5 things to do when you're feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list
There are some days when motivating yourself to get back to work seems like an impossible task. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by a long to-do list or distracted by social media, it can feel almost impossible to focus on what needs to be done. Here are five strategies to jumpstart your Read More...
3 ways to address post-pandemic productivity fatigue
Humanity's obsession with productivity has advanced quickly with the development of new technology and the modern professional world. We have gotten so accustomed to hacking, optimizing, and maximizing our productivity levels that terms such as productivity fatigue and productivity shame have come Read More...
Have a task that bores you? Here are 3 ways to focus and get it done
As much as we want to dedicate our lives solely to the things we’re passionate about, sometimes we have to focus on tasks that are boring to us. And that in itself is no easy task. If you find yourself having trouble focusing on something you’re not excited about, here are three tips that can Read More...
Embracing acts of service can boost professional productivity
If you’re finding little motivation at work, feeling uninspired, or just sluggish during daily tasks, you may be suffering from a productivity slump. With limited social contact and the stress of the pandemic, it’s normal to see a lapse in productivity, but embracing acts of service can be a Read More...
Three strategies to work from home without burning out
This year, for obvious reasons, we have seen a significant shift from working in the office to working from home. For many of us fortunate enough to have maintained employment throughout the pandemic, this means that the lines that separate work from leisure time have become increasingly Read More...
How gazing at wide landscapes can help you get out of a creative rut
Sometimes we feel on top of the world. Our focus is sharp, our creativity is flowing, and nothing can stop us. But then there are times where we fall into a slump—where we can’t figure out how to climb back to that peak level of creativity. While we can’t just force ourselves out of a Read More...
3 Ways to become more present in the work-from-home era
The key to productivity is staying focused on the present moment and avoiding the temptation to multitask, but that’s easier said than done. If you’re working from home, you have probably noticed how seamlessly you can drift off from working on a task to suddenly scrolling through social media Read More...
How to know it’s time to take a mental health day
When we’re feeling sick, we rest our bodies and when we pull a muscle, we stop working out for a couple of days. We understand the need for physical rest, but all too often, we forget to take mental breaks when we’re overworked. Here’s how to know when to take a mental health day to recharge Read More...
Spain may incentivize companies to move to 4-day work week
We recently shared how Unilever is shifting their New Zealand office to a four-day workweek. Other companies, like Microsoft, have also begun to explore the concept of a shortened workweek. The idea seems to be gaining traction as the country of Spain is considering an ambitious plan to introduce Read More...
Try these simple life hacks to better safeguard your time
Time is precious. If you want to do your best work, then safeguarding the time you dedicate to that work is absolutely essential. With that in mind, here are 3 simple hacks to help you safeguard your time. Burst working: Employees at career advice company The Muse have discovered that the most Read More...