Friday, January 14, 2005
This web link: http://www.i-am-bored.com/bored_link.cfm?link_id=7240 takes you to an animation that is an excellent example of procrastination. It shows that we can avoid starting any project or task with a small interruption such as a drop of spilled coffee on a desk. Instead of quickly wiping off the drop from the desk, the whole desk is washed. Although this is a humorous attempt at procrastination, procrastination affects the majority of the public at some time. I wanted to blog this to my readers as an example of what not to do when we are finding a task too daunting to work on. There are a variety of reasons behind procrastination. To overcome it we must push forward and set up some kind of schedule. If you have a hard time sticking to that schedule it either means your schedule is unrealistic, or that you need a coach or buddy. The coach or buddy will help you stay focused. If you can’t find a buddy or hire a coach write down all of the tasks due for that week and prioritize them. Choose the task that is most important first, leaving the less important tasks until later. However, make sure the tasks that are less important are done as well. To insure this, put all of your priorities into your PDA, pocket pc, or daily planner. For each task make an appointment for yourself. Make sure to set a time limit for how long you will work on that one particular task. For example, if you are working on a presentation think of how long a previous presentation took you to prepare. If think it took 4 hours to create, then allow yourself 5 hours. It is always better to allot more time, than not enough. Avoid doing personal errands during business hours. Take it one day at a time, one task at a time.
Friday's Deal Mail!
Hi Folks,
Welcome to another installment of the weekly dealmail!
Now, on with the deals! (A few don't have a picture today but you'll be able to see one if you click the link.)
Starting with two incredible ones today that are so cheap, I can't imagine not buying them. First, is a swanky tabletop grill that seems like it would be fun for you and all of your friends to sit around and make appetizers on. Normally, possibly a silly extravagance. However, at 85% off, or only $6, how can you go wrong?!
Casa Moda Smokeless Tabletop Grill with Ceramic Tray
Second, and this one really goes with the first: The same company makes a s'mores maker that will make you wistful for summer all winter long. The best part? The whole setup is cheaper than buying wood for a real fire! Check it out at 80% off, or *under* 8 bucks!
Casa Moda S'Mores Maker with Ceramic Round Tray
Finally, an absolutely amazing deal on a great all-around tool for just about anyone. A great pocket tool that has everything from a small knife to an LED light. These are great and are worth getting a few of so you have some for gifts too. Did I mention that it started at 40 bucks and is now $9.97!?
Multi-Tool with LED by Mountain Gear
Before we get on with the rest of the deals, I can't resist featuring the unbelievably sweet new Apple iPod that is selling for under $100! Seriously! The iPod shuffle is going to be incredible (Just take a look at all of the info about it on the website) and is already available by pre-order from Amazon.
Apple iPod Shuffle
OK, for those of you stuck in deep cold this weekend and looking for a little extra heat, how about more than half off a portable radiator to keep you toasty? It even comes with a timer so you can set it to pre-warm your bathroom! (Under 70 bucks!)
DeLonghi DR18T Rapido Heavy Duty Oil-Filled Radiator
Second for those of you stuck in deep freeze, a great price on a device to help you figure out how cold it is and when it will end! Your very own weather forecaster with a wireless outside temperature reader for half off. These are really nice machines and make great early fathers day gifts! (Trust me, I know
La Crosse Technology WS-7078UF Wireless Forecast Station
This week, there are two electronics items, and both are great deals. First, the excellent Netgear WGB511 wireless router. I have this one and it works well throughout our entire house. Its the new standard (802.11g) and is really, really easy to set up. Don't you deserve wireless internet at home? :-) Oh yeah, its about 60% off after rebate!
Netgear WGB511 802.11g Wireless Networking Kit
The second electronics item is a great deal on an MP3 player by Rio, an excellent brand. This particular one has won lots of awards for design and is a great small MP3 player for taking to the gym or on walks. Its also more than half off after rebate.
