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Really Good Community Tips on Time Management, inc the Pomodoro Technique

We can’t let David Allen have all the fun! Below are some great tips from students who’ve mastered time management, one of whom has really gotten the hang of the popular Pomodoro technique. It’s centered on a daily routine with intervals of 25 minutes of uninterrupted work — a “pomodoro” — and 5 minutes on break. A kitchen timer, like the one pictured here, is a must have. Download a 30-page guide for free.

Jason Shore of William Jewell College:

I keep all my important tasks on Producteev, and star them with the appropriate level. When using the pomodoro technique,

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Enhancing Productivity By Communicating Effectively – 5 easy tips from Stepcase Lifehack

Untold hours of productivity are lost every month due to simple misunderstandings and communication breakdowns. For some reason, many people seem to have a tough time organizing their thoughts and communicating their desires to their co-workers and employees.

I’m constantly amazed at the number of people who seem to have forgotten the basics of composing a written thought. Even some college grads have no grasp on how to speak/write in a way that moves a project forward.

If you are looking for a way to increase productivity and decrease stress, learning to communicate effectively can be the first step towards

Staff picks: 10 links & tips for #productivity

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So get to doodling, decorating and doing things that keep you productive!

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20 Tips for a Positive New Year

20 Tips for a Positive New Year

Written by Guideposts.org – 8 Comments
Categories: self improvement

1. Stay positive.
You can listen to the cynics and doubters and believe that success is impossible or you can know that with faith and an optimistic attitude all things are possible.

2. When you wake up in the morning complete the following statement:
My purpose is_______________________.

3. Take a morning walk of gratitude.
I call it a “thank you walk.” It will create a fertile mind ready for success.

4. Instead of being disappointed about where you are…
…think optimistically about

5 Tips When Asking for What You Want

Getting what you want out of life isn’t always easy. You can spend weeks, months or even years working on your goals. That’s a lot of effort and planning just to get from point A to point B. Worse still are the people who do nothing but wait around hoping that what they want will just appear in front of them.

There’s a better way to get what you want, just ask for it. The old adage that the fastest route between two points is a straight line applies here. Asking for what you want is easier and works faster

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4 Tips for Making Wise Choices & Deciding What’s Best for You

Staring Out Over the Bridge

Difficult choices. Photo courtesy of Kristaps B.

Editor’s note: This is a guest post from Chris Guillebeau of The Art of Non-Conformity. Follow him on Twitter here.

When you were a kid and wanted to do something your parents or teachers didn’t like, you may have heard the question, “If everyone else jumped off a bridge, would you?” The idea is that it’s not good to do something stupid, even if everyone else is doing it. The logic is think for yourself instead of following the crowd.

It’s good advice, regardless of

Really Good Community Tips on Time Management, inc the Pomodoro Technique

Staff picks on #productivity: Quotes, Ideas, Graphics & Tips

Enhancing Productivity By Communicating Effectively – 5 easy tips from Stepcase Lifehack

Staff picks: 10 links & tips for #productivity

20 Tips for a Positive New Year

20 Tips for a Positive New Year

5 Tips When Asking for What You Want

4 Tips for Making Wise Choices & Deciding What’s Best for You

Staring Out Over the Bridge

Editor’s note: This is a guest post from Chris Guillebeau of The Art of Non-Conformity. Follow him on Twitter here.