Podcasts by Modern Mentor

Modern Mentor

Modern Mentor is your guide to leadership and communication, helping you craft a workplace environment you can feel good about. She’ll share tips to help you balance your work and personal life, effectively invest your time, and be mindful about where you’re devoting your energy. Let Modern Mentor help you navigate your path to success—however you define it.

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001 GID Delegate Your Misery from 2023-12-13T19:34:30.890378

Tips to identify things you really shouldn't do yourself. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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626 - How to Make Professional Resolutions You'll Actually Keep from 2023-11-29T22:12:56.067161

About 80% of New Year's resolutions fail, including the ones we make about our work lives. That's because most of us approach them all wrong. Here's the right way to make professional resolution...

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630 - The 2021 Career Wisdom You Need from Ruth Bader Ginsburg from 2023-11-29T22:12:56.056325

Ruth Bader Ginsburg left behind a legacy of wisdom that feels more relevant in 2021 than ever. Here are a few lessons we should all carry into the new year.

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634 - New Job Jitters? How to Be a Star in 5 Easy Steps from 2023-11-29T22:12:56.042288

Changing jobs and joining a new team can be intimidating. But with these simple strategies, you can fit in quickly and become the hero you strive to be.

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635 -"How Will You Measure Your Life?"Is the Question that Changed Mine from 2023-11-29T22:12:56.039827

OK, you've got a career. Maybe you've even got plenty of money. But are you fulfilled? Seven years ago, one article challenged my thinking and gave me clarity. I want to share its life-changing ...

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639 - Stop Being Afraid to Ask Questions at Work from 2023-11-29T22:12:56.000352

Do you ask questions at work? If you've been afraid that asking questions will make you seem incompetent or lazy, it's time to embrace the power of the Q! Here's how to ask the questions that wi...

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How to Give Your EQ a Raise from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.983229

Don't write off the idea of emotional intelligence as some new-age concept involving rainbows and trust circles. Your EQ is critical for helping you lead, learn, negotiate, persuade, and collabo...

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Use Storytelling to Get Ahead at Work from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.973745

Data, facts, and figures may convince people you have the right answer. But sometimes the real challenge is creating a connection that inspires someone to collaborate with or support you. Tellin...

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How to Improve Creativity by Adding Constraints from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.959713

Sometimes the struggle to be creative pushes us to seek more -- more information, more resources, more time. In this episode learn why taking the opposing approach -- forcing constraints on your...

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How to Change Careers from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.938061

You're ready for a BIG career change. But you're overwhelmed and not sure where to start. Modern Mentor shares her own career pivot story, and a 5-step plan for turning your hopes into action. Listen

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How to Re-Enter the Workforce After a Pause from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.877406

Millions of people who have left - or been forced to leave - the workforce in recent months are ready to climb back in. But where to begin and how? Modern Mentor shares her 5 tips on how to succ...

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How to Manage Workplace Conflict from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.873897

Workplace conflict is the absolute worst. We tend to avoid it at all costs. But when it strikes - and it will - there are constructive things you can do to repair the situation. Modern Mentor sh...

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How to Ease Into Back-to-School Without Losing Your Mind from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.844549

The back-to-school season can be incredibly demanding. Modern Mentor shares her own experience - and advice - for easing into the fall season with grace. These tips will help you balance high-pr...

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How To Be Your Own Best Advocate at Work from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.786508

Are you striving for something at work—a promotion, a leave of absence, a leadership opportunity—but aren't sure how to make it happen? You may need to head down the path of self-advocacy. Moder...

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BONUS: On Purpose with Jay Shetty from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.783371

On Purpose with Jay Shetty brings you conversations with some of the most incredible people on the planet like Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, and Oprah. Hear the real life stories behind their jour...

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Surrounded By Bad Bosses and Lazy Employees: Interview with Thomas Erikson from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.768667

Thomas Erikson, bestselling author and behavioral expert, shares his insights and advice on how to deal with all the bad bosses and lazy employees in the workplace. In this interview with Modern...

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Left Behind: What To Do When Everyone's Quitting but You from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.764323

As many people continue to quit their jobs, what happens to those who choose to stay behind? Modern Mentor shares her actionable advice for those who are staying in place and are left to pick up...

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Discover Your Spark with Jonathan Fields from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.754922

Award-winning author Jonathan Fields joins Modern Mentor to discuss his new book, Sparked, and offer his research-backed wisdom on how we can all r...

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The Secret to Winning at Work in 2022 from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.742588

If you're looking to level up your creative solutioning superpowers at work this year, then add this consulting secret to your toolbox: run an amazing discovery process, and watch your solutions...

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How to Discover Your Ikigai from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.585159

If your appetite for meaning and purpose is feeling heartier than ever right now, then a hunt for your Ikigai—your life's purpose—may be just what you need. Modern Mentor shares an action plan a...

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How to (Safely!) Take Risks at Work from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.555969

We know that taking risks is the key to innovation. But playing is safe is just so... safe! If fear is holding you back from taking risks at work, Modern Mentor has some tips to share to help yo...

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How to Dial Up Your Confidence from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.541032

Is something holding you back from chasing the professional outcome you want most right now—the bigger job, the senior mentor, the chance to lead a team? It's possible that your confidence needs...

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How to Productively Show Off What You've Learned from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.486006

You love learning. So much so that you realize you may be over-consuming and under-executing what you've picked up. Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategies for productively showcasing what ...

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How to delegate well—even if you're not a leader from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.469792

Delegating effectively is not about “dumping the grunt work” on someone else, but rather about ensuring the right people do the right work in service of shared goals. With this mindset, there ar...

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How to create your own luck from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.389372

Luck is not a passive thing that happens to us. It’s something we have the power to influence, to bring to life. There are certain habits that “lucky” people tend to have. Let’s learn what they ...

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Why the buddy system works... at work from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.373804

In school, the buddy system kept us from getting lost, getting hurt, and eating things off the floor. As working adults, we could all sometimes use a buddy. Here’s how to use them and use them w...

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What can I do if layoffs are coming? from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.364189

After hearing about the Great Resignation for months, we’re starting to see signs of a possible recession… which may be causing you to wonder whether company layoffs are ahead. This isn’t the en...

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How to stay cool through back to school from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.351663

Back-to-school season brings chaos upon everyone—parents or not. That’s because the back-to-school season is really about the end of summer—a season in which things tend to be just a little bit ...

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How to take “employee experience” into your own hands from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.334848

“Employee Experience” is a phrase we hear thrown around a lot in the workplace. And we all know we want a good one… we just don’t quite know what it is or how to change it. This episode offers s...

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It’s time to rethink your “productivity” from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.272699

“Productivity” is the thing we’ve been chasing for years—more, better, faster. But is it really serving us? Or is it time for us to rethink how we measure what the increments of our success?

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How to dial up connection with Ryan Jenkins from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.267387

In this conversation with Ryan Jenkins, co-founder of Less Lonely, we discuss why connection is so critical—for productivity and human healt...

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Communication missteps to avoid in 2023 from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.248995

With all the wisdom about communication out there, somehow we’re still missing so many opportunities to get it right. Today Modern Mentor shares 5 key communication missteps she plans to avoid i...

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How asking “who” and “what” can help you find your “why” from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.193518

“Purpose” continues to get a lot of airtime in the world of work. But what, practically, is purpose and how do we find and align to ours? Here’s how three seemingly-simple questions can help you...

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How to manage through a season of layoffs from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.178278

Layoffs are swirling in the ether these days and teams are feeling anxious. That anxiety is holding back their work and employee experience. Here’s how to manage through this season of uncertain...

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How to clarify roles and responsibilities from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.162146

Some of the most frustrating experiences we have at work—of someone else dropping the ball or stepping on our toes or creating the need for rework—are caused in part by unclear roles and respons...

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4 more “Refine” strategies for staying on purpose from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.154254

Saying no isn’t always an option, even when we’re feeling overwhelmed or overworked. So here are four more strategies for staying on purpose at work that aren’t quite “no,” but aren’t exactly “y...

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Should you go for that job? from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.147056

Deciding to apply for a new job—in or outside your current company—can be a big and consequential choice. But there are some simple questions you can ask yourself to determine whether it makes s...

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Can we talk about boreout? from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.144337

Burnout doesn’t just come from overwork and overwhelm. Sometimes the very opposite can be the cause of disengagement at work. Let’s talk about boreout, the damage it can cause, and what we can a...

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Squelching the advice monster: an interview with Michael Bungay Stanier from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.090085

Great organizations are defined by great leadership. And great leaders are great listeners and coaches. This interview with leadership and coaching expert Michael Bungay Stanier delivers simple,...

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How to have a great 1-1 conversation at work from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.079703

1-1 conversations are a staple of the boss-employee relationship. But so many of us just check the box when we could be having much richer, more productive conversations. Here are some tips on h...

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How to rally support for your big idea from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.070388

Here’s a conundrum: one of the best ways for an organization to get ahead is innovation, but there’s often nothing harder than getting institutional buy-in for a big idea. Here are some winning ...

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How to stay positive-ish in tough times from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.067791

Let’s talk today about some of the gifts you might offer your brain which, in turn, may help lift your spirit if you’re in a tough season.

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How to keep up when everything is changing from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.052752

Change, as they say, has become the new normal. But old ways of working—setting goals, building skills—are hard to maintain in the face of so many switches and pivots. How can we feel momentum a...

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Golden circle your way to a winning Q4 from 2023-11-29T22:12:55.040795

If your team needs to stick a big landing in the final quarter of 2023, then use the Golden Circle to get everyone aligned, focused, and connected to delivering something big.

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How to navigate a season of layoffs from 2023-11-29T22:12:54.981328

There’s so much uncertainty in the market these days. But whether the prospect of a layoff threatens you with a bruised ego, true financial insecurity, or anything in between, there are some con...

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Why Meetings Are Still Awful and How to Fix Them from 2023-11-28T10:00

In this episode of Modern Mentor, Rachel Cooke tackles the eternal woe of unproductive meetings and offers a refreshing take on reclaiming your time. Tune in for a dose of practical tips to make...

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How to Communicate in a Hybrid World: Interview with Laura Fravel from 2023-11-21T10:00

Communication expert Laura Fravel joins Modern Mentor for a conversation on how to do it well in a hybrid world.

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How to juggle when I have no choice from 2023-11-14T10:00

Are you spinning all the plates and have too many things going at once? You may wish you weren't, but if juggling truly is your only option, let’s talk about ways you might navigate that in a wa...

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Communicate to activate your team from 2023-10-31T09:00

Communication is one of the most critical leadership skills in the modern workplace. But its job is to do so much more than just transmit information. Leaders who communicate with an intent to e...

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Your team needs a year-end review from 2023-10-24T09:00

Teams today are running at a million miles an hour just to keep the train on the tracks. So as we approach year-end, let’s talk about why – and how – to run a team performance review. To determi...

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How to Prioritize Using ICE from 2023-10-17T09:00

When we’re swimming in great ideas—too many priorities and possibilities—we need a way to effectively prioritize. The ICE framework is a simple way to assess an idea’s impact, confidence, and ea...

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Move Fast and Fix Things with Frances Frei from 2023-10-10T09:00

In this conversation with Frances Frei, Professor of Technology and Operations Management at Harvard Business School, we ideas leaders can use to move fast, build trust, and accelerate excellenc...

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How to have meetings that shouldn’t have been emails from 2023-09-26T09:00

If your team is struggling to get things done because no one is willing to lead the hard conversations, then you might just need a stinky fish. Learn how to use this simple, fun tool to spark th...

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How stinky fish drive great team conversations at work from 2023-09-19T09:00

If your team is struggling to get things done because no one is willing to lead the hard conversations, then you might just need a stinky fish. Learn how to use this simple, fun tool to spark th...

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6 ways to influence without authority from 2023-09-12T09:00

Sometimes the success of your work depends on someone else’s contribution. If you’re the boss, it’s easy to ask for what you need. But when you’re not in charge, how can you lovingly compel some...

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How—and why—to be a great facilitator at work from 2023-08-29T09:00

Facilitation is a specialty and a profession. But it can also be a basic skillset we all own and leverage. It’s more critical today than ever. Learn why and how.

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How to build better relationships at work from 2023-08-22T09:00

Organizations are struggling to build “Capital C” Connection in a world of hybrid teams. I’ve been challenging them, instead, to focus on helping teams build better relationships—one-on-one and ...

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How to stop secretly procrastinating from 2023-08-15T09:00

So many of us are busy at work and the days keep flying by without us ticking projects off the to-do list. Have you wondered where all the time is going, how you’re always so busy, and yet the b...

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Is your team future-fit? from 2023-07-25T14:54:12

No one can predict the future. But by checking to see if you’re future-fit, your team can be ready for anything.

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How to climb out of overwhelm at work from 2023-07-18T09:00

How do we maintain healthy workloads while meeting customer demands  and while resources are constrained? In this episode, Rachel explores 4 ways to manage the overwhelm.

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It’s time to expand how we’re thinking of connection from 2023-07-11T09:00

Connection at work continues to be an area of deep disengagement. Yet companies trying to solve this through forced proximity aren’t winning. We might be thinking too narrowly about what connect...

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Do your goals need a mid-year refresh? from 2023-06-27T09:00

Whether you’re a leader of a team – or just of yourself – let's talk about how it might be worth your while to check in on your goals and determine whether or not they’re still on point?

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Taylor Swift's lessons for workplace success from 2023-06-20T09:00

Sometimes the best advice on how to succeed in the workplace comes from the inspiration we get from not working. Like seeing Taylor Swift perform live. Let’s take some lessons from the insight i...

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What we’ve learned about hybrid work… so far from 2023-06-13T09:00

So many organizations are doing hybrid work these days. But not all are doing it well. The target is still a moving one, but there’s a lot we’ve learned so far. Let’s look at some key practices ...

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How to break the spin cycle at work from 2023-05-30T09:00

 Sometimes bad things happen. But when the same bad things happen time and again, it’s time to break the cycle and start fresh.

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Time to squelch invisible labor! from 2023-05-23T09:00

Too much invisible labor is being done in the workplace. And it’s high time our unsung heroes get the recognition they deserve. Here are the types of invisible labor happening today.

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From self-care to team care from 2023-05-16T09:00

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. And in as we consider strategies for managing our own individual wellness, why not create a culture of team care at work? Because the more the merrier on th...

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Who's in charge of workplace wellness? from 2023-04-25T09:00

Workplace wellness is a trending topic. We all know it’s important. But do we know whose job it is to bring it to life? Turns out, it’s everyone’s job.

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5 strategies for managing your manager from 2023-04-18T14:48:01

Our bosses disappoint us. Sometimes often. But before we label them as bad or ill-intentioned, let’s recognize our bosses are human. And usually when they fail to meet our expectations, it’s sim...

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4 questions to ask yourself when someone has disappointed you from 2023-04-11T09:00

Disappointment is a part of life. True. But sometimes there’s real intelligence in disappointment. When we feel disappointed by others, our instinct is typically to blame. But sometimes getting ...

