It seems to me that we’re well and truly at that time of year where things become a tad hectic and otherwise sane clients and colleagues go a bit wobbly. I think it’s directly related to the incessant broadcast of Christmas carols in shopping centres, but as I have no proof to back-up this theory, I’ll keep moving on.
This week I’m advocating a serious clearing of the decks prior to an end of year close down.Thanks to Lynda Dyer, who I had the pleasure of meeting at a networking event recently, I’ve learned of an extremely effective method of doing this. Let’s see if you’re up to the challenge.
You may recall that some months ago I wrote about Google’s homepage and how the managers of each division of Google - of which there are many believe me - have to put a compelling case to have their ‘product’ profiled on this primary piece of real estate. In reality, very few succeed which is why the homepage is so uncluttered, focused and professional.
Oh, that your office could be so minimalist, pristine and organised!
Guess what? It can be! Now, what I’m about to describe will not suit everyone. All I ask is that you give the notion some thought and at the very least share your thoughts with the rest of us via the online edition of this newsletter.
Ok, so here’s what you do: Enlist the support of a strong-willed and able-bodied friend and move the entire contents of your office out of your office. Yes, you read that correctly. Next, look at every single thing that came out and justify why it should go back in. If you cannot come up with a good reason, it doesn’t go back in. I guess you’d best include yourself in this exercise, just in case!
So will you do it? Are you brave enough? Over the break I’m going to and frankly I can’t wait.

Stumble it!