Here Is How You Can Get Everything Done on the Same Day

Successful people are those who not only have the ability to get things done but have the ability to get everything done right in minimum time so what’s their secret? How are they able to get everything done when all others fail?

Well, the answer is that they keep themselves ‘organized’. The University of Atlanta has compiled the following list through which you too can unclutter your work life and become successful.

Morning Routine

Start your day with the thought of how you are going to approach the entire day.  Your time is important so start your day early, make your bed, get a healthy breakfast, pack your paperwork and make sure you have your phone charged.

Email Routine

Set a routine to check your emails. Developing a system of limits according to your workload and job role, if that is five times a day, you need to develop a schedule for that. Keep your mailbox from overwhelming, set a time limit you will spend every time you will look into your mailbox and follow it strictly.

Workspace Routine

On your desk, less is always more and in an environment where time is everything you need to keep everything on your desk organized so time is not wasted looking for things. It is also important that you don’t stop with your desk and ensure that your entire workspace provide you a distraction and clutter free room to excel in your work.

Work Routine

The first thing you need to do is to prioritize your work. Identify what matters most and develop a discipline. Before you start anything know that you have to get it done right and know the time you will take to complete it. Planning the time , you will need to complete it makes you to do it without any stress and also leaves you time to make last-minute adjustments if needed.

Problem-Solving Routine

Every day will come with new problems and you need to be prepared. Don’t spend too much time thinking on the problem rather keep your focus on finding the solutions. Create simple yet realistic solutions, according to the nature and urgency of the problem. Always make efforts to keep your mind relaxed and untangled when you are searching for a solution.

Self-Development Routine

Set aside some time every day for your self-development because the time you spend on yourself is most important. Keep on improving yourself and never stop building effective habits.

Evening Routine

Your evening time should be your time to relax, reflect on what you did today and also to prepare for your next day. Remember no one is born organized and to get things done you need an uncluttered and organized life that will not only save you time but improve the overall quality of your life.

Related: Learn the Trick That 70% of Businesses & Professionals Do To Stay on Track

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Never Say These 6 things If You Want to Be Successful

No one becomes successful overnight! There is no single secret to success but after studying the habits of several successful people. At University of Atlanta we have observed that every single successful person has an attitude that plays a big role in their success.

We have compiled a set of statements that they would never say because it would contradict with their attitude that makes them successful.

“I hate this job/company”

Successful people are seen to avoid such statements, even in times when they are surrounded by negativity. They know that negativity would slow down their success rate but they understand that where there is a problem there is a solution and instead of insulting the company successful people look to resolve the problem as soon as possible.

“I hate my boss”

Successful people know how to work with and through others so they don’t spend their time complaining about their boss. You would never find them saying that their ‘boss is an idiot’ and ‘their boss never lets them do anything’ instead they focus all their energy in providing results and resolving issues with proper negotiation to make a win-win situation out of every conflict.

It’s not fair, I deserve it more

Another important quality found in every successful person is that they never whine when a fellow colleague receives an award, promotion or an appraisal, rather they are genuinely happy about their coworker and never rant about the injustice upon their success. They know that success is never easy and it would not be gifted to them so they are always proactive, they work smart, get themselves in the light, make it obvious that there is no one else who deserves that award, promotion etc more than them. If still they are deprived then rather than making a scene they develop a strong case to let the decision makers know that they deserve it more than anyone and they have worked for it.

Not my job, not my problem!

The people who succeed help others to succeed too. Billionaire Warren Buffet once said “someone is sitting in a shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago” and it is indeed right, you need to be a team player to succeed and if you are not then you can say goodbye to success.

You are doing it all wrong

It is a common practice to criticize subordinates and colleagues that they are doing it wrong, criticism though is necessary at times but it needs to be constructive. Successful people know that the feelings of the others are important for their motivation, even when they disagree with someone’s idea they say ‘your idea is interesting, do tell me how we can benefit from it’ and then say ‘okay, how about we take a different approach and let’s examine the pros and cons’.

This has always been done this way

Innovation and adaptability are the key traits of a successful person. Successful people accept new ideas, believe in change and are never afraid of trying something new. The most successful innovator of our times Steve Jobs for example always believed in the power of change and it was his passion to think different that led us to have inventions like the iPhone, iPad and most importantly Apple that have revolutionized the whole world.

