By Bob Brody January 06, 2024 I can tell you the time of day within a matter of minutes, all without ever peeking at a watch or clock. My accuracy is uncanny. Here’s why. For 21 years my employers mandated that either weekly or daily I fill out a time sheet. I tabulated, in … Continue reading How this standard (sometimes hated) office practice can boost your productivity in work and life
Category Archives: Productivity Techniques
How to find (or regain) focus, no matter where you work
By Kathleen Davis July 30, 2023 For years, many of us complained that open offices with constant interruptions from colleagues were the reason we couldn’t focus to get deep work done. Then when we started working from home, we found it just as difficult to focus in our make-shift home offices. External factors play … Continue reading How to find (or regain) focus, no matter where you work
‘Most importantly, I don’t give up’: How a mom who had been out of the workforce for a decade talked her way into a career opportunity
By Blaire Briody July 18, 2023 This article is the second in a series about gatekeepers in the professional world taking a chance on those with nontraditional backgrounds. Read the full series here. The series is published in partnership with the Economic Hardship Reporting Project. In early 2015, Daisy Magnus-Aryitey was 32 years old … Continue reading ‘Most importantly, I don’t give up’: How a mom who had been out of the workforce for a decade talked her way into a career opportunity
9 tools to get your inbox under control
By Jeremy Caplan April 24, 2023 This article is republished with permission from Wonder Tools, a newsletter that helps you discover the most useful sites and apps. Subscribe here. Inboxes refill relentlessly. Many of us spend more than 10 hours a week on email. Read on for ways to make your inbox a … Continue reading 9 tools to get your inbox under control
CEOs are throwing tantrums about productivity and return-to-office plans
By AJ Hess April 21, 2023 Few things spread across the internet as quickly—or solicit criticism as swiftly—as viral videos of upset CEOs. Recent examples include Andi Owen, president and CEO of MillerKnoll, whose leaked video berating employees for asking about their bonuses made the rounds this week. “Don’t ask about, What … Continue reading CEOs are throwing tantrums about productivity and return-to-office plans
5 busyness barriers that hold you back from being productive
By Elizabeth Grace Saunders March 20, 2023 Did my colleague Brenna enjoy the conference? I should send a chat message to ask her now. I was just out of town last weekend but maybe I should hit the road this Friday, too. I’m going to search for last-minute deals. I just overheard … Continue reading 5 busyness barriers that hold you back from being productive
16 Qualities You Need to Be Productive
16 Qualities You Need to Be Productive Calendar / 27 Jan 2023 You may have heard that highly productive people wake up at 4 am, run 10 miles, and attain enlightenment before sunrise. But that’s not always true. Rather, they come in many varieties ranging from late risers, early risers, singles, couples, and family members. So … Continue reading 16 Qualities You Need to Be Productive
Why you may want to embrace your perfectionism
By Katherine Morgan Schafler January 24, 2023 In the same way the word “bossy” served to regulate authoritative, traditionally masculine behaviors in girls and women, the word “perfectionist” has quietly risen to regulate ambition and power. As with all implicit messaging, we not only unconsciously hear it—we unconsciously internalize it. I’ll give you an … Continue reading Why you may want to embrace your perfectionism
Managers have productivity paranoia. Here are 5 steps to better align your team
By Vetri Vellore January 19, 2023 A new year means new personal and professional goals. 2023 is here, and it’s a natural time to reflect on what defines you as a leader—what’s working and what’s not. The best gift you can give your business and team as we move into 2023 is clarity on … Continue reading Managers have productivity paranoia. Here are 5 steps to better align your team
Why Bombas’ cofounder thinks you should treat every day like Giving Tuesday
By Randy Goldberg November 29, 2022 Homelessness has been in the news a lot lately, and for good reason. It’s more visible in our cities, suburbs, and rural communities alike. Think about this: On any given night, more than 500,000 people experience homelessness in the U.S. Additionally, 1,300,000 children under the age of 6 … Continue reading Why Bombas’ cofounder thinks you should treat every day like Giving Tuesday