So long, farewell, and happy trails to all of you!

By: CC Holland

Dear readers,

Today marks the final installment of Team Taskmaster. I've enjoyed writing for you for the past year and a half, and as I've endeavored to share my insights and discoveries with you, I've also learned a lot along the way.

I've seen that being effective at work is about more than making lists, that flexibility can improve productivity when it comes to your workday (or your mindset), and that a job is, well, just a job.

I've learned that rewarding and engaging your team should be about more than money, and that a literal or figurative pat on the back and a heartfelt "Thank you" can have a far greater impact than a few extra dollars.

I've discovered that a slavish adherence to productivity tools and systems can backfire, and that procrastination is not only normal but manageable (and perhaps even beatable).

More than anything, I've learned that there are a lot of smart, insightful people out there who read this blog, and who are willing to share their tips and tricks for getting more done with less stress, for being a better manager, and for finding work-life balance.

To all of you, I offer my sincerest thanks and appreciation. And although I won't be penning Team Taskmaster here on BNET any longer, I do hope to make occasional guest appearances as a contributing writer, either for other BNET blogs or by authoring feature articles.

I wish you all the best -- and again, thanks for all the support and inspiration.

With warmest regards,

C.C.

p.s.: If you've missed out on some of my Team Taskmaster posts, here's a list of topics I've covered in the past. Enjoy!