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Jones Loflin

Author and speaker

Jones Loflin is an author, coach, and keynote speaker with expertise in workplace morale, productivity, leadership, and time management. To book him for a speaking engagement or read more of his written work, go to his website. 

Wed, 05/28/2025 - 12:02
Sweep, Sort, StandardizeThe lean secret to boosting your focus
Wed, 05/07/2025 - 12:02
A question I’m getting asked a lot these days is, “What’s a quick way for me to improve my ability to focus?” I have several suggestions. One of the new ones I’m working on is connected to a principle from lean management. It’s called the 3S’s—Sweep…
Five Reminders About Successful Change From the Left Side of the Road Managing transitions effectively requires good data, communication, and a consistent process
Wed, 04/23/2025 - 00:01
I took a deep breath as we left the “car park,” as it’s called in Ireland. The only comforting thought I had was, “I’m glad I paid for the upgrade to an automatic.” Changing gears with my left hand while navigating roundabouts and narrow, rock wall-…
Why You Should Bring in the Bees to Deal With Your ElephantsA lean approach to juggling tasks
Wed, 02/26/2025 - 12:01
I had just finished a keynote presentation and was at the book table set up by the client. Participants were invited to pick up one or more of my books, and the company would pay for them. One excited audience member quickly made their way to the…
How To Use Your Mental Painter’s Tape For Better Focus Setting boundaries for better focus
Tue, 01/28/2025 - 00:02
I enjoy painting, and I’ll admit that I’m not the neatest painter out there—I get a lot on me. And I’m not the fastest painter either, but I feel like I do a pretty good job.  One of the tools that helps me improve my painting skills is painter’s…
Five Mistakes Leaders Make During ‘Harvest Season’How you manage the harvest season determines your future potential
Wed, 11/06/2024 - 12:01
Recently, while driving through North Dakota on a crisp fall evening, I found myself surrounded by the sights and sounds of harvest. Combines and trucks moved through golden cornfields, reaping the season’s bounty. I imagined the farmers, exhausted…
Seed Phrases Leaders Can Use to Grow Better ConversationsHow to cultivate people and common goals
Wed, 09/11/2024 - 12:03
Each January I head to the freezer in my basement and pull out a worn cardboard box. There are jars, envelopes, and bags filled with all kinds of seeds. Some are remnants of seeds purchased at a store in the past, while others are seeds I have saved…
Leading Your Team With the Power of Temptation Bundling Productivity unleashed
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 12:02
As a leadership keynote speaker, I’ve encountered countless professionals struggling with procrastination. We’ve all been there–staring at a mountain of “should-do” tasks while our minds wander to more enticing activities. But what if I told you…
Navigating Stress Bragging, Part 2How to respond when others overdo it
Wed, 07/24/2024 - 12:03
In a previous article, I discussed the concept of “stress bragging”—that tendency to boast about our stress levels as a way to highlight our productivity and importance. I touched on ways to curb this habit in ourselves. But what about when others…
Trustworthy LeadersEmpowering teams to care less and achieve more
Wed, 07/10/2024 - 12:01
I was driving along listening to the audio book Trust, by Henry Cloud (Faith Words, 2023). When the person reading the book made the comment, “Trustworthy leaders make their teams care less,” I almost had to pull over. Hearing that made me question…
Micromanage Much?The Brussels sprouts parable on overhelping
Mon, 07/01/2024 - 12:03
I love gardening and growing fresh vegetables. Recently I had checked in on my Brussels sprouts seedlings and, well, they looked awful! The reason quickly became obvious to me: I had overwatered them. I was so excited about growing Brussels sprouts…

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