Meetings often have a bad reputation. And, to be fair, they deserve it. Long-winded conversations, vague agendas, and bloated calendar invites can leave everyone wondering, “Couldn’t this have been an email?” In fact, 71% of employees view meetings as wasteful, and only 11% as productive. Further, meetings overwhelm 45% of workers. However, meetings aren’t the […]
I think we can all agree that most to-do lists are boring. They’re endless, overwhelming, and often guilt-inducing. Even worse? After meticulously jotting down every task, we end the day with half of them still unchecked, leaving us feeling exhausted and defeated. But what if your to-do list could be more exciting than a dreary […]
“Inbox Zero” has been the holy grail of email productivity for years. For good reason, the concept is simple. By methodically processing each email, you’ll be able to keep your inbox empty or close to empty. Even though this approach sounds appealing, it can quickly become yet another endless list of things to do, leaving […]
Leaders don’t have to be the loudest in the room. The opposite is true. Many times, it is those who operate with quiet confidence who are the best negotiators, leaders, and communicators. It’s not volume that dominates them; it’s intention that influences them. As Jacinda Ardern, the 40th prime minister of New Zealand, perfectly states, […]
It’s easy to fall into a trap of productivity. We schedule every minute, attend meetings back-to-back, and chase productivity. From the outside, this looks impressive. But underneath? It’s a creativity killer. Creativity doesn’t thrive in tight schedules. It requires space, silence, and spontaneity. If every hour is planned, ideas cannot wander, evolve, or surprise us. […]
Have you ever been stumped by a crowded calendar on a Monday morning? Or wondering where your time went after a chaotic Friday? This is where the “Future You” Method comes in — a simple, yet powerful way to plan for the week ahead with clarity, avoid unnecessary stress, and stay on track. As opposed […]
Most people treat their calendar as a simple Calendar. If that’s all you use it for, you’re barely scratching the surface. If you know where to look, you can boost your productivity using modern calendar apps like Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook, Fantastical, and Apple Calendar. Here are seven underutilized calendar features you should be using […]
If your calendar is full from sunrise to sunset, and you’re still running late, stressed out, or behind, you’re not alone. In most cases, we underestimate the time required to complete a task and forget to account for the unexpected. It’s here that time buffers come into play. A time buffer can boost your focus, […]
There’s no shortage of time management apps, hacks, gurus, and color-coded planners. But let’s be honest: managing time isn’t always the answer. There are times when it’s about managing your energy, your focus, or even your environment. In other words, if traditional time management techniques haven’t worked for you, maybe it’s time to try something […]
Managing complex projects is similar to performing surgery. Rather than jumping in without a plan, you must plan every step and execute it precisely. Whether it’s launching a high-risk product, handling a multi-phase client engagement, or managing dynamic teams, success comes from masterful execution. Throughout this post, we’ll examine how experienced professionals manage intricate tasks […]
John Rampton
John’s goal in life is to make people’s lives much more productive. Upping productivity allows us to spend more time doing the things we enjoy most. John was recently recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as being one of the top marketers in the World. John is co-founder and CEO of Calendar.