February went by fast, didn’t it? Between Kansas weather trying to decide what it wants to do and the seeming death of my laptop (time for it to go into the shop), February was a very strange month. But, I … Read the rest
Author: R. L. Bowen
What I’ve Been Working On – January
January has been an interesting month, full of your usual “getting started for the year”-type tasks. We had some freezing rain earlier this month, and I’ve been settling into the new routine for the year. It’s a fresh year, and … Read the rest
Happy New Year 2017!
Happy New Year! Things have been quite busy here, and I’ll update soon with the various projects I’ve been working on. I have some more productivity tips to share in the new year, and I’m hoping to share some fun … Read the rest
What I’ve Been Working On – October Edition
So…I came down with the creeping crud. Fever, headache, sore throat, joint aches…yuckiness. It’s particularly yucky since I have a lot to do, and being in bed resting really isn’t part of that plan. Plus, October kicks off the start … Read the rest
Equanimity and J.B. Dondolo’s Upcoming Gala Tickets On Sale Now!
It’s almost time for the 2nd annual Equanimity Awards Benefit Gala. This event, being held in Addison, Texas on October 14, 2016 will be the place to be if you’re in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Hosts Donnie Brown and Amy … Read the rest
How I Get Things Done Part III: Completing Tasks
It’s time to talk about how I go about accomplishing all of those goals and completing all the projects on my list. In the introduction of this series, I discussed my needs when it comes to a system for productivity. … Read the rest
How I Get Things Done Part II: My System
Now, we’re starting to get into the meat and potatoes of this series of posts. The introduction of this three-part series covered what I need to track and what my needs are for a to-do and productivity management system. The … Read the rest
What I’m Working On – September Edition
[This post was originally published in 2016. A lot has changed since then, but I’m keeping it here as a record of what all I’ve done over the years. For current info, check out my About page or Work & … Read the rest
How I Get Things Done Part I: Productivity Theorists Who Influenced My System
In my search for the best way to get things done, I read many books by productivity “gurus.” It seemed so easy. I would simply follow the guidelines in the book, and magically, I’d be productive. Of course, you and … Read the rest
How I Get Things Done: Introduction to My Series on Productivity
I’ve been asked many times how it is that I get all the things that I do done. Let me tell you a secret:
It isn’t easy.
I have a “productivity toolbox.” It’s a set of tools, theories, and techniques … Read the rest