by Gwen Bortner | Dec 11, 2015 | Office Productivity, Show Your Work
One of the biggest challenges in managing your business on an ongoing basis is deciding when it is time to make a change, particularly when it comes to selecting the software and apps we use every day. It is so easy to get comfortable with something we use every day...
by Gwen Bortner | May 11, 2015 | Office Productivity
Hiring a consultant can be a risky venture, but it also can have huge benefits. The trick is knowing when is the right time, how to utilize their services and who you should hire in the first place. Most of what I sell is my knowledge, insights and expertise. With...
by Gwen Bortner | Jun 4, 2014 | Office Productivity, Tips & Tricks
I have run my business affairs for as long as I can remember around my task list, calendar and – as soon as it was widely available – e-mail. It has been my method of organizing my day, ensuring priorities and projects are completed and very few (if any)...
by Gwen Bortner | Mar 24, 2014 | Office Productivity
Activities we engage in on a regular basis are often described as habits. But before they become habits, we must first develop a discipline of repeated activities. This is where recurrence can come to the rescue. Most of us develop a habit of brushing our teeth while...
by Gwen Bortner | Mar 10, 2014 | Office Productivity
For as long as I can remember, my productivity has been guided by two things: my task list and my calendar. However, these two items have rarely truly been managed in tandem. I would set appointments with clients, for meetings or personal activities and then the time...
by Gwen Bortner | Feb 10, 2014 | Office Productivity, Tasks & Goals
Solopreneurs are constantly on the lookout for new gadgets and applications to help manage time, reach goals, track projects and complete tasks. Unfortunately, the one-size-fits-all solution just does not exist. All of these answers must have an element that taps into...