The Bill of Assertive Rights

Background The bill of assertive rights is 10 things that highlight the freedoms we have to be ourselves without disrespecting others. The 10 statements are choices that we have and, like many other rights that we have, are things that we are all entitled to. They help us to understand how and when we can … Read more

The Assertive Choice Triangle

Background The assertive choice triangle is a simple but effective way of helping us to understand what assertiveness is and how to apply it. It shows us that assertiveness is not a natural behaviour that we demonstrate, but a learnt behaviour that we must ‘switch on to use’. The assertive choice triangle shows us where … Read more

The 5 Levels of Listening

Background The 5 levels of listening by Stephen R. Covey clearly describes how effectively we listen. The 5 levels show how much we listen and how this ties into our ability to communicate effectively. By understanding the 5 levels of listening, we can improve our listening skills, build better relationships and communicate more effectively. The … Read more

How to Use the Pomodoro Technique ®

Background The Pomodoro Technique is a time management tool that helps us to work more productively. Developed in the 1980s by Francesco Cirillo, the technique has become widely used by people to increase the amount of work that they get done in shorter amounts of time. The principle of the Pomodoro Technique is a simple … Read more

How to Create a RACI Matrix

Background In this article, we look at how to create a RACI Matrix. A RACI matrix is a tool used in project management to assist with delegating tasks and supporting effective communication. This simple to use project management tool can save time and effort when it comes to organising resources and understanding who needs to … Read more

How to Prioritise Using the Action Priority Matrix

Background The Action Priority Matrix is a simple to use tool to help you to determine which tasks to work on. It helps with prioritisation and is a useful tool to help in effective time management. Unlike other prioritisation tools, the action priority matrix doesn’t use time or importance to priorities tasks. It means it … Read more

How to Set SMART Objectives

Background In this article, we look at how to set SMART objectives. SMART objectives or SMART goals help make objective and goal setting easy. They ensure your goals and objectives provide clarity and increase your chances of getting more things done. SMART objectives and goals are a key component of time management, performance management and … Read more

Performance Management Coaching Using the PRO-GROW Model

Background In this article, we look at performance management coaching using the PRO-GROW model. Performance management coaching is used when a team member is underperforming and a traditional coaching session has been used to try and rectify the performance. For this particular conversation, we use an approach that used the PRO-GROW model, an extended version … Read more

The 1 to 6 Method For Prioritising Tasks

Background The 1 to 6 method for prioritising tasks is a very simple but effective task prioritisation tool that will help you quickly work out what tasks you should be working on first. The idea was developed by us and used in our time management training courses. The 1 to 6 method for prioritising tasks … Read more

The ABCDE Method for Prioritising Tasks

Background In this article, we look at the ABCDE method for prioritising tasks. The ABCDE method was developed by Brian Tracy and is found in his best selling time management book Eat That Frog. The ABCDE method helps us to understand what tasks we should be working on, which tasks we should leave and which … Read more

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