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How to use"Refine"strategies to stay on purpose from 2023-03-28T09:00

Staying on “purpose” at work—keeping focused on the things that deliver the greatest impact—means sometimes saying yes and sometimes saying no. But sometimes… the best answer is neither. It’s a ...

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How to finally have that dreaded conversation from 2023-03-14T13:25:07

There are so many conversations we know we should be having—the hard, the awkward, the uncomfortable. But we put them off for fear of making things worse. It’s time to have that conversation. He...

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How to lead above your noise from 2023-02-28T10:00

Achieving more—more success, more results, more impact—isn’t about doing more. It’s about having absolute clarity on where to focus and invest our attention. Hard to do with so much distraction—...

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How to care for your employee experience in a recession from 2023-02-21T10:00

Layoffs are swirling in the ether these days and teams are feeling anxious. That anxiety is holding back their work and employee experience. Here’s how to manage through this season of uncertain...

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Bringing self-care to work with Rachel Kanarowski from 2023-02-14T10:00

In this conversation with self-care expert Rachel Kanarowski, Rachel explores the variety of stressors that have found their way into our profession...

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How to maximize your own learning and development from 2023-01-31T10:00

Even the best in their industry never stop learning. Here are 6 ways to maximize your development this year.

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4 principles for keeping talent engaged at work this year from 2023-01-24T10:00

Keeping talent engaged has become something of a guessing game. But these 4 simple strategies are proving to be pretty fail-proof.

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Four work lessons I’ve learned from my clients from 2023-01-17T10:00

In any situation—even when your role is that of “expert”—there are always opportunities to learn something new. Here are five lessons learned from clients that have shifted and enhanced how I ge...

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The power of self-awareness at work from 2023-01-10T10:00

Self-awareness is more than just knowing who you are. It’s having the insight to fully leverage your strengths and to flex your style in any moment to amplify your impact. Learn how to understan...

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Is there any escape from the 40-hour workweek? from 2022-12-27T10:00

Are you "over" the 40-hour workweek, but aren't sure how to make it better or escape it without going broke? Modern Mentor offers some new insights grounded in her own experience of burnout. (Or...

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How to be more strategic at work from 2022-12-20T10:00

Being strategic at work is about focusing less on quantity—how much you can get done—and leaning instead on doing the right stuff in the wisest and most impactful ways. Here are three strategies...

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How to use LinkedIn like a pro from 2022-12-13T10:00

Think LinkedIn is just for job seekers and salespeople? Think again. LinkedIn expert and ghostwriter Emily Crookston is here to help you understand wh...

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What to do when virtues go wrong from 2022-11-29T10:00

There are certain behaviors—like collaboration, debate, and empowerment—that are known to be virtuous at work. And done well, they are. But unchecked, these virtues can have a dark side. Know wh...

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Turn Your Critics Into Fuel for Success from 2022-11-22T02:04:35

Nobody loves a critic. But the right insights from the right people can turn feedback into rocket fuel to propel your big ideas in the right direction.

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The SIMPLE answers to common leadership questions from 2022-11-15T04:27:56

Sometimes it feels like we have so overcomplicated what it means to be a leader. With so many frameworks, tools, and trainings out there, many leaders have lost touch with their instincts and th...

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Why “lifelong learning” is more than a buzzword from 2022-10-25T02:54:07

"Lifelong Learning" has become one of those buzz phrases we hear so much it’s starting to become white noise. But understanding what it means and how to embody it can fuel our success. Here’s wh...

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How to hustle your way with Cin Fabré from 2022-10-18T04:18:25

In this conversation with Cin Fabré, Rachel explores Cin’s journey from the South Bronx to success on Wall Street. Frequently the only Black woman in a room full of White men, Cin shares what sh...

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Get the recognition you deserve at year-end from 2022-10-11T06:21:13

When it comes to year-end performance reviews, we all want to be recognized and celebrated for our achievements. But we don’t want to have to brag about ourselves. How can you capture the attent...

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Wisdom for job seekers with Job Coach Amy from 2022-09-27T01:39:26

In this conversation with Job Coach Amy, learn strategies for identifying your dream job, leveraging your network, and taking actionable steps to land that job.

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How to create more trust in the new world of work from 2022-09-20T07:55:01

With “work” no longer being confined to a time or place, it’s getting harder to “track” who is working where, when and how hard. We need to find new ways to establish and maintain trust in whate...

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What to do about quiet quitting—if it’s even real from 2022-09-13T03:38:48

The debate over “quiet quitting” in the workplace is raging. Is it real or made up? Good or bad? New or old? With so many questions swirling around, Modern Mentor takes a step back to see the bi...

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The Future of Work with Naomi Titleman Colla from 2022-08-30T02:13:55

In this conversation with future-of-work enthusiast Naomi Titleman Colla, Rachel explores how the past few years have forever change...

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How to be a great (new!) leader from 2022-08-23T07:54:04

Stepping—or preparing to step—into a new leadership role can be intimidating! We want to win—big and fast. But there are right ways and there are wrong ways to do this. Let's focus on the right ...

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How to focus when the world feels on fire from 2022-08-16T06:35:53

With scary headlines hitting us from all directions, it can be really challenging to stay focused on and productive at work. But there are strategies we can use in these moments to help us stay ...

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Why vulnerability is a misunderstood superpower from 2022-07-26T03:53:28

No matter how much you may want to, you can't be amazing at everything. Enter the most misunderstood workplace superpower around—vulnerability. Here's how to use it to propel yourself to persona...

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How to have a hard conversation from 2022-07-19T03:38:29

When you know you need to have a hard conversation with someone—but your stomach is tense and your hands are sweating and you want to put it off for as long as you can… how do you find the coura...

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How to overcome common workplace fears from 2022-07-12T05:11:27

Sometimes fear holds us back from doing the right thing—making the right call. And it’s time to look that fear in the eye, call it out, and step over it—just do the right thing. Here are some of...

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How to explain a gap in your résumé from 2022-06-28T05:37:20

Worried that a gap in employment will hold you back in your job search? No way! Here's how to turn that résumé gap into a compelling part of your story that makes you uniquely qualified.

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How to be more connected at work from 2022-06-21T08:35:25

Feeling connection at work really matters. It grounds you, it makes you feel part of an ecosystem, it provides space for collaboration and informal learning. Connection has been tough lately. Te...

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How to be better at failure from 2022-06-14T07:56:57

Failure is often conflated with carelessness, and we are (rightfully!) afraid of seeming careless. But failure—true failure—is something we achieve with intention. By understanding what failure ...

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Driving Inclusion and Belonging at Work: a Conversation with Bain’s Chief Diversity Officer from 2022-05-31T05:13:50

There’s a lot of buzz these days around the concepts of Inclusion and Belonging. We know they are important drivers of employee engagement and retention. We all want to experience inclusion and ...

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Not feeling valued at work? from 2022-05-24T01:44:51

You're giving work your all, but you're just not feeling appreciated. Modern Mentor has 5 ways to find the love.

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Do I do it fast or right? from 2022-05-17T02:44:16

We get a lot of mixed messaging when it comes to managing the tension between speed and efficiency. We need to be sure—to have the data, to have done the research and the analysis before decidin...

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Help! My company's hybrid policy isn't working for me from 2022-05-10T04:41:39

Has your company taken an “everyone in the office on Wednesday” approach to managing a hybrid workforce? Rachel Cooke, your Modern Mentor, explains what you can do if your office’s hybrid policy...

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Harness the Power of Your Anxiety with Dr. Chloe Carmichael from 2022-04-19T17:15

If you've ever felt like your anxiety has been holding you back, then this interview with Dr. Chloe Carmichael is a must-listen for you. In her new book Ner...

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5 Red Flags to Watch For During a Job Interview from 2022-04-18T10:30

As the Great Resignation continues, talent has all the leverage these days. If you're hunting for a new job, you're evaluating the company as much as they're evaluating you. Today, Modern Mentor...

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How to Catch Up When You've Fallen Behind from 2022-04-11T11:30:15

Happens to the best of us—we bite of more than we can chew, and suddenly we're drowning in work. Today, Modern Mentor shares an action plan you can follow when it's time to declare to-do list ba...

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The Surprising Upside of Procrastination from 2022-03-28T06:15

We all groan about procrastination as though it's a problem we have to fix. But what if procrastinating offers some magical secret advantages?

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How to See, Solve, Scale with Danny Warshay from 2022-03-21T05:30:45

If you’ve ever thought that you just weren't born with the creative spirit or entrepreneurial mindset, then today's interview with Danny Warsha...

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How to Prioritize When Everything Is a Priority from 2022-03-14T12:30

When it feels like everything is an emergency, how can you manage your work without taking on the weight of the world? Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategies for keeping your priorities in...

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Missing Insights from the Virtual Water Cooler from 2022-02-28T11:15:15

How do you get informal insights about your work when you don't have a water cooler to chat around? Modern Mentor shares some of her favorite recent insights on what employees need from their wo...

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How to Achieve Executive Presence in 2022 from 2022-02-21T16:15:45

Executive presence is one's ability to inspire trust, credibility, and poise. But what does that actually mean and how do you achieve it? Modern Mentor shares her favorite framework and some sim...

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How to Get More (and Better) Feedback at Work from 2022-02-14T07:00

Why can it be difficult to get feedback from our managers and peers? Today, Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategies for unlocking more feedback and receiving it with grace.

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How to Deal With a Burned Out Boss from 2022-01-31T06:45

You know the importance of managing your energy and priorities to stave off burnout. But what happens when your boss is the one who's struggling, and you're left feeling the pain of it? Modern M...

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Unleash Your Creativity with Todd Henry from 2022-01-24T07:15:45

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking that creativity is something mystical—reserved exclusively for artists and inventors, then Modern Mentor's conversation with Todd Henry, host of the Listen

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Languishing? Here’s How to Turn it Around from 2022-01-17T08:00

You may not be at the point of burnout... but might you be languishing? Many are experiencing a feeling of "meh" right now. And today Modern Mentor shares the three keys to overcoming the langui...

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How to Run an Effective Hybrid Meeting from 2022-01-10T18:15:45

We've done in-person meetings. We've done virtual meetings. And now we're in the messy middle, trying to figure out how to run a great hybrid meeting. Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategie...

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How to Set and Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions from 2021-12-27T11:00:15

To celebrate the new year, Modern Mentor host Rachel Cooke moderates a special panel of Quick and Dirty Tips experts to discuss New Year's Resolutions and how to achieve your 2022 goals.

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Breaking into Your Genius Zone with Gay Hendricks from 2021-12-20T17:45:15

How do you unlock your best creative potential? Bestselling author Gay Hendricks joins Modern Mentor for a discussion of his new book The Genius Zone: The B...

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The Antidote to Workplace Hustle Culture from 2021-12-13T06:30:30

If your workplace insists that everything is a priority, vacation days are for the weak, and a moment not grinding out work is a moment wasted, then you're likely living in hustle culture. Moder...

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Being a Giver Is the Secret to Getting Ahead from 2021-11-29T10:45:15

Givers have got an edge! Research shows that some of the most successful people are also generous with their time, wisdom, and insight. Here's why being a giver at work gives you a competitive a...

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It's Time to Question Your Workplace Defaults from 2021-11-15T11:30

Are your work defaults helping you stay organized, on track, and productive? Or are they bad habits that sap your energy and creativity? Today, Modern Mentor shares some bad habits to watch out ...

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How to Combat Toxic Productivity from 2021-10-25T10:45:15

While productivity is a virtue so many of us chase, is it possible you've fallen into the trap of toxic productivity? Modern Mentor shares her own experience with toxic productivity as well as t...

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What the [BLEEP] is agility at work? from 2021-10-18T17:45:15

Hiring leaders are hungry for talent that can demonstrate agility. But what is agility, and how do you demonstrate your chops? Modern Mentor breaks it down for you in 4 simple steps.

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How To Tell Your Boss You’re Unhappy at Work from 2021-10-12T11:45

Feeling unhappy, bored, or under-valued at work? It may be time to talk to your boss about it. Don't be afraid! Modern Mentor shares her top strategies for a successful—and totally not awkward—c...

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A Guide to Solopreneurship: A Conversation with Money Girl Laura Adams from 2021-09-27T07:15:30

If you've ever considered making the leap into solopreneurship or side hustling but you're intimidated by all that you don't know...then QDT's own Listen

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How to Make the Peer-to-Boss Transition from 2021-09-20T10:45:45

Getting promoted is a thing to celebrate! But when you get promoted to boss on your own team... the transition can be hard to make. Modern Mentor answers a listener question about how to gracefu...

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Let's Bring Fun Back to the Workplace! from 2021-09-13T11:15:15

Stuck in an "all work no play" kind of moment? Modern Mentor shares her favorite tips for bringing fun back into the workplace!

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How to Detect Bullshit with John Petrocelli from 2021-08-30T07:00:30

Bullshit can be found all around us. But how do you know when it's actually harmful and dangerous? John Petrocelli, social psychologist and author of the new book The Life-Changing Science of De...

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5 Ways to Navigate Generational Conflict at Work from 2021-08-22T07:00:45

Generational conflict in the workplace is distracting and it limits what we're able to achieve collectively. Modern Mentor shares her action plan for pushing through this conflict and harnessing...

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Productive, Happy, Focused—How Small Habits Bring Big Success from 2021-08-16T13:15:45

Can small habit changes really lead to a more productive, focused, and happy life? They can! Author and podcaster Jeff Sanders's shares his secrets to forming habits that lead to success.

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How to Customize Your Career with Scott Anthony Barlow from 2021-07-26T06:45:15

If your career isn't delivering the levels of fulfillment you dream of, then it's time for a change. Modern Mentor sits down with Scott Anthony Barlow, host of the Happen to Your Career podcast,...

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How to Craft a Job You Love from 2021-07-20T08:30

Wish your job had a little more spice to it? Modern Mentor teaches you how to craft the job you love - without having to update your resume! Just follow these 5 steps.

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4 Tips to Stand Out at Work from 2021-07-12T07:00:15

As you strive to smake a splash at work, you may focus on innovation, agility, and other sexy buzzwords. But don't overlook the power of the basics. Being someone who will always get the job don...

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How to Make Your Life Effortless from 2021-06-29T11:30

Greg McKeown, bestselling author of Essentialism and Effortless, joins the Modern Mentor podcast to share his wisdom on making things simpler, smaller, and generally more effec...

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6 Ways My Daily Walk Drives My Success from 2021-06-21T07:00

A daily walk is a non-negotiable part of the Modern Mentor's workday. Learn how she uses that time to deliver outcomes that keep her in the zone of success.

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How Companies Can Celebrate Pride Month from 2021-06-14T14:30:45

June is Pride Month in the United States, a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Many companies are showing symbolic support, but could they be delivering greater impact? Michelle Margulis - Mac...

