Turns out, the saying goes, “fake it ‘til you make it,” may not be so far-off after all. In fact, there are a number of simple hacks you can try to quickly boost your IQ. And after a long summer soaking up the sun, it’s not a bad idea to take a few extra steps […]
Regardless if you’re in college, just launched your own business, work from the comfort of your home, or have a 9-to-5 gig, productivity is an uphill battle for everyone. That’s why we’ve put together this rundown of 34 productivity hacks for students to help manage your time and get more done — no matter where […]
While we’re in the final stretch of summer, don’t let these last few weeks of sunshine and weekend getaways get in your way of going out with a bang. The end of the summer is the perfect time to get ahead and prepare yourself for a successful fall. Of course, when the beach is calling […]
Why is it so hard to get an earlier start to your day? This is a question I’ve been asking myself lately. I consider myself a morning person and used to easily get up between 5 and 5:30 am each day during the week. A few years ago, I even remember going to a 4:45 […]
Everyone has attempted to multitask at some point in their life. Maybe it started when you were attempting to watch TV and finish schoolwork in your younger years, or attempting to talk on the phone while finishing up an important report. Multitasking is a way that we try to get more out of the time […]
It’s long been known as a fact, that productivity at work plummets during the summer — especially in July and August. A study by Captivate Office Pulse found that during the summer, productivity decreases by 20 percent. Additionally, attendance drops by 19 percent and work turnaround time increase by 13 percent. There are several reasons […]
It’s common to find yourself trapped in a two-hour meeting, discussing irrelevant topics and losing sight of your day. However, if you do them correctly, meetings can be productive, to-the-point and engaging. While it can be a struggle to check off all three of these things, a number of companies are getting creative in the […]
From overcrowded airports to lost luggage and long lines, travel isn’t always easy. However, with a bit of planning and adjusting your travel tactics, you’ll discover the plethora of things you can do to save time and avoid any travel-related stresses. By becoming a loyal airline customer and joining a frequent flier program, you’ll receive […]
When I became my own boss I was thrilled that I could set my own hours and work on whatever I felt like working on. In the beginning, this may have worked. I was wasting time and falling for time management myths like multi-tasking and focusing on being “busy.” After my epiphany, I realized that the […]
At some point, you’ve had to use an academic calendar — either as a student, parent, or educator. But, did you know that academic calendars contain much more than start and end dates for classes? Also included is information about when to register or apply for financial aid. We’ll explain the purpose of academic calendars, […]
