by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
If you are outside the legal profession (and missed the John Grisham novel in the 90’s), then you may not be familiar with the term rainmaker. A rainmaker is someone who is superior at finding, nurturing, and closing business deals. They bring in...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
I am a huge proponent of “use what you have” with regards to electronic time and task management. There are several reasons for this: The whistles and bells of task management tools aren’t nearly as important as habitual use of the thing The basic needs of a task...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
I was recently interviewed by leadership expert Bob Dragone for a podcast. Bob asked me the following question: What do you think are the biggest problems companies have that affect productivity? I’m ashamed to say that I rarely sit down and think about...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
I am so lucky to have the opportunity to speak to people across the country. I returned to one of my clients, an automobile assembly plant, to deliver a day-long productivity seminar. However, I wasn’t the only productivity expert in the room! The...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
Being interrupted at work is a pet peeve for many professionals, and can make tasks take longer to complete. The reality is that interruptions will happen – it’s the nature of the workplace. Additionally, not all interruptions are bad. A more realistic goal is to...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
My best friend has recommended the book Eat This, Not That! to me several times. Have I read it? No. But, I like the concept: there are certain foods you should avoid and replace with healthier options. Tell that to my son. And my husband. And me. Anyway…...
