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Almost anything we do online requires us to have some kind of log-in credentials or some type of password for gatekeeping purposes. Even newsletters and grocery apps require passwords. Not all accounts are created equal. Some are just throwaway accounts that you used to sign up once to get that free item or a discount […]

Once upon a time, multi-tasking was a badge of honor. The more tasks you can do at the same time, the more impressive you seem to be. But now, we all know the multi-tasking myth. Try task switching instead. That’s when you transition from one task to the next. Here are 8 tips to help […]

Our energy levels dip at certain points in the day depending on our circadian rhythms. It makes it harder for us to focus on tasks and some even get cranky when this happens. Here is a list of some energy boosters that might be able to help you during the energy slump: Fresh fruits – […]

There’s a strong pushback from employees as companies flex their muscles to recall them back into the office. Social media call out, petitions, and campaigns have been launched to let employers know that: employees want to retain the flexibility that remote and hybrid work afforded during the pandemic. As it turns out, remote or work-from-home […]

Almost anything we do online requires us to have some kind of log-in credentials or some type of password for gatekeeping purposes. Even newsletters and grocery apps require passwords. Not all accounts are created equal. Some are just throwaway accounts that you used to sign up once to get that free item or a discount […]

I have signed up yet again for another account which requires me to create new login credentials. As usual, it will ask for a unique username and password. Gone are the days when you would just write down your password in a password tracking booklet. By now, you (and I) probably have a gazillion accounts, […]

We’re in year 3 of the pandemic, and even as things seem to be returning to normal, there is always the threat of another storm brewing ahead (a new outbreak that could light the surge of another variant). During the past few years, we’ve all felt some form of loss as a result of the […]

We often think of fun as the opposite of work. In fact, we think of fun as a pleasant distraction from work. However, fun has many real life benefits which include better mental health, healthier body, and, won’t you know it, success! Have you heard of the Happiness Paradox? The Happiness Paradox states that “when […]

New year, new you – isn’t that how the saying goes? Why do we make new year’s resolutions? Why this particular date? New Year’s day is a universal reset point for almost everyone in the world. Hear that – universal! That means it can stand true anywhere you are in the world. Sure, you can […]

Drink water – the easiest way to drink more water is to buy a thermal flask you really like and use that often. Another way is to swap out sugary drinks for water. You can use an app, a journal, or a marked water bottle if you’re serious about tracking your water intake. Besides, you […]

It’s almost the new year and just like last year, you vow to be as productive, efficient, and successful as you can this coming year. If you nailed your resolutions this year, well good for you. But if you feel like you could do better, here are a few tips to up your productivity game […]

It’s the home stretch to the new year and you’re probably looking forward to making grand plans for the coming year. For now, everyone is just busy trying to get through the holiday rush – doing their last minute shopping and checking off their list of what to buy for holiday dinner. It is the […]

Do you have family on the other side of the world? Are you a part of a remotely distributed or hybrid workplace? You might have a hard time sending gifts to family, friends, and co-workers when logistics is an issue. Thankfully, we can now do just about anything online – including gift-giving. Plus, there are […]

Are you one of those people who feel invigorated by the smell of citrus? Do you immediately perk up when you smell coffee? Does the smell of pine or eggnog remind you of the holidays? Is there a certain perfume fragrance that reminds you of your friend? You probably said yes to one, if not […]

To delegate means to entrust a task or responsibility to another person. We talked about the importance of delegation as seen in the Eisenhower Matrix in this article and this article. To recap, the Eisenhower Matrix is one of the productivity tools often used to improve focus and prioritization. The ‘matrix’ is a square that […]