Rio Forge 128 MB Sport MP3 Player
For those of you that know the dealmail well, get ready to be shocked, there's just *one* kitchen item today. What is it? A great deal on something I never knew I needed! A special tupperware for keeping Bundt cakes fresh at 56% off and under $9. So cheap you could get this and the first two items and still barely make the $25 free shipping threshold!
Nordic Ware Deluxe Bundt Cake Keeper
Seeing as how my sister is getting married this Spring, I thought I'd feature three wedding themed items. You don't have to be getting married to want them, but hey, you gotta get a gimmick. :-) First, a great deal on a basic plain gold wedding band. If you want a basic model, this is a great price at under $200.
18k Yellow Gold 5mm Comfort Fit Plain Band
Next, and not just for weddings: A nice set of a pendant and earrings that would probably look nice for lots of different occasions. (And no one has to know they're not real..? :-) How about $34 for these?!
CZ Pendant/Earring Silver Jewelry set
The final wedding item is certainlu not restricted to just those getting married. Perhaps to those that want to avoid getting married as well?! :-) What is it? A great deal on a variety pack of condoms, of course! 25% off and delivered in a brown box, straight to your door...(Man I wish I had that available when I was a 17...) Enjoy!
Romantex Latex Condoms - Assorted (48 Condoms)
And the last item? How could it be anything but the must have item of the year for this year's hunting season?! Get yours now!
Mystery item
Hi Folks,
Welcome to another installment of the weekly dealmail!
Now, on with the deals! (A few don't have a picture today but you'll be able to see one if you click the link.)
Starting with two incredible ones today that are so cheap, I can't imagine not buying them. First, is a swanky tabletop grill that seems like it would be fun for you and all of your friends to sit around and make appetizers on. Normally, possibly a silly extravagance. However, at 85% off, or only $6, how can you go wrong?!
Casa Moda Smokeless Tabletop Grill with Ceramic Tray
Second, and this one really goes with the first: The same company makes a s'mores maker that will make you wistful for summer all winter long. The best part? The whole setup is cheaper than buying wood for a real fire! Check it out at 80% off, or *under* 8 bucks!
Casa Moda S'Mores Maker with Ceramic Round Tray
Finally, an absolutely amazing deal on a great all-around tool for just about anyone. A great pocket tool that has everything from a small knife to an LED light. These are great and are worth getting a few of so you have some for gifts too. Did I mention that it started at 40 bucks and is now $9.97!?
Multi-Tool with LED by Mountain Gear
Before we get on with the rest of the deals, I can't resist featuring the unbelievably sweet new Apple iPod that is selling for under $100! Seriously! The iPod shuffle is going to be incredible (Just take a look at all of the info about it on the website) and is already available by pre-order from Amazon.
Apple iPod Shuffle
OK, for those of you stuck in deep cold this weekend and looking for a little extra heat, how about more than half off a portable radiator to keep you toasty? It even comes with a timer so you can set it to pre-warm your bathroom! (Under 70 bucks!)
DeLonghi DR18T Rapido Heavy Duty Oil-Filled Radiator
Second for those of you stuck in deep freeze, a great price on a device to help you figure out how cold it is and when it will end! Your very own weather forecaster with a wireless outside temperature reader for half off. These are really nice machines and make great early fathers day gifts! (Trust me, I know
La Crosse Technology WS-7078UF Wireless Forecast Station
This week, there are two electronics items, and both are great deals. First, the excellent Netgear WGB511 wireless router. I have this one and it works well throughout our entire house. Its the new standard (802.11g) and is really, really easy to set up. Don't you deserve wireless internet at home? :-) Oh yeah, its about 60% off after rebate!
Netgear WGB511 802.11g Wireless Networking Kit
The second electronics item is a great deal on an MP3 player by Rio, an excellent brand. This particular one has won lots of awards for design and is a great small MP3 player for taking to the gym or on walks. Its also more than half off after rebate.
Rio Forge 128 MB Sport MP3 Player
For those of you that know the dealmail well, get ready to be shocked, there's just *one* kitchen item today. What is it? A great deal on something I never knew I needed! A special tupperware for keeping Bundt cakes fresh at 56% off and under $9. So cheap you could get this and the first two items and still barely make the $25 free shipping threshold!
