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NaNoWriMo 2018: 5 unconventional pieces of advice to boost writing motivation when you’re in a slump
Writer’s from Kurt Vonnegut to Hunter S. Thompson have all faced the dreaded writer’s block. So, if you’re hitting a slump in your NaNoWriMo novel, here’s some motivation to help you push through.Read »
Slack and email “cost” companies an average of $28,209 per employee every year
As the old saying goes, “time is money.” And sometimes it’s easier to understand the impact of communication overuse when you put it in dollars and cents.Read »
How best-selling author Jessica Brody writes 4 books a year (in only 2-3 hours a day)
As an author who consistently writes 4+ books per year, one of the most common questions I get from fellow writers is: How do you find the time?Read »
Single-tasking: Why doing one thing at a time is the secret to higher productivity, lower stress, and more happiness
If you want to get tasks done at a higher quality and in less time, it pays to focus on one at a time. So why don’t we practice single-tasking more?Read »
How to find focus in the modern workplace
Focus is one of our most valuable resources. Yet more and more it’s coming under attack by technology, expectations, and even our work environment. So what can we do? Read »
RescueTime + NaNoWriMo 2018: How to write a novel in 30 days
RescueTime is once again teaming up with NaNoWriMo to give you the tools and support you need to build a solid writing routine, fight distractions, and stay focused as you bring your characters and story to life in just 30 days.Read »
Simple changes to make your open plan office (or anywhere you work) less distracting
If we can’t escape the open plan office, can we at least make them more bearable? Here are some tips from top researchers, workplace designers, and team leads.Read »
Weekly Reads: 10 Common workplace time wasters (and how to avoid them)
Eliminating distractions—as many as possible—can have a profound impact on your productivity, output, and mental wellbeing.Read »
For successful collaboration, stop being “always on” and start working in “bursts”
Collaboration is one of the keys to our success at work. But that doesn’t mean it should have all our attention, all the time.Read »
The procrastination equation: How to actually start (and stick with) the tasks you’ve been putting off
What motivates you at work is personal. But it also comes down to a few simple factors in what’s called The Procrastination Equation. Here’s what it is and how to optimize your day for it.Read »