At some point, we’ve all lamented that there’s not enough time in the day. Wouldn’t it be better if that universal complaint weren’t about real time, but about how we perceive the productivity lie? Ultimately, time is the only constant. It doesn’t slow down or speed up for anyone. Whether we’re scrambling to meet a […]
It’s amazing how summer makes even the most introverted souls feel like social butterflies. After all, your calendar can quickly fill up with barbecues, beach days, and rooftop happy hours with longer days and warmer nights. The catch? While your social life thrives, your personal goals and productivity stall. With the Social Butterfly Schedule, you […]
ADHD can be easily misunderstood as excessive impulsivity or being easily distracted. In reality, for many adults, it’s a daily battle against time blindness, impulsivity, and disorganization. Medications and therapy may help, but AI tools may provide immediate and practical support. But can AI help people with ADHD stay on track? The answer is yes, […]
For many people, summer means sun-drenched days, long evenings, and a relaxed pace. But it can feel like navigating a dense fog when you’re trying to focus and work. There is actually a phenomenon known as “summer brain fog,” an unavoidable reaction to the season’s unique challenges. As daylight hours grow longer, our sleep cycles […]
We expect vacations to be restorative. A meta-analysis of 32 studies from nine countries suggests that vacations have a greater impact on employee well-being than you might think. Aside from that, annual leave also has a much longer-lasting effect than the ride home from the airport. For most professionals, though, the time leading up to […]
Burnout can potentially impact anyone, regardless of their industry. Some work environments are naturally more high-pressure than others. However, all companies have the potential to overwork employees if they do not pay attention and consistently expect too much from them. Some managers can get away with pushing workers past their boundaries for a short time. […]
Summer has its own rhythm. As the days lengthen, the sun rises earlier, and the warmth whispers, “Take it easy.” For many of us, though, the demands of work do not fade with the season. Projects still need to be completed on time, emails still flood in, and productivity remains non-negotiable. So, how do you […]
You’ve color-coded your calendar and followed high performers’ morning routines. You’ve also downloaded the latest apps to “optimize” your time and read productivity books. You even blocked your day into 15-minute intervals. And yet, despite all this, you still feel behind. The more plans you make, the more burned out you become. If this sounds […]
Life can feel like a stormy sea in the ocean of everyday life. Whenever a deadline approaches, it crashes in like a rogue wave. Like sudden squalls, notifications howl. In the chaos, we respond rather than direct it, like sailors without a compass. When we react in this way, we are always scrambling, perpetually behind, […]
It may sound counterproductive to work less in a world that values hustle culture intentionally. Historically, we have been trained to believe that success directly results from relentless effort. There seems to be a mantra: more time, more results. However, what if that equation is flawed? Could the relentless pursuit of more hours hinder our progress, stifle […]
John Hall
John Hall is the co-founder of Calendar a scheduling and time management app. He’s also a keynote speaker that you can book at http://www.johnhallspeaking.com.