Comes to Productive Goal Setting
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes We’ve flipped the calendar to a new year and are emerging from a season of turmoil. As we prepare for success in the year to come, now is the time to plan accordingly. Goal setting is foundational to personal success and time...
Managing Holiday Expectations – Benefits Clients, Employees and, Importantly, Yourself
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes When reality doesn’t live up to what we anticipated, we naturally feel disappointment. You can find volumes of psychology-based, prescriptive advice on how to better manage your expectations. And if you know this is something...
The Productivity Dilemma of Social Media
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Have you watched The Social Dilemma on Netflix yet? It’ll certainly give you a lot to think about. The documentary features interviews with several tech developers from various social media platforms, including Facebook and...