Category Archives: Productivity Techniques

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

How to recover from burnout if you can’t change jobs or take time off

By Anisa Purbasari Horton August 17, 2022   It seems like everyone is burning out from work. The backlash against hustle culture, the trend of “quiet quitting,” and the Great Resignation indicate that more and more employees are unwilling to make their careers the center of their lives. The pandemic caused many to reevaluate what … Continue reading How to recover from burnout if you can’t change jobs or take time off

Why the focus on ‘white fragility’ is a distraction

By Porter Braswell   August 03, 2022     In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in May 2020, the term “white fragility” soared to prominence in American culture. Fueled by social media and corporate diversity initiatives, the nuanced arguments behind the term were quickly accepted as fact, particularly by certain progressives eager to demonstrate … Continue reading Why the focus on ‘white fragility’ is a distraction

The ultimate guide to purposeful productivity (your mental health will thank you)

By Gwen Moran     June 25, 2022 Have you ever looked at another person’s daily accomplishments and thought, “How do they do it”? By the time most are pouring a second cup of coffee in the morning, some super-achievers have gone for a 5-mile run, hit inbox zero, and nailed the rough draft of … Continue reading The ultimate guide to purposeful productivity (your mental health will thank you)