Category Archives: The Time Diet

5 Things To Do In 30 Minutes Per Day

Posted on June 17, 2013 by

If you absolutely needed to, could you find an extra 30 minutes in your day? That extra half an hour might not seem like much, but if you make the time each day, it can add up to a lot … Continue reading →

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The Real Reason You Weren’t Productive Today

Posted on June 10, 2013 by

We’ve all looked at a lengthy to-do list and wondered, “What in the world should I do first?” Sometimes, however, we know what we should do first, we just don’t want to do it because it’s difficult, time consuming, or … Continue reading →

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Would You Survive the 24-hour Smartphone Challenge?

Posted on June 3, 2013 by

I am addicted to my smartphone. There, I said it. Every time I pull it out of my purse, I feel like a 5-year old on Christmas morning. I slide my finger across the unlock screen in gleeful anticipation of … Continue reading →

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Are You a Workaholic?

Posted on May 27, 2013 by

Are you a workaholic? Do you walk that fine line between loving your job and being obsessed with your job? A workaholic, in short, is someone who is addicted to work, not simply an ambitious person who works hard. Knowing … Continue reading →

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The 5-Minute Rule in 3 Easy Steps

Posted on May 20, 2013 by

Look at your to-do list. Have you been staring at the same tiny tasks, day after day, putting them off until the infamous “later?” What if I told you those tasks are actually wasting your time? The time spent worrying … Continue reading →

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Moms: The Ultimate Time Managers

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

This past weekend we celebrated mothers. You know, those magical people who always seem to find the 25th hour in the day to get everything done. I’m not a mom yet, but I’m privileged to know some incredible women who … Continue reading →

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10 Productive Things To Do During Commercial Breaks

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

Watching your favorite show on TV can be a fun, relaxing Dessert in your schedule. I usually advise people to make their relaxing time a work-free zone, but we’ve all had those evenings when we need to squeeze in as … Continue reading →

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3 Tips for Speedy Spring Cleaning

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

I hate spring cleaning, so when we begin that yearly chore, I want it done fast. Try these three tips to streamline your efforts and get rid of that dust and dirt as efficiently as possible. 1. Tackle Clutter First … Continue reading →

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How To Turn “Meaning To” Into “Done”

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

“I’ve been meaning to get to that!” Have you uttered that phrase recently? When we say this, it’s usually our way of saying, “Hey, look, I know that what you’re asking of me is important, and it’s been on my … Continue reading →

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Are You a Time Management Carnivore?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by

-Do the most important task on your to-do list first. -Everything on my list is important. -What now? When I started The Time Diet almost three years ago, my goal was to combat this type of thinking. The “priority paralysis” … Continue reading →

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