One rainy weekend, I decided to treat myself to a couple of episodes of “The Office.” I just needed an hour to relax and unwind. One of the things that always got me was how the Scranton branch stayed open — despite endless distractions. While I understand you probably aren’t a leader like Michael Scott, […]
There are several reasons why I took the risk to start my own business. But I would have to say that one of the main reasons was that I just didn’t want to deal with the stress, work-life conflicts, and long hours that come with a traditional job. I’m not trying to brag or say […]
With 1 billion active monthly users, it’s safe to say Instagram has become one of the most popular social media platforms today. With Live Videos, Instagram TV and Stories, it’s a one-stop-shop for all of your social media needs. And that includes a source to find the inspiring entrepreneurs that you can learn from. In […]
Whether you’re helping a co-worker, volunteering, or lending your best friend a hand, helping others with their projects feels pretty amazing. That’s because when you donate to a charity, for example, the mesolimbic system of the brain — which is responsible for feelings of reward — is triggered. Your brain also releases feel-good chemicals that […]
You don’t have to be a member of The Avengers to get more done each day. You just need to develop these powerfully effective productivity habits right now! 1. Get the right tools. If you really want to step-up your productivity game, then you first need to surround yourself with the right tools. But, before […]
So you want to get more done in your day? Don’t we all. When you’re self-employed and control when you work it’s super easy to either overwork yourself or not get enough done in a day to feel satisfied with your progress. Some may call it a balancing act, but it really comes down to […]
Creativity is not something you are born with, in fact, it is something that can be learned. With the right motivation and a few simple tips and tricks, you will be well on your way to unleashing the creative genius within you. From being open to new experiences to writing down your dreams, boosting your […]
From self-help books to smartphone apps, when seeking inspiration, there are a number of resources available today. And one of the biggest is social media. Today, 2.62 billion people are on social media, and of those, over 330 million are on Twitter. Inspirational twitter accounts are everywhere! That’s because Twitter has quickly escalated from online […]
As a freelancer, you need copious amounts of discipline and focus. But as someone who naturally finds it challenging to stay on-task, is it possible to develop the right rhythms and processes to carve out a successful career? Having a distraction free workplace as a freelancer may seem impossible. Today we will teach you how […]
We all know how important it is to avoid distractions during the workday. There are so many things you can do and we’ve gone over a ton of strategies on Calendar to help with this. However, have you ever thought about what you’d do when you do get distracted? How will you get back on […]
