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Tips and ideas on productivity, focus and better time management

How to Block Apps on Safari for Improved Productivity
Oct 20, 2024 •

How to Block Apps on Safari for Improved Productivity

Think about yourself sitting at your computer to complete an important task. All the time you get notifications from various devices and your colleagues informing you that there is something important waiting for you. As a result, you are easily distracted and sometimes might not even remember when those interruptions did happen. Doing the task […] Continue Reading
What is Time Batching and When to Use It?
Oct 20, 2024 •

What is Time Batching and When to Use It?

Have you ever wondered what it’d be like to have a work day where you got everything done without all the constant interruptions? This is possible through time batching. It’s the art of batching similar activities during specific time frames to cut out distractions, reduce interruptions, be more productive, and get things done.  What is […] Continue Reading
Monk Mode: What Is It and How to Use It for Productivity
Sep 30, 2024 •

Monk Mode: What Is It and How to Use It for Productivity

Visualize yourself in a place where you can master a state of utmost concentration, focus and productivity free of the hundreds of micro-distractions plaguing your modern life. This is the philosophy behind Monk Mode – a strict work methodology drawing from the pre-distracted, monkish lifestyle. According to a poll made by job messaging site Blind, […] Continue Reading
Analysis Paralysis: The Guide to Overcoming Your Fears
Sep 30, 2024 •

Analysis Paralysis: The Guide to Overcoming Your Fears

Have you ever suffered from overthinking an important decision? Turns out you’re not alone. Many people struggle to make decisions throughout their waking hours, leading some to be in a constant state of stress and inefficiency. Analysis paralysis not only negatively affects your productivity, but can also have a severe impact on your emotional wellbeing. […] Continue Reading
List of Websites to Block for Students to Focus
Sep 30, 2024 •

List of Websites to Block for Students to Focus

Managing screen time is vital for students to achieve good performance at school. Research has shown that the lack of concentration in the studies is due to distractions from various internet. For instance, according to a survey by the Pew Research Center, 38% of teens say they spend too much time on their smartphone. About […] Continue Reading
Pareto Principle: How to Use the 80/20 Rule to Boost Productivity
Sep 30, 2024 •

Pareto Principle: How to Use the 80/20 Rule to Boost Productivity

Ever felt stuck, like you’re putting in loads of effort and only seeing a trickle of results? Well, apply the Pareto Principle, otherwise known as the 80/20 Rule, and just forget that feeling. The principle shows how 80% of results usually come from only 20% of efforts being made. Can you believe it? Understanding and […] Continue Reading
How to use the Eisenhower Matrix for time management
Sep 16, 2024 •

How to use the Eisenhower Matrix for time management

When overwhelmed by a sea of tasks, it may become confusing as to where to start. This is often the case with professionals handling a multitude of responsibilities.  According to a study by Jason M. Watson and David L. Strayer from The University of Utah, only 2.5 percent of people could multitask with any degree […] Continue Reading
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