As a leader, I’m always on the lookout for ways to boost my productivity. But, bonus points if I can do that for my team as well. And, if there’s one practical way to achieve that goal, it’s minimizing the amount of time wasted. Obviously, that’s not a revolutionary concept. Throughout the history of time […]
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We all each have the same 24 hours in a day, but there are so many different ways to determine how to use it. Many of us spend 8 hours per day working or adhere to a similar arrangement. Then there are other important responsibilities to focus on as well. If you’ve ever felt like […]
We are a stressed-out nation. According to Gallup, 55 percent of Americans are stressed during the day. In case you’re curious, that’s 20 percent higher than the world average of 35 percent. Let’s all plan to handle our stress better this year. While we have our own reasons for being stressed-out, it could be work-related […]
For many of us, the winter months are draining. Before we know it, our schedules are bogged down, and there doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day. On top of that, some people struggle with seasonal affective disorder, a type of mild depression that is common in the fall and winter months. Here […]
11 hours. That’s how much time the average adult is interacting with media per day. More specifically, another study found that 42 percent of the time Americans are awake, their eyes are fixated on the television, smartphone, computer, tablet, or another device. That comes out to 7,956 days over a typical lifespan. We can’t just turn […]
Regardless if you’re a student, parent, freelancer, or entrepreneur, we’re all looking to gain that edge when it comes to productivity. Thankfully, you don’t have to go on this journey alone. The reason? We’re surrounded by technology, namely apps and software, that can help us do more without putting in additional effort. Some tools can […]
Do you want to get more done in a day? We all do. But, instead of solely relying on self-discipline and secrets to boost your productivity, why not get an assist with the following 20 productivity apps. 1. Calendar How many hours have you wasted trying to schedule an appointment with a prospective client or […]
I know that you have a packed schedule. But, take a minute and think about who you hired the people compromising your current team. Don’t make this any more complicated then it has to be. Do this small activity when you’re taking a break, walking around the workplace, or meeting with your team one-on-one. Here […]
The idea of starting a side hustle or side business may sound daunting. From the outside looking in, it may seem nearly impossible to work 40 hours per week at your day job, take care of all your other household responsibilities, side hustle, and still have a life. This is what I thought a few […]
The late, great writer Kurt Vonnegut once said, “The secret to success in any human endeavor is total concentration.” He was 100 percent spot on. Here is how to concentrate your focus. Concentration, which is defined as “the action or power of focusing one’s attention or mental effort,” plays an essential role in every facet […]