I want to talk about laziness. Why? Because it happens to the best of us. And, while occasionally laziness has its perks, it can be a problem when; You shut off your alarm and stay in bed longer. Despite all your plans, you end up watching TV or sitting idle. Your wasted day worries you […]
These final months of the year keep getting colder and colder. Of course, some people love the cold, especially after a blazing hot summer. However, no matter how you feel about the cold, it’s essential to understand that being cold can actually hurt your productivity. When you’re cold, your body expends more energy trying to […]
Did you know that we spend over four hours a day in apps? While we can thank the pandemic for this surge, which skyrocketed by up to 80% in selected markets between Q1 2019 and Q1 2021, we’ve become extremely reliant on applications. Can you imagine life without WhatsApp, YouTube, Uber, Netflix, or Google Maps? […]
“It’s great to be productive. It really is. But sometimes, we chase productivity so much that it makes us, well, unproductive. It’s easy to read a lot about how to be more productive, but don’t forget that you have to make that time up.” Matt Cutts wrote that back in 2013 — “Today, search for […]
What would you rate your level of productivity on a 1-10 scale? I know — sometimes you feel like you don’t want to keep thinking about productivity. But you have to keep thinking about productivity for the renewable energy in yourself. You can power up for productivity by thinking about it differently — think of […]
We’ve had news coverage of the coronavirus pandemic almost daily for over a year and a half. The economy has major problems — hysterical, mass exit from Afghanistan, many people out of work — oh, it’s hard not to feel a little emotionally shaken about something nowadays. Although you may hesitate to admit (or even […]
After adjusting to working remotely for the past year, it’s about time to head back to work. In some cases, some people have already returned. In either case, it’s not going to be a smooth transition. Some people would prefer to continue working from home — while others may still be concerned about their safety. […]
It’s been a long time since we’ve celebrated the 4th of July fireworks. The laundry room is full of damp towels and bathing suits. And, the BBQs, outdoor concerts, and visits to the ballpark are winding down. It’s a drag. And, while it was fun while it lasted, it’s time to get back to reality. […]
Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S.? In fact, anxiety affects 40 million adults in the United States each year, aged 18 and older. Or, to put it another way, 18.1% of the population each year. And, the COVID-19 pandemic has only further impacted our mental health. […]
Raise your hand if you don’t mind being stuck behind a desk or in a cubicle this summer? As I guessed, no one. I mean, there are so many other things that you could be doing. However, I’ve always been grateful that I really love to work and I’ve always loved it — even as […]
