Your calendar tells a story about how you work—how you prioritize, communicate, and make decisions. In an era of hybrid schedules, global teams, and numerous meetings, the small choices you make in invitations and scheduling add up to a personal brand. According to Microsoft’s Work Trend Index, last-minute, ad hoc meetings and after-hours activity are […]
Few things can derail a productive day faster than a scheduling conflict. When you carefully plan your calendar, two commitments overlap — or worse, you realize you’ve double-booked yourself. In addition to wasting time, conflicts can strain relationships, disrupt projects, and create unnecessary stress. The good news? By using the right systems and increasing awareness, […]
While productivity strategies come and go, two stand out as both prominent yet often misunderstood: time blocking and task batching. On the surface, they seem similar. Both methods involve planning your time, minimizing distractions, and approaching work with a clear intention. However, both methods work differently. And, depending on your approach, one may be more […]
Our culture glorifies busyness. With long to-do lists, packed calendars, and constant notifications, you may feel like you’re always working but rarely getting stuff done. The thing is, not all tasks are created equal. Some tasks will contribute more to your success than others. That’s where the 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, […]
There is a certain weight attached to Sunday evenings. As the weekend draws to a close, Monday looms, and your brain buzzes with all the things you need to accomplish this week. Often, this is the moment when stress creeps in-the dreaded “Sunday Scaries.” Personally, I also experienced this to the point of almost making […]
While college is exciting, it can also seem overwhelming at times. As a student, you have to attend lectures, write papers, juggle part-time jobs, join clubs, and maintain a social life. In fact, according to a Gallup poll of 6,000 college students enrolled in October 2024, one-third considered dropping out during that fall semester due […]
In some ways, autumn feels like a fresh start. There is a crispness to the air, the leaves turn gold, and even the pace of life seems to slow down. Although January is the month when resolutions are made, fall might be the ideal time to refresh your routines. Why? During this season, you can […]
Few workplace complaints are as widespread as meetings. Often, they start late, drag on, lack focus, and leave participants wondering why they bothered. According to studies, 65% of employees feel that meetings waste time, and nearly 90% admit to daydreaming or working on other tasks during meetings. Also, in a 2024 report, 67% of U.S. […]
From carving symbols into stone to tapping a screen, humanity has always been driven by the need to organize time. What began with observing celestial cycles for farming and religious rituals has evolved into our modern, fast-paced world of meetings, deadlines, and a seemingly endless list of obligations. In this constantly shifting landscape, balancing competing […]
Burnout isn’t just exhaustion — it’s the slow erosion of your creativity, drive, and passion. For entrepreneurs and creative types, it’s especially cruel: the very work that once inspired them drains them. Even when you deliver a project, it takes a toll on you. Eventually, you lose your spark and produce fewer results. According to […]
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 of Calendar.