Nordic Ware Deluxe Bundt Cake Keeper
Seeing as how my sister is getting married this Spring, I thought I'd feature three wedding themed items. You don't have to be getting married to want them, but hey, you gotta get a gimmick. :-) First, a great deal on a basic plain gold wedding band. If you want a basic model, this is a great price at under $200.
18k Yellow Gold 5mm Comfort Fit Plain Band
Next, and not just for weddings: A nice set of a pendant and earrings that would probably look nice for lots of different occasions. (And no one has to know they're not real..? :-) How about $34 for these?!
CZ Pendant/Earring Silver Jewelry set
The final wedding item is certainlu not restricted to just those getting married. Perhaps to those that want to avoid getting married as well?! :-) What is it? A great deal on a variety pack of condoms, of course! 25% off and delivered in a brown box, straight to your door...(Man I wish I had that available when I was a 17...) Enjoy!
Romantex Latex Condoms - Assorted (48 Condoms)
And the last item? How could it be anything but the must have item of the year for this year's hunting season?! Get yours now!
Mystery item
Friday, January 07, 2005
Friday's Deal Mail!
Hi Folks,
Welcome back to the weekly dealmail! Its been a crazy holiday season that is finally, finally settling down.
There are some absolutely incredible deals today and, since we're all in a rush, I'll get right to it!
This week, there's multiple killer deals, so I thought I'd start with what everyone needs now that the holidays are over: A stiff drink! Spiegalau hand blows beautiful wine/cocktail glasses and these are no exception. A set of 4 cocktail glasses selling for $9.99 instead of $43.75! That's 77% off! At that price, you can even afford the liquor to fill them with!
Spiegelau Five O'Clock Cocktail Glasses, Set of 4
How about a second killer deal? For you or a friend that got new camera this holiday season, how about a really nice, lightweight, brand name travelers tripod for 75% off at under $10! (*With* free shipping!) This one is an absolutely fabulous deal...
Tiffen Traveler Tripod
If you did get a camera, and it was digital, you might be thinking about a better way to download the pictures onto your computer. There are lots of solutions to this, but the easiest is generally a USB multi-card reader, that just plugs in and works from the get-go. There is a great deal on one by Viking right now at only about $14 (that's 65% off retail.) Really useful device at a great price.
Viking IntelliFlash 6-in-1 USB Flash Memory Reader
And of course, an unbelievable deal on a pot. Amazon has Calphalon's commercial Hard Anodized 8.5 Qt Saucier pot with lid for 83% off...83%!!! Get this puppy for under $30 while supplies last...
Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 8-1/2-Quart Saucier with Lid
Since we are officially into the new year, many people made some get fit new years resolutions. In light of that, I give you four great deals on stuff that will help you get there. First, a sweet deal on a complete body sculpting system with hand weights, workout DVDs, and a fitness ball. All ships free for 60% off at under $40! A truly great deal and Amazon brings it right to your house for nothin'!
Karen Voight Body Sculpting System [65cm Fitness Ball, 2 Fitness DVD's, Yoga Mat, 3 lb Hand Weights]
You know you want it: The POWER TOWER! That's right, amaze your friends, strike fear in your enemies with your enormous biceps! A pull-up/dip tower that does plenty of other things, normally ships for $200 but is just 80 bucks today only!
Ironman Power Tower
OK - The next two items are a little different that what I normally feature, but they are an incredible deals so I couldn't resist. Why? They are 200lbs and they still ship *free*. That makes the sale price they are selling for an incredible deal. First, a treadmill: The well rated Healthtrainer 501 is a great home treadmill and is on sale today only for $650...$650! At that price, its 35% off and it includes delivery! Have your own treadmill, in your house, for the price of a year membership at a gym...
Healthtrainer 501 Treadmill (1.75 HP)
Final fitness item? Do you spinning and winter training at home! Amazon is selling the Ironman Recumbent exercise bike for 50% off at under $450 also with free shipping. This is a great home bike with tons of features and is small enough that it should fit in just about anyone's home. Take a look!
