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Problem Solving Strategies Requires Knowing the Problem
Getting Things Done
April 12, 2016

Problem Solving Strategies Requires Knowing the Problem

You can't effectively implement any problem-solving strategies unless you know the problem. Every industry has it's way of keeping a problem from being solved; moving targets, feature creep, change of scope. It is the fastest way to de-rail or outspend your ability to solve the problems. That's not saying your problem can't change but you have to handle things more…
Following a Productive Meme
Getting Things Done
June 13, 2007

Following a Productive Meme

We've been tagged by (http://www.edragonu.ro/late-meme-whats-you/) on a (http://www.instigatorblog.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-productivity-group-writing-project/2007/04/24/). It's a tough one to respond to since it's been in the wilds a while. Not to mention just one tip? I've got a lot more than one. Many people have responded on a runway style level. Let's take a different approach.
Focus & Planning, The Answer to Procrastination
Getting Things Done
March 27, 2007

Focus & Planning, The Answer to Procrastination

I work very hard to stay in the (http://www.thatvoodooyoudo.com/best-practice/flow/). It's worth mastering; the zone is where we all do our best work and derive great satisfaction. Focused, flowing, executing your world...cranking those widgets. Whether at work, home, or at play you can't stay in the zone long if your world is in disarray.
The Importance of Managing Self
Getting Things Done
February 27, 2007

The Importance of Managing Self

I've been working on distilling more from the seminar. You never know what you're really going to get out of any training situation; a speaker needs make his ideas stick or there's not going to be much remembered. Jerri, a woman sitting next to me, said the takeaway from seminars (in general) is around 5%. I hope I'm doing better…