As a small business owner, finding ways to save time is essential, as owning a business requires undivided attention in several areas. Time is a funny thing. The more time one thinks they may have, the faster it seems to fly. A business owner must manage operations, employees, and customers — but most importantly, they […]
Are you feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You’re not alone. In May, SHRM’s Employee Mental Health in 2024 Research Series reported that 44 percent of 1,405 U.S. employees surveyed felt burnt out at work, 45 percent felt emotionally drained from their work, and 51 percent felt used up at the end of their workday. What’s behind […]
Managers should preserve and increase the productivity of their employees. The ultimate goals are to avoid time waste, streamline efficiency so tasks can be handled in less time, and get more done with fewer resource expenditures. However, many managers approach this incorrectly, compromising morale in pursuit of numerical productivity gains. What habits do good managers […]
Every business strives for greater productivity, and with good reason! Entrepreneurs will always try to do two things better: save time and save money. They achieve this by finding out how to get better results. If the Halo Effect is applied correctly, it can be utilized as an effective strategy for productivity and business results. […]
Businesses are typically governed by sets of values, principles, and philosophies that dictate how they’re operated and managed. Sometimes, even small changes to this collective posture can make a huge difference in the outcomes of the organization. Notably, adopting a proactive posture throughout your organization can help you save time in numerous respects, especially in […]
When your business is doing well, but you feel like you could do better, finding the right tools to skyrocket your productivity isn’t as easy as it looks. Sometimes, tools can get in the way and make you even less productive, especially when they aren’t user-friendly and the learning curve is steep. However, some tools […]
Looking for a new job is stressful and time-consuming, but it’s something that needs to be done. If you want to increase your chances of landing a new job quickly, you’ll need learn to maximize productivity and save time as a job applicant. What strategies are most important when looking to maximize productivity and save […]
It is not unusual for addiction to be perceived as a private problem. The reality, however, is far more complex. As a microcosm of society, the workplace is where struggles outside of work are often reflected. Among these challenges, addiction casts a long shadow over productivity, morale, and company culture. The Silent Epidemic Addiction and […]
With the evolution of the workforce, employee expectations and needs are also evolving rapidly. Specifically, born roughly between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z brings a fresh perspective to work-life balance, mental health, and career purpose. In addition, this generation is more likely to openly discuss mental health challenges and request time off to take care […]
Are you stuck despite trying all the classic productivity tips, time management matrixes, and Pomodoro techniques? Well, that doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong. It may, however, be possible for you to unlock your full potential using some truly unconventional methods. That said, let’s explore some productivity hacks you might not have tried before but […]
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.