When I’m setting up to teach a personal productivity class, there’s always somebody who arrives first. They’re usually proud of it. They say, “I hate being late. I’m always on time.” I figure they don’t need the class, for one of two reasons: They’ve got the time management thing licked, so there’s no reason for […]
Productivity
I’m Putting My Inbox On a Diet
I didn’t think electrons could be that heavy. But my inbox has gotten bigger and bigger, and it’s weighing me down. It didn’t happen overnight. I remember when it was sleek and nimble. Information would come in, be processed, and move on through. It brought me messages from people I cared about, and let me […]
Do We Need a New Definition of Success?
I’ve never known any kid who said, “When I grow up, I want to be a complete failure.” Everybody wants to be successful. We all go through life hoping to achieve something. We want to leave a mark, and make a contribution. We want to make a dent in the world. I’ve met a lot […]