Teamwork makes the dream work. Nothing makes work more enjoyable than doing what you love with a group of people you like. But sometimes getting into a good rhythm can be a challenge. Whether you’re incorporating someone new to a team or building a cracker-jack lineup...
Facing the Unexpected
Now more than ever we’re reminded that life is full of ups and downs, and that many of those changes are brought on by the unexpected. When things don’t go as planned, it’s tempting to remain stubborn and stay the course. It also might be tempting to throw in the...
Why Paper Planners Are Here to Stay
One of my favorite parts of starting any new school year was receiving a new paper planner. After getting my schedule, I’d flip past the list of international holidays and a map of the United States and then carefully write out where I’d be and when for the upcoming...
De-mine Your Life and Avoid Blowing Your ONE Thing off the Rails
There are a million different apps, programs, books, journals – all designed to help you be your most productive self. It’s easy to buy a new alarm clock, plot out your month in a new planner, and feel like you’ve set yourself up for success. And, to a certain extent,...
Kick Ass Guide®: Everything You need to Know About Accountability
Accountability means taking responsibility for your success. The accountable person is focused, action-oriented, and more self-reliant and confident than those who aren’t. While keeping an eye on the outcomes they desire, they lock-in on the actions and steps that...
How to Stop Multitasking to Boost Your Productivity
Sometimes when we talk to new readers about how to stop multitasking, we get some weird looks. “Why would I want to stop? It’s way more productive, and everyone on my team does it! I wouldn’t even know how to stop, and I would just get behind.” Unfortunately,...
Bridge the Gap in Your Life
Shon Kokoszka, President of MAPS Business Coaching, had three goals for attendees when he stepped on stage at a recent ONE Thing presentation. 1. Discover any ineffectiveness in three areas of your life – your relationship to yourself, your relationship to your team,...
Let the Games Begin: An Olympic Nod to Physical Health around the World
When it comes to physical health, the world is an open gym – no membership required! So as the winter games kick off this weekend, here’s an international nod to finding ways to get physical all year round – including tips to find a mentor in each. Canada – Hockey...
The Who’s Who of Health in 2013
In recent years there has been a significant shift in health awareness. We now understand the dangers of obesity, which affects 18% of children and 35.7% of adults. There has been a movement to forgo processed, microwave meals for fresh fruits, vegetables and meats....