March, 2015 | List Producer

See How I Detox a To-Do List on TV

March 8, 2015/0 Comments/in Apps, Increase Productivity, Learning With a List, List Making, Tool for Success, TV/by Paula Rizzo

Last week I shared with you the exciting news that I was going to be on The Better Show. If you didn’t have to chance to catch it when it was on TV, here are the clips from the show:

Detox Your To Do List

There’s a right way and a wrong way to make a list. Watch this clip to make sure your doing it the right way to set yourself up for success.

Make A List That Works!

In this clip I show you how to make our lists work for you, not against you. Plus there’s a round-up of gadgets that can help you. Do your best ideas come to you in the shower? Watch this!

Appy Listing

In this clip I give a rundown for the best apps to keep you organized while you shop and travel.

Stop Reading, Start Listening to Podcasts

March 5, 2015/0 Comments/in Fellow List Producers, Happiness, Increase Productivity, People, Radio, Saving Time, Technology, Tool for Success/by Paula Rizzo

If you follow this blog you probably know how much I’m loving podcasts these days. It’s such an easy way to get smarter! Podcasts are just so convenient for my commute as I spend most of my time walking, making it difficult to read. Podcasts are a great way to learn on the go and make the most of your limited free time.

Here is a list of my favorite podcasts:

Happier with Gretchen Rubin – I’m always inspired by Gretchen and she’s a list maker too so you know how I feel about that! She’s the author of The Happiness Project and the soon to be released book, Better Than Before. This happiness guru always seems to have the right answers and the best ways to love your life. This podcast is new and Gretchen and her sister host it together. It’s worth a listen for sure. Read more

I’m Going to Be on TV This Friday

March 3, 2015/1 Comment/in List Making, People, Technology, Tool for Success, Travel/by Paula Rizzo

Some super exciting news to share today. I’m going to be on TV this Friday! While I’ve made a few appearances on screen here and there, the majority of my television experience has been behind the scenes as a producer. Until now!

I was recently invited on to The Better Show to share my list-making expertise. With the assistance of a few gadgets, I explain how to detox your to do list and then chat about the best apps to keep you organized.

I had such a great time on set! The hosts, Kristina and JD where very gracious. Turns out JD is a huge list maker and Kristina told me she could use a little help. My segment will be airing this Friday, March 6th! If you’re in NYC – it’s on at 6am on WLNY (which by the way is the station where I had my first TV job and met my hubby!) If not — go to The Better Show website to find out what time it’s on in your area. Special thanks to my amazing friend Terri Trespicio who accompanied me and helped me nail all my listful talking points!

The Power of Saying No

March 2, 2015/1 Comment/in Decision Making/by Paula Rizzo

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Do you have a hard time saying no when someone asks you for a favor or sends you an invitation to get together? You’re not alone. I do too.

I totally understand — sometimes you just suck it up and give your precious time away.

Why we say “Yes”

Wanting to help — If you’re a people pleaser, saying no is not in your vocabulary.
Not wanting to come off as rude — Many of us correlate “no” with an insult.
To avoid conflict — It’s common to say yes just to please a friend or coworker.

Sometimes I say yes to things I don’t want to do or have time for even if it makes me unhappy.