In this document, I discuss my fondness for spreadsheets, particularly Excel, and how I use it not for number crunching, but for text manipulation. I share how Excel can be a powerful tool for consolidating or splitting up text. I provide a detailed walkthrough on how to put text together using the ampersand (&) as a concatenation tool. Then, I demonstrate how to pull text apart using the Text To Columns tool. This tool is especially useful when you need to extract specific information from a chunk of text. I conclude by emphasizing that Excel is not just for numbers and can save you from having to manually retype text.
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In this post, I’ve explored the concept of “yak shaving”, a term in programming that refers to the seemingly endless chain of small tasks that need to be completed before getting to the main task at hand. I’ve shared examples from internet research to household chores, and even my own recent work experiences, to illustrate how easy it is to get caught up in yak shaving. I’ve also discussed how the so-called “2 minute rule” can sometimes lead to this phenomenon. Ultimately, the goal is to stay focused on what truly matters and avoid unnecessary distractions.
In this post, I’ve shared my strategies for dealing with an overwhelming task list. I’ve discussed the importance of questioning each task’s necessity and the role of task delegation. I’ve also shared my unique method of sorting tasks into different ‘parking lots’ based on their urgency and importance, which helps me prioritize tasks effectively and stay productive.
In this document, I share my experience of feeling desperate for a break and how I dealt with it. I noticed my energy levels were down due to stress, lack of exercise, poor sleep, and nutrition. Instead of forcing myself to rectify these issues, I decided to assess my energy on a day-by-day basis. I also cut down on my tasks, asking myself if each task was absolutely necessary or could wait. Finally, I gave myself permission to take a break, something I often struggle with. I emphasize that it’s okay to step back and take a break.
I now avoid feature bloat in purchases, only buying what I truly need, after a costly coffee pot incident.
It has been said that a picture is worth 1,000 words. Since we can distill complex thoughts into single images, it makes sense that we can use images to represent our desires. Dream boards, which are collections of things you want, are a collage of images and words that we can look at to remind us of what we are seeking.
Today we will learn how to make a dream board with Canva.
Our 30 day challenge this month is to rise early. But rising before the dawn doesn’t net you anything if you don’t put that uninterrupted time to use. And even if you aren’t doing the challenge, you can still craft a productive morning routine that helps set the tone for the day.
I’ve worked on and off with early rising and morning routines for years. But as a night owl, it is hard for me to function in the morning. Even as I write this, I am fighting the impulse to go back to bed and get another hour’s sleep. But I know that if I do cave, I will miss the satisfaction of getting important things done before I face the rest of my day. So here’s how you can craft a meaningful morning routine.