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Chicago Area Time Management Workshops

De-Cluttering Salutations

Date: Saturday, July 31, 2010

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm, class 2:30pm-3:00pm, optional Q&A

Investment: $30/$25 for EHFC members

Location: Edward Health & Fitness Center, Seven Bridges | 6600 Route 53, Woodridge, IL

Presenter: Jan Wencel

To register contact: Jenny | 630.646.7913 | jibrahim@edward.org | by July 28

Did you know there is a proven series of steps to de-clutter? This discussion focuses on an established & repeatable sequence for clearing clutter—no matter what you’re trying to streamline. The class will also explore methodologies for setting up an optimal efficiency work environment. Jan Wencel, a personal productivity expert and Certified Professional Organizer® will lead the conversation and will stay after to answer questions.

 

Email Exhale

Date: Friday, September 10, 2010

Time: Noon - 1:00pm

Investment: $10/$5 for members

Location: Telephone/Internet; Webinar

Presenter: Jan Wencel

Register: University of Chicago School of Business

Imagine powering up your computer, seeing a clean desktop, toggling to a tidy inbox, and knowing how to quickly find the electronic files you need to perform your job effectively. This workshop can help you do just that. In this online event, participants will discuss the most common unhealthy email habits and learn how to reverse them using four main strategies: diminishing interruptions, making decisions, reducing volume & improving content quality. At the end of the workshop, participants will know how to make immediate changes to better use 5.5 hours per week as well as longer-term modifications to put the exhale in their email.

 

Managing Email with Muscle Memory

Date: Saturday, September 25, 2010

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm, class; 2:30pm-3:00pm, optional Q&A

Investment: $30/$25 for members

Location: Edward Health & Fitness Center, Seven Bridges | 6600 Route 53, Woodridge, IL

Presenter: Jan Wencel

To register contact: Jenny | 630.646.7913 | jibrahim@edward.org

Where would your email muscle memory lead you today? This class highlights strategies to reverse your unhealthy email habits by diminishing interruptions, revealing the power of decision making, reducing email volume & improving email content quality. Jan Wencel, a personal productivity expert and Certified Professional Organizer® will lead the conversation and will stay after to answer questions.


The Core Strength of Time Management

Date: Saturday, November 13, 2010

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm, class; 2:30pm-3:00pm, optional Q&A

Investment: $30/$25 for EHFC members

Location: Edward Health & Fitness Center, Seven Bridges | 6600 Route 53, Woodridge, IL

Presenter: Jan Wencel

To register contact: Jenny | 630.646.7913 | jibrahim@edward.org | by November 10

Do you have good time management core strength? This discussion focuses on tactics to eliminate unnecessary work. The class will review how to get faster at what you do using techniques like: applying 80/20 principle, developing profound knowledge, reducing email processing time & reading with your finger. Jan Wencel, a personal productivity expert and Certified Professional Organizer® will lead the conversation and will stay after to answer questions.


The Power of Focus

Date: Saturday, January 29, 2011

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm, class; 2:30pm-3:00pm, optional Q&A

Investment: $30/$25 for EHFC members

Location: Edward Health & Fitness Center, Seven Bridges | 6600 Route 53, Woodridge, IL

Presenter: Jan Wencel

To register contact: Jenny | 630.646.7913 | jibrahim@edward.org | by January 26

What percentage of the day do you spend centered in the moment? This class allows you to experience the slothfulness of multitasking so you can uncover the power of focus. You’ll learn how to apply center yourself in chaotic environments by focusing on one thing at a time. Jan Wencel, a personal productivity expert and Certified Professional Organizer® will lead the conversation and will stay after to answer questions.

 

Liberated Living Through Organization

Date: Saturday, March 26, 2011

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm, class; 2:30pm-3:00pm, optional Q&A

Investment: $30/$25 for EHFC members

Location: Edward Health & Fitness Center, Seven Bridges | 6600 Route 53, Woodridge, IL

Presenter: Jan Wencel

To register contact: Jenny | 630.646.7913 | jibrahim@edward.org | by March 23

Did you know a more grounded life can help you feel liberated? This discussion focuses on living a more organized life. The class will explore five common behaviors among those who live a harmonious life and will help you see what separates the orderly from the turbulent. Jan Wencel, a personal productivity expert and Certified Professional Organizer® will lead the conversation and will stay after to answer questions.