I don’t know about you. But, my favorite part of a new year is the new reads I get to consume. Besides helping me unplug, books are the best way for me to become a more knowledgeable, inspired, and motivated leader. While there is no shortage of fantastic leadership books already available, here are the […]
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans spend more than eight hours a day in the workplace — which is more than we sleep each night. That means that we’re spending more time with our colleagues than we do with our families. As a result, it’s only natural that they’re going to influence our […]
When I started my own business one of the most challenging obstacles I had to overcome was creating a schedule for success. It’s not like we have to adhere to the traditional nine to five workday. Some days I would arrive at seven am, while other days I would come in later by staying well […]
Our physical environments have a major impact on our well-being. If you fall asleep in your bedroom with the lights on and the TV blasting do you think you’ll have a good night’s rest? The same can be said about your workspace. If it’s filthy, cluttered and located in a dreary basement with no light […]
Have you found a cool looking template online or are you customizing your Google Calendar? Here’s how you can create a calendar template that works for your specific organizational, time management, and productivity needs. Choose the right template for the right situation. First things first. Take a moment to think about what and how you’re […]
When it comes to scheduling a meeting there are no shortage of options. You can us a meeting scheduler to set up a phone or Zoom call. Book a conference room. Or just plan to meet in an office or local coffee shop. If you really want to close a deal or hire that amazing […]
Is there anything more important for an executive than to stay on schedule and manage time effectively? I doubt it. That’s why the role of a secretary or executive assistant is one of the most important members within an organization. To ensure that you have job security, and become one of your executive’s favorite people, […]
We all get burned out — regardless if you’re working for yourself or someone else. But, as Amanda Abella reminds us, this should not be the norm. The problem is that it’s hard to avoid burnout since we work a lot. Americans on average work 34.5 hours per week. Unlike our European counterparts, there isn’t […]
Sometimes the conventional wisdom and obvious advice that you’ve heard a million times doesn’t cut it when need a major productivity boost. During these times you might need to think outside the box and use the following 12 productivity hacks to get you back-on-track. 1. Work when you’re most effective. “Everyone has times of the […]
Time is money, but given the choice, most people prefer time. A new survey from Unum found that flexible work options are the second-most popular employee benefit, trailing paid family leave by just three percent. This is showing that alternative work schedules actually work. When most professionals can work from anywhere, where do businesses draw […]
John Rampton
John’s goal in life is to make people’s lives much more productive. Upping productivity allows us to spend more time doing the things we enjoy most. John was recently recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as being one of the top marketers in the World. John is co-founder and CEO of Calendar.