Having a reliable calendar can be the difference between having a smooth, productive day and a chaotic one. You’ll get notifications when all your events are scheduled, so you’ll always be where you should be and on time. However, your calendar is more than just a tool to keep track of dates! It’s a critical […]
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Meetings promote collaboration, decision-making, and strategy development, all essential to business operations. However, they can also be a huge waste of time. Each year, 24 billion hours are wasted on unproductive meetings. Not only is that bad for productivity, but it can also be detrimental to morale and your bottom line. As Basecamp founder Jason Fried […]
There is something deeply poetic about the fall. However, Delia Owens can explain it much more clearly than I can. “Autumn leaves don’t fall; they fly. They take their time and wander on this, their only chance to soar.” In short, nature whispers a subtle invitation to pause, reflect, and release after summer. Falling leaves, […]
Thanks to new technological advances in AI and the need for remote-based work, an abundance of scheduling software is available. Each tool adds unique value, whether assisting you with finding a meeting time, condensing your calendar view, or organizing tasks. Today, managers and business executives recognize the power of using these tools to accomplish more […]
Although rank-and-file employees face many challenges, managers face a unique set. In addition to experiencing the same stressors as their teams, managers also have increased responsibilities and less support. As evidenced by the Leapsome 2024 Workforce Trends Report, managers’ workloads have increased by 71% over the past year. In turn, 60% of managers feel more […]
“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 […]
Effective time management is a cornerstone of successful entrepreneurship. By effectively prioritizing tasks and maximizing productivity, entrepreneurs can reduce stress, concentrate on core business activities, and increase company growth. This is especially crucial when managing multiple responsibilities. To put it another way, time is money for entrepreneurs. Despite its importance, 55% of entrepreneurs work more […]
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 […]