In August 2024, I had the privilege to speak at the Toastmasters International Convention in Anaheim and succeeded in becoming the first Accredited Speaker in New Zealand, (one of only 95 every award worldwide).
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Top Time Tip – Saying No
The word ‘No’ is one of your most powerful time management strategies. Most people find it difficult to say ‘No’, but doing so allows you more time to say ‘Yes’ to the things that are really important. There is however a caveat to this and two things to avoid with saying ‘No’. Listen in to hear what they are… I … Read More
Study Tips For Students (of all ages!)
When you write down your goals it becomes easier to know where your priorities lie. You can then, with greater ease, stay focused when seductive time stealers such as TV, friends or a sunny day try to lure you away.
Top Time Tip – Interruptions
Interruptions are one of the biggest time-stealers in our days.
Did you know that it can take 10-20 times the length of an interruption to get back on track and back in flow?
That 30 second quick question might take you 5-10 minutes to recover from!
Here is one specific practical tip you can use to take charge of interruptions so they don’t take over.
Top Time Tip – 4 Keys to Planning and Prioritising
Would you love to achieve more in less time? To get everything ticked off your list, feel satisfied with what you’ve acomplished and be able to ‘switch off’ and totally recharge? Listen in to today’s one minute video to hear the four keys to planning and prioritising well. What small step could you take today to help you get a grip on … Read More
How to Reduce Meeting Time & Save Heaps of Money
An article by Getting a Grip founder, Robyn Pearce. Through the pandemic one thing that didn’t change, was the number of meetings. For many, there have been even more. Perhaps you were one of the many who felt Zoomed out! The major difference was location. Possibly you had to work around home schooling demands, family members interrupting your concentration, the … Read More
Top Time Tip – Dealing with Physical Distractions
“Every piece of paper, information or equipment lying around is a symptom of a decision not made or an action not completed.” – Robyn Pearce Think about that for a moment. It’s confronting, but true. Listen in to today’s time tip, to hear why it’s so vital to declutter your workspace, to declutter your mind (and see Robyn Pearce passing … Read More
Top Time Tip – Weekly Planning
Very few people do weekly planning effectively. Today’s tip is about helping you get the most out of your week by strategically planning the week and scheduling in realistic blocks of time for your top priorities. Step one – Identify the top three things you want to achieve next week. (What’s really going to make a difference?) Step two – … Read More
How A Good Manager Makes Themselves Redundant!
An article by Getting a Grip founder, Robyn Pearce. Ok, using the word ‘redundant’ may cause some people to pull their knees up to their chests and rock gently backwards and forwards… but don’t let that be you. The kind of ‘redundant’ I am talking about can only be a good thing! I want to help you get a grip … Read More
10 Keys to Great Online Meetings
This is an excerpt from Lauren Parsons’ book “Pitfalls and Positives of Remote Work: How to maintain a thriving connected team even when you’re spread apart.” You can download a complimentary copy here. 1. HAVE FEWER MEETINGS First, decide whether you really need a meeting. If there’s no clear purpose, skip it. Find a better way. If you do meet, … Read More
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