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 Education on the GoWe’re all looking for ways to be more productive in life, so is "The Productivity Project" author Chris Bailey. In fact, he’s tried out nearly every tip, trick or tool out there – so you don’t have to.
Bailey shared some of the tactics he uses in the Game Changer session "Be More Awesome: A Fresh Approach to Productivity."
Productivity is not about getting more done faster. Instead, Bailey said it’s about doing things intentionally and with purpose. Bailey even offered a new definition of productivity: accomplishing what we intend to do. So whether that’s getting through your inbox or relaxing on the beach, you are productive if you successfully completed the goal that you’ve intended to accomplish during any given time.
Bailey said there are three tactics in particular that he uses to maximize his productivity.
1. Use the rule of three: Each day, week and so on, ask yourself (and write down) what three things you intend to accomplish in that day. This doesn’t necessarily include all the minutiae on your to-do list – those things still need to get done – but this helps you prioritize those tasks.
2. Beat procrastination: Think about what you’re putting off right now. There are a few ways to help retrain your brain to get that task done. Try imagining that you’re assigning that job to your future self (who probably doesn't want to do the job either). Also count the costs of delaying that task. Then define the very next thing you have to do, and take smaller steps until you accomplish the original goal.
3. Overcome distractions: Our attention is the most valuable resource we have, and we should protect it. It’s much easier to deal with interruptions and distractions before they happen. Try to reduce distractions – particularly those that involve email, which can be the biggest disruption in your life – in advance.
   Never say no is one of the main rules of improv comedy. While you can’t never say no in your organization, you can still create a culture of yes.
Galen Emanuele with Shift Yes used the five main tenets of improv comedy to show attendees how they can build a culture where all ideas and people are respected in "Create a ‘Yes, And’ Team Culture of Engagement and Performance." They are:
1. Say yes.
2. Listen and be present.
3. Make others look good.
4. Embrace change and failure.
5. Be positive.
Emanuele had the audience try out different improv exercises that made for lots of laughs, but they also served as examples of how by listening and being more intentional in our conversations we create a culture that is open and engaged. That kind of culture makes people in your organization feel able to bring forward new, out-of-the-box ideas – even if they are ideas that won’t work.
It is possible to say yes to a person, but no to an idea, Emanuele said. In most cases, it’s not as important if you say yes or no, but how you say yes or no.
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About Town
#ASAE17 attendees were treated to a culinary tour of Canada as cities and provinces from across the country greeted everyone at the Closing Reception. Drinks and local delicacies were available, there were games and giveaways, and guests got the chance to explore and enjoy the best parts of Canada – without leaving Roundhouse Park. And it all took place as live band Dwayne Gretzky played everyone's favorite hits. It was certainly a fun and memorable way to close our another great Annual Meeting! See everyone in Chicago on August 18-21, 2018! Other Resources |
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