Related: Why was Steve Jobs so Successful?

We at the University of Atlanta advise you that to be successful you should stop complaining and should do something about the problems you are facing. Follow us on Facebook , GooglePlus, Pinterest and Twitter to get more interesting reads on career, success and more.

Research Says Being Disorganized Makes You Smarter

There is a huge pile of paper on your desk, not to mention the paperwork stacked in the drawers, some are also hidden under your desk and you don’t know what to do with them. Well, you are ‘messy’ and you shouldn’t have any shame in calling yourself ‘disorganized’.

For years we kept hearing that being organized keeps you productive but a recent research has revealed that being disorganized too can go to your benefit as the research says that being disorganized can really be a predictor of your smartness. The research was conducted by a neuroscientist named Robert Thatcher who conducted a series of experiments that concluded that the more disorganized you are, the smarter your brain is.

Thatcher says that creativity is a result of several ideas combining or crashing together to produce breakthrough thoughts and novel associations. The more thoughts your mind has the more capacity it has to produce novel ideas by finding associations just like when you are reading more than one book at a time your brain dives into a pool of new ideas and keeps on developing new connections so when your mind wanders its indeed a good thing. According to Thatcher, this process occurs more in a disorganized brain so when your brain remains in a messy and disorganized state you are likely to be more creative and smart.

Many new successful and creative projects are just the result of the creator’s mind wandering at an unexpected time in an unexpected direction and then the idea just hits them. Though you still need to be organized but being rigidly system-oriented makes you perform in an expected way and your brain is likely to become dull and process oriented.

We at the University of Atlanta want you to inject a little bit of disorder and mismanagement in your daily life, let your mind wander a little, go out for an unexpected walk, develop multiple hobbies, borrow ideas, let other use your thoughts and ideas for once to get unplanned success. Join the University of Atlanta network on Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus and Pinterest to keep getting useful updates and stay connected.

How Far Have We Gotten From The First Earth Day? - University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign

This year was the 45th Earth Day that we all celebrated on 22nd April. Yes! It has been 45 years of celebration of Earth Day so the main question is how far we have gotten from the first Earth Day? Have we achieved the mission we had established for the Earth Day? And most importantly are we doing any better?

Upon discussing the Earth Day we should remember the fact that although pollution and natural resources are important issues to focus on but these issues are the byproduct of our own need for energy that we require to power essential elements of our lifestyle. So we should remember the main issue is discovering and implementing efficient ways to produce this required energy that leads to impacts like pollution and depletion of natural resources.

Energy Information Administration (EIA) of the United States published its ‘annual energy outlook 2015‘ which is the primary source of energy information in the United States. According to the report, we are doing a little better as the reports say that there has been a decline in energy consumption in some sectors due to the adoption of energy-efficient methods.

Renewable energy production is also doing better and the energy-related carbon dioxide emission are stabilized because of using energy efficient methods and shifting to using renewable energy and natural gas thus decreasing carbon related emissions from energy generation. So overall there has been a reduction in the energy intensity which is the amount of energy an American uses per dollar of the United States gross domestic product and there has also been a decrease in carbon related emissions because of the decrease in energy intensity.

Looking forward to 2040, it is estimated that the carbon emission would further decline because of our new energy efficient lifestyle which would include using gasoline for transportation, using renewable energy for space heating and lighting purposes and other energy efficient ways. All these factors considered, Yes! we are on track and are moving in the right direction so the answer to the question is we are indeed doing better that the first Earth Day 45 years ago but we still have a long way to go to achieve the goals that we had established for the Earth Day.

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Reduce, Reuse & Recycle with University of Atlanta Explore, Educate and Evolve Campaign

Our land is our treasure and to save it from hazards is our social responsibility. We want you to make smart choices and save the mother earth. The message of Reduce, Reuse & Recycle, is to eliminate problems such as global warming and deforestation. With University of Atlanta Explore, Educate and Evolve Campaign, follow these 3R’s and help create a better world.  

Let’s learn how to make these three R’s work:

REDUCE

The best way to manage waste is to not produce it. This can be done by shopping carefully and being aware of a few guidelines:

Tips that can help you contribute.

-          Buy products in bulk, avoid over-packaged goods, especially ones packed with several materials such as foil, paper, and plastic.

