Category: Productivity

Sleep deprivation is a pervasive issue in today’s workplace, with far-reaching consequences for both employees and employers. Beyond the obvious effects on individual health and well-being, sleep deprivation takes a toll on productivity, absenteeism, workplace safety, and even the commute to and from work.  The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Productivity Numerous studies have shown that sleep-deprived individuals are significantly less productive than their well-rested counterparts. This decline in productivity can be attributed to several factors, including impaired cognitive function, … Continue reading “The Cost of Sleep Deprivation in the Workplace”

Remote work has become a standard for many professionals, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Success in a remote setting hinges on the right tools and strategies to maintain productivity and efficiency. With the proper setup and resources, remote work can be just as effective, if not more so, than traditional office environments. This guide explores key digital tools and practices that can help you excel in your remote career. From setting up an efficient home office to using cutting-edge communication and project management tools, we’ll cover … Continue reading “Mastering Remote Work: Digital Essentials for Staying Productive”

In the pursuit of a productive and efficient workday, we often find ourselves battling against habits that stealthily sabotage our efforts. From the incessant lure of email notifications to the seductive grasp of social media, these productivity killers lurk in the corners of our routine. Let’s shine a light on seven common culprits and explore strategies to conquer them. Checking Email Too Often: The Inbox Dilemma The Habit: Constantly refreshing your inbox can be a black hole for productivity. Each … Continue reading “7 Habits That Kill Productivity and How to Fix Them”

Monday – the universally dreaded day that somehow manages to extinguish the weekend euphoria faster than a pinprick deflates a balloon. But fear not, intrepid readers, for we’re about to present some useful tips on navigating Monday, a guide on turning the tide and making Monday a conquerable foe rather than a relentless adversary. Rise and Shine: The Early Bird Outsmarts Monday They say the early bird catches the worm, but on Monday, it catches a semblance of control over … Continue reading “Navigating Monday: How to Get Through the Most Hated Day of the Week”

Do you sometimes lay awake at night with a whisper of guilt in your ear? It happens to more people than you might think. We all have an intrinsic desire to be more productive and effective. The challenge is knowing where to start and how to make some changes to start being more productive and effective in the way we work and live. In this blog post, we’ll list 16 strategies you can use to help give you a productivity … Continue reading “16 Strategies You Can Use For a Productivity Boost. “

If you spend any time at all on social media, you’ve probably been suggested and have watched numerous videos about people’s daily routines. Have they inspired you enough to start forming your own yet? If not, read on to learn more about the power of routines and how they can improve your everyday life. The Power of Routines  Establishing a routine, whether it be something you do every day or on certain days of the week, can be very beneficial … Continue reading “The Power of Routines in Everyday Life”

Everyone wants to be more productive. Whether you’re a C-Suite manager or are serving up burgers at a local fast-food chain, being productive at work can improve your self-efficacy and lead to promotions and recognition.  However, in today’s digital world, you’ll encounter dozens of productivity killers every day. Notifications on your phone can pull you out of the “flow state” and uncomfortable work environments can undermine your physical health and productivity.  Fortunately, you can overcome most productivity killers. A little … Continue reading “How to Beat Common Productivity Killers”

Hi, my name is Jen. I’m a real estate team leader, coach, author and agent in production. I haven’t worked a Sunday in five years.  Most people get into real estate or entrepreneurship for the “freedom”. Once you get into the business though, you know that this is a 24/7 kind of job unless you structure your business to accommodate having a life.  I realized my first year in real estate when I was getting calls on Thanksgiving about inspection reports that I … Continue reading “Taking Back Your Time: Outsourcing”

As Beyonce recently pointed out, so many workplaces are breaking the soul of employees and pushing them to explore other options.  What these companies don’t understand is that there is a way that they can keep employees (and as a result clientele) happy.  Many organizations create wellness initiatives to mask the real problem. The workforce at large is overworked, underequipped and rarely compensated fairly. These are all massive stressors. You can have all the mental health support in the world and it … Continue reading “Why Companies Need a “Return on Energy””

A Global Survey of Executives and Knowledge Professionals by Webex by Cisco Introduction This paper reviews key findings from a global research survey across 1403 participants to understand employee and employer key objectives and challenges for 2022. The research focuses on hybrid worker video meeting patterns and associated ramifications. This report documents increasing stress and physical ailments that result from increased time spend in video meetings and investigates possible remedies and solutions. Specifically, the research investigates the use of devices … Continue reading “Video Meeting Fatigue and How To Combat It”