Learn tried-and-tested methods for optimal personal productivity!
Ever find yourself more than a bit overwhelmed by the constant influx of e-mail and reminders as well as the ever-present calendars, to-do lists, miscellaneous paper, and sticky notes? Add to that, myriad devices that were originally intended to make us more efficient, but in reality, only end up forcing us to juggle even more. Our brains aren't wired for all this, but we can learn to be productive. Personal Productivity Secrets gives you everything you need to know to be organized, in control, and to get things done:
* Understand how your brain absorbs, organizes, and filters the daily deluge of information, and learn to trick your brain into being more productive
* Appreciate the difference between "Time Management" and "Attention Management" and create workflow processes that help you defend your attention
* Create a plan for navigating endless technology options, and implement tools that will keep you productive, focused and in control
Personal Productivity Secrets reveals updated and vital information for achieving your significant results, and being as productive as you can be in a fast-paced, technology-driven society.
Maura Nevel Thomas
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"This book is a reference guide for changing your life to beingsane and peaceful and I find myself picking it up time and timeagain to bring another area back into alignment. I have by no meansaccomplished everything that I know this book will help me to dobut I am thrilled with the results so far..."--DaniMeyer, The Adventure Bite blog
"In Personal Productivity Secrets, topics range from howto use an online calendar, address book and e-mail, to how to bestuse an online storage tool, to-do lists and a capture tool, allassisting you with regaining that focus and control, bringing youpeace of mind, success and fulfillment. Whether you feel you needto make a drastic change in your life or you feel you have ittogether for the most part, Thomas can help."--MollyMcManus, Austin Woman Magazine"Thomas' book goes far beyond the 'how' of being productive andprovides a whole lot of 'why,' delving into the nature of moderngadgets, media, software, social networks, and more. Highlyrecommended for those who feel they and their brains aren't on thesame page."
--Kevin Purdy, Writer and former Contributing Editor atLifehacker
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