I woke up last Monday with a plan. I had all my work scheduled out and every intention to get it done. Did that happen? Nope. The day kicked-off with internet outages. Next, I got an email asking if I had the availability for additional work. And, my colleague, who I was collaborating on a […]
Mental health is about balance. When we feel supported in the work we do and able to take time for ourselves, we naturally become more productive. Here is how to balance wellbeing and productivity in your mental health policy. Frankly, many employers are doing a poor job of it. Last May, the World Health Organization […]
We’ve all had those seemingly endless days at work. Once it’s finally over, we just want to kick back, flip on Netflix, and mix ourselves a drink. Tempting as that may be, it’s not exactly healthy — or productive. Can you take care of yourself and unwind at the same time? Here are five productive […]
Whether you’re just having “one of those days” or if you’ve experienced a significant setback, there will be times when you don’t want to do squat. Maybe you can only handle — zero, zip, nada. Occasionally, taking the day off may not be a bad idea when you feel this way. But, just laying-low shouldn’t […]
I’ve been working from home for a few years now, but I’ve always been able to rely on my son being in school, which allowed me to maximize my time and minimize distractions. Given current circumstances in the nation, most kids are at home doing eLearning, which means parents are forced to juggle the two […]
I’ve got several recipes from my mom. I use the same ingredients and follow the instructions to a tee. And the meals never taste the same. The reason? She’s passionate about cooking. Real productivity comes from making it your passion. I know the idea of mom’s cooking tasting the best is probably true about all […]
While we would all like it to be back to business as usual, the reality is that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has changed everything. With required quarantines, social distancing, and cancelled events and schools, it’s difficult to feel in control of our daily lives or the near future. Now faced with a lockdown that could […]
Considering that entrepreneurs are in the midst of a mental health crisis, it’s unhealthy to idolize those who are only known for their businesses. To be clear, I’m not talking about aligning a personal brand with a company — think Richard Branson and Virgin. I’m talking about the founders whose entire existence is their business, […]
There’s a misconception that productivity and efficiency are the same things. But that’s kind of a problem when it comes to improving your performance. Learning how to measure efficiency is an important step in your professional career but how do you do so? Ben Mulholland explains this nicely over at Process Street . Productivity “measures […]
The internet is a new invention — relatively speaking — but going without it sure feels like a return to prehistoric times. Even without an always-on internet connection, work must get done. Whether due to a power outage, a digital detox, weak in-flight Wi-Fi, or a truly remote location, working without internet service requires a […]