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How to Manage Distractions and Become More Productive from 2021-05-24T06:15

The secret to becoming your most productive self doesn't lie in an app or a tool – it's already within you. Bestselling author Nir Eyal joins the Modern Mentor to explain how we can all become <...

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How to Show More Grit at Work from 2021-05-17T06:45:45

Do you struggle to keep going when something feels hard? Modern Mentor shares the secrets to developing grit (and how it can help you succeed at work).

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Bonus: Understanding Digital Body Language from 2021-05-13T10:45:15

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How to Design a Life You Love from 2021-05-10T07:15:15

Are you feeling stuck in a rut? Are more activities sapping your energy than fulfilling your goals? Modern Mentor outlines the 5 proven steps toward designing a life you love.

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The Power of the Huddle with Brooke Baldwin from 2021-04-26T17:30:15

Brooke Baldwin, former CNN anchor and bestselling author of the new book, Huddle – How Women Unlock Their Collective Power, shares stories and lessons she learned from amazing women who...

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Bonus: WorkLife with Adam Grant from 2021-04-15T09:00:15

Today I'm sharing an episode of another podcast I love: WorkLife with Adam Grant, from the TED Audio Collective. Everyone’s career will hit some turbulence at some point. The past year has left ...

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It's Time for a Spring Cleaning of Your Mind from 2021-04-12T14:00:45

After a long, hard year, your mental closet's looking pretty cluttered. Give your professional life a much-needed reset with this four-step spring cleaning to clear your mind of unnecessary stuf...

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Kim Scott On Creating a Just Workplace from 2021-03-23T14:30:15

We all want a just, inclusive work environment where everyone feels heard and valued ... but where do we start? Kim Scott, the bestselling author of Radical Candor, shares the lessons t...

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How To Self-Promote at Work Without Feeling Icky from 2021-03-22T10:00:30

Self-promotion can feel awkward and sleazy, but it doesn't have to! Here are five ways to toot your own horn without raising your colleagues' eyebrows.

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Frustrated with Your Professional Life? Do a Self-Check from 2021-03-15T06:15

If you find yourself banging your head against a wall because the same frustrations repeat on an endless loop in your professional life, it could be time to check in with yourself and see what p...

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637 - Getting Unstuck When Your Career Is Stalled from 2021-02-22T07:45

What do you do when you realize it's been a hot minute since you've had a big win in your professional life? One (or more) of these five scenarios could be the culprit. Here's how to diagnose wh...

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636 - How to Be Your Own Coach from 2021-02-15T07:45

You've got big dreams! Now, if only you knew how to achieve them. This 5-step plan for coaching yourself will get you from dream to reality.

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431 GID How Technology Can Tank Your Success in Class: Part I from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Today’s college students are used to using their computers in class, but you don’t realize just how much your tech is distracting them. College is far too expensive to spend it on social media inst...

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174 GID Stever's tools for personal productivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Every tool I use for my own personal productivity.

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430 GID Manage Your Priority Emails with This Simple Tagging Tip from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn how to use tags in the body of your email to keep your high priority email visible, while you just might ignore the rest. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2g0yChT

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173 GID How to Give Stuff to People who Need It from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to decide where to give stuff and creating a system to make it easy to do the giving.

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322 GID Beware of Being Too Productive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you're too productive, you just may find yourself fired...for being too lazy! With Get-It-Done Guy's expert tips, that won't happen to you. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1x26X1b

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172 GID How to Choose the Best App from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Are you choosing the best apps or just wasting time? http://j.mp/GetItDoneBook

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429 GID How to Simplify Your Life with Custom URLs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use website redirection to easily remember how to get to your personal control panels, shared folders, etc. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2egu7lk

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171 GID How to Combine Online and Offline Systems from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn how to create one master system to better organize your life. Find out how to combine the information you collect in your smartphone, and on scrap paper into a master system. http://j.mp/GetI...

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428 GID How to Eliminate Your Own Unconscious Political Bias from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to cast an unbiased, well-thought-out vote is difficult. Politics brings out the worst in all of us. Unfortunately, the worst is often unconscious. In this episode, Stever Robbins shares one wa...

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170 GID How to Deal with Difficult People at Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to deal with difficult people at work, such as a co-worker who puts you down and won't let you speak is tricky. You need to assert your own worth and your own needs, while not denigrating and a...

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427 GID How to Get Powerful People on Your side from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When approaching a powerful person to get them involved in a project, make sure there’s something in it for them. But what could that be? In this episode, Stever Robbins helps you find ways they ca...

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169 GID How to Organize Yourself for a Job Hunt from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to organize a job hunt requires a system to manage both your reference material and the process itself. This article will show you how to set up files to track both your opportunities and your ...

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426 GID When Should You Shut Down Your Business? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When a business just isn’t working, it may be time to call it quits and do something else. But how do you know? In this episode, Stever tackles the question of deciding when it’s time to shut down ...

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168 GID How to See the Big Picture from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to see the big picture is not as easy as you'd think. You need to take steps to move out of the details, then have a way to reorient to the big picture. http://j.mp/GetItDoneBook

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425 GID How Team Office Hours Can Boost Your Productivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

To be as productive as possible, you not only need to optimize your schedule for yourself, you need to coordinate and synchronize with the rest of your team. A neat scheduling trick makes this easy...

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167 GID How to Create Text Macros from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get tips on how to create text macros and learn how to generate sensible abbreviations that will help you remember your macros and use them better and more efficiently.

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156 GID How to Memorize Lines Quickly from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to memorize a speech, monologue, or dialog quickly involves starting from the end, not the beginning. By putting the novel material up front, you reinforce confidence and easy when easing into ...

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166 GID How to moderate a panel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Want to know how to successfully moderate a panel? Get 11 tips that will help you become a good moderator and will have the audience and panelists alike happy.

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424 GID 4 Life and Business Lessons from Burning Man from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What a temporary city in the desert can teach you about daily life. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2cUFSNd

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165 GID Organize Your Credit and Gift Cards from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A very 21st-century form of clutter is plastic cards. Gift cards, credit cards, membership cards, and so on. Use plastic trading card folders to organize these cards, and group them according to yo...

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423 GID How to Use Madlibs to Streamline Micromanagement from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When checking in on minute steps in your employees' work, its easy for them to miss a task. Unless you help them out with this simple checkin. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2c8ujBQ

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164 GID The Five Best Websites for Achieving your New Years Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The most popular New Years resolutions are losing weight, finding a job, cleaning up the clutter, and organizing all ongoing projects. There are free and low-cost web sites that help with all these...

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330 GID How to Become a Manager from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you move from individual contributor to manager, your job has just changed completely. You need an entirely new framework to know what's important and what isn't on a daily basis. Read the ful...

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163 GID How to Form a New Habit from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn how to form a new habit and get tips on how mental rehearsal and identifying triggers can help you form a new habit that becomes a true habit in no time at all.

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422 GID The Simple Trick to Say "No" to Help-Seekers? Create Hurdles from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Helping everyone who asks is a quick way to overload, especially when many people ask just because they’re lazy. By making it just a bit harder to ask for our help, we can focus on the people who a...

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162 GID How to Set The Right Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Keeping New Year's Resolutions requires setting outcome goals that motivate and let you measure your progress. You also need to set process goals. that let you know daily whether you're doing the "...

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421 GID How to Tame Your Email Inbox with a Pencil and Paper from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tame your inbox using a paper and pencil. Process your email in a way that fits with your current priorities; don’t let your actions be dictated by the overwhelming email senders! Read the full tra...

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161 GID How to Plan a Successful Group Trip from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Going on a group trip with a lot of people can be hard. Get tips on how to plan a successful group trip and learn how making sure you meet everyone's goals can make for a smooth trip.

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420 GID How to Use the 80/20 Principle to Perfect Your Writing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Turbo-charge your writing by using the 80/20 editing process used in professional newsrooms. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2bizJvL

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160 GID Solving Group Problems from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Working with a group is hard and problems inevitably arise. Get tips on how to easily solve group problems so you can be more productive and happier.

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419 GID How to Use a Learning To-Do List from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Constantly dropping the ball is no way to keep a job. When people give you instructions, take notes that help you learn. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2aPayjM

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159 GID Event Planning for Complicated Events from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Event planning and scheduling people in a complicated event can be made simple by using a simple spreadsheet to organize it.

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418 GID How a Decision Menu Can Help You Meet Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When we get assigned tasks, sometimes we get them wrong. With more of the right information up front, you can get it right more. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2bvugAS

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158 GID What Should You Never Say in an Email? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to write good emails is not an art; it's a science. Work selection, internal voice tone, and only including certain kinds of content will all help you write email that communicates clearly with...

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417 GID The One Phrase That Makes It Easier to Share Bad News from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It’s hard to know when you should check in to make sure relationships are working. Use this magic phrase as a template. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2aWwyL0

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157 GID How to Use the Phone Better from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Telephones are everywhere, yet the quality hasn't been poorer for decades. When you have to call someone, use land lines when clarity and connection quality is most important. If you must use a cel...

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416 GID Make Business And Relationships Stronger With One Magic Phrase from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Relationships need maintenance, but sometimes it’s hard to say what we need to repair a friendship - especially when mixing business and friendships. Get-it-Done Guy reveals a magic phrase, and use...

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155 GID Getting People to Care About Deadlines from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Better motivate people to meet their deadlines using carrots, sticks, and also explicit behavioral reviews.

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415 GID 3 Secret Ways Markdown Improves Productivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Using Markdown is the way to go when trying to compose. Now take your Markdown use to the next level. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29IJ9yH

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154 GID How to Choose a Computer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to buy a computer and choose from the different options.

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413 GID Why 'No' May Be the Answer You Want to Hear from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We all like to hear a resounding “yes” in response to our questions. But sometimes, a “no” can get us what we really want... Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/28SMwTr

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153 GID Keeping Track of Ideas from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Keep track of ideas using an idea file, or several idea files, one for each project.

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412 GID The Latest Tips for Streamlining Your Email from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Email is more than just your inbox. With a little care in how you send email, you can setyourself up for easier access to conversations and important coordination. Read the full transcript here: ht...

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151 GID Beat Distractions to Cultivate Focus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stop being interrupted by scheduling your interruptions to cultivate focus.

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411 GID How to Choose a Communication Platform and Protocol from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With more communication platforms than we can possibly handle, it’s important to choose the right one to make sure our message gets through. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/28QZRx2

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150 GID Why You Should Divorce Your Computer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn to divorce your computer to limit your computer time to what's useful. Use your computer as a tool, and put it away when you're done with a task.

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410 GID 3 Thoughtful Questions to Help You Set Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The goals we set aren’t always the ones we actually want to achieve. Here’s how to make sure you’re on the right track. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1sUmR2D

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149 GID Stop Procrastinating by Speed Dating from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you need to stop procrastinating, speed-date your tasks. Do a timed amount of work on each task and you'll be able to stop procrastinating and get your work done faster.

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409 GID What's Better Than Being the Best? Being Different from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

There are other people who do what you do in the world. Weird right? There’s a way to distinguish yourself, though, and it’s not necessarily by being the best. Read the full transcript here: http:/...

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148 GID Accomplish Your Real Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn how to accomplish your real goals and the goals that matter most with expert advice from the first chapter of Get-it-Done Guy's 9 Steps to Work Less and Do More.

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408 GID How to Not Mess Up Referrals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you’re being introduced to a potential source of new work, it’s important to preserve the relationships involved in the process. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1s3qVxf

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145 GID How to Make Hard Decisions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn how to make hard decisions and get a very simple, yet powerful tip on how you can easily make those complex decisions than can stress you out.

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407 GID How to Come to Terms with Constructive Feedback from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Constructive criticism helps us get better at work and life. But sometimes it’s hard to hear what we’re doing wrong, and we need a better way to react. Here are some tips on how to stay levelheaded...

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144 GID How to Create a Better To-Do List from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Create a better to-do list by doing it the day before. That gives you the objectivity you need to create a better to-do list, rather than one driven by distraction and interruptions.

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406 GID How to Organize Contacts to Maximize Productivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use your desktop address book to store your contacts now and forever. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/27ccV4y

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143 GID How to Tame Your To-Do List from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Task manager systems must handle everything in your life, yet be easy to use and update. Manage your to-do list using a combination of concepts from Getting Things Done and Autofocus 4.

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405 GID How to Use Your Smartphone to Organize Receipts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Most of us have figured out some elaborate system involving folders and paper clips (or maybe a trough and shovel) to organize receipts. But now with these new-fangled inventions, you can make the ...

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142 GID How to Decide Which Projects to Drop from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Task management rarely tells us how to drop tasks from our to-do list. Understand which larger goal your tasks relate to, and drop tasks when their corresponding goal is outdated, when too many tas...

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403 GID How to Ask for Feedback in Relationships from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Build strong relationships by explicitly working on maintaining and strengthening your bonds. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1T59Xah

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141 GID Overcoming Obstacles by Turning Problems into Opportunities from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Overcoming obstacles is easy when you realize that every problem can be turned into an opportunity. Do it explicitly, by identifying your major problems and figuring out how you can use that very p...

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402 GID How to Hit Every Deadline Every Time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We define urgency as which deadline comes first. But how do you make sure longer projects get done when they need to when they have the same deadline as shorter ones? Read the full transcript here:...

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140 GID Keeping Track of Passwords from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Find out how to remember your passwords and get tips for the best ways to keep track of your passwords when you have too many passwords to remember easily.

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401 GID How to Turbocharge Your Productivity: An Interview with Bestselling Author Charles Duhigg from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The most productive people use stories in their minds to set expectations for their day. Use Charles Duhigg’s tips on mental models and on combining old ideas for new innovation for more productive...

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139 GID Keeping in Touch With Friends Over the Years from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Keeping in touch with friends requires having a system for keeping their contact information (preferably not one that's at the mercy of a 3rd party!) Then you need to establish regular contact usin...

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400 GID 30+ Apps to Help You Work Less and Do More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

For my 400th episode, let’s take a tour of the apps I use to run my life and my business. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1RCmbU8

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137 GID Being Productive on Planes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Plane flights are the ideal time to work on the kind of focus work you can't get done in an office. If you can't use a flight for focus time, use it to catch up on administrative work. Don&...

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399 GID How to Write Better by Editing Your Own Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Here are three great ways to edit your own writing—quickly and successfully. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1psXVOt

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136 GID How to Learn a Language Quickly from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adult language learning can happen more rapidly than infant or childhood language learning. Use exposure to the language and graduated recall to activate your brain's natural language-learning mec...

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398 GID Want to Expand Your Network? Look to Provide Value from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Reaching out to expand your network takes a bit of research, but will pay off handsomely in creating powerful relationships. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1QWnGzw

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135 GID Re-motivate yourself by boosting your Mojo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you need to regain motivation in your job, you can look at the Mojo different job activities bring you. Using the Mojo measuring tool created by by Marshall Goldsmith, you can rate your happin...

