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How To Achieve A State Of Flow

Being in a state of flow is something many of us strive to achieve. It’s a key element in becoming more productive. But what is flow?

Flow is the mental state of operation in which a person in an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and success in the process of the activity.

Whatever we are doing seems easier and more enjoyable if we can achieve a state of flow while doing it. It’s more likely that we will achieve this state if we are doing something we enjoy, however I have found that it is possible to achieve a state of flow with tasks that I don’t usually enjoy — like ironing, for example.

I’m really not a fan of ironing.
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Get-It-Done Guy’s 9 Steps to Work Less and Do More: Book Drops Tomorrow!

Mike Vardy 13th September Productivity Leave a Comment

For those that like their productivity advice with a dash of humor on the side, Stever Robbins (best known as the Get-It-Done Guy) has been at it for years. Whether you regularly visit his site or listen to his brief – but informative – podcasts, he delivers the goods with a light touch. His approach is a great way to attract an audience to what some consider to be a “dry” topic…and Robbins does it very well.

We should have a review of the book up soon. In the meantime, if you want to head on over to the book’s social media release, it offers audio samples of the book, an interview with the author and much more. All these “extras” are there to help whet your appetite before the book drops tomorrow.

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Go Home Lassie: Are Pets at Work a Bad Idea?

Janet Martin 28th August Office Life Leave a Comment

What if Lassie came to work with you? She’d fetch coffee, protect you from baddies, and of course, let you know when little Timmy is trapped down in corporate accounts payable. But jokes aside, are pets helpful in office environments?

It’s very clear that pets reduce stress and improve health. Many research studies show that pets lower blood pressure and lessen anxiety. So it’s natural that pets have made their way into some offices. Just last month was Take Your Dog to Work Day, and one design agency, Second Story, even lists two dogs as staff members. Click Here to Read Article …

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Productive Kitchen Gadgets #2: Enameled Lemon Squeezer

Bob Bessette 13th August Productivity Leave a Comment

In an earlier article, I touched upon productive kitchen gadget #1, which was the microplane. In my house, we love kitchen gadgets. There are so many products out there that have sprung up in recent years that can really add to your productivity in the kitchen. It is in this series that I will highlight a lot of these gadgets that can simply make your kitchen life a whole lot easier and more productive.

In this post, the kitchen gadget that I would like to feature is the enameled lemon squeezer. Click Here to Read Article …

Does Value-Based Compensation Increase Productivity?

Peter North 10th August Productivity Leave a Comment

Within the model of value-based compensation, you are rewarded strictly for results. The amount of hours spent or the degree of effort is irrelevant; you are paid only for tangible, measurable value produced, regardless of the duration or difficulty of the work.

For those used to a predictable hourly wage, value-based compensation may sound risky. Work impediments like sudden sickness or family emergencies can show up later as missing money on your paycheck. Most feel that the employer should handle the ups and downs of the business and provide workers with a steadier form of payment. Click Here to Read Article …

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The Ultimate Collection of Productivity & Office Software for Mac

Joshua Johnson 27th July Productivity Leave a Comment

This post is for all you workaholics who use a Mac for your full-time career. From to-do lists and digital clutter organizers to word processors and time trackers, we’ve compiled a list of all the applications you’ll need to stay productive and efficient at work.

Below you’ll find over 100 free and premium applications that will either fit right into your current workflow or revolutionize the way you get things done. Let’s take a look!

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Should Speed Reading Techniques Be Taught in School?

Ana da Silva 24th July Productivity Leave a Comment

I picked up a teach yourself book at a friend’s today about speed reading. It states that with speed reading one can maximize their time and improve their reading efficiency. I’ve never met people who speed read but it seems like such a good idea. If we all could speed read we would be able to go through all of the information we go through every day much more quickly, allowing more time for our work. It leaves me wondering why speed reading isn’t taught in school as a skill – along with algebra shortcuts and writing short hand.

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10 Life-Changing Benefits of the Internet Age

Bob Bessette 21st July Communication Leave a Comment

It is hard to imagine life without the internet. Actually, I am old enough to do just that.

But it is amazing the effect that the internet has had on our lives. Believe it or not, there are still many people who don’t even own a PC – but that number is dwindling each year. It brings to mind all of the technological benefits of the internet age. My life has certainly changed within the past thirty years due to the internet and it’s a fine time to reflect on the impact it has had over its lifespan so far.

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