Modern Mentor

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Latest Episodes

349 GID How to Screen Your Calls
February 16, 2015

The days, when you want to be social, it's all about being social online, at arm's length. When someone actually wants to call? *pshaw* What a nuisance. But some calls simply must be answered. Here's how you can have your peace and quiet and ... er, eat i

348 GID How to Criticize (Without Looking Like a Jerk)
February 09, 2015

Get-It-Done Guy helps you keep things running smoothly by delivering criticism without the sting. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1zTWGrP

347 GID How to Get the Most Out of Conferences
February 02, 2015

Attending a conference can be a smorgasbord of opportunity. But make sure to plan your menu first. Otherwise, you might end up having too much salad and be full once it's time for the main course. Get-It-Done Guy explains how to pre-plan to make the most

346 GID Using a Short-Term Memory Folder
January 26, 2015

Instead of using your email inbox to jog your memory, create a short-term memory folder where you can put everything you need for follow-up and connect it to your calendar and task list. Follow Get-It-Done Guy's system to keep track of your to-do list, wi

345 GID How to Take Care of Your Smartphone
January 19, 2015

Choosing, maintaining, and backing up your smartphone smartly will help insure that it serves you faithfully throughout the years. Get-It-Done Guy has the tips to take care of your beloved mobile device. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1ukZnhl

344 GID Get a New Inbox and Free Your Mind
January 12, 2015

It's the beginning of the year - are you still mired in your cluttered inbox? By archiving your yearly backlog and starting fresh, you can clear your mind for a brand new start. Get-It-Done Guy explains how. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1ukZk57

278 GID No, No, a Thousand Times No!
December 29, 2014

Saying “No” is the key to setting boundaries and protecting your time, space, and energy. It can also be risky. Here’s a framework for how to say “No.” Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1AnXIyA

343 GID How to Build Your Personal Brand
December 22, 2014

Knowing how you show up in the world (your personal brand), gives you tremendous power to control your own destiny. Get-It-Done Guy interviews branding expert Sally Hogshead for the scoop on how to make yourself stand out. Read the transcript: http://bit.

342 GID Get a Lot Done One Step at a Time
December 15, 2014

Break up your workflows into small tasks, and do them as you have the time. Pretty soon, you'll find yourself completing everything on your to-do list...and maybe more! Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1sBjkzD

341 GID How to Accept Delegation
December 08, 2014

We hear a lot about how to delegate to others. But when you're the 'other' being delegated to, it's important to know how to set yourself up for success. For one, don't wait for your boss to set the delegation parameters. They may not be up to the task...