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267 GID Do Your Research Before Negotiation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Many of us negotiate as parts of our jobs. Here's how to prep to improve your chances for success. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1M6qNFZ

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134 GID File Naming for Easy Finding from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Often, we name files based on what we're thinking when we need to create one. By naming your files carefully, you can sort them alphabetically and they'll stay neatly in a sensible order, even if y...

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397 GID Build, Deepen, and Maintain Your Network for Success from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Your success in any organization depends on other people. By creating a networking plan and monitoring your progress, you’ll greatly increase your ability to build a network that will help you succ...

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133 GID How to Be Assertive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When a boss tells you to be more assertive, they need to tell you more. Knowing exactly where you need to boost your assertiveness will help you figure out the next steps to take. Making decisions,...

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396 GID How to Apologize for Lost Time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In today’s world of hyper-convenience, an inconvenient apology carries a lot of weight. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1SRMs6U

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132 GID Managing Your Task List in Email from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Some people manage their task list via email. They collect relevant email into a Task List folder, and then refer to that folder to know what they need to do. This episode gives several suggestions...

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395 GID How to Make Time to Work Out from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You can get great effects from a workout without devoting your whole life to it. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1UliAPZ

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131 GID How to Live with Roommates from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What to do to make sure living in close proximity goes well. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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394 GID How to Value Your Time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you have a lot on your plate, valuing your time gives you a way to decide how to best use it. There are many ways to decide the value of your time, however. Read the full transcript here: http...

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130 GID How to Write More Efficient Emails from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Planning via email often takes much longer than necessary because people go back and forth one concept at a time. By thinking through all the information that will be needed to move the project for...

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393 GID Know Your Workplace Currency to Get Ahead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You may think that doing a good job is a good way to get ahead. Indeed, there was once a company where this worked. It was good. In most companies, however, you need to be aware of multiple currenc...

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129 GID How to Use Your Computer in Presentations from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you use technology tools in presentations, they almost always screw up. It's not intentional, but it always happens. You can reduce the changes of a screwup and learn how to give a flawless pr...

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392 GID Keep Profiles of Important People from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Profiles help you keep track of what makes your colleagues and co-workers happy and productive! Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/23s47pi

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128 GID Founding a Project or a Company from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you propose an innovation within your company, start your own company as an entrepreneur, or decide to pursue an idea on your own, you must gather people around you to help build a movement. T...

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391 GID Use Removable File Folder Labels to Save Time and Money from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

File folders are convenient to use, but to use them fully, you need to be able to deploy them quickly and call them back to base just as quickly. Removable labels make that possible. Read the full ...

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127 GID Build Your Reputation by Connecting to Who You Are from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It's not enough just to be good at what you do. Who you are and how you show up is as important as (or more important than!) what you can do. Build your personal brand at work by building on your k...

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390 GID 3 Numbers You Should Know Before Negotiating from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to prepare for a negotiation includes knowing critical numbers: your reserve price, your dream price, and your goal. Read the full transcript here: bit.ly/1RjuNVg

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126 GID How to Scope Your Workload from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A huge source of work backlog is that we take on far more than we can handle, because we have overly-optimistic ideas of what we can get done in a single day. We scope a project and scope our day w...

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388 GID How to Achieve Perfection in Product and Process from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you’re striving for perfection, how you reach it may be key to success. Read the full transcript here: bit.ly/1OPrcaF

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125 GID Organize Receipts for Online and Offline Purchases from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

There are many reasons to keep and file receipts for purchases. This episode will help you figure out how to file and track your online and offline purchases, warranties, and manuals. Questions go ...

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387 GID Fix Computer Problems with This Fast, Simple Trick from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Don’t be a victim of your computer’s whimsical crashes. Using a maintenance log can keep you from repeating the same mistakes over and over. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1T2sXFA

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124 GID Get Rid of Clutter Fast from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Clean your office or your home by making multiple passes with a laundry basket or box you can use as a moving, temporary holding area while cleaning. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com...

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386 GID How to Overcome Delegation Hesitation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to delegate is easy, when you know they can handle the responsibility. But if you’re not sure, trial delegation framed as learning is the way to go. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly...

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123 GID Managing multiple phones and PDAs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn how to configure work and home smartphones. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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209 GID How to Overcome Procrastination from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Give yourself procrastination help by changing your approach to tasks. Use baby chunks.

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122 GID CC or not CC: That is the Question from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When Should You Use CC and BCC? Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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385 GID How to Hack Your Mind with Sir John Hargrave from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Fear, anger, sadness, frustration… you can learn to become the “superuser” of your own mind, and reprogram it to do anything you want. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1NU2HwV

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121 GID Recording Your Work Accomplishments from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to Easily Record Your Work Accomplishments. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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384 GID How to Create a Self-Maintaining Filing System from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Let your files determine when and what you do with them, so when it’s time to simplify, you have everything you need to do it quickly and completely. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1X...

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120 GID Following Up After a Conference from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to follow up when you return from a conference with 20 business cards. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iT...

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383 GID How to Gain Independence from Your Boss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

As you master your job at work, you can (and probably should) be more independent from your boss, so you can get stuff done more quickly and efficiently. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.l...

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119 GID How to Stop Forgetting to Remember from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to stop forgetting and misplacing things. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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382 GID How to Be on Time for Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Some people are hyper-schedulers, others aren't. If you're someone who is chronically late, learning certain cognitive tips can help. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1NvpzTs

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118 GID How to Prepare for Meetings Where Decisions Will be Made from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use strategic skimming for quick and easy prep for decision-making meetings. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at ...

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621 - How to Use The Five Apology Languages from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A disingenuous apology is worse than none at all. When you make a mistake, the five apology languages can help you step up and own it with grace. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and ...

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381 GID How to Create a Personal Reference System from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We have access to more information than ever before. But if you store it using the right tools, you'll find you can recall on demand. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1ScgjDJ

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117 GID Taking Notes in Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Taking notes shows you're attentive, helps you learn, and provides a reference after the meeting. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by...

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620 - Can Your Craft Become Your Livelihood? A Conversation with Grant Ginder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Many of us believe (or we've been told by well-meaning others) that our creative passions aren't the stuff careers are made of. Novelist Grant Ginder says that's wrong. The road to turn...

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379 GID How to Make Better Purchase Decisions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It's not enough to consider pros and cons when making a decision. You also need to consider pros and cons over time. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1LQSQJc

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116 GID How to Organize Business Cards from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Organizing your business cards. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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619 - Creative Talents Languishing at Your Job? Be an Intrapreneur from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you love to create and innovate, and you also love the comfort and security of working for a company, then it's time to consider Intrapreneurship, the perfect blend of both worlds! Read the...

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378 GID How to Signal Your Intent Through Actions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Sometimes we want people to understand us, but we can't just say what we mean. Instead, we signal our intentions through our actions. Signaling is something best done with care. Read the full trans...

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115 GID Finding Life Purpose from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to find your life purpose. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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618 - How to Get Referrals and Fuel Your Success from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Whether you're looking to grow clients or get promoted at work, a referral can be your most powerful path to success. But how do you get people motivated to refer you? Here's your simple ro...

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377 GID A Simple Tracking Form to Better Estimate Your Time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You can't manage your time if you don't know how long things will take. A simple tracking form will help you estimate better than a pro. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1jMTWJl

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114 GID How To Catalog Stuff from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to keep track of your books, CDs, and other possessions. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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617 - How to End 2020 with a Bang, Not a Whimper from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

2020 hasn't been the year you planned for. But with one quarter of the year remaining, this is the perfect time to reflect on and learn from what's transpired so far, and to create a plan f...

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376 GID 7 Ways to Give Presentations That Steal the Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Michael Port, author of the new book Steal the Show, shares essential advice for giving great presentations. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1jfoxyY

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113 GID Sticking to a Diet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to stick to a commitment to lose weight. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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616 - A Fresh Approach to Managing Burnout from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Burnout is more than just a feeling—untamed, it can pose a real medical risk. Dr. Greg Hammer, an intensive care physician, Stanford University professor, and author of the book GAIN Without ...

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375 GID The Best To-Do List Is Actually Your Calendar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Follow this secret advice to better manage your schedule and time. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1UTj01Y

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112 GID Organizing Tips for Students and Home Hobbyists from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to organize stuff that accumulates during school. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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615 - 5 Steps to Kick Imposter Syndrome to the Curb from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

I'm not good enough. I'm not ready for this. I've got everyone fooled into thinking I'm competent. That nasty inner critic some of us have? It's imposter syndrome. Here's ho...

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374 GID Clean, Organize, and Declutter with Marie Kondo's Magic: Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Marie Kondo's book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has changed my life. Here's the second episode about her awesome method and why I think it worked. Read the full transcript here: http://bit...

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111 GID Making Good Decisions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tuning in to your intuition can help you make good decisions. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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614 - How to Defend Yourself Without Being Defensive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Being wrongly accused of something at work feels awful. Your instinct is to defend yourself, but you don't want to be perceived as defensive. Follow this road map for mounting a mature, profess...

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373 GID Clean, Organize, and Declutter with Marie Kondo's Magic: Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Marie Kondo's book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has changed my life. Here's what happened when I used her method, and why I think it worked. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1N...

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110 GID Choosing How You'll Communicate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to decide when to use email, phone, or face-to-face communication. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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613 - How to Have a Conversation with Your Critical Boss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

An overly critical boss can turn your dream job into your worst nightmare. But whatever your career path, you deserve to feel safe, respected, and valued at work. Learn what you can do to turn a ba...

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277 GID Choose Your Battles Wisely from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

"Choose your battles wisely” is age-old advice. But which battles are “wise”? Here’s how to tell when you should charge ahead and when you should retreat. Read the full transcript here: http://bit....

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109 GID Facing Your Fear from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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612 - Don’t Label Me: A Conversation on Diversity, Humanity, and the Workplace from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Conversations about diversity are essential, but engaging in them can be confusing and intimidating. Irshad Manji, the author of "Don't Label Me," shares tips for participating in a m...

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371 GID How to Make Absolute Decisions Using Rules from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Too many of us spend our time trying to make good decisions. Sure, that's important. But you can do even better by making some of those decisions into rules. Read the full transcript here: http://b...

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108 GID What Matters when Starting a Job from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

First impressions matter! Here are some things to watch out for when negotiating or starting a job. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out ...

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611 - How to Check Out Other Careers without Losing the One You've Got from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You're bored. Uninspired. Stuck. You can't walk away from your job, but you need a change. Give these low-risk alternatives a try and explore a new career. Read the transcript. Check out ...

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370 GID A Fail-Proof Way to Get Coworkers to Keep Their Promises from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It's easy for colleagues to promise they'll deliver at work. But making sure they really follow through? That's another matter entirely. Here's a fail-proof way to make sure they keep their promise...

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107 GID Ask for What You Want from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Sometimes the most direct way to get what you want is to ask for it. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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610 - How Can You (and Your Workplace) Embrace Intentional Integrity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Everyone talks about having integrity, both individually and at the company level. But what does it mean to act with integrity? How can we be more intentional about it? Read the transcript. Check...

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369 GID How to find a romantic partner from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

They say that like attracts like ... and that opposites attract. But like what? And opposite whats? Knowing how your brain works gives you the insight you need to find a compatible partner of the a...

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106 GID Verify Your Experts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When learning from experts, make sure their lessons apply to you. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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609 - How to Give a Remote Presentation with Confidence from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If public speaking makes you nervous, the uncertainty of presenting remotely can be a real recipe for cold sweats. Use these strategies to prepare and present with confidence. Read the transcript....

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368 GID How to File Things in Two Places at Once from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Folders are a time-honored way to store information. But you can think outside the folder for more flexible ways of filing both offline, online, and in your email program. Read the full transcript ...

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105 GID Get Contracts in Writing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use simple contracts in business. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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608 - How to Manage Meeting Overload with Style from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Meetings are part of doing business, but if you're not careful, they can take over your professional life. These meeting strategies will keep you from getting overwhelmed. Read the transcript....

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276 GIDG How to Make Decisions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Good decisions consider consequences over a timeframe that works for that particular decision. Learn to use the right time frame for the right decision. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly...

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104 GID Preparing For a Presentation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to give powerful presentations. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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607 - How to Build a Secret Circle of Mentors from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A mentor can be a huge advantage on your journey to career success but finding and maintaining mentor relationships can mean a lot of work and pressure. Building a secret circle of mentors is an am...

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279 GID How to Deal with Flaky People from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When someone is consistently flaky, you need a way to plan for that. Or, when planning isn’t possible, set up accountability that even they will buy into. Get-It-Done Guy explains. Read the full tr...

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103 GID Annoying Nay-bores from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to deal with co-workers who insist on doing stuff that doesn't work. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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606 - How to Pull Out of a Work Slump from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Experiencing highs and lows at work is totally normal. But a low that's too low and long-lasting may just be a slump. You don't want to ignore a slump—you want to climb out. Here'...

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367 GID Give Thank You Gifts in the Right Love Language from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

People give and receive recognition differently. Knowing the five love languages and how to use them can be the secret to good romantic and work relationships. Read the full transcript here: http:/...

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102 GID Co-workers Who Take Credit For Your Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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605 - Fire Up Your Personal Brand: An Interview with Dorie Clark from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You can work hard and still not be successful. The key to catapulting forward in your career is standing out and harnessing your unique expertise. Personal branding expert Dorie Clark offers inspir...

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366 GID How to Have Difficult Conversations from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Some conversations are just tough to have, especially when emotion is in play. These difficult conversations become easier once you realize that there are really three different conversations happe...

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101 GID Grocer? Just Met 'er from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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604 - You Need a Career Development Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You can't navigate your way to career success without first plotting a course. This career development plan strategy will help you figure out where you want to go and exactly how to get there. ...

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365 GID Customer Retention for Service Providers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Good customer relationship management is the secret to client and customer retention when you're a solo practitioner. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1TrDEDc

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100 GID Tripping Over Your Feet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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603 - Digital Detox—The Key to Unplugging from Work on Vacation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Your Summer 2020 getaway plans may be canceled, but that doesn't mean you don't need a break. A true digital detox benefits your energy, creativity, and productivity. Here's how to unpl...

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364 GID How to Use Triggers for Behavior Modification: An Interview with Marshall Goldsmith from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Becoming the person you want to be requires behavior modification, but there's an easier way: you can modify your behavior by modifying your environment. How? Create triggers so you become a better...

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099 GID School Daze from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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602 - How to Use LinkedIn to Be a Rockstar at Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

LinkedIn can so much more than a virtual Rolodex. Find cutting-edge insights, test ideas, be a brand ambassador, and claim your rockstar status. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and D...

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363 GID Stop People From Being Late to Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Keep people on time through extreme psychological manipulation, and it'll be fine. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1ETOMh8

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098 GID Getting Carded from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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601 - Listen Up! Not Listening Is Holding Your Career Back from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The ability to listen isn't just an admirable trait; it's essential to your career. And according to author Kate Murphy, author of "You're Not Listening," we're all pretty...