Ironman 400r Recumbent Exercise Bike
Now for our weekly picks from Dani: Both are winter themed and both will make just about any favorite woman in your life delighted to muck around with you in the middle of winter. First, a great deal on some funky women's rain boots by Polo that are on sale and even look actually look attractive as well.
Polo Sport Women's Fairchild Shoe
A great pair of funky women's boots, reserved only for special occasions. You too can have a pair
of these lovely rubber wellies in your closet for half off!
RALPH LAUREN BLUE LABEL Jana Rubber Wellie
Now, on to the rest of the deals. How about some great home items? First, if you have kids, I have rarely seen something as cute as this in the organizer department. A really sweet closet organizer with a compartment for each day of the week, in lots of bright colors, and 60% off as well! This is a Personworks favorite for any parent who needs to organize their child's closet. Make a game out it by assigning the compartments. For example, assign each slot for a week day. That way you can plan outfits out with your child for the week (one less thing to do before bed every night!) You could also use the colorful compartments as a color coding system. For example, red is for sweaters, blue is for pants, while yellow is for pjs. You could even use this organizing tools for toys. The possibilities are limitless!
Whitney Design 01819 Kids 5-Day 7-Shelf Closet Organizer
I absolutely loved these gloves. I don't think the sale on them is particularly earth shattering, but its such a cool product, especially if you or a loved one has chronic cold hands. 20% off the Happy Company's microwaveable therapeutic cozy mitts. Gotta love 'em!
The Happy Company Happy 72863 Microwaveable Therapeutic Cozy Mitts, Black
Got Espresso? No? Get it yourself with this 4-star reviewed 15 bar home espresso pump machine. People seem to love this little guy and it had an aluminum tank and removeable water reservoir for easy filling! Oh, did I mention that it was 62% off and under 80 bucks?! Today Only
Briel ES42BF Artemis Pump Espresso Machine, Black
The last two items (before the final item, of course) are random items that I thought were great deals and, while they may not appeal to everyone, are still pretty cool. First, a complete router set with a table included (these are great for your friends who are woodworkers) for 57% off.
Skil 14651 Router and Router Table Combo
Last, for the many people that often ask me for a deal on a laptop. Here is a nice, basic laptop with all of the trimmings that most people will need, including built in wireless networking, for $759. A great deal if you need a decent computer for yourself or a kid.
WinBook C220 (Click for all the details!)
Finally, in the first send-off item of the year. Who would be cought dead without their Boar Bristle 3? I know I wouldn't!
Boar Bristle 3
Hi Folks,
Welcome back to the weekly dealmail! Its been a crazy holiday season that is finally, finally settling down.
There are some absolutely incredible deals today and, since we're all in a rush, I'll get right to it!
This week, there's multiple killer deals, so I thought I'd start with what everyone needs now that the holidays are over: A stiff drink! Spiegalau hand blows beautiful wine/cocktail glasses and these are no exception. A set of 4 cocktail glasses selling for $9.99 instead of $43.75! That's 77% off! At that price, you can even afford the liquor to fill them with!
Spiegelau Five O'Clock Cocktail Glasses, Set of 4
How about a second killer deal? For you or a friend that got new camera this holiday season, how about a really nice, lightweight, brand name travelers tripod for 75% off at under $10! (*With* free shipping!) This one is an absolutely fabulous deal...
Tiffen Traveler Tripod
If you did get a camera, and it was digital, you might be thinking about a better way to download the pictures onto your computer. There are lots of solutions to this, but the easiest is generally a USB multi-card reader, that just plugs in and works from the get-go. There is a great deal on one by Viking right now at only about $14 (that's 65% off retail.) Really useful device at a great price.
Viking IntelliFlash 6-in-1 USB Flash Memory Reader
And of course, an unbelievable deal on a pot. Amazon has Calphalon's commercial Hard Anodized 8.5 Qt Saucier pot with lid for 83% off...83%!!! Get this puppy for under $30 while supplies last...
Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 8-1/2-Quart Saucier with Lid
Since we are officially into the new year, many people made some get fit new years resolutions. In light of that, I give you four great deals on stuff that will help you get there. First, a sweet deal on a complete body sculpting system with hand weights, workout DVDs, and a fitness ball. All ships free for 60% off at under $40! A truly great deal and Amazon brings it right to your house for nothin'!
Karen Voight Body Sculpting System [65cm Fitness Ball, 2 Fitness DVD's, Yoga Mat, 3 lb Hand Weights]
You know you want it: The POWER TOWER! That's right, amaze your friends, strike fear in your enemies with your enormous biceps! A pull-up/dip tower that does plenty of other things, normally ships for $200 but is just 80 bucks today only!
Ironman Power Tower
OK - The next two items are a little different that what I normally feature, but they are an incredible deals so I couldn't resist. Why? They are 200lbs and they still ship *free*. That makes the sale price they are selling for an incredible deal. First, a treadmill: The well rated Healthtrainer 501 is a great home treadmill and is on sale today only for $650...$650! At that price, its 35% off and it includes delivery! Have your own treadmill, in your house, for the price of a year membership at a gym...
Healthtrainer 501 Treadmill (1.75 HP)
Final fitness item? Do you spinning and winter training at home! Amazon is selling the Ironman Recumbent exercise bike for 50% off at under $450 also with free shipping. This is a great home bike with tons of features and is small enough that it should fit in just about anyone's home. Take a look!
Ironman 400r Recumbent Exercise Bike
Now for our weekly picks from Dani: Both are winter themed and both will make just about any favorite woman in your life delighted to muck around with you in the middle of winter. First, a great deal on some funky women's rain boots by Polo that are on sale and even look actually look attractive as well.
Polo Sport Women's Fairchild Shoe
A great pair of funky women's boots, reserved only for special occasions. You too can have a pair
of these lovely rubber wellies in your closet for half off!
RALPH LAUREN BLUE LABEL Jana Rubber Wellie
Now, on to the rest of the deals. How about some great home items? First, if you have kids, I have rarely seen something as cute as this in the organizer department. A really sweet closet organizer with a compartment for each day of the week, in lots of bright colors, and 60% off as well! This is a Personworks favorite for any parent who needs to organize their child's closet. Make a game out it by assigning the compartments. For example, assign each slot for a week day. That way you can plan outfits out with your child for the week (one less thing to do before bed every night!) You could also use the colorful compartments as a color coding system. For example, red is for sweaters, blue is for pants, while yellow is for pjs. You could even use this organizing tools for toys. The possibilities are limitless!
Whitney Design 01819 Kids 5-Day 7-Shelf Closet Organizer
I absolutely loved these gloves. I don't think the sale on them is particularly earth shattering, but its such a cool product, especially if you or a loved one has chronic cold hands. 20% off the Happy Company's microwaveable therapeutic cozy mitts. Gotta love 'em!
The Happy Company Happy 72863 Microwaveable Therapeutic Cozy Mitts, Black
Got Espresso? No? Get it yourself with this 4-star reviewed 15 bar home espresso pump machine. People seem to love this little guy and it had an aluminum tank and removeable water reservoir for easy filling! Oh, did I mention that it was 62% off and under 80 bucks?! Today Only
Briel ES42BF Artemis Pump Espresso Machine, Black
The last two items (before the final item, of course) are random items that I thought were great deals and, while they may not appeal to everyone, are still pretty cool. First, a complete router set with a table included (these are great for your friends who are woodworkers) for 57% off.
Skil 14651 Router and Router Table Combo
Last, for the many people that often ask me for a deal on a laptop. Here is a nice, basic laptop with all of the trimmings that most people will need, including built in wireless networking, for $759. A great deal if you need a decent computer for yourself or a kid.
WinBook C220 (Click for all the details!)
Finally, in the first send-off item of the year. Who would be cought dead without their Boar Bristle 3? I know I wouldn't!
Boar Bristle 3
