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Do You Know The “A Bit More” Principles Of Exceptional Customer Service? Part 1 of 3
You gotta provide exceptional customer service,” the business guru’s say When it comes to human relations, there’s always room for improvement Make them habitual If you use them already, become more aware of them
I'm Going To Be On Time If It Kills Me
If you are early (no extra cost, no strain, no explanations), you don't have to worry about deadlinescom" There are actually three types of people I see: 1 Contact her at 303-471-7401 or Laura@TheProductivityPro
The Ten Key Competencies of Personal Productivity
All rightsreserved Portions of this newsletter may be reprinted in your organizationor association newsletter, provided the following credit line is present:"Laura M It’s worth the work to create a plan, because thegoals you set will provide direction for your life and focus youractivities R eduction-This competency has to do with how well you eliminate timewasters in your daily activities
Reducing “Desk Rage” in Your Organization
Workplace violence culminating in bloodshed gets the most publicity Contact her at303-471-7401 or Laura@TheProductivityPro So don’t overcrowd the cubicle areaor give the bigwigs offices that are just as big or bigger than in the past,while the minions get stuffed into smaller and smaller places"TheProductivityPro
Meetings! Where Minutes are Kept and Hours are Wasted.
Routine staff meetings, project updates, or information-only meetings should be held during lulls in productivity Try to finish early if possible; don’t stretch the meeting Reportedly, these rules have greatly reduced miscommunications and improved meeting productivity! Lastly, try to reduce the time you spend in unimportant meetings If you must take a call, step out of the meeting room
Butterflies and Stamps The Difference Between Distracted and Purposeful People
I know some people who always seem to be “somewhere else You know…if I ran the dishwasher, the dishes will be clean when I get back About The Author Laura M When you know you’re off task, get into the habit of self-correction: “I really shouldn’t be doing this right now
Achieving a State of ‘Flow’ at Work
Make it a productive day! About The Author Laura M” What are some of the characteristics of the non-flow state? ?? Continually stopping one task and starting another ?? Not establishing a goal or “end” state ?? Constant disruptions and interruptions, which make it difficult to concentrate ?? Feeling overwhelmed ?? Low energy period What are some characteristics of the flow state? ?? A vested interest in the outcome ?? A strong belief that you can and will accomplish your goal ?? Total focus, with no interruptions ?? High energy period ?? Passion/fun/enjoyment ?? Proper environmental conditions (temperature, smells, noise) ?? Minimal effort required (low learning curve) How do you achieve this wonderful state of flow and become fully present-focused? • Master your job When you become focused on the task of the moment, time seems to fly, and you get the job done easier and faster Consciously, willfully decide that you are going to concentrate
The “6-D” Information System
Start with your paper in-box, because it’s usually the newest Contact her at 303-471-7401 or Laura@TheProductivityProcom Then get it going back out the door to the requester
In 2006, Resolve to Leave the Office Earlier!
Make it a productive day! About The Author Laura Mcom You must draw the line and insist on leaving work on time to create the balance for yourself TheProductivityPro
Face Time: When You Can’t Stay Past 5:00
The time displayed on the message is proof you were working early Contact her at 303-471-7401 or Laura@TheProductivityPro They slyly ask your boss if she enjoyed the special Kona coffee you brewed Just say Joe
Where Did I Save That Document? Organizing Your Computer Files
If you save EVERYTHING under this directory, you will never be able to find what you need), just think about the category The most important thing is to point all your saved files into ONE main directory With seemingly limitless storage capacity, it's easy to create piles of files on your computer
Use Proper Email Netiquette to Avoid Wasting Others’ Time
Unless you are using an encryption device (hardware or software), you should assume that email over the Internet is not secure Don’t make it obnoxiously long with a page of information for people to wade through; put most of that on your website Use the suggestions above as points of discussion with those in your department or team and create your own list of email protocol One word of caution: if you are forwarding or reposting a message you’ve received, do not change the wording, which is lying
Brochure Printing - A Guide to an Effective Company Brochure
A brochure is just one piece of magazine not a billboard where people just pass by A customer usually reads the material in a what-is-it-for-me mannercom Lastly when printing your company’s contact info, once is enough, because it is more professional and your readers would not be annoyed with your numbers that is printed on every page in big large bold fonts
News, Views, and Blues of Change. Do You Know the 5 Ways to “Re” Your Life?
These roles are my relationship responsibilities to Carol, Jamie, Brad, other family, and business people with whom I work But I’m not going to let that happen this time I’ve been made into road-pizza once or twice” This fall is different for Carol and me
Boy, I’ll Be Happy When…
” “Boy, I’ll be happy when I get to retire The thought-choice, conscious or unconscious, precedes every emotion” I don’t believe that material things or circumstances can make anyone happy Dan’s high-content keynotes, interactive workshops, and comedy presentations help you and your organization excel
Are You Sensibly Sense-full? Don’t Miss The Day
• Go outside and stand on mother earth, rather than concrete or pavement If possible, go to a park or open space Each time I submersed myself in a project, the phone would ring, and I would allow it to distract me in another direction • Open your mouth and inhale again
What Do Canoeing, Skiing, and Life Have In Common?
A true win-win relationship can be built where both people come away from the experience feeling as if they have received incredible value My beliefs, perceptions, and fears hold me back I challenge you to evaluate your life, eliminate the busy-work, find a mentor, and create the momentum that will take you further than you thought possibleThinkinOutsideTheBarn
