by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Apr 17, 2024 | Blog, Productivity, Time Management
The phrase “luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity” has been attributed to an ancient Roman philosopher named Seneca, but I think the updated version is a better fit for professionals today: Success is where preparation and opportunity meet. Sure,...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Apr 4, 2024 | Blog, Productivity, Time Management
April is Stress Awareness Month, which is kind of a funny name when you think about it. Most of the professionals I know seem pretty aware that they’re stressed, all year long. Granted, the people who come to me for help getting a grip on time...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Mar 15, 2024 | Blog, Time Management
Real estate professionals, it’s time: the busy spring season is once again upon us. Are you ready to close deals, satisfy clients and earn enough to treat yourself to a fantastic summer vacation? Or… are you anxious, stressed and already tired, just thinking about...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Feb 29, 2024 | Blog, Time Management
If you’re an attorney, consultant or other professional who uses billable hours, at least one of these scenarios probably sounds familiar: You’re so busy and are pulled in so many directions that you often fall short of your billable hour targets, even though...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Feb 15, 2024 | Blog, Procrastination, Productivity
As I always say, everyone’s wired differently. One person’s challenges with time management and productivity aren’t going to look exactly the same as someone else’s. But while you can’t do anything about how your brain is wired, you do have control over a lot of...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Jan 31, 2024 | Blog, Procrastination, Productivity
Want to Achieve Your 2024 Goals? Get Rid of 3 Things First February gets a bad rap. Yes, it’s dark by 5 p.m., and most of us don’t have any fun holidays to celebrate. Your next vacation might be months away. But this time of year can be pretty great,...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Jan 18, 2024 | Blog, Goals
Want to Achieve Your 2024 Goals? Get Rid of 3 Things First Do you remember a few years ago when Marie Kondo was everywhere? If you don’t, she’s a Japanese organizing expert who became hugely famous for her “KonMari” method. The idea is to tidy and organize your home...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Dec 22, 2023 | Blog, New Year, Productivity
So you’ve survived December! What now? How about a January that’s prosperous, balanced and joyful? One in which you feel like you’re actually doing your best and getting the most important stuff done and moving your business forward? One in which your time management...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Dec 15, 2023 | Blog, Goals
December can be a time of extremes. Hopefully, there are high highs: Moments when you can fully relax and enjoy time with all your favorite people. Delicious holiday food you only get once a year. A perfect (for you) New Year’s Eve. Depending on the nature of your...
by Sarah Reiff-Hekking | Nov 28, 2023 | Blog, Time Management
What are you willing to spend $100 on? It’s a pretty reasonable price for a dinner for two, a concert ticket, a nice piece of clothing or maybe a cell phone bill. For most of us, it’s way too much to spend on other things. You would probably never pay...