-          Make sure that you always purchase durable goods - ones that are well-built or that which carry warranties.

REUSE

It makes economic and environmental sense to reuse products. Sometimes it takes creativity.

-          One can save paper and plastic bags, repair broken appliances, toys and furniture.

-          Use reseal-able containers rather than plastic wraps.  Use ceramic coffee mug instead of paper cups.

RECYCLE

The process of recycling means to make a new product out of an old product.

 You can contribute by:

-          Purchase goods made from recycled material. Look for the recycling symbol or ask store managers or salesmen.

-          Check collection centers and curbside pickup services to see what they accept, and begin collecting those materials.

Learn to become environmental friendly and use tips that would save the earth. University of Atlanta Evolve, Educate and Explore campaign wants to spread the message of education and humanity this campaign is an initiative towards a better and brighter tomorrow.  

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How ‘Furious 7’ Turned Into A Hollywood Blockbuster - University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign

The latest hit from ‘The Fast and the Furious’ movies series ‘Furious 7’ is on its way to set new records. It already has smashed the Box office opening records for the month and ranks as number 9 in the biggest ever openings in the history of the cinemas.

Earlier this week, Furious 7 out passed the analyst predictions of $115 million and earned surprisingly $147.1 million in the U.S. alone which is the highest start for any movie in the ‘Fast and Furious’ franchise and to date it has earned more than $500 million around the world, all under a week.

Just like the death of Heath Ledger made ‘The Dark night’ into a legacy, the death of famous lead character Paul Walker has played quite a role in the huge success of Furious 7. The audience everywhere is flocking to see Walker in his last role as the actor died in a tragic car crash in November 2013.

Even though the whole part of Paul Walker has been made with the help of digital technology still the movie has gotten outstanding recognition and applause from all around the world. All the cast and crew members genuinely liked each other and they all have been quite emotional about losing one of their team members as this reflected when the second lead in the movie series, Ven Diesel announced to name his newborn baby girl ‘Pauline’ as a tribute to his co-star Walker.

Moreover, the movie is advertised as a tribute to the late star Paul Walker and indeed this is one of the most crucial factors in its worldwide success. Phil Contrino , the Vice president of oldest company in the box office for reporting and analysis of the movies says:

“Walker’s passing made this movie more intriguing for people who hadn’t seen some of the installments. It has raised awareness and its success is a tribute to him.”

All of this combined, made Furious 7 quite a big entry and more than just another movie in the Hollywood list of Blockbusters. It has become a must-see even for the casual fans of this series and the lesson that should be learned from it is that show must always go on.

The University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign pays its tribute to the late star Paul Walker and honors his contributions. To learn more about our campaign follow us on Facebook , Google plus , Pinterest and Twitter.

Get to know about the World of Coca Cola in Atlanta – University of Atlanta Explore, Educate and Evolve

Interest is conceivably the best of activity that could lead towards a cultured living. A well-informed individual is always in search of getting to know about things he is ignorant of. To become a successful individual, it is imperative for a person to have a broader perspective and ability to reason with sense and criticism. University of Atlanta Explore, Educate and Evolve Campaign is an initiative to cater for the same cause.

Every day we share something which would add up to your information and you get to learn more about Atlanta. Today, through our unique campaign we will explore and share the facts about “World of Coca Cola”.

A museum dedicated to a soft drink in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta is the home of Coca-Cola, the world’s biggest most successful soft drink producer. Located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta, the World of Coca-Cola is a truly captivating to look at how Coca-Cola came to be a global sensation. There are a lot of interesting things that visitors can try, such as. Try your hand at mixing up your own fizzy drink recipe, see how you look inside a container of bubbly cola, spend an hour reading Coca-Cola advertisements through the years, pose for a photo with the beloved Coca-Cola Polar Bear and peek inside the Vault of the Secret Formula.

 Why it is a must visit for tourist?

People who visit Atlanta make sure that they take a stop at this amazing museum of soft drink. At the end of the tour, one can sample more than 60 Coca-Cola products from around the world.

History of World of Coca Cola

Initially, the World of Coke was a permanent fixture at the Underground (an entertainment center in Downtown Atlanta). In the early 2000’s, the museum locked down and plans to reopen the World of Coke in its new, much larger location began to take shape. What’s really thrilling about the World of Coke is that the tour traces of the past, present and the future of the product that has come to represent American custom and originality.

