The word "balance” suggests a static state: work time on one side and personal time on the other. But real life is dynamic.

The job of the financial advisor (from the firm’s point of view) is to help clients while also ringing the cash register. The day’s plan should list how you intend to get this done. I would prioritize ...

The Eisenhower Matrix is a simple planning tool with four quadrants. It essentially divides all your tasks by two criteria: ...

The order in which you tackle your to-do list is important. By using the Eisenhower Matrix, you can organize your tasks by how urgent they are and how important they are—two factors that might overlap ...

Prioritizing work can be frustrating, especially if you work for a hands-off manager or a company that doesn’t give you clear goals. Most of us face this reality each and every day. The frequently ...

I just got promoted and now my role is all over the place. I don't think my manager knows what the priorities are. How do I keep my career on track? – Graphic Designer First of all, congratulations on ...

Inc.com columnist Alison Green answers questions about workplace and management issues–everything from how to deal with a micromanaging boss to how to talk to someone on your team about body odor. A ...

Life can feel like a juggling act, can’t it? Between work deadlines, family responsibilities, and the endless stream of notifications on your phone, it’s easy to feel like you’re barely keeping your ...

If you live with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, you know firsthand how this condition affects your brain. One of the biggest impacts is the way ADHD can make it difficult to ...

She’s missing deadlines while doing less important tasks. Inc.com columnist Alison Green answers questions about workplace ...