focus: the power of a smaller work focus (02.2010 : v0.2) When you set your sights on a large target, broad in scope, you spread yourself thin. This is why the best companies are those with a laser focus. They do less, but they do it better. Apple is a good example of this — […]
focus: a simple system for getting amazing things done (02.2010 : v0.2) If all of the chapters and tips in this book overwhelm you, don’t worry. You can read this chapter alone and it’ll be sufficient. This chapter outlines my current way of working, and it’s a simple system for Getting Amazing Things Done. In […]
I just received an e-mail from Leo Babauta that had the link I needed to continue on with his latest ebook. Enjoy this week’s installment. focus: focus rituals (08.2009 : v0.1) Focus and creating is about more than just disconnecting. You can be connected and focus too, if you get into the habit of blocking […]
It all started several months ago when one of the techs at work offered to sell me one of his computers. Techie Boy has lots of electronic toys and didn’t need all his computers. My computer was from the dark ages, so I said, “Let’s do it.” I’d been clinging to my ancient machine, because I […]
On Mondays I’m going to focus on Leo Babauta of Zen Habits and mnmlist.com, author of The Power of Less. He is in the process of writing a new book and is once again sharing it with us. Leo has an uncopyright policy and is generous in the sharing of his works. Thank you, Leo. […]
I’m definitely spoiled. Here on the island I always have my lovely beach where I can kick back and enjoy the sun, sand and surf. We’re supposed to be getting another cold front passing through this week, so it’ll be too cold to sit out under the palms. I’ve discovered a FlyLady video which […]
It is time for a FIRST Wild Card Tour book review! If you wish to join the FIRST blog alliance, just click the button. We are a group of reviewers who tour Christian books. A Wild Card post includes a brief bio of the author and a full chapter from each book toured. The reason […]
Dreams That Won’t Let Go by Stacy Hawkins Adams ESSENCE BESTSELLING AUTHOR RELEASES NEW BOOK: Sometimes you have to come home to discover who you are… ISLAND BREEZES Dreams, both hoped for and lost, fuel this book. The members of this family have spent years bottling up their dreams. Frustration, fears, […]
The Choice By Suzanne Woods Fisher With a vibrant, fresh style Suzanne Woods Fisher brings readers into the world of a young Amish woman torn between following the man she loves–or joining the community of faith that sustains her, even as she questions some of the decisions of her elders. Her choice begins a torrent […]