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Which work assignments you should delegate

26-07-2022

During the week, we get dozens of notifications from Telegram, Skype, and email work contacts. These messages concern various tasks which have to be done if not immediately, then in the future. Our instinct is to jump at the new assignments. Consequently, we often find ourselves distracted from things that require our maximum performance. The workload can be so overwhelming that we have no choice but to delegate some of our responsibilities to coworkers.

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Easy to follow multitasking tips

26-07-2022

Modern people are always busy. We constantly have to complete working assignments, pay the bills, buy food and visit the doctor's office from time to time. Because of this, we often have to switch between tasks. For example send out emails to business partners, talk on the phone with new clients or plan a vacation. This kind of stress is not a problem for people who know how to have the ability to multitask.

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How To Beat Procrastination

26-07-2022

Everybody is sometimes guilty of postponing important assignments. People often believe that they have unlimited time for work. The deadline draws near, while tasks remain unfinished. Chronic procrastination can lead to serious consequences: from scolding to losing the job. With that said, there a few advice on how to stop procrastinating. Dealing with procrastination begins with finding the root of the problem.

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How To Properly Prioritize Work Tasks

26-07-2022

Recurring changes in the work plan constantly disturb the list of priorities. This can lead to negative consequences in productivity and team progress, irrational time management and missed deadlines. Is there a way to stay on top of things and make time for everything?

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How To Beat The Time Deficit Trap

26-07-2022

It seems that nowadays more people suffer from a sense of a lack of time, fall into a trap of panic and procrastination. The chance of getting back on track gets smaller with each passing deadline. Important things get delayed, while tasks with no significant long-term gain become a top priority. For example, you start cleaning your house while ignoring a week-old assignment.

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