In 2009 Toronto started charging five cents for plastic bags at retail stores. The reduction in plastic bags was significant, exceeding the prediction. I learned this while collaborating with the Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA) to implement a number of “green”…
Category: Productivity
Moving Furniture, Changing Perspective
Recently I relocated a secretary desk from one room to another. It wasn’t a seismic change. However, it was enough to get a fresh perspective on two rooms. I had space in both rooms, so luckily only the one piece…
A (somewhat) Promising Customer Service Experience
Last week I had a minor fender bender. Importantly, nobody was hurt. As the other car owner wisely said, it’s just metal and we can fix that. I haven’t been in any kind of a car accident since the 1990’s.…
The Future of Email
A few years ago, or maybe even closer to ten, my profession was buzzing with the end of email. Around this time messaging on social media, or other alternatives, was gaining popularity. I recall one colleague telling me that he…
Productivity Tip: The Mini-Prep
A long time ago I learned the value of prepping ahead. Lately, I’ve started wondering how much prep is really necessary to make a difference. Some evenings I’m too tired to do anything that would help me get a jump…