"We're here to help you learn the simple, practical skills that will help you to excel, what ever you choose to do." James Manktelow, Mind Tools

James Manktelow

James Manktelow, founded MindTools.com in 1995. The concept for the site started with his research into the practical skills and techniques he needed to progress his own career – he found it frustrating that so many simple but important life and career skills were so difficult to find, and so little taught.

Mind Tools exists to correct this – our team now works with experts and specialists spanning five continents to bring these essential skills together into one place, presenting them in a way that is accurate, easily understood, and highly accessible. More than 4,200,000 visitors each year now use Mind Tools to develop their careers.

As well as leading the Mind Tools team, James has written six books: WorkLife: Manage Your Time; WorkLife: Manage Stress; Mind Tools; Stress Tools; Make Time for Success! (written with Namita Anand); and How to Lead: Discover the Leader Within You (with Felix Brodbeck and Namita Anand).

Prior to Mind Tools, James' career has spanned strategic analysis, business development, marketing, production and project management, business and systems analysis, software development and consultancy for major corporations in most European countries. As a manager, he has lead teams at all corporate levels, and as an entrepreneur he has worked with others to build two successful companies.

James holds an MBA from London Business School with specialties in entrepreneurship and strategy. He lives just outside London with his wife Rachel (also an LBS MBA) and son Alex.

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Locke's Goal Setting Theory - Understanding SMART Goal Setting
Golden Rules of Goal Setting - Five rules to set yourself up for success
Backward Goal-Setting - Using backward planning to set goals
New Year's Resolutions - Planning for a year of achievement
Prioritization - Making best use of your time and resources
Action Priority Matrix - Making the most of your opportunities*
The Art of Filing - Managing your documents... and your time
The Urgent/Important Matrix - Using time effectively, not just efficiently*
Treasure Mapping - Visualizing your goal for greater achievement*
How Good is Your Time Management? - Discover tools that can help you
Pickle Jar Theory - Make your schedule work. Leave time for fun!*
Managing Interruptions - Maintain focus. Keep control of your time.*
In Flow - Maximizing productivity through improved focus
Beating Self-Sabotage - Recognizing and overcoming it*
Toffler's Stability Zones - Finding peace amid chaos*
How to Relax After a Hard Day - Leaving work at work*
Murphy's Law - Expecting the unexpected
Team Effectiveness Assessment - How well do you and your team work together?
Team Management Skills - The core skills needed to manage your team
Locus of Control - Finding out who's in charge of your destiny
The Wheel of Life - Finding balance in your life
Using the Life Career Rainbow - Finding a work/life balance that suits you*
What's Your Reputation? - Building a reputation consistent with career goals*
Working with Powerful People - Manage relationships for maximum satisfaction*
Managing Your Boss - Developing an effective working relationship*
Working with Purpose - Bringing more meaning to your career*
Future Proof Your Career - Developing skills for your future as well as for today
Customer Service Mindset - Getting passionate about serving others*
Managing a Budget - Setting and sticking to financial targets*
Making the Right Career Move - Choosing the role that's best for you
Mentoring - A mutually beneficial partnership*
Mentoring: An Essential Leadership Skill - Mentoring from a mentor's perspective
Finding a Mentor - Getting support from the right "someone"*
Professional Networking - Building relationships for mutual benefit *
How to Ask for a Pay Raise - Objectively evaluating your value to your organization*
Get Ready for Promotion - Showing what you can do
Working for Yourself - Surviving and thriving in self-employment*
Entrepreneurial Skills - What you need to know to run your own business*
Dealing with Office Politics - Navigating the minefield*
Good Manners in the Office - Realizing there's no excuse for discourtesy*
Egos at Work - Managing a co-worker's superiority complex
Bullying in the Workplace - What is it and what can you do?*
Avoiding Discrimination - Minimize problems by being prepared*
Surviving a Merger - Taking control and proving your value*
Breaking the Glass Ceiling - Reaching for the top with everyday tools
"Re-interview" for Your Own Job - Getting rehired after a company restructure
Back on Track - Overcoming a major setback in your career*

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