Posts Tagged: work-life balance

Vacation Planning Advice for Entrepreneurs

13, May 2019

We’ve talked before about why vacations boost productivity, but there are still many entrepreneurs out there who struggle with taking time off. The only way to find time for a holiday is to plan for it. Read on for some vacation planning advice to help you get away so you… Read more

A Morning Routine to Boost Productivity

15, Apr 2019

Small changes can have a noticeable impact on your mood and productivity levels at home and in the office. Here are a few ways to streamline your morning routine to set you up for a less stressed and more productive day. Get Ready for the Night Before Getting ready the… Read more

Our Mental Health and the Workplace

06, Aug 2018

Although we focus a lot on the importance of productivity and time management at work, we can’t forget self-care. I was surprised to recently learn that 500,000 Canadians miss work every week due to mental health issues. Anxiety and depression top the list of the most common mental health conditions… Read more

Productivity Pointers from Productive People – Lucas Roberts Edition

27, Jun 2017

Do you ever wonder how some business leaders are so productive? They are incredibly busy, yet accomplish what they want in less time than many others. As a Professional Organizer, I’m lucky to meet many inspiring individuals who fall into this illustrious category. In this Productivity Pointers from Productive People… Read more

Productivity Pointers from Productive People – Cissy Pau Edition

24, May 2017

Do you ever wonder how some business leaders are so productive? They are incredibly busy, yet accomplish what they want in less time than many others. As a Professional Organizer, I’m lucky to meet many inspiring individuals who fall into this illustrious category.  In this Productivity Pointers from Productive People… Read more

How to Find Social Networking Events to Turn into Business Opportunities

12, Sep 2016

Taking an organized approach to social networking for business is important. Your business benefits when you get out and about and meet new (and old) contacts in your industry. So how do you find the social networking events where you can maximize your time and find business opportunities? Here’s a list of the… Read more

3 Tips to Successfully Set Work-at-Home Boundaries

15, Aug 2016

Working from home can be a liberating experience for many entrepreneurs and employees. But with general household distractions and kids underfoot, getting actual work done can be challenging.  In order to keep their businesses on track, successful workers know the power of creating an organized workspace, developing good habits and… Read more

Clutter Compounds Workplace Stress for Canadians

17, Oct 2011

TORONTO, October 17, 2011. For 62 percent of working Canadians, work was identified as the primary culprit of stress in 2010. This is according to new numbers from Statistics Canada released last week. A pressure-cooker to begin with, the workplace stress is made even more intense by being disorganized. “Canadians… Read more

Get Organized, Be More Productive & Focus on What Matters Most

11, Feb 2011

I had an article published in PeopleTalk, the online magazine of Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of British Columbia and Yukon. The title is, “Get Organized, Be More Productive & Focus on What Matters Most.” I discuss the challenges of a disorganized life then I propose some solutions to help… Read more

Get Organized and Enjoy Your Life

27, Jul 2010

It’s frustrating when you are stuck in the office while everyone else is enjoying the summer sunshine. Are you taking a pass on the neighbourhood barbecue because you’re just getting to your income taxes – in August? It might be time to get organized and enjoy your life. This month,… Read more