The fact of the matter is you will get interrupted at the office. And it’s up to you to manage how and when others are allowed to interrupt you. Action – So, establish some boundaries by classifying the type of interruptions you’ll allow into one of four categories:- Class A interruptions are for issues you…
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My work in law firms taught me a lot about being organized. In law, organization really counts because going beyond a deadline can literally cost millions of dollars and a lifetime of reputation. Organization is not so much about the person doing the work as it is about the system they use to help them…
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The most common statement people make about taking time off work is that it is too much work! Whether it is an annual vacation or a seasonal holiday, time away can actually cause great anxiety for many people. It’s not because people love the office more than the beach or spending festive time with family…
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A basic principle in psychology is that people will move toward something that feels good and away from things that cause pain, both physically and emotionally. Unfortunately we often think, then, that if we scold someone for doing something we don’t like, they won’t do it again to avoid the pain of the reprimand. But…
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