Unlimited paid time off (PTO) is an appealing concept for employees. Who wouldn’t be enticed by freedom and flexibility while challenging traditional vacation policies? Although unlimited paid time off (PTO) is relatively rare, only about 7% of US companies offer it; it is slowly increasing across the country as organizations provide it. According to data, […]
During the holiday season, team morale can be boosted, relationships strengthened, and the year’s successes celebrated. Whether your team is working remotely or in person, holiday team-building activities can help build relationships, improve communication, and motivate your team for the new year. To accommodate a variety of team sizes and settings, here are 12 fun and effective holiday […]
With the end of the year nearing, many of us experience a rush of urgency to make the most of the remaining days. What’s more, it’s common to feel behind while trying to accomplish everything before year-end, which can lead to a frenzy of activity. Wouldn’t it be great if you could navigate this period […]
We all have those days. You feel your to-do list mocks us from across the desk because you can’t kick it into high gear. In turn, you become demotivated and spend the rest of the afternoon watching funny dog videos on YouTube. But here’s the thing, though: Failure is not a roadblock but a stepping […]
With the rise of hybrid and remote work, the way teams communicate and collaborate has fundamentally changed. As such, the days of huddling around the water cooler and huddling by the whiteboard seem antiquated. According to a Gallup poll released in February 2024, 54% of remote-capable U.S. workers work in hybrid environments, 27% exclusively remote, […]
“We all have a personal recipe for productivity. One person may need six cups of autonomy and just a pinch of collaboration. Another person may require heaps of sociability and noise, with just a teaspoon of occasional privacy.” — Neil Blumenthal Although leading through autonomy has numerous benefits, it also has risks. Some people may struggle […]
It’s not just your imagination or hyperbole. Stress in the workplace is a reality. With so many tasks to complete and deadlines looming, it’s easy to see why people feel overwhelmed. In fact, 83% of U.S. workers report that they suffer from work-related stress every day. As a result, workplace stress and poor mental health […]
Scheduling meetings can be like playing Tetris and trying to fit busy schedules together. It has only become more challenging as remote work has become more prevalent and global teams have formed. Due to this, sending and receiving endless emails and proposals can be a time-consuming and frustrating endeavor. However, with the right tools, strategies, […]
Are you constantly bombarded with emails, Slack messages, project updates, and urgent requests from your boss? Today, this is the norm for most of us. This rapid switch between activities, context switching, can sabotage your productivity. Even though you cannot eliminate context switching completely, you can minimize its negative effects by understanding how it works […]
How often have you found yourself overwhelmed by an endless list of tasks? Although seemingly insignificant, these small tasks can add up and cause unnecessary stress and procrastination. Fortunately, the two-minute rule offers a simple yet effective solution. The two-minute rule, first introduced by David Allen in his renowned book Getting Things Done, states, “If […]
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.