Barbara Hemphill Podcast

Are you frustrated with someone else’s lack of organization? If so, listen as Barbara discusses some helpful tools that you can use, as well as attitude changes that you can make, in order to resolve any problems you might have living and working with other people whose organizing style is different from yours.

Why is it that getting help with organizing and productivity is seen as a luxury, while getting help in so many other areas of our lives is seen as necessary? Well three reasons that people consistently give for not getting the help of a productivity consultant are: 1) It’s too expensive 2) My situation is unique 3) It’s too embarrassing. Listen as Barbara discusses the advantages of getting help. Getting help is a sign of wisdom and the longer you wait, the more expensive it will be and the longer it will take to resolve your problem and enjoy a productive stress free life!

Going "paperless" may seem unrealistic and unnecessary at this point in history, but why not convert to paperless whenever possible? Listen to Barbara as she speaks about the importance of going paperless and it's advantages.

Thanksgiving for many is usually a special holiday in the year. Family, friends, and food in an absence of commercialization provide great personal – and universal – opportunities to experience the power of gratitude. Having gratitude, especially in times of pain and despair, can help you to overcome any current struggles and to accomplish great feats. This week Barbara shares with you her stories and words of inspiration that highlight the importance of being grateful for the small blessings in our lives. Happy Thanksgiving to you and those you love!

Being organized is a great thing. However sometimes organizing alone is not enough if you want to accomplish your work and enjoy your life. Our lives can often be filled with unnecessary clutter, distractions or even relationships that drain rather than inspire. Some things just have to go! Listen as Barbara discusses the importance of elimination on a grand scale, that is taking the time to create a the physical space and mental space you need so that you can enjoy a more productive, profitable, peaceful environment.

Do you like to receive a greeting card? Most of us do and it’s that time of year again to think about holiday cards. Unfortunately, that’s what most people do -- think about sending cards -- sometimes year after year -- but they don’t get it done. Listen as Barbara gives 5 tips to help you separate yourself from the masses, so that you can take the opportunity this year to let your family, friends and colleagues know how much they mean to you!

Calendars are useful tools. They can help you to get organized so that you can accomplish your work and enjoy your life. Unfortunatley choosing from the dozens of calendar systems on the market can be an overwhelming experience. So where do you start? Listen as Barbara guides you through making this personal choice so that you can choose a calendar format that "fits your style" and how you can adapt it for your needs and preferences.

When things in your life are not going as planned, you tend to focus on what's wrong. Sometimes you get so overwhelmed and hung up on the terrible things that you forget to do something to actually improve the situation. You also forget about all the positive aspects of your life or, as Barbara puts it, you start to 'see vultures rather than peacocks'. Listen as Barbara sheds light on how important it is to continue to see 'peacocks' regardless of your circumstances, and to foster a spiritual belief that even the most terrible things will have positive outcomes if you just wait long enough.

At some point in your life you might find yourself searching for inner peace. What you need to reach this goal are rocks. That is, you need to identify key values in your life and make them a priority on your calendar. Listen as Barbara gives tips on how to accomplish your work, enjoy your life and ultimately find the peace you seek by identifying your rocks.

Are you interested in consistently improving the quality of your life? Exercise or physical fitness is one important thing that can help you to accomplish that. Listen as Barbara Hemphill helps you to develop a vision of being physically fit, eliminate your obstacles and maintain a successful physical fitness routine so that you can feel better and lead a more productive life!

In the previous podcast Barbara Hemphill talked about creating SYSTEMS so that you can organize your home or office and enjoy a stress free life. But how do you know if your SYSTEM is organized? Or have you ever seen a person you consider “organized,” and said “I could never be like that.’ Don't let the many opportunities to accomplish your goals in the most productive way pass you by! Listen as Barbara discusses the 4 simple questions to ask yourself so that you can determine whether something in your life is organized.

Are you tired of unnecessary frustration? Do you become overwhelmed often? If so, then it might be time to create a SYSTEM (Saving You Space Time Energy and Money)! Listen as Barbara Hemphill guides you through how to take steps to create a system that works for you so that you can increase results and decrease stress in your life.

In the previous podcast episode Barbara Hemphill talked about what you can do while you’re at conference to stay productive. In this episode, part 3 of 3, listen as Barbara talks more about important actions to take while you’re at conference, such as effective note taking. Barbara also gives tips about what you can do once you get home so that you can maximize your investment of time and money spent to attend the conference.

In the previous podcast episode Barbara Hemphill talked about preparing to attend a conference and the trouble with all the STUFF you accumulate when you’re there. Barbara gave tips to help you get ready for the conference. In this episode, part 2 of 3, listen as Barbara talks about what you can do while you’re at conference to stay productive.

How many conferences have you attended and came back with lots of great ideas and enthusiasm only to end up not following through on anything that you've learned? In episode 1 of a 3-part series listen as Barbara Hemphill talks about preparing to attend a conference and how you can make it a successful and productive experience. This is a must listen to for busy professionals.

How many times have you said, “I really need to learn -- you fill in the blanks.” Well now you can stop putting it off! Listen as Barbara Hemphill guides you through how to get started so you can accomplish your work and enjoy your life.

If you're always running late this episode of the Barbara Hemphill Radio Show is a must listen-to. Listen as Barbara shares her own story on lateness and gives some secrets on how you can change the hard habit of always running late.

Are you sick of the paper clutter on your kitchen counter, island, or front hall table? If so, you're not alone. Paper is undoubtedly the biggest organizing challenge in the household and causes more family squabbles than any other single item. Listen below to this episode of the Barbara Hemphill Radio Show and learn why 'Half of any job is having the right tools' and hear what tools you'll need to get rid of clutter once and for all.

Productivity impacts our lives in so many ways. Do you ever ask yourself the question "Where do I even begin? There's SO much I have to do!" There are hundreds of courses available on time management, project management, and prioritization, but virtually all of them leave out one essential component which Barbara has come to believe is a productivity truth. Listen below to this episode of the Barbara Hemphill Radio Show and learn what this productivity truth is, how to get started on creating a productive environment and the an impotant tool you'll need for success.

Do you ever procrastinate about important things because you want to make sure it’s perfect? Well, you're not alone. On today's show listen as Barbara Hemphill discuss the impact of perfectionism on your personal and professional life. Learn what you can do to overcome it so you can accomplish your goals and enjoy your life.