Strategies for Managing Your Time and Attention

10/03/15 • 33 min

In this episode I interview writer, speaker, and broadcaster Merlin Mann. We talk about managing all of the inputs that come your way. We go into great depth on managing email and working toward what Merlin has coined “inbox zero.” We also talk about strategies for managing your time and attention in order to set yourself up for doing your best, most creative work. To learn more about Merlin and his work visit http://www.merlinmann.com/. Enjoy this interview with Merlin Mann. Send your comments, questions, and show ideas to [email protected]. Consider rating the podcast in itunes and leaving a comment. And please pass the show along to your colleagues.

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Stay Out of Trouble with Special Education Law

In this episode I interview two fantastic attorneys whom I’ve known for several years about special education law. Joyce Berkowitz has a practice representing parents, and Dave Oakes works for the Harris Beach Law Firm and represents school districts. Our lively discussion centers on what school administrators need to know about special education law. We get into mistakes to avoid, how to stay current on changes to special education law - if that’s even possible, when to call the attorneys, what to expect when the attorneys show up, and where the focus of all this work rightfully should be - on children. Joyce and Dave also share insights about their own personal productivity and setting priorities.

To reach Joyce you can Google her name (Joyce B. Berkowitz) or call her at (585) 421-9094. You can learn more about Dave and his work at Harris Beach’s website (www.harrisbeach.com). Enjoy this interview with Joyce Berkowitz and Dave Oakes.

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Leadership, Writing, and Politics

In this episode I interview political reporter, television pundit, and author Eleanor Clift. Eleanor is a regular contributor to The Daily Beast and has a long history covering national politics - every presidential election since 1976. Many people know Eleanor as a perennial panelist on the syndicated talk show, “The McLaughlin Group.” I started watching “The Group” as a high school student in the early 90s, and I’ve been a faithful viewer ever since. Eleanor and I talk about writing, communication with new media, what makes a good leader, and the challenges facing K-12 education. She even predicts the candidates and the outcome of the 2016 presidential election.

To learn more about Eleanor and her work visit http://www.eleanorclift.com/. Enjoy this interview with Eleanor Clift.