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
Category Archives: Productivity Techniques
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
How to kick your habit of assuming the worst
By Stephanie Vozza November 01, 2022 You’ve probably heard the saying about what happens when you assume. (You make an ass out of u and me.) That likely doesn’t stop you from doing it, though. Our brains love certainty, and when faced with a situation that doesn’t make sense, most of us jump … Continue reading How to kick your habit of assuming the worst
Want to stop endlessly scrolling on your phone? Do this
By Stephanie Vozza September 19, 2022 If you have an iPhone, Apple’s weekly Screen Time report can be eye-opening. Did I really pick up my phone 36 times and spend 7 hours on social media? You might be tempted to blame the phone as the cause of your distraction, especially if you have notifications enabled. … Continue reading Want to stop endlessly scrolling on your phone? Do this
8 Ways to Develop an Abundance Mindset
8 Ways to Develop an Abundance Mindset Freya Laskowski / 12 Sep 2022 If you’ve ever tried searching for ways to attract more positivity and wealth into your life, you’ve likely come across the term “abundance mindset.” Just by typing it into Google Trends, you can see the explosion of interest and popularity. But … Continue reading 8 Ways to Develop an Abundance Mindset