Being busy is different from being productive.

1.
Being busy and being productive are distinct concepts. Being busy can consume
time without making significant progress, on the other hand productivity involves
efficiently using time to achieve goals or making progress even small steps.
2. Early productivity, aided by waking up early, offers a psychological edge, as
morning hours can be twice as effective according to students. However its not
applicable in our end specially we are in a shifting schedule, my stand about this
is grasping my own cadence and prioritization and diligence, its not easy but.
taking a step at a time, even the tiniest step is a leap toward growth and progress

"Modern Productivity: Superhuman Focus in a Distracted World":

1. Mindfulness Practices: Incorporate meditation and deep breathing to boost focus.
2. Time Management: its not easy as it sounds but having the time to assess my
cadence and Prioritize tasks, planning my day and set boundaries.
3. Digital Detox: Implement "no-tech" periods, social media is there, since we are
working remotely, this is a very challenging thing for me, since I have bery short
attention span, and manage notifications, cos notification often catch my
attention
4. Optimal Workspace: Create a clutter-free, ergonomic environment for focus.
5. Cognitive Enhancement: Use techniques like Pomodoro and exercise for
sustained focus.

Choose a task, set a timer, work on the task, take short breaks, repeat po, and
then once completed the task, take longer breaks and at the end of the day,
review what you did.

FEEDBACK SANDWICH:
1. The feedback sandwich method involves sandwiching constructive criticism,
meaning to give the intention to help someone improv and grow be sure to be
objective, specify the areas for improvement and deliver it ins supportive manner.
between layers of praise. It starts with positive feedback, followed by the
constructive criticism, and ends with more positive feedback.
Providing feedback: feedback is fuel.
1. Feedback is like fuel—it promotes growth, motivates, facilitates learning, fosters
accountability, and strengthens relationships. ss
2. Course Correction: Wednesday feedback allows timely adjustments to meet
goals.
3. Motivational Boost: Midweek feedback energizes employees for increased effort.
4. End-of-Week Preparation: Feedback on Wednesday prepares for comprehensive
end-of-week review.
5. Mid-Week Focus: By Tuesday or Wednesday, individuals have settled into the
workweek, making it an ideal time for focused discussions and decision-making.
It allows for reviewing progress made since the beginning of the week and setting
priorities for the remainder.

"Growth Mindset: The Key to Confidence, Impact, and Fulfillment":

3. Embracing Challenges: View challenges as opportunities for growth, boosting

confidence.
4. Persistent Effort: Value perseverance, seeing setbacks as learning steps.
5. Continuous Learning: Commit to lifelong learning for personal and professional
impact.
6. Embracing Feedback: Welcome feedback for growth, not criticism.
7. Celebrating Successes: Acknowledge achievements to sustain motivation and
fulfillment.

HOW TO GIVE FEEDBACK:

Begin your conversation by clearly stating your intentions.
By clearly stating your goal and intentions, you leave no room for ambiguity.
2. Describe the situation
The idea here is to describe the situation by stating facts and describing what you
observed.
3. Describe your reaction
Explain how you felt going through this situation.
4. Give the person the opportunity to respond
Ask the person what they think about it and keep quiet.
5. Suggest areas for improvement
Ask the person how they think they can solve the problem or improve the situation.
Also suggest solutions to complement the proposals already suggested by the person in
front of you.
6. Set metrics to measure progress
Even if your feedback is positive, I think there are always areas for improvement.

Don't improvise- be transparent- start with a positive note-describe your

intention and you want him to improve-explain benefits- set up action plans
Giving and receiving feedback, communication, influence, leadership, persuasion
and dealing with difficult people

In giving feedbacks give ideas for improvement and avoid being indirect
The STAR method is a structured feedback and interview approach:

1. Situation: Describe the relevant context, BE PRECISE

2. Task: Explain the expectations.
3. Action: Detail the individual's response.
4. Result: Share the outcome and impact.
Following STAR provides specific, relevant, actionable feedback fostering growth.

1. 360-degree feedback can be collected via forms, online surveys, or email, depending on
organizational preferences and resources. Using anonymity in the feedback received, with this,
the team would give you feedback and you will notice your strength and weaknesses.

Note: Things that I can immediately apply, as I go thru each course are, Embracing
Challenges: View challenges as opportunities for growth, boosting confidence.
 Celebrating Successes: grasping my own cadence, it’s not easy but. taking a step at a
time, set priorities, even the tiniest step is a leap toward growth and progress.

