Overwhelm is a pernicious state largely caused by the ever-increasing demands on our time and the distractions that exist all around us. It creeps up on us and can, in its extreme form, leave us feeling anxious, stressed, and exhausted. Is it normal to feel overwhelmed at work? Yes, feeling overwhelmed at work is completely … Read more
As you sit down to read this article, I’m guessing you’ve experienced distractions at work at least once already today, probably more than once. Chances are you may be interrupted before you actually finish reading this article. The simple truth is that we all face distractions at work every single day, and typically every single … Read more
In this article you will discover the key difference between productivity and efficiency, and which one will help you achieve your goals. Productivity vs efficiency is a discussion between quantity and quality. A productive person is known as someone who gets things done. Although their accomplishments may be short-lived if they did not build their … Read more
In the ever-spinning cycle of our work lives, how often have we found ourselves caught in the trap of ‘busy’? We dive into our tasks, clocking hours, feeling the weight of the work we’ve done, and yet, at the end of the day, we’re left staring at a list that’s far from done. It’s like … Read more
Do you ever find yourself telling a friend or colleague that you’re “so busy” whenever they ask how you’re doing? Or that you have a lot on your plate and hardly have any time for yourself? These are common answers to the question: “how are you doing?” Perhaps you see it as an easy response … Read more
With our busy lives, it feels harder and harder to plan our life effectively—to keep track of everything we currently have to do, and to plan the things we want to do in the future. This is where learning how to bullet journal can come in handy. You may have invested in a paper or … Read more
Every single day, you might feel like you’re in a whirlwind. With an endless list of tasks, obligations, deadlines, events, and activities, staying on top of it all seems like a constant battle. And, let’s not even talk about the jigsaw puzzle that is scheduling appointments with others. It feels like an impossible game where … Read more
Today we are expected to work in highly disruptive environments. We sit down at our desks, turn on our computer and immediately we are hit with hundreds of emails all vying for our attention. Our phones are beeping and pinging with new alerts to messages, likes and comments and our colleagues are complaining about the … Read more
Imagine a food truck owner, a maestro of his mobile eatery, serving up delicious bites to an eager line of customers. His business charm? It’s straightforward and agile, delivering quick, customized service on the go. Now, let’s say he sets his sights higher, aiming to open a full-blown restaurant to cater to a larger crowd. … Read more
I’m sure you’ve come across “morning routines” being talked about as something very important if you want to be healthy and successful. However, I’m guessing you haven’t heard of “night routines” being talked about so much. Bedtime routines are not popular, as sticking to a healthy routine isn’t easy, especially at night after a whole day … Read more
Big or small, healthy or unhealthy, our habits combine to form routines that play out every day for us. Most of this is done without us even having to think. That’s why, even though we understand the importance of having good habits, sometimes it’s tough to stick to a healthy daily routine. Today, you’ll learn … Read more
I have three small children (a six year old and wild twin boys that just turned four), I am an avid writer, volunteer in the community, and actively involved in our church. A personal question I often get is “how do you do it all?” or “how do you get everything done?” My schedule is active, … Read more
People get sidetracked by irrelevant websites and unproductive tasks occasionally. Have you ever stopped to wonder exactly how much these distractions cost us? The amount of time and money we fritter away will blow your mind. According to McKinsey, high-skilled workers spend a staggering 28% of their working hours reading and replying to e-mail messages.[1] … Read more
Smart phones have slowly taken over various aspects of our lives including the running of businesses, monetary transactions, and even social interactions. People have invested too much time and energy into these devices, including their laptops and PCs. Recent studies have shown that some people rate their smart phones as more important in comparison to … Read more
We used to imagine the rich and successful to have lives of leisure. We saw them as people who took long, luxurious vacations, who ate at the best restaurants and enjoyed expensive hobbies. Their wealth and success meant that they were free to enjoy their time exactly as they liked, and no longer were forced … Read more