Priyadarshini Manikyaraju’s Post

When's the last time your routine went haywire? Early last year, I settled into a new writing routine. After getting up and ready, I head to a local café, plug in my laptop, and write for three hours. It’s easy enough to tune out the other patrons and get lost in the world of whatever I’m writing, and it gives me a break from sitting in front of my computer at home. But today, within five minutes of booting up my computer, I knocked over my (full) cup of coffee, coating everything on my table with a light roast/half and half mixture. When an employee came over with rags to help me wipe everything down, she offered words of consolation: It’s Monday. My first thought, which I said aloud, was, “I hope this isn’t an indication of how the rest of the week will go.” But…what if it is? What if my whole week is full of unexpected inconveniences that require unexpected reactions. What if I’m forced out of my routine? What if every moment offers a chance to be different than the one I experienced at this same time last week? The reality is it does. It’s not the inconvenience of accidents that makes our world different, it’s us that keeps our world the same. Take a different route to work. Drink tea with breakfast instead of coffee. Change shades of lipstick. Wear sneakers. Don’t wear sneakers. Adopt a puppy or a cat. Rearrange the furniture. Dictate a chapter instead of typing it. Read instead of watching TV. Any one of these changes can send a ripple effect into our routines and cause us to see things differently. Maybe, instead of getting upset when something unexpected happens, we should celebrate. Yes! I spilled my coffee! Now everything about today from this point forward will be unexpected! Maybe accidents are like bird poop: annoying in the moment but good luck for a year. Maybe inconvenience is the wake-up call that forces us to see and do things differently, even if only for the five minutes it takes to deal with the mess, before we settle in to do what we set out to do. #mondaymotivation #creativity #productivity

On January 1st, I made a slight change in my morning routine which has made a difference in how I envision the rest of my day. I’ve never been one to keep a wall or day calendar around. I usually just stick with Google Calendar to keep me on task and organized. While shopping after the holidays, however, I found the “Jeopardy!” calendar in the pic on sale. I picked it up with the reasoning that it would keep me mentally sharp and give me a sense of optimism about the day should I come up with the correct question for that day. Turns out it something I should have done a long time ago! The new forever morning routine following the groan that goes with the alarm going off at 4:00 am is… 1) Peeing 2) Heading straight for the calendar to get that morning’s “Jeopardy!” clue If I come up with the correct question, it’s going to be a good day and I feel energized facing it. If not, it might not be the best of days, but I also don’t default to feeling a sense of catastrophe. It might not be an accurate barometer every day, but it has improved my attitude. Today has been a generally good day which began with me knowing, “What is a luau?” Do you have a part of your morning routine that keeps you feeling positive about the day ahead? ⬇️LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW AND TELL ME⬇️ #mindset #positivity #voiceover #voiceactor #commercials #explainervideo #elearning #videoproduction

𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼-𝗱𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿? ◽ Scheduling a doctor's appointment ◽ Book a vacation (flights + hotel) ◽ Calling your mom and dad ◽ Cleaning the garage ◽ Washing the car ◽ Paying bills ◽ Laundry  ◽ Dishes A common productivity hack is ‘do what you love’ Work in a field you are passionate about Choosing the right project for you But we’re not all so lucky It’s called life To clear your headspace from tasks Follow those 3 simple hacks: 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲 - 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐤 If you’re overwhelmed by one task  there's no point in trying to finish them all 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞, 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 & 𝐇𝐨𝐰 Don’t think in general abstract terms (I'll do it today) Make a specific and concrete  plan of where, when and how you’re going to take action 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 The minute you hit the procrastination wall Your brain starts to negotiate with you That’s your cue to take action Like right now!   💚 Share to help others 💚 Follow for more useful science backed strategies to beat procrastination #procrastination #productivity #todoist #productivityhacks

𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐢-𝐲𝐚𝐲, #linkedin 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦! Remember: Deadlines can wait. Emails after 4 PM? Who's even reading them? Office coffee tastes better when it signals the weekend. Here's your Friday Survival Guide: 1️⃣ Pretend to work while planning your weekend. 2️⃣ Nod knowingly in meetings (even if you're thinking about pizza). 3️⃣ Clock out mentally at lunch. Happy Friday, folks! Let’s crush it... or, you know, lightly tap it till 5 PM. #friday #fun #workhumor #weekend #vibes #planning #linkedin

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Color-coding my calendar is one of the best things I did to manage my stress and time! 😁 This way, I can easily visualize where I put my time. (And see if there is anything I need to adjust based on what I want to happen.). Here are the color codes I use: 1. Gray: Working on my business (i.e. admin, social media, connecting with people) 2. Sage: Coaching, Meetings 3. Yellow: Self-development 4. Blueberry: Sleep, Naps, Recharge 5. Flamingo: Meals 6. Red: Socialize with loved ones (i.e. family, friends) 7. Basil: Other important stuff 8. Tangerine: Exercise / Movement 9. Purple: Bedtime Routine It feels difficult at first to do this, but it gets easier when you are consistent. 😁 #stress #stressmanagement #executives #resilience #calendar #googlecalendar

🎙️ Friday Feels: Life According to Trata 😂 Happy Friday, everyone! 🎉 It’s not all serious business around here—sometimes we get hit with requests that make us laugh out loud. Here are some highlights from this week: Caller: “How do I politely leave a Zoom call that should’ve been an email?” Trata: “Just say, ‘Sorry, I think I’m frozen'.” 🧊 Caller: “How do I look productive when my video’s off?” Trata: “Just drop phrases like, ‘Let’s double-click on that,’ or, ‘We can take it offline.’” 🧠 Caller: “Trata, how do I survive another ‘team-building’ activity?” Trata: “Smile, nod, and pretend to enjoy ‘Two Truths and a Lie.’” 🥴 Caller: “How do I convince my dog that 6 AM walks aren’t mandatory?” 🐕 Trata: “Try telling him it’s a holiday... Good luck.” 🎄 Caller: “Can you find out why I still get ‘Reply All’ emails?” Trata: “The mystery of corporate life... unsolved since 1995.” 🕵️♂️ Sure, we love solving real problems—but moments like these make it worth it. Got something unusual for us? We’re ready! Enjoy the weekend, folks! 🌞 #AIHumor #TrataAIInAction #FridayFun #CustomerExperience

Happy World Smile Day! 😊 Let’s spread some positivity and joy today. Remember, a smile can make someone’s day a little brighter. And if managing your admin is wiping that smile away, I’m here to help lighten your load! Let's keep those smiles going strong! 🌟 #KeepSmiling #SpreadPositivity #RidgebackVA #HappyFriday #WorkLifeBalance #HalaxySupport #AdminSupport

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Ever heard the phrase, “But they needed me”? It’s one of the quickest ways to lose focus. Imagine you’re in a meeting with your largest client, would you allow interruptions? Of course not. Your time is valuable. Treat it with the same respect you give others’. Protecting your rhythm is essential to getting meaningful work done. How can you start valuing your own time as much as you value everyone else’s? #keynotekevin #businessgrowthspecialist #time #protectyourtime