We mentioned that to be productive, it is important to a get good night’s sleep. That can be hard to do when your bedroom is chaotic and you get stressed out looking for clean pyjamas under the piles of work you haven’t been able to complete. It doesn’t set you… Read more
We’ve mentioned the 5Ds of Decision Making; Delete, Delegate, Do, Document, and Defer. One of the hardest things that many entrepreneurs and managers have trouble with is deciding to delegate tasks. They may be accountable for the results, but they may not have to perform all the tasks. Often, they… Read more
Most Canadians do not consider moving in the winter as most of the country experiences freezing temperatures, snow, and ice for several months. However, there are a few benefits. Moving companies are generally less busy during this season. There is more flexibility on dates, and the costs could be significantly… Read more
The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society designated October as Global Ergonomics Month back in 2003. Their mission is to create awareness the science of adapting work, equipment, and tools to the user. Most people think about the workplace – specifically computer users – when we talk about ergonomics. However, by… Read more
I recently watched a TEDx talk on The Science of Sleep (and the Art of Productivity) by Dr. Matthew Carter, a sleep researcher. The talk focuses on how sleep and productivity are interconnected. A good night’s sleep can help us be more productive and having a productivity day, can help… Read more
Moving house is a part of life. It can be a stressful process but experience has taught us there are some things that can reduce the amount of work. Check out these quick tips for a smooth move. When packing, use paper towel roll tubes to protect sharp knives. Insert… Read more
Reports indicate that we purchase 400 percent more clothing per year than we did 20 years ago. It’s no wonder we have overstuffed closets and dressers. Additionally, experts tell us that the fashion industry has a hugely detrimental effect on our environment – from the water and chemicals used to… Read more
The buzz-words “continuous improvement” have been around for quite a while now. It simply means that the goal is to become better all the time. In our businesses, and even in our homes, we should try to refine our processes to make our lives easier. Sometimes this is a significant… Read more
Lawn furniture and gardening tools are often neglected when preparing for a move simply because they are stored outdoors. Some of these items require special care and can be time-consuming to pack as they can be heavy and oddly-shaped. The first step is to decide if you are going to… Read more
Once you have gone through the process of sorting, purging, and emerging from chaos, it is time to look for organizing products. With entire stores dedicated to selling organizing tools equipment, it is all too easy to spend hundreds of dollars on containers, baskets, and bins only to find that… Read more
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Linda’s creative and affordable suggestions enabled me to triple the work and storage space in my home office.
— JoAnne, Health Research Co-ordinator