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362 GID Asking Several People an Once, Nicely from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Making limited offers and requests to several people at once can be tricky. Here's how to navigate it to first-come, first-served, without upsetting those further back in line. Read the full transc...

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097 GID Twitter? I Just Met 'er from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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600 - How to Answer “Tell Me About a Time You Failed” from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

"Tell me about a time you failed" is no one's favorite interview question. Understanding what the interviewer is really asking, choosing the perfect example, and having a template wil...

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361 GID Capture Your Smart Ideas with an Ideas Log from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We all have great ideas, but it's easy to get distracted and lose them. Create a system that helps you capture and tame your good ideas. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1dnWYRr

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096 GID Slacker? I Just Met 'er from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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599 - Bullet Journaling—My Secret to Productivity, Creativity, and Balance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When I was stressed and overwhelmed, I discovered Bullet Journaling and it changed everything. Here's how I use my Bullet Journal to stay on track and achieve my goals. Read the transcript. C...

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360 GID Use Reputation Management, Even on Social Media from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the 21st century, first impressions come through social media, so reputation management has to begin with how you present yourself in text and through words. Read the full transcript here: http:...

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095 GID HR today, Gone Tomorrow from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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598 - Productive, Happy, Focused—How Small Habits Bring Big Success from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Can small habit changes really lead to a more productive, focused, and happy life? They can! Author and podcaster Jeff Sanders's shares his secrets to forming habits that lead to success. Read...

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359 GID Keep on track with a daily 5-minute check-in with your boss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Each day a simple alignment with your boss and team can help make sure you're all aligned and moving in the same direction. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1Lift4e

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094 GID You're Not the Boss of Me from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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597 - Everything's Changed—Is It Time to Reset Your Goals? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Goal-setting doesn't typically happen in May. But as the world has changed, so have your priorities. Here's how to revisit your goals and decide where to stick, pivot, or renegotiate to kee...

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358 GID How Todoist Can Help Manage Your Meeting Agenda from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you're juggling a project that spans several departments or people, keeping track of what to tell and to whom can be a huge task. But with the right tool, used the right way, it becomes as eas...

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093 GID Procrastination Is Habit Forming from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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596 - You Can Land that Dream Entry-Level Job—Yes, Even Now from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you just got your degree or just entered the job market, the landscape right now looks frightening. Take heart! Your dream job is out there; you just have to know how to chase it down. #ENTRYLEV...

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357 GID What's Better Than an Elevator Pitch? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

An elevator pitch is old-fashioned. Sam Horn shows us how to capture an audience's attention instantly, with several different techniques from her new book, "Got Your Attention?" Read the transcrip...

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092 GID Tag! You're it from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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595 - Manage Burnout at Work with These Simple Strategies from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You're juggling your professional and family life, taking up slack for absent colleagues, and worrying about your job security. It's a lot. But you've got this. Read the transcript. C...

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356 GID Reduce Stress and Restore Work-Life Balance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to deal with stress is a mystery to many of us type-A personalities. Get-It-Done Guy shows you that a little, explicit work life balance and self-care can go a long way. Read the transcript: ht...

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091 GID To Dream The Impossible Dream from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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594 - How to Think Positive to Be More Productive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In times of crisis, negative thoughts lurk around every corner. Use these techniques to rediscover your optimism and bump up your productivity. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Di...

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355 GID Use the Right Approach to Get Motivated from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Using the right motivational words are one way to get yourself and others unstuck and moving. Get-It-Done Guy explains. Read the transcript here: http://bit.ly/1CbQAlu

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090 GID Getting Bored of Advisors from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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593 - How to Be a Leader During a Crisis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Whether you're leading a team, family, community, or just yourself, leadership is complicated in a moment of crisis. These simple strategies can help you support yourself and those relying on y...

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354 GID Boost Your Performance by Finding a Bottleneck from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you identify the choke points in your most important deliverables, you can eliminate bottlenecks and boost your productivity. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1EGG3Vm

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089 GID Two wrongs don't make it right from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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592 - Pause and Reflect—Now Is the Time to Take Stock of Your Career from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If an unexpected career pause has taken you by surprise, here's how to use the time to take a breath, assess your career, and set yourself up for success. Read the transcript. Check out all t...

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353 GID What Is Risk Assessment? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Project managers know that step one of project management is stopping predictable failures from happening... Predictably. Read the transcript here: http://bit.ly/1y8F7Bz

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088 GID You Really Auto Complete Me from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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591 - Struggling to Manage Anxiety and Work? Give Yourself a Break from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you're anxious and afraid, getting work done is hard. Give yourself a break, find your purpose, and make it through your work life in this "new normal" with this sage advice. Re...

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352 GID Unsubscribe from Everything to Take Charge of your Inbox from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Is your "to read" folder overflowing because you can't find any spare time to catch up? Get-It-Done Guy shows you how unsubcribing from all of your newsletters and updates can help clear up your ti...

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087 GID All Job Things Must Come to an End from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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590 - 5 Thoughtful Ways to Build Relationships Virtually from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you can't forge in-person relationships, connecting virtually can be a powerful tool. Here are powerful tips to make it work for you. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dir...

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287 GID How to Run a Decision-Making Meeting from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Decision-making meetings have the potential to become minor wars. By considering elements in the right order, you'll make your decisions much more smoothly. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1MsrDHq

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086 GID Tri-cut Tabula Rasa from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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589 - How to Communicate Successfully When Working Remotely from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Many of us suddenly find ourselves working from home—a familiar landscape with some unfamiliar work-life problems. Here's how to get your message across effectively even when you're w...

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350 GID How to Find a Job When You Have an Unusual Background from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you are a square peg looking for a square hole, life is good. But when you don't fit neatly into a job search box, you might need to change the questions you ask. Visit the website: http://bit...

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085 GID With a Little Help from our Friends from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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588 - How to Be More Resilient at Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Resilience means being able to recover from setbacks, adapt to change, and keep on rolling. That's great, but ... how do you do it? Modern Mentor explains. Read the transcript. Check out all ...

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349 GID How to Screen Your Calls from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The days, when you want to be social, it's all about being social online, at arm's length. When someone actually wants to call? *pshaw* What a nuisance. But some calls simply must be answered. Here...

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084 GID Walking Up is Hard To Do from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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587 - Can You Still Be Successful If You Don't Want a Promotion? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Congratulations—you're awesome! Your company wants to promote you. But what happens when what you want is to stay exactly where you are? Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and...

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348 GID How to Criticize (Without Looking Like a Jerk) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-It-Done Guy helps you keep things running smoothly by delivering criticism without the sting. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1zTWGrP

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083 GID Resume, Sweet Resume from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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586 - 4 Simple Strategies to Boost Your Creativity and Be More Productive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Sometimes, productivity is about being creative enough to bring big projects to the finish line. These creativity tips will help you make that happen!  Read the transcript of this episode.&nb...

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347 GID How to Get the Most Out of Conferences from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Attending a conference can be a smorgasbord of opportunity. But make sure to plan your menu first. Otherwise, you might end up having too much salad and be full once it's time for the main course. ...

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080 GID It Has To-Do with your Resume from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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585 - How Listening Makes You Smarter, Faster, Better from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Listening effectively is one of the hardest things to do. But investing in it pays off. Learn how it makes you smarter, faster, and better at your job.  Read the transcript here. Check out a...

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346 GID Using a Short-Term Memory Folder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Instead of using your email inbox to jog your memory, create a short-term memory folder where you can put everything you need for follow-up and connect it to your calendar and task list. Follow Get...

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079 GID Coefficient of Friction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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584 - How to Love Your Job Even When It Isn't Perfect from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Not every job is a perfect fit, but that doesn't mean you can't love the one you're with. Your job can be a whole lot more than just a means to a paycheck. TRANSCRIPT: https://quic...

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344 GID Get a New Inbox and Free Your Mind from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It's the beginning of the year - are you still mired in your cluttered inbox? By archiving your yearly backlog and starting fresh, you can clear your mind for a brand new start. Get-It-Done Guy exp...

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078 - Young Manager, Older Team from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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583 - Leadership is Everyone—Jocko Willink on Owning Your Success from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Your career is what you make of it. Retired Navy SEAL and Leadership expert Jocko Willink shows us how lessons learned on the battlefield can help us achieve success at work. TRANSCRIPT: https...

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278 GID No, No, a Thousand Times No! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Saying “No” is the key to setting boundaries and protecting your time, space, and energy. It can also be risky. Here’s a framework for how to say “No.” Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1AnXIyA

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077 GID Security? Blank it! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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582 - The Awesome Power of "No" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Saying "no" is actually makes you more successful at work. These essential strategies will help you set workplace boundaries with grace. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/bus...

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343 GID How to Build Your Personal Brand from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Knowing how you show up in the world (your personal brand), gives you tremendous power to control your own destiny. Get-It-Done Guy interviews branding expert Sally Hogshead for the scoop on how to...

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076 GID On Task, Online from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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Get-it-Done Guy is now Modern Mentor! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With a new host, a new look, and an exciting direction focused on productivity, problem-solving, communication, leadership, and so much more ... Get-It-Done Guy has become Modern Mentor! 

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342 GID Get a Lot Done One Step at a Time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Break up your workflows into small tasks, and do them as you have the time. Pretty soon, you'll find yourself completing everything on your to-do list...and maybe more! Read the transcript: http://...

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075 GID The Answer is Gridlock from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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581 - How to Increase Your Productivity by Managing Your Energy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Running all-out all the time is the sure path to burnout. Productivity happens when you know how to use your energy wisely. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/business-career/productivi...

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341 GID How to Accept Delegation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We hear a lot about how to delegate to others. But when you're the 'other' being delegated to, it's important to know how to set yourself up for success. For one, don't wait for your boss to set th...

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074 GID Peering Up from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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580 - How to Make Idea Curation Your Workplace Superpower from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Great ideas are everywhere. You can become a hero by curating the best of them instead of reinventing a perfectly good wheel. Here are three ways to get started. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddi...

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340 GID How to Decide Wisely from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The nature of the task you're delegating, as well as the skills needed to complete that task, determines who you should choose for the delegation. Get-It-Done Guy explains how to choose the right p...

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073 GID Links Like Sausage from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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579 - How To Self-Promote at Work Without Feeling Icky from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Self-promotion can feel awkward and sleazy, but it doesn't have to! Here are five ways to toot your own horn without raising your colleagues' eyebrows. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the tra...

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339 GID How to Be Happy by Using Gratitude from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Gratitude isn't just a nice-to-have. It's an essential component for success and good mental health. And you can actually learn to practice gratitude every day. Get-It-Done Guy explains how. Visit ...

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072 GID A Rose, by Any Other Name, Is Reusable Content from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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578 - How to Be Productive when the Organization Isn't from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What do you do when your personal productivity is high but the company you work for is dragging its feet? Anything but nothing. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/business-career/organi...

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338 GID How to Network with Former Employers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When building your professional network, re-establishing contact and deepening relationships with former employers can be a great place to start. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1p678dS

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071 GID A Spate of Late from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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577 - Top Tips from My Time as Get-It-Done Guy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

As Stever Robbins draws his time as Get-It-Done Guy to a close, he recounts his favorite tips from 12 years as host of the Get-it-Done Guy podcast. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/pr...

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337 How to Be Memorable (Part 2): Crafting a Story from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Storytelling is the foundation for effective, memorable communication. Once you've hooked your audience, you need characters, plot arcs, and resolution to make the story stick. Get-It-Done Guy expl...

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070 GID Write or Wrong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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576 - 9 Pro Secrets to Perfect Podcasting from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What do you get when you put two award-winning podcasters with nearly a quarter-century of combined experience together for an interview? Nine pro tips for making your podcast sensational. TRA...

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336 GID How to Be Memorable (Part 1): Storytelling Tricks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Story-telling is the foundation for effective, memorable communication. Do it properly to hook your reader, draw them in, and keep their attention through the end. Here's how. Visit the website: ht...

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069 GID Taking-the-Blame Game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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473 - How to Measure Progress and Achieve Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Measuring progress is second nature to most people. But it's not second nature to measure progress well, which can lead to some real misjudgments. Put more thought into your progress checks, to...

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335 GID How to Meet Every Deadline from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We live in a deadline-driven world. But sometimes, even with firm deadlines, one simple trick is all it takes to relieve the pressure. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1thId7j

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068 GID How to Get Through Your Reading Material Backlog from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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575 - How to Memorize Anything with Ultimate Memory Magic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Author of the book Ultimate Memory Magic, Jim Karol, teaches us how to use and strengthen our memory so we can remember anything! TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the transcript: https://quickanddirty...

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334 GID How to Measure Your Productivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Measuring your productivity can be a challenge. How do you know which aspects of your work dictate success? Get-It-Done Guy has the best way to measure your output. Read the transcript: http://bit....

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066 GID Folder Frenzy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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476 - 'Growth Mindset' Tips to Boost Your Performance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Viewing traits as innate make coping with failure and success much harder. With a "growth mindset" you learn more, persist more, and overcome obstacles. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS: Read the ...

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333 GID Responsibility Lessons from the U.S. Secret Service from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Even though we hate to admit our mistakes, it's a powerful thing to do. Cover-ups, however well-intentioned, are usually a disastrous choice. Just look at the U.S. Secret Service fiasco...Read the ...

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065 GID Committing to Vagueness from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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574 - How to Find Anything On Google from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With advanced search engine techniques, you can find relevant results that get just the information you want, while filtering out the noise. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS Read the transcript: https://q...

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236 GID Managing Email When Your Inbox is Overloaded from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Handling Email When it's Too Much to Manage. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1nbY0Dv

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064 GID Under Rug Not Swept! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes! http://j.mp/GetItDoneBook

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573 - How to Measure What Matters On the Job from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to measure success is easy in some jobs, and very difficult in others. Here’s how to choose your performance indicators. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS Read the transcript: https://quickanddir...

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332 GID How a Responsibility Matrix Can Help You Manage Projects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When a project is hampered by duplicated work, poor lines of communication, and the right hand not knowing what the left is up to, a responsibility matrix can be the key to untangling the mess. Get...

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063 GID Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Boss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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572 - How to Prioritize Your Tasks—One Little Question, Big Results from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The Eisenhower Matrix is a tried-and-true way to prioritize your tasks. You can double its effectiveness by asking just one simple question! TRANSCRIPT & LINKS Read the transcript: https://q...

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331 GID Use Technology Audits to Tame Your Technology from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Rather than assuming your technology is what's helping you be productive, doing a technology audit might show that sometimes, it's the biggest obstacle to productivity. Get-It-Done Guy shows you ho...

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062 GID Scan but Verify from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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495 - How to Tame Your Distractible Mind from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Do you know how to focus when distractions are constantly competing for your attention? It starts by simply picking up a pencil. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS Read the transcript: https://www.quickanddi...

