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The Law of The Morning - some unusual science-based reasons why the morning is vital to your productivity
Emerson said that the entire universe is based on a handful of laws. Well, so is productivity – and one of those foundational laws is what I call the Law of the morning.
Trick your brain into beating procrastination using this simple hack
In this article, I will let you in on one easy but very effective tip to trick your brain past procrastination to action and ultimately productivity and the sense of fulfillment that comes with it. Let us begin. No need to delay…
Time management is a waste of your time - do this instead
Time management is a billion-dollar industry. From books to seminars and workshops, apps and other tech, we spend a lot of money on time management. Just one problem—it doesn’t work! Not anymore. It is an outdated concept…
How do you respond to change?
How much change have you witnessed? And how do you respond? As the carousel spins faster and faster, it is harder to hold on and not get flung out into the dark abyss. To continue to be productive and relevant, we need an approach to change that works.
Root Work or Branch Work - Life Lessons from a philosopher and lumberjack
While living a solitary, reflective life in the woods, Thoreau penned these lines: “there are a thousand hacking at the branches of every one hacking at the root.” In this one quote, he touched on an important and critical aspect of individual and organizational productivity and problem-solving…
What a senior executive told me about how to thrive in an era of change
The dizzying rate of change means that producers (read employers) are constantly seeking to adapt. And that ripple effect is felt among partners and employees. The question becomes what attributes and attitudes do you need to thrive in this new reality of massive and accelerating change?
Productivity Principles from Japan I - The Concept of Kaizen
The Japanese are very productive and I have been fascinated by their culture of excellence and productivity for some time. In this post, I share the first of two productivity principles that originate from this nation of makers…
4 steps to be more productive starting today!
Why you need an anti-mentor in your life (and how to pick one)
Without this, you will struggle with productivity
Productivity is not just about getting things done. It is about getting the right things done in the best and most efficient way. I call it product-activity. That is activity that is geared towards a product. In this article, I will explain one key component that is often the critical factor to success and productivity