“We all have a personal recipe for productivity. One person may need six cups of autonomy and just a pinch of collaboration. Another person may require heaps of sociability and noise, with just a teaspoon of occasional privacy.” — Neil Blumenthal Although leading through autonomy has numerous benefits, it also has risks. Some people may struggle […]
Over the last few years, remote work has gone from a niche concept to a mainstream trend—especially since the COVID-19 epidemic forced companies to adopt flexible work arrangements. According to the Pew Research Center, about a third (35%) of workers with jobs that can be done remotely do it all the time. In addition, it is […]
In October, we celebrate Mental and Emotional Wellness Month, a time to focus on mental and emotional wellness. After all, the faster life gets, the more important it is to take a moment to take care of ourselves emotionally. Being emotionally healthy involves managing your emotions, maintaining positive relationships, and becoming resilient to life’s challenges. […]
While learning disabilities are often associated with childhood challenges, these conditions can have far-reaching impacts far beyond the early classroom. The reality is that many adults continue to cope with the difficulties of LDs — while also balancing the demands of work and family life. Carrying many learning disabilities into adulthood, neurodivergent and learning-disabled individuals […]
Staying productive can seem challenging in today’s world of distractions, endless tasks, and to-do lists. In recent years, countless productivity techniques have emerged, all promising to revolutionize time management. One method, however, has stood the test of time and remains as effective today as it was over a century ago: the Ivy Lee Method. For […]
It’s not just your imagination or hyperbole. Stress in the workplace is a reality. With so many tasks to complete and deadlines looming, it’s easy to see why people feel overwhelmed. In fact, 83% of U.S. workers report that they suffer from work-related stress every day. As a result, workplace stress and poor mental health […]
I went to a party last Saturday and ran into some friends I hadn’t seen for years. It was interesting, however, to see how many of us shared the joys of working remotely. At first, I was concerned that so many of us have this luxury. Then again, remote work is becoming increasingly common worldwide. In […]
Sometimes, time management feels like a losing battle. Although we have many tools and strategies, our schedules still overwhelm us. Regarding calendar management, though, we are often taught to fill every hour with tasks. However, this approach does not always align with our energy levels. To effectively manage your time, you should know your own […]
Are you constantly bombarded with emails, Slack messages, project updates, and urgent requests from your boss? Today, this is the norm for most of us. This rapid switch between activities, context switching, can sabotage your productivity. Even though you cannot eliminate context switching completely, you can minimize its negative effects by understanding how it works […]
Cutting time waste is crucial, especially for industries in which efficiency is paramount for long-term success. If you don’t have control over how much time you and your employees are spending on routine tasks, your operations and profitability are going to suffer. But how exactly are you supposed to track down areas of time waste? […]