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329 GID Delivering Bad News Gracefully from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-it-Done Guy's take on bringing bad news, while reducing your chances of being blamed as the messenger.

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061 GID Stay, Play! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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571 - Manage Complex Projects and Connections with This Simple System from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Managing complex projects with many people and connections? Here's a simple note-taking system to help you take over the world. Probably. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS Read the transcript: https:...

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328 GID Use Your Online Calendar to Streamline Scheduling from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

One of the few tools that's really better online than off-line is the calendar. For people with complicated schedules, Get-It-Done Guy shares 5 simple ways your calendar program can help you stream...

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060 GID Clean Your Desk from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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570 - Prospect Like a Pro in 5 Easy Steps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In business and life, prospecting can be the key to your success. This simple system will take your prospecting to the next level. TRANSCRIPT & LINKS Read the transcript: https://quickanddirt...

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327 GID How to Stay Young? Expand Your Social Circle from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-It Done Guy reveals his secret to staying young at heart (and mind): as you get older, find ways to ensure you have new friends coming into your life. Visit the website to read the transcript: ...

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059 GID Hangers On from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use attachable hangers to revolutionize your wardrobe. Get Stever's books: http://j.mp/srobbins.

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569 - The Art of Reading Minds with Henrik Fexeus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Henrik Fexeus, the author of The Art of Reading Minds, shares his techniques for developing social skills and using nonverbal communication. Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/bu...

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326 GID How to Teach Your Child Independence from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Be involved in your child's life, but stimulate self-reliance, not dependence.

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058 GID Horton Hears an Insult from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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568 - 5 Simple Steps to Mastering a New Skill in 30 Days from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn a new skill by developing a 30-day program of incremental, bite-sized progress. Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/learning/master-new-skill-30-days Check ou...

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325 GID How to Handle Email Overload by Deleting...Everything from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-It-Done Guy helps you master your inbox by understanding how your brain works, and reveals a much better way to deal with email overload. Visit the website to read the full transcript: http://b...

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057 GID About Face from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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567 - Five Essential Rules for Changing Careers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Changing careers is a leap of faith, but with a little preparation and groundwork, you're sure to stick the landing. Fast Company editors Kate Davis and Anisa Purbasari Horton share their advic...

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323 GID How to Make Efficient Multi-Store Shopping Lists from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you need to get numerous things from several different stores, one specially-designed list can help make planning and shopping easy. Read the full transcript: http://bit.ly/1obNzJE

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056 GID On Dashboard, on Dancer... from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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566 - How to Use Colored Pens to Organize Absolutely Everything from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you've got an eye for color, using erasable colored pens for note-taking might just change your life. Here's how to use them to organize all the things!   Read the transcript at h...

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321 GID How to Work from Your Car from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you have a job that causes you to work from your car, you may find yourself living in clutter. Get-it-Done Guy has tips and tricks for getting organized in a small, mobile space.

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055 GID What Were You Thinking? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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565 - How to prepare to make great video from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How do you prepare for a video shoot? Good preparation makes great video. Use this six-step pre-flight checklist so everything goes off without a hitch.   Read the transcript at https://quic...

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320 GID How to Deal with Conflict by Using a Resolution Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Don't let messy emotions get in the way: With Get-It-Done Guy's tips for creating a resolution plan, you'll be prepared to deal with any type of conflict. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/TPWFnQ

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054 GID Bundle of Joy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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564 - Use multiple schedules to keep your life under control from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When the way you work changes depending on which phase of a project you’re in, design multiple templates to help you manage your time.   Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytip...

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253 GID Prioritizing When You Have Many Bosses from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-It-Done Guy on how to juggle the demands of multiple bosses. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1mEA4HF

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053 GID Don't be a Couch French Fry from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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563 - How to Write Faster with Successive Drafts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Don’t try to get everything down on paper at once. Use the development process itself to create the piece you’re writing.   Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/e...

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319 GID How to Use Driving Questions to Shape Your Life from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Asking yourself the right questions can change the direction of your life. Here's how to utilize driving questions to live a better, more fulfilling life.

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052 GID Waking Up is Hard to Do from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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562 - Use online nonverbal communication from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Are your grammar, spelling, punctuation, and structure making a good impression online? How you say things is as important as what you say.   Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips...

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318 GID Sometimes Doing a Perfect Job Means Stopping at 60% from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Perfectionism produces wonderful results, but you can often produce even better results by setting your sights lower.

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051 GID Assume Your Position from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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561 - Use Michael Port’s Technique to Rock Your Persuasive Presentations from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Getting your ideas across is simple: structure your pitch so it hits every base the audience expects. Here's how. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/business-career/commu...

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317 GID Leave Your Laptop at Home: Taking Notes by Hand Is Better from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Even though computers may make note-taking more efficient from a typing point of view, you'll get far more value from notes you write by hand. Here's why.

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050 GID Time For the Gym from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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560 How to Create and Use an Ideas File from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Geniuses don’t have better ideas than you—probably—they just remember them better. Here’s how you can remember them, too, with an ideas file. Read the transcript at https:/...

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316 GID Setting Goals to Give You the Life You Want from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We're taught to choose a goal and figure out how to get there. But that may not always be the best way. Get-It-Done Guy shows why it makes sense to do it the other way around.

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049 GID Clean Your Plate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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559 - How to Admit Your Mistakes and Take Responsibility from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you’ve screwed up, the quickest way to move on is to admit what went wrong and apologize. When you do it right, it can even boost your reputation.

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315 GID How a Life Map Can Help Reach Your Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stever Robbins shows how using a "Life Map" can give you an overview of your life you can use to align your activities with your highest goals.

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048 GID Procrast-in-Action from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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503 - Want to Change Someone's Mind? Lead with Emotion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Convincing people and changing their minds begins by meeting them emotionally. Then and only then, can you begin to promote your agenda. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.c...

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314 GID How Expected Value Can Help You Make Good Decisions (Part 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you want more success in your life, learn to take calculated risks when the outcome is uncertain.

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047 GID Buy-in Buy, You'll Get Your Way from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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558 - Visualizing Will Help You Turn Dreams to Results from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Wishing can't make things happen by magic, but it can make them happen by motivation. Gabrielle Oettingen’s WOOP method shows you how.

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313 GID How Expected Value Can Help You Make Good Decisions (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you want more success in your life, learn to take calculated risks when the outcome is uncertain. Get-It-Done Guy has a technique to help you make good decisions.

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046 GID Commitment for the Masses from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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623 - Prepare Yourself for the Future of Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In 2020, a global pandemic and a powerful social justice movement have brought the future of work hurtling toward us. We talked to Vice President of People and Communities at Cisco Systems, Elaine ...

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557 - How to Deal with People Who Are Late to Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When someone is chronically late, don’t coddle them. Give them consequences, and shape their behavior so they don’t impact the rest of the team. Read the transcript at https://quickand...

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312 Declutter with Get-It-Done Guy and the Domestic CEO (Part 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Domestic CEO Amanda Thomas and Get-It-Done Guy Stever Robbins share tips on how to deal with clutter permanently.

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045 GID Don't Live a Thankless Life from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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556 - More Texting Tips for Better Communication from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Texting isn't complicated ... and yet, it is. Here are some more texting tips from Get-It-Done Guy to help you do it even better.

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311 GID Declutter with Get-It-Done Guy and the Domestic CEO (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Domestic CEO Amanda Thomas and Get-it-Done Guy Stever Robbins share tips on how to deal with clutter.

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044 GID Becoming Brilliant from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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555 - When Prospecting, Have a Strong Process in Place from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Sometimes outreach is a numbers game. When it is, be systematic and you’ll find it easy to hit those numbers. Read the transcript at https://quickanddirtytips.com/ FOLLOW GET-IT-DONE GUY ...

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310 GID How to Make the Most from a Referral from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When someone agrees to refer you for a potential job, or a romantic relationship, you have a responsibility to pursue it gracefully. Here are Get-It-Done Guy's tips on making the most of a referral.

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043 GID Help, I'm Drowning in Social Networks! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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471 - How to Be Persuasive Using the Right Language Cues from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Not everyone communicates the same way. If you want to move people to action, you need to reach them in a way they understand: Use both abstract thinking and concrete examples to persuade them the ...

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309 GID Recovering from Heartbleed from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The recent report of a loophole in the security settings of many web sites has made online shopping and banking dangerous. Get-It-Done Guy has tips on how to keep your personal information safe on ...

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042 GID My Loyal Subjects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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554 - 5 Steps to Deal With Being Overloaded at Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

There's no app or life hack that will let you fit 25 hours of work into a 24 hour day. Here's what to do when there's too much on your plate. Read the transcript at https://quickanddir...

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308 GID What Does a Manager Do? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Becoming a manager requires a radical shift in thinking. Here's the shift you need to make, and how to make it to become a successful manager.

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041 GID Nail Your Files from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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553 - How to manage two projects at once from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Trying to manage two teams at once can be a nightmare. With a little finesse, you can arrange your calendar, tasks, and notes to give each project the focus time it deserves. Read the transcript a...

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234 GID How to Give Unsolicited Feedback from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to Give Unsolicited Feedback.

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040 GID Silence is Golden-When It's Your Silence! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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552 - 5 Effective Ways to Manage People's Strengths from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Understanding your team’s strengths can help you mix and match a group of high-performers to achieve results far above what you could otherwise reach. Read the transcript at https://quickand...

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307 GID How to Turn Enemies into Friends from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this podcast, Get-it-Done Guy shares techniques for turning your enemies into raving fans. Well, maybe not fans, but definitely raving.

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039 GID Arose, by any Other Name, Is Insomnia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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551 - Make the Most of Your Online Reading With a Learning Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Reading any interesting and informative article that crosses your path could be a huge waste of time. Focus your energies with a learning plan, instead.   Read the transcript at https://quic...

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306 GID How to Write a Persuasive Podcast Ad from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Spoken ads are very different from written ads. This episode will give you guidelines for getting your listeners to take the next step.

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038 GID PDA: Paper or Plastic? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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550 - Don't Micromanage: 6 Tips to Keep Your Team Happy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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305 GID How to Manage Your Bulk Email from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to control your bulk email so you can easily see it, without it cluttering your inbox? Get-It-Done Guy has found the perfect solution.

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037 GID Do Your Homework from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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549 - Networking Tips for College Grads - Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

More tips on networking to build strong, lifelong relationships. Start now. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/business-career/networking/networking-tips-for-new-college-grad...

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303 GID Protect Your Work-Life Balance with a Boundary Buddy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use the power of other people: when you need to say "No," have an accountability buddy who can help you stay strong in your resolve to protect your boundaries.

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036 GID Mentors and Mirrors and Sales, Oh My! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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548 - Networking Tips for College Grads - Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-It-Done Guy has six must-have tips to get you started on building your professional network.

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302 GID Mastering the Surprising Power of Randomness from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Once you have all your tasks in one place, going through them is as much an art as a science. But science tells us the universe is random. Perhaps tasks are, too...

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035 GID Voicemail Volleys from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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547 - Make Your Presentations Evergreen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-It-Done Guy explains how to make your presentations reusable from the start so you don't have to reinvent the wheel each time and save time. Read the transcript at https://www.quickan...

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301 GID Becoming a Stud(ette), Part II from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

This episode follows Stever as he discovers more motivation and tips for getting to the gym regularly: the power of gluttony, sloth, and community.

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034 GID Give It Your All from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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546 - How to Organize Reference Files from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you have years’ worth of files and bookmarks, you can organize them for quick reference using a mix of the cloud, shortcuts, folders, and sharing. Get-It-Done Guy has a simple way to uni...

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300 GID Becoming a Stud(ette) part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

There are many steps of motivation and achievement along the way to becoming a gym stud or studdette. Follow along with the journey and you, too, can be awesome.

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033 GID Call Your friends! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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545 - Free to Focus: An Interview with Michael Hyatt from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this conversation between Michael Hyatt and Get-It-Done Guy, Stever Robbins, Michael covers a wide range of tools to make you more productive, more relaxed, and help you achieve the highest of a...

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299 GID Tame Your Projects with an Issues Log from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Even with careful planning beforehand, things go wrong when we're Doing Great Things. By having a process to deal with the unexpected, you can make the unmanageable manageable. Here's how.

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032 GID Award to the Wise from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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544 - What Do Managers Do, Anyway? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Being a manager is a whole different game from being an employee. But if you manage the transition well, the sky’s the limit. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/business-ca...

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298 GID Travel Tips from ScottEVest's Scott Jordan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to help travel go smoothly when the unexpected strikes

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031 GID Reining in Receipts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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543 - How to Collaborate on Multiple Documents with Multiple People from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you're working on a group project, it can be hard to keep all your documents organized and accessible. Get-It-Done Guy has a few simple tricks to help you stop wading through shared files aimles...

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297 GID Public Displays of Perfection from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Publicly tracking your project status brings with it a host of unexpected benefits.

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030 GID Networking Schmetworking from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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469 - How to Critique a Colleague's Bad Decisions in 4 Steps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you frame it the right way, your feedback can get your colleague on your side. Get-It-Done Guy explains how to criticize without making enemies. Read the transcript at https://www.quickandd...

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296 GID Use a Visual Timeline to Plan Projects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It's easier to complete projects with many people if you use a visual timeline to coordinate tasks. Check out Get-It-Done Guy's simple, yet effective strategy

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029 GID Make Yourself Shine (without body paint) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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542 - Don’t Get the Varsity Blues from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Don’t try to game the system to get your kid into college. That may lead to gun-wielding FBI agents storming your home. Instead, encourage your kid to become an applicant worth admitting. Get-It-Do...

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205 GID Keeping a New Year's Resolution from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Don't make resolutions; make commitments to change your life. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1Dh8DLG

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028 GID Passion Play from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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541 - How to Protect Your Digital Files (Part 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

As more and more of our lives are stored on computers, it's easy to rely on technology and forget that a small glitch can lead to catastrophe. Get-It-Done Guy has more tips on keeping your work...

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252 GID Goal-setting for unplannable goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When pursuing a one-off goal, traditional goal-setting may be impossible. Rigor, however, isn't.

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027 GID Spam, spam, spam, spam, spam from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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540 - How to Protect Your Digital Files (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

As more and more of our lives are stored on computers, it's easy to rely on technology and forget that a small glitch can lead to catastrophe. Get-It-Done Guy has tips on keeping your work safe...

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295 GID How to Write a Great Resume (Part 4) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Creating a resume when changing careers requires a delicate balance of history and transferable skills. Get-It-Done Guy gives you the tools to get it right.

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026 GID It's Getting Better All the Time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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345 - How to Take Care of Your Smartphone from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Choosing, maintaining, and backing up your smartphone smartly will help insure that it serves you faithfully throughout the years. Get-It-Done Guy has the tips to take care of your beloved mobile d...

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294 GID How to Write a Great Resume (Part 3) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Once you have the basic flow of your resume, properly word-smithing each sentence can boost its effectiveness.

