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How to Focus with Pomodoro Technique
I showed up at a meeting one year ago and realized that I had four Internet-connected devices. Yes, two laptops, an iPad and an iPhone were at the ready, all beeping and buzzing in synchronization with meeting reminders and new email notifications. The craziest part was that thisRead More
Episode 18 – Jason Womack: Work Awesome Podcast
On this week’s episode of the Work Awesome podcast (the first under new ownership, I might add), we start a new era. A new theme will greet listeners as they tune in, but a familiar voice can still be heard as host. I continue my journey with this site inRead More
The Four-Day Workweek: Pros and Cons
When you know a three-day weekend is just around the corner, do you try hard to tie up loose ends during the week so you can enjoy it? I know I do. When you get back to work on a Tuesday, doesn’t the rest of the week seem to flyRead More
How to Enjoy Your Job
Do you get a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach every Monday morning? Are you counting down the days until the weekend? If “TGIF!!!” is your most frequent Facebook status update, there is a good chance you secretly despise your job. I interviewed Joanna Penn, author of HowRead More
WorkAwesome Podcast: Episode 17 – James Shelley
This week’s guest on the WorkAwesome podcast is James Shelley. James is a highly-regarded online writer, offering articles on productivity and time management — as well as attention and willpower. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. That said, James is also a storyteller and speaker. He has spokenRead More
Master the Art of Office Influence: 5 Tactics to Get Coworkers in Your Corner Every Time
Have you ever had a brilliant idea that would clearly benefit your company, but your boss or colleagues shut you down? If you have, you’re not alone. And you’re also likely violating some simple cardinal rules. Disobey them and getting the world on your side is near impossible. Abide byRead More
Desk Fitness: A Series of 11 Simple Stretches
I spend an ungodly amount of time at my desk, staring at my large screen iMac. My body gets stiff, and sometimes numb. To help my muscles out, I frequently stretch at my desk. It not only makes my body feel better, but it gives my mind a break. IfRead More