One of the great things about technology is that it allows you to work more effectively — even if you have a remote team. Building and managing a virtual team can be a great way to take advantage of a talent pool available in multiple locations. However, one of the difficulties involved with managing a […]
Like it or not, we all need a daily routine. It keeps us in check. It also ensures that we get stuff done and maintain a healthy work-life balance. The problem? To create the best routine requires knowing a lot about each person out there. The routine that works best for me may not work for […]
What are the perfect workday hours to maximize your motivation? For me, it depends and varies based on the day. We’ve been working eight hours a day since Robert Owen coined the slogan, “Eight hours labour, eight hours recreation, eight hours rest,” back in the 18th Century. Today, the average American works 8.8 hours a […]
You wake-up bright and early. You have every intention to kill it today. Then, three hours later, you realize that you’ve accomplished absolutely nothing. What’s the deal? To be fair, we all have one of those days when we’re not a peak performance. And, that’s alright. But, if this becomes a chronic problem, then you’ve […]
You might think that you take great care of your body with a healthy diet, regular workouts and supplements. However, skimping on the power of rest might be taking a toll on your body. It’s not just about getting enough shut eye, although the National Sleep Foundation does point out that most Americans are chronically […]
Appointments. They’re a big deal if you want your business to thrive — regardless if you’re a freelancer, consultant, personal trainer, or electrician. After all, without properly scheduling and managing your appointments how can you effectively run your business. But what is the best approach to appointments on your calendar? Think about it. If you’re […]
Do you ever have those mornings when you wake-up and dread looking at your calendar? It’s not because you’re being lazy. It’s because you know it’s jam-packed and bursting at the seams, which is never good for your productivity. Clearing the clutter from your calendar can seem impossible at times. If you’re tired of those […]
I guarantee that on any given week you’re in-and-out of several meetings. While meetings do play a very important part of being a business owner, not all meetings are created equal. Some are informative and can steer your business in the right direction. While others just eat-up an hour of your day that you’ll never […]
I guarantee that you’ve heard the old adage “the early bird catches the worm.” It’s been proven that there’s some truth to that. That catchy phrase may be why the most successful people in the world wake-up incredibly early. The reason? Early risers are more productive. But, how early should you set your alarm? I used […]
I’ll be honest. When I started out as a business owner I wasn’t much a calendar-person. I might have jotted down important dates, but I wasn’t consistent. I never realized the benefits of sharing your calendar with your team. It’s not just about me anymore, it’s about the whole team. That drastically changed as my […]
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.