Audun Otterbech’s Post

My comments on the Ivy Lee method were featured in Well+Good online and it’s still as true now as it was last year. It’s an incredibly useful technique for preventing decision fatigue. I have personally been using this planning tool for a number of years now, and while it can be challenging, it’s worked wonders to reduce my overwhelm. You can read the full article here. https://lnkd.in/e_-vDCnT Tell me, have you ever tried the Ivy Lee method? Or do you have another way to avoid decision fatigue?

Sometimes when we work on large planning projects, process can get blocked due to group conflict. Using a process like the "Outcomes Identification Exercise" can helps groups move forward productively. Read this What Matters at Work blog post to learn more about this exercise. If you have used this approach or other approaches to move through conflict, share your experience in the comments. https://lnkd.in/gvVRWu2B

Ah, the humble checklist—the ultimate productivity tool and source of satisfaction. Who doesn’t love checking off those little boxes? It feels like a win every time! But while checklists are great for keeping us on track, they can also keep our heads down, missing out on the real wins: connecting with the people around us. Sure, checklists help us stay organized, but when we’re too focused on them, we stop paying attention to those who matter—whether it’s a colleague, a client, or even family. We’re not listening, we’re not engaging, and that’s where we lose out on building the relationships that truly help us thrive both at work and in life. 💪Keep your checklists in check by: - Adopting an others-focused mindset—shift your focus from the tasks to the people around you. Relationships move things forward in ways checklists never can. - Set time and space to focus on your checklist—block off time to tackle the tasks, but then put the list away so you can be fully present with the people in front of you. The real magic happens when we balance tasks and relationships. So, check your checklist, but don’t let it keep you from checking in with others! #activelistening #selfleadership #relationshipbuilding

A very timely read for a distractable mind such as mine. Peter Robinson from tms.co.nz shares his insights on how we can increase our productivity by making better use of our time using the 80:20 rule. My favourites: Time allocation. Time blocking. Eliminating distractions. It's nothing you haven't heard before, but it does serve as a great reminder of how we can use our time more effectively by adopting some simple, yet effective prioritisation techniques.

Everyone makes mistakes at work, but how you handle the aftermath matters. It's important to take pride in your work, commit to learning, and take responsibility for your actions. This will help you build a reputation for reliability and salvage trust with your team. #PersonalDevelopment #Mistakes #Communication https://lnkd.in/gq2s4rVq

“I’m being micromanaged.” This is one of the most common complaints we hear. It’s frustrating to have someone looking over your shoulder, scrutinizing your work, and dictating plans. In How to Deal with a Micromanaging Boss, our newest course on the Extreme Ownership Academy, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin walk you through the step-by-step process for overcoming this common workplace challenge. Learn these practical and proven tools to gain more freedom and ownership: https://lnkd.in/dH4i69Nd

Using the Eisenhower Matrix, tasks are categorized as important/urgent or not. If something falls under urgent and important, then it needs immediate attention; otherwise, there are alternative ways to manage it. How do you enhance #productivity in your daily tasks? #decisionmaking #timemanagement

Everyone makes mistakes at work, but how you handle the aftermath matters. It's important to take pride in your work, commit to learning, and take responsibility for your actions. This will help you build a reputation for reliability and salvage trust with your team. #PersonalDevelopment #Mistakes #Communication https://lnkd.in/gW-NS8FF

Everyone makes mistakes at work, but how you handle the aftermath matters. It's important to take pride in your work, commit to learning, and take responsibility for your actions. This will help you build a reputation for reliability and salvage trust with your team. #PersonalDevelopment #Mistakes #Communication https://lnkd.in/gTa3zrc2

Everyone makes mistakes at work, but how you handle the aftermath matters. It's important to take pride in your work, commit to learning, and take responsibility for your actions. This will help you build a reputation for reliability and salvage trust with your team. #PersonalDevelopment #Mistakes #Communication https://lnkd.in/gEnkVjHY