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025 GID Paper Packrat? Pah! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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BONUS: Introducing One Plus One from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Every great collaboration is a love story. It’s intense. Passionate. Along the way, there are flashes of love, hate, pride, ego, ambition, and brilliance. This is One Plus One, the show about the s...

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293 GID How to Write a Great Resume (Part 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Writing a great resume means having a great flow to what you present and the order you present it. Get-It-Done Guy explains

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024 GID Meeting Madness 3: Backlead Your Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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539 - How to Find and Fix Relationship Blind Spots from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What’s your greatest weakness? Knowing it can become a strength. Get-It-Done Guy explains how to find and address the blind spots that can sabotage your relationships. Read the transcript at ...

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292 GID How to Write a Great Resume (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Simply having a resume isn't enough. You need a resume that does its job, if you want to land your job!

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023 GID Nuke Your Slow Computer! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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538 - Consolidate Your To-Do List With a Weekly Review from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If your task list is scattered over numerous pages and you’re bogged down with too many items, use a weekly review to consolidate. Get-It-Done Guy explains how to cull your task lists, projec...

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291 GID Scanning Made Easy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Scanning your paper files sounds easy, but it isn't quite as simple as you'd like. Get-It-Done Guy has tips on making scanning easier.

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022 GID Whipping Your Boss (into shape) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you want to succeed in business, don't just manage down. Manage up, left, and right, while you're at it. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help...

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537 - What to Do When Employees Aren't Performing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Just because you have minions, doesn’t mean they’ll do your bidding. Get-It-Done Guy explains what to do when employees aren't performing. Read the transcript at: https://www.quicka...

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290 GID How to Manage Your Task Lists on Paper from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you've decided, smartly, on using a paper task list, this episode gives you hints as to how to use it most flexibly and easily.

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021 GID Better Never Than Late from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We all want to respond thoughtfully when someone writes us about a major life event. But what if we don't ever do it? Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what ...

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536 - How to Prepare for a Conference from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get the most out of your next conference with a little advanced planning. Get-It-Done Guy explains and gives tips to make every opportunity work for you. Read the transcript at https://www.quickand...

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289 GID Make Relationships Work by Giving 200% from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If both people in a relationship take full responsibility for the outcomes, you'll find that you get things done more quickly and easily than you ever imagined.

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020 GID To Do or Not To Do from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Take control of your task list, rather than having it control you. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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535 - How to Deal with Overwhelming Overload from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You can find and fix your sources of overload by using your calendar to track, allocate, and flex your time. Get-It-Done Guy Stever Robbins gives you the tools to get the most productivity out of e...

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288 GID Make Better Estimates Through Time Tracking from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Intuitive estimates are almost always wrong. A little simple data tracking, however, and you'll be estimating like a pro. This episodes outlines a simple way to track time and highlights what's imp...

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019 GID The Zen of Inbox from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Take control of your e-mail inbox by committing to emptiness and returning to pencil and paper. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS.Like what you hear? Help us out by wr...

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534 - 3 Steps to Perfectly Organized Files from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you need to organize your files, each paper you touch can become a complicated decision. The solution: don’t triage! Read the transcript at Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: ...

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286 GID Busy, But Not Productive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Being busy and productive are not the same thing. Get-It-Done Guy highlights the things that will push your productivity forward, rather than just keeping you busy.

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018 GID Talking to the Top Dog from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get to know your CEO by taking the whole-company perspective. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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533 - How to Quit Facebook and Instagram from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Social media screws up your brain, gives you the illusion of connection, profiles you psychologically, and might be something worth no longer doing. If you decide to leave Facebook, here’s ho...

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285 GID How to Use Safer Passwords Easily from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Using secure passwords is more necessary than ever, but security comes with a price: ease of typing. Learn how we got to this sad state of affairs and how to make passwords safer and easier to type.

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017 GID A Word to the "Why"s from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Unstick yourself by returning to your big picture goals. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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532 - How to Focus Better: A Guide in 6 Steps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Focus is not one skill. It’s a whole set of skills. Master them all and you’ll be able to accomplish far more than you ever thought possible. Unless you already focus, of course. In whi...

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284 GID Separate Managing from Doing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you try to manage at the same time as do the work, things often fall apart, and you do neither well.

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016 GID Taking Killer Notes That Keep You on Top of Your Game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Not all notes are created equal. Learn to take concise, meaningful notes for learning, recall (presentations), and in meetings. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like...

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487 - Forget Multitasking! How to Get Things Done with Parallelism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get more done by understanding which of your tasks depend on which others, and sequence them to take the least amount of time. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productiv...

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283 GID How to Schedule Meetings with Many People at Once from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Meetings aren’t easy to schedule if you have many participants, widely separated. But there’s an easy way to do it, if you reverse your thinking.

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014 GID Meeting Madness Two: We're on a Role! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Streamline your meetings by assigning roles that keep you moving. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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531 - 9 Ways URL Shorteners Make You Memorable from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

URL shorteners can make long URLs easy to deal with. But they can be used for so much more: bookmarks, audible ads, and links that change their destination. Read the transcript at https://www.qu...

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282 GID Create a Powerful New Identity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Getting what you want requires aligning three areas of your brain: behaviors, beliefs, and identity. The most powerful is Identity, who you think you are. Here's how to make it ultra-powerful

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13 Kickin' a Lazy Employee Into Action from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A quick, simple way to help an employee progress and produce results. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS.Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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BONUS: Introducing Time To Parent from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Are you a parent? Then there’s a good chance you might be feeling disorganized. You’re in luck. Check out the new podcast, Time to Parent, from organizing expert Julie Morgenstern. Subscribe to ...

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281 GID How to Create Good Habits from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you're on vacation, it's easy to change habits. Why is it so hard in daily life? Here's how to take the changes from vacation and establish them in your day-to-day life.

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012 GID Aligning the Virtual and the Real from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to coordinate your organizing systems so you can find your virtual resources as easily as your paper. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help u...

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530 - A Guide to Escaping a Politically Feisty Holiday from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to disagree politely is a lost art in the age of online divisiveness. In this episode, Stever shares some tips for disagreeing, having real conversation, and not ending up at each other's throa...

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280 GID Managing Your Contacts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the era of social networks, it's not clear how to manage your address book. Until now. This episode details tips for maintaining your address book even though we're living in a world of far, far...

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011 GID Procrastinate Your Resolutions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Overcome procrastination and keep New Year's resolutions with just a little help from your friends. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out ...

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529 - 2 Easy Ways to Manage Multiple Email Accounts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Create a single unified place—your email client, or a single inbox—where you can receive and respond to email from any of your email accounts. Read the transcript at https://www.quickan...

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229 GID How to Prioritize Your Life from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A prioritization matrix courtesy of the late Stephen Covey can help you figure out your life's priorities so you don't waste time on things that don't matter.

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010 GID Nuking voicemail abusers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

People leaving useless voicemail? Whip 'em into shape by setting clear boundaries. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a revi...

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528 - Shoot the Messenger: How Chat Apps Are Security Hellholes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

There are dozens of texting options available. Here are several options with different capabilities. Unfortunately, many of the apps (or their parent companies) can be used for terrible evil. Sadly...

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275 GIDG Scheduling Lots of Meetings and Staying Sane from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you're in a job that demands marathons of meetings, here's how to make sure you stay on the top of your game as you dive into the meeting madness.

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009 GID Moments of Truth from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get the biggest bang for your buck. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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527 - 5 Powerful Tips for Productive Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Too much time is wasted on meetings that don't do anything. In this episode, Get-it-Done Guy shares five tips (and a bonus) to fix your meetings so they work for you! Read the transcript at htt...

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274 GID Overcoming the Premature How from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you aren't making progress as quickly as you'd like, you may be the victim of the nefarious Premature How. The very path you've chosen towards your goal may have become what's holding you back. ...

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008 GID Templates, Macros, and Sigs, Oh My! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use stationery, macros, and signatures to save typing in email. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS.Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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526 - Find real work/life balance by getting Back to Human from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Millennial leader Dan Schawbel shares tips for using technology wisely, using humanity wisely, and when to know the difference. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productiv...

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273 GID How to Read Email for Sane Online Discussion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Email can be explosive, especially when you use it to carry on an emotional discussion. If you learn to read email carefully, however, you can make sure that even if other people are going ballisti...

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007 GID Choosing Gifts Made Simple from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Use websites like TaDaList.com to create gift registries for holiday gift giving. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a revie...

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525 - 3 Ways to Use Doorways as Learning Tools from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stepping across a threshold is more than just walking. You can use doorways (yes, doorways) to help your brain learn better. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/le...

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081 GID Have Some Catch-Up With Your Travel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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006 GID Meeting Madness from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

I just love meetings...No, I don't. I'm lying. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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524 - The Benefits of Routine (or Why Being Boring Has Its Upside) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Don't let yourself be treated like a cog! Be boring for an old-fashioned personal touch. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-finance/deals-coupons/the-benefits-of-rou...

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272 GID From Schedule Overload to Clarity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Don't be overwhelmed by a busy schedule; sort your activities so your brain can deal with clarity.

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005 GID Just Flip a Coin Instead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Consider the cost of deciding as well as the cost of your alternatives.Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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523 - 4 (Science-Backed) Tips on Being More Lucky from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Richard Wiseman's book "The Luck Factor" gives four major principles about becoming more lucky. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/learning/4-scienc...

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271 GID How to Protect Yourself Against Online Spying from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get-It-Done Guy's tips to keep yourself safe from prying eyes.

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004 GID Voice-Mail Systems from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn the magic codes to skip voicemail greetings. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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445 GID How to De-Addictify Your Technology from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Your devices are made to addict you. Literally. But you can reduce their addictive seductions. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2mpFVmG

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270 GID Align Your Life to Reach Big Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Align your efforts behind your big goals when you're not getting the results you want.

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003 GID Filing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tips for world domination and organization through better filing. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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522 - How to Start a Huge Project in 4 Simple Steps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Doing something perfectly is great, except when it keeps you from starting. First, make a cheap plan, then a fast plan, then a perfect plan, and then merge your plans into something actionable. Rea...

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269 GID Resolving Disagreement from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to sort out disagreement peacefully and find a working solution.

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002 GID Email Backlog from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Tips to handling post-vacation email catch up. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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521 - To-Do List Essentials: How to Recruit Your Subconscious Mind from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Time management expert Mark Forster's Fast Final Version Plus will help you manage your task list to a tee. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/time-management...

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268 GID How to Keep Control of Your Communications from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Rather than waiting for others to step up and do their part, take control. You'll be happy you did!

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520 - How to Overcome Decision Paralysis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Too much choice can be paralyzing. In this episode, Stever shares techniques for making sure too much choice doesn't give too few results. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.co...

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266 GID How to Memorize Using Brief Recall from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Memorize more quickly and retain it longer by using systematic recall. Get Stever's books: http://j.mp/srobbins.

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519 - How to Document Big Projects (So You Can Repeat Them Easily) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Policies and procedures can be easy to write. Just use a diary to know what happens when. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/learning/how-to-document-big-proje...

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265 GID Choosing How to Communicate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn when to use email, phone, instant messaging, and other ways to communicate.

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518 - Kanban Boards: How to Keep Track of Processes and People from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Whether you're tracking progress through a sequence of steps, or progress through many disjointed steps, a kanban board may be just the tool you want. Read the transcript at https://www.quickand...

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264 GID Make a Request that Gets Fulfilled from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Making requests so you're more likely to get a "yes" answer.

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404 GID How to Gently Tell Off Anyone Asking You to Work For Free from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the working world, people work. Usually, it’s for money. But these days it seems like people have started asking for… free work? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1NMSO6f

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263 GID Working the Low Tech Way from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stepping away from your technology for a day can make you more productive.

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517 - The Art of Monotasking vs. Multitasking from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stop multitasking and use monotasking to give yourself a way to approach your work and life with mindfulness. Read the transcript at Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickand...

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262 GID How to Hold a Decision-Making Meeting from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Decision-making meetings work best with behind-the-scenes prep work.

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516 - 7 Pro Tips for Managing Your Bursting Email Inbox from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Email is a top source of interruptions for most of us. A few simple tips can help you make it a tool you can use, rather than a burden you can bear. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddi...

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261 GID What is Insight and How to Have More? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Insight on pressing problems is necessary. Here's what insight is, and how to have more "A-ha!" moments.

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515 - Dream Job 101: How to Prepare for a Career Change from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When your life isn't giving you what you want, consider jumping to a new phase. Mike Lewis, author of When to Jump, shares tips on making that shift. Read the transcript at https://www.quickandd...

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260 GID How to Think Outside the Box from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to think outside the box about how the world works and the people within it.

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514 - Make Your Business Better with the (Physical) Kanban Method from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Rather than forecasting when you'll need materials, design your business and life to be self-regulating. Use Kanban. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/organiz...

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259 GID Overcoming Beliefs That Limit You from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Find the beliefs holding you back and learn to move past them.

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513 - How to Strengthen Relationships with 'Process Conversations' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to start a new working relationship (or other kind!) is easy with a little advance planning. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/relationships/professional/how-to-streng...

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258 GID Shorten Your Status Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to make status meetings more efficient by streamlining information flow.

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512 - What Is the 80/20 Rule? The Pareto Principle Explained from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

The 80/20 rule (or Pareto Principle) can help you boost your productivity by doing what really moves your goals forward. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/ti...

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257 GID How to Write Email That Works for Sane, Online Discussion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to write email, especially business email, without getting into arguments or misunderstandings.

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511 - How to Job Hunt the Right Way: Use Constraints from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to get a job starts with knowing what you're looking for. This simple four-part framework will help you hone your desires just enough to embark on a successful job hunt. Read the transcript ...

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256 GID How to Choose Service Professionals for Your Business (Part 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Interviewing and choosing service professionals (lawyers, bookkeepers, etc.) for your business should involve assessing their personal characteristics, as well as their competence.

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510 - How to Organize Smartphone Apps for Quick Access from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Eliminate smartphone slowdown with a surprisingly simple trick: Each time you use an app, drag its icon to your home screen in the upper left position. Read the transcript at https://www.quickan...

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255 GID How to Choose Service Professionals for Your Business (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Interviewing and choosing service professionals (lawyers, bookkeepers, etc.) for Your Business

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509 - You've Been Writing 'Thank You' Notes All Wrong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Do onerous follow-up tasks in advance, when your motivation is at its peak. Read the transcript at Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW G...

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254 GID How to Say No to Your Boss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to say No to overload when your boss gives you too much work.

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508 - Online Shopping? Be Smart, Track Your Shipping Numbers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you have a lot of packages in the mail, or irons in the fire, track your tracking numbers so you can move swiftly when disaster strikes. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips...

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251 GID Ask Your Boss for a Development Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Professional development starts by creating a development plan with your boss.

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507 - Make the Most of the 'Notes' App on Your Phone from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Name your notes consistently, and expand into a folder of notes if needed. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/productivity/organization/make-the-most-of-the-notes-app-on-y...

