Why Do Smart People Underperform?
Because of Overloaded Circuits
“Overloaded Circuits: Why Smart People Underperform” is the title of a Harvard Business Review article by the psychiatrist, Dr. Edward M. Hallowell. Based on his extensive client experience, Dr. Hallwell says that overloaded people exhibit behaviours similar to that of children with attention deficit disorder.
These behaviours include irritability, distraction, and the inability to focus and learn. This often leads to reduced productivity and ineffectiveness as well as the risks of compromised relationships at home and work.
Can You Really Overcome the Overloaded World?
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The experience of our clients says yes. Over the years we have learned that there is power in simplicity. Applying some of the thoughts and tips that we will share, our clients have achieved measurable sustainable improvements averaging 28% over 8 weeks.
Testimonials
“In my role, my challenge was to develop and deploy programs that provide measurable, sustainable benefits for individuals and teams, looking for better balance and greater productivity, in the face of ever-growing workload. I believe the Overcoming Overload Workshop is such a program.”
Violette LareauDirector, Engagement & Wellness, Xerox
“The results were very encouraging. At the end of the workshop, we were asked to score our overload gauge and compare it to data collected at the beginning of the workshop. Individual improvement ranged between 16% and 36% with an overall average of27.3%.”
John McGarryChief Executive Officer, River Valley Health System
“Your preparation, presentation and direct assistance with my directors and me have already proven to be of great value… I personally feel a tremendous weight has been lifted in being able to better manage the increasing volume of messages, paperwork and demands upon my time. The impact was immediate.”
Wendy GilmourVice President, Sunnybrook Health Sciences
“Eight weeks later I am pleased to report that the results exceeded our expectations. Information overload gauge data collected before and after the workshop reflect an overall improvement of 39%.
For me personally, I am more effective; my information handling is more organized; my office has become a showcase to my peers and I have more time to give to professional development and my personal life”
Dan GermainVice-President and C.F.O., Credit Valley Hospital
“…. the Effectiveness and Overload Gauge improved by 31 % comparing results taken before the workshop to results taken 8 weeks after. Personally, I especially found the tips and coaching around handling E-mail to be quite impactful. The “Read, Think, Act. File” sticker is prominently displayed above my laptop computer screen!”
George J. AbateVice President. Controller, Xerox
“In my time, I have attended many seminars, but only a hand full of them have had a lasting impact. Your program definitely falls in that category and has already impacted in a positive way several staff members and me…
I found your program unique in quite a few ways. … the primary focus is on the how-to organize rather than the what. The practical steps suggested are very doable and hence in my case it has actually got done!”
Jaywant MichaelUniversity Professor, Quart UAE
“The ‘Overcoming Overload Workshop’ conducted for our staff was probably the most helpful workshop we have held in recent years. Its practical tips are superb, its philosophy of seeing Roles rather than Tasks is liberating, and the wit, wisdom and spiritual insights of Baha and Margaret Habashy was a joy to listen to.”
Charles Price, Sr. Pastor, The Peoples Church
Do You Need Help?
Below is a list of common symptoms of work and information overload:
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Do you struggle with procrastination and the inability to make decisions?
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Do your resent text messages, voice mail, e-mail, interruptions, and meetings?
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Do you struggle with going to sleep or low-quality sleep leading to low energy?
If some of the above symptoms cause you concern, contact us. We would like to help.
Going Further and Learning More
Based on our client experience, we created a collection of focused webinars that respond to specific needs and objectives.
Finding Your Sweet Spot
Pastor and author, Max Lucado, says that living in the sweet spot of life is like going downhill on a bike with the wind behind your back.
You were created in God’s image to play roles designed for your unique set of strengths. Your sweet spot is where you play these roles and fulfill your life callings.
Achieving Work-Life Balance
Work-life balance may be a myth. When your work and your life compete, you will face a losing battle. But when your work and your life collaborate you can enjoy the quality of life God desires for you.
Engaging Your Church
According to research by the Gallup Organization, people who are engaged in a healthy church family are 3 times more likely to report having an excellent quality of life. How engaged are you in your church family?
Planning Your Freedom Years
This is the time when you are free from constraints and expectations that held you back from doing what you love to do. Your freedom years are a time to plan, dream, and make the best of the best years of your life.
Fees
As part of the Strengths Ministry, there is no charge for this webinar; participants are encouraged to make a free-will donation to their church or designated ministry.