Despite the misconception that we’re lazy or entitled, we work a lot. The U.S. could be considered the most overworked nation in the world. But with little to show for it. Don’t believe so? Here are a few data points that compare us with our peers worldwide. There are laws setting a maximum work week […]
Productivity is essential in evaluating business performance. However, it is also worth noting that productivity isn’t the same as busyness. Productivity often goes hand in hand with efficiency. When people can get more done with less effort, they’re productive. It’s the classic “work smarter, not harder” mindset. One of the best ways to boost productivity […]
Whether you deal with $500,000 service contracts or $5 retail products, every touchpoint you have with a customer is an opportunity to care for them—and keep them coming back to your brand for life. What if someone asked your customers, “How do you feel about that brand?” How would they answer? It seems like an […]
Wedding bells are ringing! Maybe you are planning for that special — all-important day during the winter holidays? Of course, December Days and New Year’s Day are popular wedding days. But, the day you walk down the aisle is quickly approaching, and no matter which day you choose, your special day will be wonderful. Yes […]
No company operates in a vacuum, and very few businesses are one-person operations. Even if you’re a solopreneur, you’ll likely need to coordinate with clients. In short, business means collaboration. Working with others translates to the necessity of meetings. And meetings can either be a drain for your schedule and productivity. Or, when you maximize […]
Traditionally, you manage your time by dividing tasks and assigning specific amounts of time to each task. A good example is setting a two-hour deadline for yourself to complete three reports. Energy, however, is not taken into account by this method. It could be partly due to the obsession over time management that 52% of […]
After a long week, having a Sunday Funday was just what you needed. Maybe it was grabbing brunch with friends or inviting your family over for dinner. Or, maybe you went on an adventure, like hiking or taking the kids to an amusement park. Or maybe you even went to church. Whatever you planned for […]
When was the last time you did nothing? Of course, I’m talking about the kind of nothing when you’re just alone with your thoughts with no distractions whatsoever. If you’re anything like most people today, you likely think “rarely.” Or even worse, “never.” Undoubtedly, technology has enabled people to accomplish more with less effort. Yet, […]
With summer winding down, many kids and educators are preparing to return to school in August or September. The first morning of kindergarten, the last first day of high school, or off to college is almost always fraught with nervous excitement. Fortunately, students can calm their nerves with these inspirational back-to-school quotes. And, there are […]
Cooking your own food at home is a healthier option than grabbing takeout on the way to work in the morning or back from work in the evening. It’s even a great idea to fix something from home for your lunches on days you don’t have business over a lunch meeting. However, coming home to […]
Deanna Ritchie
Editor-in-Chief at Calendar. Former Editor-in-Chief and writer at Startup Grind. Freelance editor at Entrepreneur.com. Deanna loves to help build startups, and guide them to discover the business value of their online content and social media marketing.