Your Ebay Swipe File

Despite being on eBay for a while and watching the auctions whenever I can, there always seems to be new types of auctions and products sold at auctions popping up every day.

Brewing Trouble

Admit it: When you're faced with a lengthy checklist for testing, you're tempted to skip steps. Some of the items aren't really necessary, are they? They might be so obvious that there's no need to include them in the list. In this week's column, Elisabeth Hendrickson offers some advice on constructing useful checklists that are brief but complete.

Be Bold!

I like what Billie Jean King, the feminist tennis professional, had to say: "Be bold. If you're going to make an error, make a doozey, and don't be afraid to hit the ball." Does the fear of making an error keep you from doing things you say are important to you?

Have You Got Time For Planning?

You know that planning is essential both for success and effective use of your time. But what if you don't think you have the time to plan in the first place? It's a catch 22. You need to have the time to plan because such preparation would free up more of your time.