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250 GID How to start a new job, part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to set yourself up for success at a new job.

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506 - Negotiating a Salary (Without Being Lowballed) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Companies use tricks to pay you as little as possible. Negotiate with integrity and honesty, and be firm. Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/business-career/communication/n...

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249 GID How to start a new job, part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to set yourself up for success at a new job.

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505 - How to Meet Commitments Using 'Urgency' and 'Importance' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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202 GID How to Focus Working on the Web from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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504 - How to Use Bookmarks to Streamline Your Workflow from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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248 GID How to Motivate People Who Aren't Delivering from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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502 - How to Succeed by Trying to Fail from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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247 GID How to Study, Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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501 - Is the Best Web-Building Workflow For You an All-in-One or Piecemeal Approach? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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246 GID How to Use Google and Other Search Engines from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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500 - Use Your To-Do List to Spot Opportunity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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245 GID Choosing a Mentor from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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499 - How to Psych Yourself Up with Good Self-Talk from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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244 GID How to Be a Success Even If You're a High Achiever from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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498 - How to Quit Social Media Using an Anti-Social-Media Buddy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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243 GID Automating Your Life Using Systems from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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497 - How to Use 'Good Enough' to Beat Perfectionism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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242 GID Streamlining Emotional Communication from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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496 - How to Avoid Misunderstandings When Asking Questions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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241 GID How to Write Fast and Type Fast from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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185 GID Negotiation Tactics 101: Start With Emotion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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494 - How to Improve Communication by Text (and Texting) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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240 GID Keep on Track by Designing Your Transitions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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493 - It's Not About the Tool, It's About the Workflow from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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239 GID Run an Effective Study Group in College from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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492 - How to Coach People Around You (Quickly and Effectively) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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238 GID Home Care for Someone with a Serious Illness, Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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491 - How to Resist Social Media and Reconnect with IRL Friends from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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237 GID Caring for Someone with a Serious Illness, Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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490 - How to Make Great Progress Using Accountability from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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235 GID How to Study As You Go Back to School from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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489 - How to Overcome Perfectionism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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233 GID Challenge Your Assumptions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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488 - How to Be Deliberate with Your Distractions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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232 GID How to Prioritize in Emergency-Driven Jobs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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231 GID How to Use Your Calendar Effectively from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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486 - How to Schedule Meetings When Traveling from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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230 GID How to Persuade Effectively from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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485 - How to Easily Manage and Secure Your Passwords from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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228 GID How to Juggle Multiple Projects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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484 - How to Plan Properly with Deadlines and Milestones from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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147 GID Preparing for Travel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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483 - Why You Should Memorize Phone Numbers (and How to Do It) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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227 GID Beating Down Your Book Backlog from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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482 - Using Location-Based and Future Reminders from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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226 GID How to Stop Living in the Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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481 - 5 Principles for Setting Good Goals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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225 GID How to Write Quickly Using Outlines from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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480 - How to Avoid 'Yak Shaving' When Solving a Problem from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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224 GID How to Keep Your Commitments, Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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015 - Overcommit? "No" More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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223 GID How to Keep Your Commitments, Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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479 - The Top 10 Productivity Tools For the Holidays from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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222 GID Use Simple Math to Make Life Easier from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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478 - The Top 8 Must-Know Principles of Productivity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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221 GID Use an Agenda to Run Better Meetings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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477 - The 6 Best Tips to Creating a Basic To-Do List from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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220 GID The 30/3 Rule from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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475 - How to Agree on Deliverables Quickly and Clearly from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

You can prevent misunderstandings and get your whole team on the same page by using the simple tool of an IS-IS NOT list. Read the transcript at Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: ...

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219 GID Taming Perfectionism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to keep perfectionism from killing your productivity.

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474 - How to Use the 'Idea Parking Lot' in 4 Simple Steps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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218 GID Preflight Checklist for Public Speaking from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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472 - 4 Ways to Build Close Relationships That Last from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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138 GID Work Life Balance and How to Keep It from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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470 - How Scanning Apps Can Organize Your Life from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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152 GID Managing Projects When You Have Too Many from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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468 GID How to Organize Purchased Products and Accessories from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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217 GID Use Your Smartphone to Organize Receipts and Business Cards from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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324 GID How to Deal With People Who are Late from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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216 GID How to Follow Up from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to make sure someone gets your message.

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389 GID Get More Out of College by Prioritizing Learning from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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215 GID How to Master Charisma from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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414 GID How to Form Great Habits Using Triggers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Making habits is hard. And most times we have to do them. But by attaching a trigger to the thing we want to do more of, it gets easier to just do it. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2...

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214 GID How to Stay Motivated at Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to stay motivated when your boss puts you down at work.

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467 GID Write Faster by Separating Cognitive Tasks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

There are many parallel tasks we do while writing, and computers can help with all of them. But doing them all at once is a distracting trap. Do the steps separately to keep focus and write faster.

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213 GID Getting a Part Time Job for High School Students, part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to get a job when you don't have a lot of previous work experience.

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466 GID Make a Plan for Motivation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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212 GID Getting a Part Time Job for High School Students, part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to get a job when you don't have a lot of previous work experience.

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465 GID How to Make Your Own Luck from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Luck is an essential ingredient to success! But by its nature, you can't plan for it. ... or can you?

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211 GID Seven Tips to Manage You Work-Life Balance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Make sure your personal life doesn't get crowded out by work.

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464 GID How to Organize Your Stuff for Camping from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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082 GID Nifty Ways to Leave Your Lover from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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463 GID How to Send Perfect Calendar Invites from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We often think of calendar invites as a quick throwaway activity. But they aren’t. They’re deliberate communication; treat them well!

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210 GID How to Organize Your Camping Gear from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Organize your stuff when camping by creatively using bags within bags.

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462 GID Take Charge of Your Career and Grow a Pair! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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208 GID Moving On From Your Mentor from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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380 GID Negotiate More Money with These Simple Tricks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Good negotiators can reach good outcomes and keep the relationship strong by thinking differently about how they approach the bargaining table. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1MlgV4E

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207 GID Organizing Short-Term Projects on Your Computer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to organize short-term projects without cluttering your desktop.

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461 GID Control Email Using Custom Domains and Catch-All Emails from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Lots of sites want your email address. Keep them organized (and honest) by giving them each a unique address at a custom domain.

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206 GID How to Use Deadlines to Make Life Better from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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460 GID The Simple Trick to Keep Track of What People Owe You from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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204 GID Quick Stress Relief from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Quickly calm yourself when you're stressed.

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459 GID Get Even More Organized With a Table of Contents from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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203 GID How to Keep Track of Your Disputes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you have a dispute, have a system for keeping careful complete records of everything that happens.

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458 GID Orient Your Life Around Results Not Hours from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We've been trained by our corporate overlords to care about giving our hours, even though we'd all be better off organizing our lives around progress.

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201 GID How to Choose Holiday Gifts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Make gift-choosing quick and easy by giving the gift of experience.

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457 GID How Customer Pictures Can Improve Your A-Game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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200 GID Make Life Easier by Satisficing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Speed your decisions by understanding the concepts of maximizing and satisficing, and using each when needed.

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456 GID Keep Your Roles Separate by Switching Hats from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Different roles call for different actions. Avoid mix-ups between clashing roles by pairing them each with a context.

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199 GID Risk Management and the Best Laid Plan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Contingency and prevention plans will help your projects succeed where others fail.

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455 GID How to Negotiate with Contingency Clauses from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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198 GID Surviving Warranty Logistics from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get the most out of your warranty; master the warranty logistics before you buy.

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454 GID How to Be Radically Candid: Q&A with Kim Scott, Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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197 GID How to be a Successful Team Member from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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453 GID How to Be Radically Candid: Q&A with Kim Scott, Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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067 GID Distractions by the Dozen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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452 GID PHow to Keep Track of Irregular Events from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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196 GID How to Use Public Transportation Efficiently from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Streamline your public transportation experience.

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451 GID How to Turn Hopes into Actions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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195 GID Top Online Tools to Make Air Travel Easy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Web tools to streamline every step of airline travel.

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450 GID Pick the Correct Medium for Your Message from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Now we have more communication options than ever before. Choosing the right one is essential to getting your message across. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2pebTEi

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194 GID Dealing With Difficult People from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to set boundaries to handle whiners.

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449 GID Why You Should Communicate Directly with Others from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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193 GID Get-it-Done Basics for New College Grads from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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448 GID How to Learn From Your Experience When Leaving a Job from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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192 GID How to Stop Buying Books and Start Reading Them from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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447 GID Get More Done by Dividing Your Week into Project Days from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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191 GID Use Deferred Email to Make Life Easy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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446 GID How to Get Your Way in a Negotiation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Know who’s across the table from you — and who’s not, but should be. Adapt your plan to get them what they want, and you'll get your way. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2n7oBGV

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190 GID Learn From Books and Podcasts by Creating Your Own Course from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get the most from books and podcasts by creating your own course.

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444 GID 6 Tricks to Negotiate with More Power from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you’re at the negotiating table, power isn't just attitude. You also want to behave in ways that show you're at the top of your game. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2lPvOHF

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189 GID Visualizing for Results, Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

4 Easy tips to really reach your goals.

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443 GID How to Be a Power Player in Negotiations from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Prepare for a negotiation by understanding the power dynamics involved, and setting yourself up to be the power player. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2mqHDHr

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085 Metaphors and Similes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Metaphors and Similes

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442 GID How to Write Emails From Your Readers' Point of View from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Make your email work for the reader, and you’ll quickly become the most popular person around. Then once others acknowledge you as an email sensei, start asking them to do the same for you. Read th...

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188 GID Visualizing for Results, Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Is there What does real science behind say about visualization? Stever's 3 easy tips that really There are ways to do it that work.

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441 GID How to Deal with Coworkers Who Complain from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

People who complain all the time are just Debbie Downers. Here's how to deal with them. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2lELlcN

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187 GID How to Keep Track of Your Discounts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

4 Easy ways to track your coupons and Groupons.

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440 GID Eliminate Vagueness for Stronger Business Agreements from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Eliminate wiggle room in your agreements by giving concrete examples. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2kmjZad

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186 GID How to Decide Between Trash and Treasure from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

3 easy tips on consolidating your clutter.

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439 GID How to Boost Productivity with Your Keyboard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A small improvement, repeated a hundred thousand times a day, really adds up. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2khFcqQ

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184 GID How to Keep Reviewers Collaborators from Stalling Your Progress from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Keep your projects running quickly by setting the right terms with reviewers.

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438 GID How Due Diligence Can Improve Your Company's Hiring Process from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Some prospective employees are a bad fit. Some don’t even exist at all. Make sure your job prospects are worth interviewing using the Internet. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2jVMCPF

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183 GID How to Motivate Yourself to Go to the Gym from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Easy tricks to make sure your gym membership doesn't become a fat tax

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437 GID 4 Ways to Be More Proactive from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Instead of waiting for something outside yourself to rescue you from circumstance, take action to create the life you want. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2jDWVou

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182 GID How to Track Your Time Work Hours in a Cross-Functional Team from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to track time when you need to slice it many different ways.

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304 GID How Small Changes Can Lead to Big Time Savings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you examine your workday carefully, you may find that very minor time delays are actually eating up much of your productivity. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2jshV4I

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181 GID How to Think Big from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Learn how you can set big goals and actually attain them.

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436 GID How to Close Loops to Make Your Life Easier from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

When you wrap up incomplete tasks, you free your mind for what's really important. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2iTLkQS

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180 GID How to Store Your Reference Information Using Email from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How you can use Gmail can become your as a free reference library

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372 GID Brain Training: How to Stay Focused and Stop Multitasking from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Turn off your computer. Turn off your smartphone. Work. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1J2td1f

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179 GID How to Motivate Employees to Clean Up from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Get your workgroup to create a system that encourages cleaning common areas.

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435 GID 9 Mistakes That Will Kill Your Online Sales Efforts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Email sales is more and more common, and as a result, it's less and less effective. But with just a little bit of effort, you can make sure it fails for you. Here's how. Read the full transcript he...

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178 GID How to be Less Judgmental from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to be less selfish and judgmental and start making friends.

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434 GID How to Remember People's Names from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We meet countless people in our personal and professional lives whose names we want to remember. But our usual tactics for remembering facts and figures don’t quite apply to learning and connecting...

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177 GID How to Best Use Organizational Tools with a Group from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to decide if you should choose tools to fit how you work, or change how you work to fit the tools.

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433 GID How Technology Can Tank Your Success in Class: Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Today's college students are used to using their computers in class, but they don't realize just how much their tech is distracting them. College is far too expensive to spend it on social media in...

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176 GID Dealing with a Boss Who Gives Too Much Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

How to easily track your time so you can deal with a boss who gives you too many projects and too much work.

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432 GID Productivity Products That Make Perfect Holiday Gifts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you're looking for holiday gift ideas for the productivity geek in your life, look no further! In this episode, Stever reviews his current lineup of favorite products. Read the full transcript h...

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175 GID How to Deal with People Who Ask Lots of Questions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Help people who come to you with questions, while protecting your own time and energy.

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633 - How to Use Rejection to Your Advantage from 2021-01-25T11:30

Rejection can feel like a gut punch when it happens. But what if you could take a moment to process, and then use rejection as rocket fuel for your professional success?

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632 - How to Succeed as an Introvert at Work from 2021-01-18T07:30:30

Surprise! Working from home hasn't been easier on introverts. Here are some tips to boost your comfort, confidence, and success, even if you're "the quiet one."

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631 - How to Explain a Gap in Your Résumé from 2021-01-11T16:00:30

Worried that a gap in employment will hold you back in your job search? No way! Here's how to turn that résumé gap into a compelling part of your story that makes you uniquely qualified.

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629 - How to Make a Great Impression in a Virtual Interview from 2020-12-28T09:30

Are you thinking that a pandemic is no time to start a job search? Think again! Here's how to show up as the must-have candidate in a virtual interview!

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628 - How to Be Confident, Not Arrogant from 2020-12-21T11:15:15

The struggle to exude confidence at work is real, but sometimes the quest for confidence slides into arrogance. Rachel shares her own hard-earned lessons with four tips to help you project confi...

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627 - How to Become Open to Change from 2020-12-14T12:45

The urge to stay in your comfort zone is perfectly normal. But being ready to roll with change has also become a business-critical skill. Here are five easier-than-you-think strategies to help y...

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625 - How to Run a Virtual Brainstorm that Actually Works from 2020-11-30T08:00:30

Are you thinking that brainstorming just won't work in a virtual world? Think again! Here's how to prepare and run a brainstorm that inspires a flood of creative ideas.

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001 GID Delegate Your Misery from 2007-11-08T19:00

Tips to identify things you really shouldn't do yourself. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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001 GID Delegate Your Misery from 2007-11-08T19:00

Tips to identify things you really shouldn't do yourself. Questions go to getitdone@quickanddirtytips.com or 888-WRK-LESS. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes!

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