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The Instant Productivity Kit: 21 Simple Ways to Get More Out of Your Job, Yourself and Your Life, Immediately
"After taking your program, my life has really taken a turn for the better."
-Daniel Lynn, Program Manager, Sun Microsystems
"Do not apply the concepts of this book unless you are prepared to welcome a boost in your productivity and experience greater mastery over the daily fire-hose blast of work life!" – Andy Billings, Vice-President, EA University, Electronic Arts/EA Sports
Organization expert Len Merson's strategy for managing information flow and structuring workspace helps readers establish a healthy discipline and gain more control of their time-for the rest of their lives! Readers will learn how to set realistic goals that create more time for the things that really matter-family, recreation, hobbies and personal time.
The book teaches readers how
- Maintain a clutter-free desktop-not a "wallpaper" of to-do lists
- Go home every day with an empty email Inbox and all important calls answered
- Measurably increase productivity, make fewer mistakes and employ more creativity on the job and in life
- Enjoy reduced stress levels and the freedom to live an optimal life
-Daniel Lynn, Program Manager, Sun Microsystems
"Do not apply the concepts of this book unless you are prepared to welcome a boost in your productivity and experience greater mastery over the daily fire-hose blast of work life!" – Andy Billings, Vice-President, EA University, Electronic Arts/EA Sports
Organization expert Len Merson's strategy for managing information flow and structuring workspace helps readers establish a healthy discipline and gain more control of their time-for the rest of their lives! Readers will learn how to set realistic goals that create more time for the things that really matter-family, recreation, hobbies and personal time.
The book teaches readers how
- Maintain a clutter-free desktop-not a "wallpaper" of to-do lists
- Go home every day with an empty email Inbox and all important calls answered
- Measurably increase productivity, make fewer mistakes and employ more creativity on the job and in life
- Enjoy reduced stress levels and the freedom to live an optimal life
- GenresNonfictionSelf Help
229 pages, Paperback
First published July 1, 2005
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January 26, 2018
Unplanned read, but very short and easy.
Much of the info is outdated in 2018, however some of the concepts can be adjusted or tweaked to current conditions.
I feel this book defines productivity a bit differently than we are used to thinking of.
Main focus of this book is how to not be overwhelmed by the physical disorganisation, chaos, how not to drown under a ton of paperwork and how to organize your workspace, more that what you're actually working on. Workspace = physical and virtual (I did not like the virtual one - seems to me as more chaos creating... or maybe I did not understand all the file and folder talk...)
Keeping a neat workspace is important and helpful and being organized is crucial to your productivity, it is however not all productivity is.
I liked the Turtle stack idea, as well as the pending stack, even if adjusted to maybe be an excel file with two sheets on your PC, instead of a physical one.
The book touches a bit on keeping a positive work attitude and handling interruptions as well, keeping one calendar.
Much of the info is outdated in 2018, however some of the concepts can be adjusted or tweaked to current conditions.
I feel this book defines productivity a bit differently than we are used to thinking of.
Main focus of this book is how to not be overwhelmed by the physical disorganisation, chaos, how not to drown under a ton of paperwork and how to organize your workspace, more that what you're actually working on. Workspace = physical and virtual (I did not like the virtual one - seems to me as more chaos creating... or maybe I did not understand all the file and folder talk...)
Keeping a neat workspace is important and helpful and being organized is crucial to your productivity, it is however not all productivity is.
I liked the Turtle stack idea, as well as the pending stack, even if adjusted to maybe be an excel file with two sheets on your PC, instead of a physical one.
The book touches a bit on keeping a positive work attitude and handling interruptions as well, keeping one calendar.
October 8, 2021
Unplanned read, but very short and easy.
Much of the info is outdated in 2018, however some of the concepts can be adjusted or tweaked to current conditions.
I feel this book defines productivity a bit differently than we are used to thinking of.
Main focus of this book is how to not be overwhelmed by the physical disorganisation, chaos, how not to drown under a ton of paperwork and how to organize your workspace, more that what you're actually working on. Workspace = physical and virtual (I did not like the virtual one - seems to me as more chaos creating... or maybe I did not understand all the file and folder talk...)
Keeping a neat workspace is important and helpful and being organized is crucial to your productivity, it is however not all productivity is.
I liked the Turtle stack idea, as well as the pending stack, even if adjusted to maybe be an excel file with two sheets on your PC, instead of a physical one.
The book touches a bit on keeping a positive work attitude and handling interruptions as well, keeping one calendar.
Much of the info is outdated in 2018, however some of the concepts can be adjusted or tweaked to current conditions.
I feel this book defines productivity a bit differently than we are used to thinking of.
Main focus of this book is how to not be overwhelmed by the physical disorganisation, chaos, how not to drown under a ton of paperwork and how to organize your workspace, more that what you're actually working on. Workspace = physical and virtual (I did not like the virtual one - seems to me as more chaos creating... or maybe I did not understand all the file and folder talk...)
Keeping a neat workspace is important and helpful and being organized is crucial to your productivity, it is however not all productivity is.
I liked the Turtle stack idea, as well as the pending stack, even if adjusted to maybe be an excel file with two sheets on your PC, instead of a physical one.
The book touches a bit on keeping a positive work attitude and handling interruptions as well, keeping one calendar.
June 1, 2019
Some helpful actionable ideas which I am doing. A paper stack of admin type tasks which is quickly reviewed and reprioritized daily best for me. Also good text on brainstorming to action Plan. Dpl e book via total BooX
February 19, 2011
When I read other reviews I was skeptical that a book could help me be more productive. But, I knew that I needed help and I decided to buy and read this book. I am so impressed with the help and guidance given in this short manual, I recommend it highly to everyone. I was able to quickly purge my office and workspace and organize my projects and work. Read It!
November 4, 2008
I wish I could practice the lessons in this book. I found it helpful when using the methods, but I quickly slid back to old habits.
September 24, 2011
I really enjoyed the book and I use many of the tools and techniques every day.
March 29, 2013
A should-read book on how to be productive in your job as your manage your career.
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