Sharon Danzger
CFA, CLU, ChFC
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Productivity Expert

Sharon Danzger Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- Productivity, Focus, Performance, Efficiency, Time Management, Priority Management
- Career Focus
- Corporate Training
I founded Control Chaos in 2006. As a productivity consultant, I provide group training and individual coaching.
My diverse background in financial services, non-profits, and small business enables me to offer a unique perspective on finding efficiency and balance. I tailor my approach to be industry specific and culturally focused based on my actual work and client experience.
I spent the early part of her career in financial services working for The Prudential Insurance Company of America. My time was spent in a variety of areas including commercial real estate, underwriting, corporate social responsibility, and group insurance. My work with non-profits has ranged from leadership development, governance, and training to financial analysis and oversight of an $18 MM budget.
I holds a BS in Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and an MS in Real Estate from New York University. I'm also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU).
I earned a Certificate of Study in Chronic Disorganization from the Institute for Challenging Disorganization (ICD). Most recently, I completed Monash University's "Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance," University of Virginia Darden School's "Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management," University of Pennsylvania Wharton School's "Contagious," and University of Michigan's "Inspiring and Motivating Individuals."
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5 WAYS TO MANAGE WORK STRESS
Stress is defined as "a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances." When we feel stressed, our body perceives a threat to our well being and releases a chemical that starts the "fight or flight" response. We have all felt it - our heart rate increases, our breath quickens, and our blood pressure goes up. These days it would be difficult to find an individual that does not experience stress at work and/or at home. While there is evidence that some stress is good for us, prolonged or chronic stress can be detrimental to our health.r
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THE 2-MINUTE RULE
Sometimes the smallest actions have the greatest impact. This is true about getting through so many of the small tasks that we are faced with each day. Interestingly, polishing off a bunch of small, quickly done tasks can energize us and motivate us to handle the larger, more mentally taxing projects that need to get done. This philosophy can be applied successfully at both work and home. WORK
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ACCEPTING FEEDBACK
I recently read Peter Bregman’s book “4 Seconds – All the Time You Need to Stop Counter-Productive Habits and Get the Results You Want.” The section on accepting criticism was particularly helpful.
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INBOX ZERO: 2 SIMPLE STEPS TO GET THERE; IT’S EASIER THAN YOU THINK
There's been a lot of hype about "inbox zero;" it's as if getting to inbox zero is a badge of honor reserved for those who are uber-organized and completely in control of their work. I've got great news for you - inbox zero is attainable to everyone, including you! But before discussing inbox zero, let's talk about some of the self-sabotaging email habits many of us have developed. DO YOU... check email ALL the time? have email notifications alert you every time a new message arrives? keep your phone at hand at meetings and meal time...in case an important message arrives?r
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3 SIMPLE AND POWERFUL PRODUCTIVITY HACKS
If you're like me, you are always searching for ways to improve work performance and find more time. You have a ton of work. Your task list keeps growing. You're drowning in emails. Yet, the number of hours in a day remains unchanged. These 3 simple and powerful productivity hacks will offer some guidance for getting more quality work done in less time. 1. EMAILS
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HACKS TO HELP OVERWHELMED EMPLOYEES
Work is busier than ever and the demands can often seem unreasonable. Do your employees voice conce s over workload and lack of time? Are they constantly stressed and in crisis? You might be asking yourself if these symptoms are the result of underlying issues relating to time management, priority management, and task management. Maybe it's a combination of all three. In this blog post, I will offer some suggestions for integrating email management, to-do lists, and calendars that can significantly reduce stress and prevent feeling overwhelmed by work.
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10 HABITS OF HIGHLY PRODUCTIVE PEOPLE
Looking for some quick fixes to be more productive? Look no further - here are 10 simple ways you can be as productive as the most productive people you know! 1. MEDITATION Meditating a few minutes each day can help clear your head, reduce stress, and keep you grounded. No training is required - just sit in a quiet place and focus on your breathing for 2, 5 or 10 minutes to get started. I started with 2 minutes in 2013 and now I'm up to 5 minutes a day! When extraneous thoughts enter your mind, simply let them drift away without judgement and come back to focusing on your breath.
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EFFICIENT vs EFFECTIVE
While efficiency and effectiveness are similar-sounding and often confused, the two have vastly different meanings when it comes to getting your work done. EFFICIENCY Being efficient means you are working in a well-organized and competent way. With so many things to do, it is easy to get bogged down with efficiently completing tasks on your to-do list. If nothing else, every time you cross an item off your list, you get a little endorphin rush.
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OVERCOMING ANALYSIS PARALYSIS
You want to make the right decision. We all do. But every time you get close to making a decision, doubt creeps into your head and you start to look for more information. And then a little more. There is truly no end to the research and information gathering you can do. This is what I refer to as "Analysis Paralysis."
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NOT ENOUGH SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE FOR FLOSSING? HERE'S WHY YOU SHOULD FLOSS ANYWAY.
On August 2, 2016, the NY Times featured an article “Feeling Guilty About Not Flossing? Maybe There’s No Need.” For decades, the federal government and dentists have strongly urged us to floss daily to promote good oral health. But now, the Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services no longer endorse the practice of flossing due to a lack of scientific evidence supporting medical benefits. Non-flossers are rejoicing! Dentists are outraged! Those of us who floss regularly are in disbelief! WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO GOOD, OLD-FASHIONED, COMMON SENSE?
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LIFELONG LEARNING
Over the past few months, I have enjoyed taking a number of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs.) Although I knew of the concept (free online courses offered from top universities around the world),I only recently began to take advantage of this unique way to learn.
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7 EMAIL BEST PRACTICES
EMAIL BEST PRACTICES a. Use a signature to provide your contact information on your computer, phone, and tablet. Do not leave the default, "sent from my...." If you are sending a work email from a location other than your desk, nobody needs to know. b. If something is still unresolved after two or three emails, simply pick up the phone. c. Keep disagreements off line. Best to keep some things unwritten and your tone is less likely to be misinterpreted in a live conversation.
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Control Chaos
Control Chaos provides interactive learning and development programs for individuals across a wide range of industries and levels. Participants leave our programs with specific actions that are easy to implement and have a meaningful and immediate impact on their work and personal lives.
April 4, 2016
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Control Chaos
Control Chaos helps create systems to organize your life! We offer organizing and time management expertise to help reduce stress. One-on-one coaching, seminars and webinars available.
January 4, 2008
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Control Chaos, LLC
Control Chaos is a firm that specializes in creating systems to organize your life. Areas covered include: Time management, paper, filing systems, closets, and kitchens.
December 4, 2007