Last week, I had a monthly accountability and action session with a long-term client. He’d just hired a new employee and there was work to be done. As this client was introducing me to his new hire, he said, “Angie helps with…uh…um…hmmm.” He stopped and started a few times. Finally, he sat up straight, looked […]
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Crap baskets and business card confetti
Getting organized is really fun, I swear! I mean, sure, it’s fun partly because I love it and partly because I carefully choose the clients I work with. One of my criteria is my clients must have a “fun” mindset, too! Case in point: a couple weeks ago, one of clients marched into a closet […]
Your basal ganglia is large and in charge
It’s true. This one very small but important part of your brain is large and in charge of nearly everything you do each day. This one little area of your brain called the basal ganglia regulates your habits and routines. How your day goes. How much you get done. Why you do what you do. […]
A question…and a request
Over the weekend, I tried to do something radical. I mostly succeeded, and I also learned a lot. What did I do? I tried to get rid of HALF of my stuff. Seriously. Half of it. Clothes Shoes Papers “Friends” on Facebook (who are some of these people??) Office Supplies Decorations and other random tchotchkes Books Magazines […]
A goal, a dare and unplugging from it all
It’s been an incredibly abundant, wonderful first three months of the year. I’ve seen my clients’ eyes light up with wonder, knowing, and understanding more times than I can count. Together, we’ve solved their problems related to time, clutter, systems, processes, delegation, and workflow. I’ve seen the relief on their faces. I’ve received their hugs […]
Watching videos of kittens actually improves productivity
Ok, if you’ve been a reader of mine for awhile, you know I have a love affair with cats. Especially this new wiggly, snuggly orange kitten in my life. Knowing I love kittens, and knowing I’m always into learning about productivity tips, one of my networking buddies sent me the following joyful news: A Japanese […]