In school, I recall creating numerous spider diagrams during lessons. You’d put your subject in the middle and branch out with related concepts. But I rarely returned to these diagrams, and when I did, I couldn’t remember why things were connected. This early experience shaped my skepticism about mind maps, which persists today despite their […]
It’s amazing how summer makes even the most introverted souls feel like social butterflies. After all, your calendar can quickly fill up with barbecues, beach days, and rooftop happy hours with longer days and warmer nights. The catch? While your social life thrives, your personal goals and productivity stall. With the Social Butterfly Schedule, you […]
Have you ever been stuck in a frustrating loop of workplace miscommunication? I certainly have. Recently, I came across a simple yet powerful framework that has dramatically improved how I communicate with colleagues, bosses, and clients alike. It’s a four-letter word that won’t get you fired—it might even get you promoted. The framework is called […]
Time management is arguably one of the most crucial skills we can develop in today’s world, as Ali Abdaal recently pointed out in his talk on the subject. Abdaal says, “Time is our single most valuable non-renewable resource. We can always make more money, but we can never make more time.” This perspective resonated deeply […]
ADHD can be easily misunderstood as excessive impulsivity or being easily distracted. In reality, for many adults, it’s a daily battle against time blindness, impulsivity, and disorganization. Medications and therapy may help, but AI tools may provide immediate and practical support. But can AI help people with ADHD stay on track? The answer is yes, […]
Life doesn’t need to be complicated to be fulfilling. I’ve found the opposite to be true — the simpler my life feels, the happier I am. After watching Michelle’s recent video about simplifying life, I was struck by how practical yet profound her advice was. While I’m constantly searching for ways to make my days […]
Your company’s holidays are likely based on widely celebrated holidays. You know, the usual suspects, such as Thanksgiving, Independence Day, Christmas, and Labor Day. As the calendar indicates, these days off throughout the year follow a predictable rhythm. The problem? They do not reflect everyone’s values, beliefs, or personal lives. That’s where floating holidays come […]
Summer has its own rhythm. As the days lengthen, the sun rises earlier, and the warmth whispers, “Take it easy.” For many of us, though, the demands of work do not fade with the season. Projects still need to be completed on time, emails still flood in, and productivity remains non-negotiable. So, how do you […]
We all have them: those elusive habits we swear we’ll adopt, our ambitious goals, and our unwavering consistency. Maybe it’s waking up with the sun, working out every morning, or finishing that big project ahead of time. Often, however, the reality is quite different. Instead of focused progress, we become distracted by endless YouTube rabbit […]
Every well-functioning workplace needs good scheduling policies. When scheduling practices are weak, they can lead to understaffed shifts, low worker morale, and declining productivity. On the other hand, a clear and efficient scheduling policy can ensure sufficient coverage during peak work hours, minimize time waste, and boost output. Although it takes time to develop a […]
