I run a one person business. My name is in every box on the org chart. Each week I juggle multiple lines of business, working both ‘in’ and ‘on’ the business, all while working at home with a partner who also works from home, integrating work/home responsibilities throughout the day. Oh, and I have a dog I love deeply but is sometimes a high maintenance diva. How do I get anything done? Notice I didn’t say ‘how do I get it...
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How to handle ‘pick your brain’ requests.
Can I pick your brain? Dictionary Pick someone’s brains (or brain) obtain information by questioning someone who is better informed about a subject than oneself. What’s your first reaction when someone asks ‘can I pick your brain?’ Do you get excited and jump at the chance to share your wisdom with an eager listener who will appreciate you and your knowledge? Or do you cringe at the thought that someone expects you share years of hard work, learning, and experience and...
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I’m a productivity junky. I’m not a workaholic, quite the contrary. My motivation is to get a lot done in as little time as possible so I can move onto the fun stuff. This year I’ve been focusing on a few new habits. So far I’m still in the early stages, but like the results! This approach isn’t new, it’s a mash-up of several others. Since I read a lot about human behavior and productivity I can’t help but be influenced...
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