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Are you operating your station like a technology startup? Public broadcasting faces a fast-changing business environment and disruptive technology innovations with limited time and resources. Learn how to apply the same ideas that made Silicon Valley the driver of new technology.  You can create a culture of innovation and change at your station, using examples from Apple, Google, Facebook, Twitter, and others.  Producer:  Shane Guiter, KLRU-TV, Austin PBS

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Are you operating your station like a technology startup? Public broadcasting faces a fast-changing business environment and disruptive technology innovations with limited time and resources. Learn how to apply the same ideas that made Silicon Valley the driver of new technology.  You can create a culture of innovation and change at your station, using examples from Apple, Google, Facebook, Twitter, and others.  Producer:  Shane Guiter, KLRU-TV, Austin PBS

Setting Boundaries & Saying No… Nicely :: The 99 Percent

 The problem I frequently see with my time coaching clients is that their default response of, "Sure, I'll get that to you by tomorrow," leads to long-term negative consequences for themselves and others, such as:

•    Handling small requests but putting off important projects
•    Turning in late or low-quality work
•    Doing other people's work for them instead of properly delegating
•    Working extra hours so they can't move forward on personal goals
•    Sacrificing sleep, exercise, and time with people they enjoy
•    Developing a reputation for being approachable but not reliable
•    Having people nag them about when they will get things done
•    Feeling overwhelmed, inadequate, guilty, frustrated, and resentful

Don't misunderstand me: Doing your job well, having a willingness to serve, and acting like a team player are all awesome qualities. I'm not advocating slacking or never taking on extra assignments. But when you allow every request to divert your attention from your most important activities of the day, everyone ends up frustrated.

I found this to be revealing and helpful...check it out. -Shane