We are experiencing a lot of responses and appreciation from students and everyone involved, University of Atlanta is keeping up with the tradition of giving to the world. The results keep on getting better with more and more individuals becoming connected with the cause.

You can become of a part of it by following us on Facebook , Google plus , Pinterest and Twitter so that we can inspire you every day. 

A CEO’s Perspective: How Job Seekers Can Get the Job They Want - University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign

The data from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that the average length of for an unemployed person to find a job has increased to 10.4 weeks. Indeed, that is long and there are times when the candidates would start to blame it all on the recruiting process.

Liz Ryan, who is a former SVP HR for a Fortune 500 company and currently is the CEO of Human Workplace. She says that job seekers need to put their best foot forward in a well-written and thoughtful outreach for the job they are interested in. They should keep in mind that on an average there are 118 people who apply for any job position but only 24 would get an interview call, that’s only 20 percent so here are three most critical things that job seekers need to do to get selected.

Customize Your Resume Every time

Job seekers need to customize their resumes for every job position they apply for. The employer needs to know which of their stories and experience are most relevant to the specific job that they have applied for.It is not that hard at all, for example if they are applying for a marketing job, they need to customize their resume to highlight their marketing experiences.

Moreover, it is necessary for job seekers to change the summary on the top of their resume every time they apply for a job. It will make it crystal clear that though the job seeker has a wide skill-set but currently is conveying expertise in the area that the employer is looking for.

Don’t Look and Sound Like Every One Else

 Job seekers need to be unique and they need to be different. Job seekers who sound like all the other candidates are treated like all the other candidates i.e. they are not hired.They need to stop being generic. Stop making use of words like ‘detail-oriented’ or ‘result-oriented’ rather be genuine and tell them who they are in the real world.

Be the Solution to Your Employer’s Problem

Every hiring manager has a problem and job seekers need to convince them that they are the best solution to get hired. Understand the problem and offer a hypothesis that would let your prospective employer know that you came prepared, you are genuinely interested in helping them and you have an idea to what they are up against.

In today’s world, job seekers don’t only need to make a sound impression but they need to help out the hiring manager. The process of job search at most of the times is really tiresome, complex and unending so with the Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign from the University of Atlanta, job seekers can find a way to stand out. Be a part of the University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign and follow us on Facebook , Google plus , Pinterest and Twitter.

Earn More than $100k with These College Degrees – University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign

Every year, there are more and more people that are getting a college degree. According to the United States Census Bureau, it is estimated that now one out of every three Americans that are over the age of 25 have a Bachelors degree.

People must understand that it is not just any college degree that is going to get them a good paying job. They need to invest their money, time and energy in the right degree program that will make them big bucks. Here are some of the highest paying college degrees that can make you more than US$100,000 a year.

1. Advertising, Promotion and Marketing Management

A Masters degree in Business Administration can make you a marketing manager and you will be earning more than US$116,000 a year. Marketing managers have either an advanced degree in Marketing or Business Administration. They are responsible for developing company-wide strategies and looking at the business models of the company.

2. Aviation Management

Getting an Associates degree in Aviation Management and successful passing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) employment tests can earn you US$104,000 a year.  Air traffic controllers are responsible to coordinate the movement of air traffic to make sure that aircrafts stay safe.

3. Political Science

With a Masters degree in Political Science, you can make on an average US$102,000 a year. The job outlook is good and the political science jobs are expected to grow 21% faster than the average. There is no related work experience required. Political scientists conduct research on electoral campaigns, public opinions and provide support to political parties on key strategic matters.

The American employers today are more focused on the learning the individual possesses and with the right college degree you too can easily make more than US$100k a year. The University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign is all about providing the best and the most useful resources so that you can make a better career. Be a part of our campaign follow us on Facebook , Google plus , Pinterest and Twitter.  

What’s So Amazing about the Bellwood Quarry in Atlanta – University of Atlanta Explore, Educate and Evolve Campaign

Curiosity is perhaps the best of activity that could lead towards a refined living. A well-informed person is always in search of getting to know about things he is unaware of. To become a successful individual, it is important for a person to have a broader perspectives and ability to reason with logic and critique. University of Atlanta Explore, Educate and Evolve Campaign is an initiative to cater for the same cause.

