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Why finding your work sanctuary at home boosts productivity

“I’m struggling to stay focused while working from home…help!” Working remotely comes with some interesting obstacles that can stand in the way of your productivity. Piles of laundry calling your name. A sink full of dishes begging for attention. Your child asking for a snack—for the millionth time this hour. A beloved pet pleading to … Continue reading "Why finding your work sanctuary at home boosts productivity"

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How to productively communicate in a virtual platform across cultures

“That didn’t come across the way I intended it to…can we start over?” It’s tough to communicate productively when speaking with someone from another culture. Doing it virtually? It can feel like dancing through a minefield of misinterpretations!   I reached out to my fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Tatiana Kolovou, for more guidance on this … Continue reading "How to productively communicate in a virtual platform across cultures"

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Why you should shift to a culture of when to avoid switches

Switches happen. That’s right, I admit it’s not possible to eliminate ALL of the switchtasking in your day. However, I CAN teach you ways to reduce them to a minimal amount, which will boost your productivity significantly. Here’s one of my favorite “switchbusters”—a tip to avoid switchtasking: Transition from the culture of “Now” to the … Continue reading "Why you should shift to a culture of when to avoid switches"

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Why the holiday multitasking habit is not productive or healthy

Don’t fall into the holiday multitasking trap! Let’s clarify one thing: multitasking doesn’t exist. As I explain during my interview on WUSA9, what you’re really doing is switchtasking. You’re bouncing from one active task to another, which comes with a hefty price tag: lower quality of work, longer time to complete each task, and a … Continue reading "Why the holiday multitasking habit is not productive or healthy"

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How to develop your personal brand story with Chelsea Krost

Do you have a “personal brand” yet? You’ve probably heard that you need one. Yet, if you’re like most people, you have no idea where to start. I have a fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Chelsea Krost, to shed some light on the subject. After all, she’s the expert! Chelsea recommends using a formula she calls the “Three … Continue reading "How to develop your personal brand story with Chelsea Krost"

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How to make difficult conversations more approachable and productive

Do you hate having difficult conversations? There have been a number of “hot button” topics lately that often create unnecessary tension and walls between people. While we do need to have these difficult conversations, we need to focus on making them productive, rather than destructive. My fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor and director of the American Negotiation Institute, Kwame Christian, … Continue reading "How to make difficult conversations more approachable and productive"

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Why names and numbers attract more traffic to your LinkedIn profile

“How can I make my LinkedIn profile stand out?” Your LinkedIn profile is a major tool for landing a great client or dream job. You probably already know this and just need help making it productive.

Why overreacting hurts your focus and how to stop doing it

Take a deep breath and reduce your risk of overreacting.   Have you ever wished you could go back in time and take back your reaction? While you can’t do that, you CAN take control of your emotional reactions going forward. I’ve asked my friend and fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Gemma Leigh Roberts, to share … Continue reading "Why overreacting hurts your focus and how to stop doing it"

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How to avoid a common mistake made during a Zoom meeting

“Hey, Josh, we can’t hear you…check your mic. Heather, you froze up.” Sound familiar? If you’re one of the millions that have attended a Zoom meeting this year, you’re probably rolling your eyes and groaning in shared misery right now. Zoom meetings are awkward enough without all the technical difficulties, late arrivals, and disorganized chaos. That’s why … Continue reading "How to avoid a common mistake made during a Zoom meeting"

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Why you need to be aware of your unconscious bias

“Frat guys want to party more than they want to work.” We’re often unaware when we make a biased decision. So, how do you stop something you’re doing subconsciously? I reached out to a fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Stacey A. Gordon, to discuss this issue. Stacey’s course, Unconscious Bias, offers several solutions on how to avoid making these … Continue reading "Why you need to be aware of your unconscious bias"

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