By now, remote working has become a standard practice for many companies worldwide, as employers and their workforce adapt to the new norms of working without the need for a physical office. For many team managers, the transition to remote work meant they had to adopt new practices and utilize different tools to help them […]
Countless things can distract business owners and leaders from their primary roles. Often this is to drive sales and push their company forward. To succeed, however, you must manage and guard your time well. The key is not only getting everything done but also avoiding burnout and feeling satisfied and accomplished at the end of the […]
Cooking your own food at home is a healthier option than grabbing takeout on the way to work in the morning or back from work in the evening. It’s even a great idea to fix something from home for your lunches on days you don’t have business over a lunch meeting. However, coming home to […]
The cornerstones of productivity are staying organized, mission-driven, and efficient. But, staying creative shouldn’t come at the expense of those pillars. On the contrary, creativity is becoming an increasingly valuable asset in the workplace for both individuals and teams. Furthermore, the World Economic Forum states that creativity is or is related to nine of the […]
While it’s true that time is your most valuable asset, sometimes wasting time can be beneficial. For example, distracting yourself from work for a little bit can give your brain a chance to rest and recharge. It may also spark creativity, boost your mood, reduce stress, and reminds you of your goals. In short, wasting […]
It’s not always easy. What does that mean, and why? We make most things in our lives difficult, and they don’t have to be. Life is simple, but we persist in making it complicated — So said Confucius in 500 B.C. Firstly, life may be more difficult for you because of the tremendous flood of […]
Virtual team meetings are essential for remote team collaboration and productivity: they serve as a venue for aligning on shared goals. And, yes — it’s a venue. The team needs to understand that this virtual meeting spot is your hangout, your space, your place, and your venue. This information tells them — we meet here; […]
Budgeting is one of the best ways to gain financial freedom. That does not make the process easy to manage, though. For many, budgeting can be a challenge simply because of its numerous financial limitations. But, other times, we just need a way to keep things organized. With busy lives and an endless list of […]
Is it possible to choose happiness? In most cases, happy people know that happiness is a choice that must be made daily. Happy people don’t care about their circumstances and aren’t looking for happiness in people or stuff. The trick? Rather than following the world’s definition of happiness, we see that the decision to experience […]
The earliest known form of the to-do list was recorded in 1791 by Benjamin Franklin. Lists are still popular, but digital productivity tools are becoming increasingly important. In addition to Google Calendar, you might use Slack, Zoom, Trello, Asana, or Jira as part of your task-management system. Moreover, many productivity tools provide features for monitoring […]