Every day we share something which would add up to your information and you get to learn more about Atlanta. Today, through our informative campaign we will explore and share the facts about “Bellwood Quarry”. After today, you will know what’s so cool about The Quarry.

The Location

The Bellwood Quarry is on about 40 acres of land near North Marietta Street in northwest Atlanta. It boasts remarkable scenery with walls of spiky stonework extending up to 450 feet high. At the bottom is clear, green water as deep as 30 feet.

Tourist Attraction of Atlanta

Did you know that “The Quarry” served as the survivor's camp in season one of "The Walking Dead," and acts as numerous locations in "The Hunger Games – Part 1”? Isn’t that just the coolest!

"This will become a new world-class park for the city of Atlanta," said Atlanta Beltline communications director "It's probably the greatest opportunity the city has had since perhaps Piedmont Park to have a magnificent green space in the middle of the city” he further added.

Bellwood Quarry is the most anticipated recreational space, not only for the people of Atlanta but also for the people visiting, tourist from all over want to visit and see the beauty which just cannot be captured with a camera lens.

Do you know?

Bellwood quarry will be new Atlanta Music Park and will be open for public soon!

Atlanta is a beautiful city and UofA is proud of to a part of it, with University of Atlanta Explore, Educate and Evolve campaign we are unfolding the most amazing facts just about everything. Join us to learn more and become a part of our unique campaign. To stay frequently updated follow is on Facebook , Google plus , Pinterest and Twitter.

6 American Celebrities with Famous College Degrees – University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign

Celebrities are known for their on-screen performance, but there are some who consider education equally important. Do you know that Cindy Crawford received an academic scholarship to study Chemical Engineering? Sorry, what?  

These celebrities realize that learning is essential and university degrees are a good way to get it. You are going to be surprised to know how smart these stars are.

1.    Natalie Portman studied Psychology at Harvard

The famous Natalie has been a star since childhood, but she took a break to go to Harvard to get a Bachelors degree in Psychology. Natalie is renowned for her work in the ‘Star Wars Trilogy’, ‘Black Swan’ and the ‘Thor series’. For sure, the Psychology degree would have helped her in getting her an Academy Award for Best Actress and her second Golden Globe Award in the psycho-thriller ‘Black Swan’.

2.    Mr.Chow from ‘Hangover’ is actually ‘Dr. Ken’

Yes! Mr.Chow from the ‘Hangover trilogy’ is actually a Doctor. Dr. Ken Jeong attended the University of North Carolina where he received his medical degree and later on resided in New Orleans as a medical resident working for the Ochsner Medical Center.

3.    The science geek Amy on ‘The Big Bang Theory’ is an actual Neuroscientist

The nerd who became Howard’s wife and Sheldon’s girlfriend respectively on the American Sitcom ‘The Big Bang Theory’ in real life is a nerd too. Mayim Bialik attended the University of California, Los Angeles or famously known as UCLA earning first her Bachelors in Neuroscience and Hebrew and later on a PhD in Neuroscience. Definitely, she feels at home on-set as she is the actually the smartest of the group.

4.    Phoebe Studied Biology and Researched For 8 Years on Headaches

Phoebe Buffay from the famous American TV series ‘Friends’ spent eight years working with her father on a research on headaches and graduated with a degree in Biology from Vassar College.

5.    Agent K from the ‘Man in Black’ has a degree from Harvard

Tommy Lee Jones is the actor known for playing the role of tough guys and lawmen. Ironically he attended Harvard on a need-based scholarship studying English. Not only had he studied English he was roommates with the former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. His two interests at Harvard were theater and football.

6.    The actress from ‘Desperate Housewives’ recently earned her Masters degree

The adulteress Gabrielle Solis in the American television comedy-drama 'Desperate Housewives' known as Eva Longoria was thrilled as she earned her Masters degree in Chicano Studies from the California State University. Previously she has a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from The Texas A&M University. She has proved that she is not just a pretty face at all. She is a beauty with brains!

The University of Atlanta Explore, Educate & Evolve Campaign has brought you 6 well-schooled celebrities who can teach everyone a thing or two about the importance of education. Be a part of this campaign on Facebook, Google plus, Pinterest and Twitter.