Modern Productivity: Optimal Workspace: Create a clutter-free, ergonomic

environment for focus.

Ask for Support: If you need additional resources, support, or clarification on tasks or projects, don't
hesitate to ask your manager for assistance.

I am always shy to ask questions.

Ethos- your credibility, that is who you are

Pathos- why should I care, how are you gonna get your message across and make it important

Logos- how are you gonna do to make your message reach the audience

Write Better Emails: Tactics for Smarter Team

Communication
Provide key points

Be clear and concise, be professional and polite

Proper set of subjects’ ad body

Write clear email messages that explain exactly what you want

Specify whom are you referring when writing group emails in the cc

Write clear email messages that explain exactly what you want

OOO emails- state the date, explain how yu are checking emails , highlight who are your backups , set
expectations on when and how will you address and when is your return , optioal, explain the contacts during
emergencies.

Use of if then statements - to clarify expectations and assumptions, providing clarity and comparison.

Enhance your DXC experience.

Financial Acumen and Cost Management
Growth: Support the growth targets of the business unit
Outstanding Delivery: Deliver Excellence to our Customers and Colleagues through Reliable Services and
Innovative Approach

Goal
Uphold our People-First strategy through the growth of our people, developing capabilities and future leaders,
while a providing great people experience underpinned by our core values and a strong DXC Culture

Atomic Habits by James Clear

The 1% Rule: Aim for small, consistent improvements each day, as these incremental changes
compound over time to produce significant results.

focusing on tiny, incremental improvements over time, rather than aiming for drastic changes all at once.

Habit Stacking: This strategy involves linking a new habit to an existing one, making it easier to
integrate into your routine. For example, if you want to start flossing daily, you could do it immediately
after brushing your teeth.

Environment Design: Modifying your environment to make desired behaviors more convenient and
undesired behaviors less so can significantly impact your habits. Simple changes like placing healthy
snacks at eye level or removing distractions from your workspace can make a big difference.

Habit Tracking: Keeping track of your progress can help you stay motivated and accountable. Whether
you use a journal, app, or some other method, monitoring your habits allows you to see your
improvement over time.

The Four Laws of Behavior Change:

Obvious: Make sure your habit is crystal clear and easy to recognize. Set a specific time and place for it,
and make it obvious in your environment. For example, if you want to drink more water, fill up a water
bottle and place it on your desk as a visual reminder.

Attractive: Make your habit appealing and enjoyable. Find ways to associate it with something you
already like or find rewarding. For instance, if you want to exercise more, choose activities you enjoy or
exercise with a friend to make it more enjoyable.

Easy: Simplify your habit as much as possible. Break it down into smaller, manageable steps and remove
any barriers or obstacles that might make it difficult to do. For example, if you want to listen more
audiobook, install an audiobook player or podcast by your bedside so you can easily play it up before
bed.

Satisfying: Ensure there's a reward or benefit associated with completing your habit. Make sure it feels
good or fulfilling to do it, reinforcing the behavior for the future. For instance, if you want to meditate
daily, focus on the sense of calm and relaxation you feel afterward as a reward.
BUSINESS ENGLISH: ENGLISH FOR MEETINGS
ELEMETNTS OF A MEETING:

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE ALWAYS GO HAND AND HAND

REAL LIFE IS ABOUT INTERACTIONS AND IS COMPARABLE IN CONDUCTING MEETINGS, ITS ABOUT
INTERRUPTIONS, AGREEING AND DISAGREEING AND GIVING OPINIONS

-WOULD YOU LIKE TO COMMENT ON THAT?

- DO YOU AGREE?

-WOULD YOU LIKE TO RESPOND ON THAT?

Excuse me

Sorry to interrupt, but I have a quick point to add.

Could I just

If I may

Forgive me for interrupting

IN MEETINGS: PROPER INTERRUPTION AND MANAGES DISAGREEMENTS

Minutes of Meeting

1. Date
2. Absent
3. Attendees
4. Purpose/ Objectives
5. If there are votes or polls, record it.
6. SEND TO THE PARTICIPANTS OR RELEVANT PEOPLE

Cell to cell – Cell a to cell C2

From tab to tab transferring data

File to file:

Set column data, ramdomize data, if else condition a + counter = transfer else proceed to another row.