Great Ways Freelancers Can Make More Time in Their Daily Schedules

Being a freelancer can be inviting at first because you have greater autonomy, more flexible working hours, and can decide who you want to work with, at least to some extent. Saying goodbye to the 9-5 provides a great opportunity to get a better work-life balance. It can also be challenging if you struggle withContinue reading “Great Ways Freelancers Can Make More Time in Their Daily Schedules”

6 Reasons Making Yourself a Priority Can Boost Productivity and Focus

We’re often taught that by giving more of ourselves to others we can achieve what we want out of life. We’re told we must make sacrifices and put others first to become better people. But have you ever considered the possibility that not putting yourself first is holding you back and preventing you from reachingContinue reading “6 Reasons Making Yourself a Priority Can Boost Productivity and Focus”

Time Discounting and Its Impact on Productivity

Have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to save money or stick to a long-term plan, even when you know it’s the best thing for you overall? The answer lies in a concept called time discounting, which refers to our tendency to value immediate rewards more than future ones. In this post, we’ll exploreContinue reading “Time Discounting and Its Impact on Productivity”

How Can I Become a Better Remote Worker?

Are you one of the many people who have made the transition to remote work over the past few years? If so, you’re in good company. Remote work has become increasingly popular, with many companies embracing the flexibility and cost savings that it provides, particularly since the advent of Covid-19. However, it’s important to rememberContinue reading “How Can I Become a Better Remote Worker?”

How to Develop Your Emotional Intelligence

Listen on Spotify Have you ever found yourself struggling to navigate your emotions, or feeling like you just can’t connect with other people on an emotional level? If so, you’re not alone. Emotions are complex and often confusing, so learning to manage them can be a challenge. The good news is, emotional intelligence is aContinue reading “How to Develop Your Emotional Intelligence”

Parkinson’s Law: Why it’s Sabotaging Productivity and How to Combat It

Listen on Spotify. Have you ever found that something that should be relatively simple ends up taking an inordinately long time? This can be even more confounding if you have undertaken similar tasks before and completed them in much less time. So, what gives? It may be Parkinson’s Law in action. Parkinson’s Law states thatContinue reading “Parkinson’s Law: Why it’s Sabotaging Productivity and How to Combat It”

Analysis Paralysis: The Stealthy Productivity Killer and How to Overcome It

Listen on Spotify. Analysis paralysis can be disastrous for productivity. It’s a common misconception having more information about something, the more likely it is that we will make better decisions. What tends to happen instead is we come paralysed to the point of giving up. Later, we’ll discuss how analysis paralysis impacts productivity and shareContinue reading “Analysis Paralysis: The Stealthy Productivity Killer and How to Overcome It”

How to Manage Your Inbox Like a Pro

Listen on Spotify. Is your inbox full of messages you haven’t had a chance to read? Is opening your messages something you have come to dread? Wish there was a way you could manage your inbox like a pro? Luckily for you, there are ways you can organise your inbox so you can find messagesContinue reading “How to Manage Your Inbox Like a Pro”

11 Surprisingly Productive Things to Do on Your Phone

Listen on Spotify. What do you do with your downtime? If you’re like me, you pick up your phone and start doom-scrolling. But what does this subconscious habit achieve? Nothing, right? It certainly doesn’t add value to your life. Rather, it wastes time and becomes a mindless activity we engage in when bored. So, whatContinue reading “11 Surprisingly Productive Things to Do on Your Phone”

How to Maintain a Healthy Work-Life Balance

Listen on Spotify. A work-life balance can have different meanings for every person. When we talk about it, we are referring to how we approach every aspect of our lives in a way that can give us the most fulfilment and satisfaction. To understand it more fully, think about things that are important to youContinue reading “How to Maintain a Healthy Work-Life Balance”