The Real Potential Behind the Organized Home Office
March 8th is “Organize Your Home Office Day.” Who knew it had its own day? Well, I knew, because it’s my jam! And the truth is, if a productivity specialist comes across a day designation on the National Day Calendar with “organize” and...
Expectations Holding You Back?
Last month, when drafting the post on weaponized incompetence, it occurred to me that there is a corollary concept that warrants its own discussion. Where previously we focused on team members offering excuses to avoid responsibility, this month I want to turn the...
Overcoming Weaponized Incompetence
Have you heard the buzzy term “weaponized incompetence”? Its popularity took off last year when frustrated wives began turning to TikTok to vent about their husband’s lack of support around the house. In its truest form, weaponized incompetence...
Experiences, Knowledge and Introductions Are Truly Valuable Gifts
Gift giving. Some of us love it, some of us loathe it, but most of us fall somewhere in the middle. We’re eager to please the recipient, but anxious about finding the right gift. I encourage you to think outside the box this year. Going beyond the physical items...
Take Action Today on That Nagging “I Need to…”
Continually revisiting an “I need to….” without taking action is a real productivity killer. Not only is it an inefficient use of your time and bandwidth, it can really wreck havoc on your mindset. But tackling this challenge is really quite simple:...
When Digital Tools Diminish Productivity
Surprised by the title? If you follow me regularly, you know I’m a huge fan of digital applications. Appearing nearly magical, modern digital platforms can save us time and money, significantly reduce opportunities for error and make information sharing –...
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...