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Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/how-to-set-unplannable-goals/ December 31, 2013 When pursuing a one-off goal, traditional goal-setting may be impossible. Rigor, however, isn’t. Surprisingly, actors and performers hold the answer to...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/ask-your-boss-for-a-development-plan/ January 23, 2013 Professional development starts by creating a development plan with your boss. If they don’t approach you, take the initiative to make sure that...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/how-to-start-a-new-job-part-2/ January 14, 2013 When starting a new job, agreeing on several basic processes with your boss will help you set yourself up for success. This is the second episode about...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/how-to-start-a-new-job-part-1/ January 7, 2013 When starting a new job, what you do first can become the backdrop for your entire career. The first step of setting yourself up for success at a new...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/how-to-study-part-2/ December 11, 2012 Did you know that you’re better at certain things at different times of the day? You can improve your study skills by paying attention to the rhythms of your...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/how-to-use-google-and-other-search-engines/ December 4, 2012 Improve your search results by using Get-It-Done Guy’s tips for Google search. Search engines! I just love search engines! No, I don’t. I...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/choosing-a-mentor/ November 26, 2012 Mentors can be essential to your career. You can’t just take anyone, however. You need to identify, approach, and maintain mentoring relationships carefully....

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/automating-your-life-using-systems/ November 12, 2012 A system is simply a repeatable process. You need to capture the process and make it efficient, however. Here’s how to take common tasks and turn...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/streamlining-emotional-communication/ November 6, 2012 If dealing with lots of difficult situations and emotional people is part of your job, it can get overwhelming. Get-It-Done Guy has tips on how...

Originally appeared on: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/qdtarchive/how-to-write-fast-and-type-fast/ October 29, 2012 If you want to write fast, set up your online environment so you eliminate distractions. Then make sure you find ways to type fast, even if your...