Tips for making the most of our time are everywhere. Time management tools to increase productivity are sought after technologies that we hope will give us an edge to get more done. From software platforms to daily planners, we hope to sync our way to success. The number of time management books on the market should give us a hint at how popular this topic is. It seems everyone … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2014
What is Your Money Saying about You?
The way we use our money tells a story about us. It tells others what we like and what we think is important. Just ask a personal banker about how different people use their money. The stories money tells are captivating. So what is your money saying about you? When we pay our bills or spend our money, we may not see the messages right away. In many ways, the story of our … [Read more...]
What to Do When You Have No Time to Date
Recently a single friend of mine remarked that she simply has “No time to date!” In spite of advice from her mentor to go out more, she couldn’t seem to find an opening in her schedule to fit dating into the fabric of her life. At first, I thought how fortunate I am not to be dating anymore since I’m married – then I stopped short and realized I need time for dates too. The … [Read more...]
Five Parts of Blessed Time
If your life is anything like mine, you have an abundance of things vying for your time. I need to organize this and go through that. There are projects, studying and writing that await me. My “to do” list has gotten so long that even when I do have time I don’t know where to start. Learning time management has become one of my highest priorities. Ecclesiastes 3 says “There is … [Read more...]
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Working from Home
For many people, working from home sounds like an ideal situation. No more traffic. No more cramped office cubicle. And more flexibility to get the work done while managing other responsibilities. It saves time commuting to and from an office not to mention money normally spent on gas and car maintenance, work attire, and lunches at a local restaurant. The benefits are … [Read more...]
Keeping Your Credentials Current
Staying up-to-date on new information or developing trends in your field is always an ongoing process. In many fields, it is even required to keep your credentials current through continuing education, renewed certifications and licenses, or other professional development. Depending on the field, failing to meet the requirements can cause you to lose your credentials or worse, … [Read more...]
Is Dehydration Affecting your Productivity?
The other day I was helping my son with his anatomy homework. We read that the human body is made up of roughly 60-70% water. I think of myself as fairly solid, but it turns out I’m mostly fluid – H2O to be exact. This reminded me of the vital importance of water to my physical well-being. Plus, it turns out staying hydrated improves mental functions too. Dehydration does so … [Read more...]
Work-Life Metaphors: Part 2
Work-life metaphors offer insights about the dynamic interaction between work and life spheres. In this second part, we will explore four more common metaphors that offer lessons for managing the many roles and responsibilities we have everyday. If you didn't see Part 1, you can find it here. Spinning Plates Many years ago I saw a skit with a person on the stage spinning … [Read more...]
Work-Life Metaphors: Part 1
Are you keeping the balls in the air? Keeping the plates spinning? Walking the fine line? Surfing the waves? There are a handful of metaphors that are commonly used to describe the intersection of work and life. They help us visualize the challenges we face in managing multiple roles and a range of responsibilities. They also offer some insight into how we can manage our work … [Read more...]
Finding Peace in Sabbath Rest
I recently started reading a book titled 24/6 by medical doctor Matthew Sleeth. It is a book about Sabbath rest. I have read other books about slowing down, adding Margin to busy lives, and spending time with God. I’m no stranger to the fourth commandment: Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is the … [Read more...]
