Staying productive can seem challenging in today’s world of distractions, endless tasks, and to-do lists. In recent years, countless productivity techniques have emerged, all promising to revolutionize time management. One method, however, has stood the test of time and remains as effective today as it was over a century ago: the Ivy Lee Method. For […]
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 […]
I went to a party last Saturday and ran into some friends I hadn’t seen for years. It was interesting, however, to see how many of us shared the joys of working remotely. At first, I was concerned that so many of us have this luxury. Then again, remote work is becoming increasingly common worldwide. In […]
Sometimes, time management feels like a losing battle. Although we have many tools and strategies, our schedules still overwhelm us. Regarding calendar management, though, we are often taught to fill every hour with tasks. However, this approach does not always align with our energy levels. To effectively manage your time, you should know your own […]
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 […]
Cutting time waste is crucial, especially for industries in which efficiency is paramount for long-term success. If you don’t have control over how much time you and your employees are spending on routine tasks, your operations and profitability are going to suffer. But how exactly are you supposed to track down areas of time waste? […]
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of productivity methods available? Like a shiny new toy on Christmas morning, there seems to be a new system popping up every week, from the Pomodoro Technique to bullet journaling. As such, you may be tempted to believe that finding the proper method will resolve your […]
Managing your time wisely while on the job is a core ingredient to better work performance and reaching your goals. With the right systems in place, you can make the time in your day abundantly more productive. In turn, you’ll make your workload more doable, reducing stress. You’ll also make yourself a more predictable and […]
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 […]
Are you feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You’re not alone. In May, SHRM’s Employee Mental Health in 2024 Research Series reported that 44 percent of 1,405 U.S. employees surveyed felt burnt out at work, 45 percent felt emotionally drained from their work, and 51 percent felt used up at the end of their workday. What’s behind […]
