Helen Keller once said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” As someone who manages a team, I love this quote. You could be surrounded by ten of the most hard-working, dedicated, and talented individuals around. But if you’re not working together as team then all of those attributes will […]
I’ve read that more than 70 percent of workers report that they’re not satisfied with their career choices. That may sound high — but to be honest, it’s not all that shocking. You put in mad hours, but aren’t any better financially or career-wise. You don’t have a personal connection with the company that you’re […]
There are common threads that all strong and great leaders share. The threads will follow along a trail of self-awareness, being able to communicate consistently and clearly, and genuinely caring about their team. But, one area that is often not mentioned — but is ever present — is focused. When a leader has focus, they’re able […]
Young job hoppers only jump ship when another company offers more money, right? Not exactly. According to a new infographic published by SCORE, four out of five employees appreciate better benefits — to a pay raise. That doesn’t mean top employees are content to accept below-market salaries, but it does mean employers have some wiggle room […]
Businesses tend to treat Generation Z like Millennials at their own peril. The latest generation to join the workforce is more than just a younger breed of those who came before. They are hungrier, more technologically savvy and less forgiving of leaders who fail to meet their expectations. Companies and managers who want to attract […]
If you want to become productive then you need to be committed to planning and focus. It also wouldn’t hurt to develop these 15 daily habits that the most productive people share. 1. They have a consistent morning routine. Productive people like Oprah, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Arianna Huffington have morning routines. The misconception, […]
I’m surprised at how many people don’t really know how to use their calendar effectively. After all, your calendar can help you make the most of your workday, streamline your efforts, and ensure that you won’t double-book hours or forget about important meetings, events, or todos. Your calendar could probably be considered the best productivity […]
When it comes to productivity there are numerous external factors that can influence how productive your day will be. Everything from the temperature, background noise, lighting, and being satisfied at work can all play a role. One of the factors that’s not discussed much is all of the productivity trends. Not only do these trends […]
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.