Connectors for stranded wire + PC mount screw terminals

something like this is commonly used in industry to make wiring easier and cleaner -

http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Shopping/Catalog/Wiring_Solutions/Wire_End_Connectors/Insulated_Ferrules/Standard_Color_Single_Wire/BM-00501

They are crimped on to the end of the stranded wire and then inserted into the terminal block. I even had a small collection of jumpers with these on the end. Made it real easy to hook something up temporarily.

They come in a large variety of sizes.