9 Ways You Can Improve Focus at Work
Chris Dunne2019-09-12T16:19:18+01:00Focus is defined as the act of concentrating your interest or activity on something. It can be a difficult skill to master in this noisy world full of
3 Simple Principles to Run Productive Meetings
Chris Dunne2019-09-03T13:31:02+01:00"The least productive people are usually the ones who are most in favour of holding meetings." Thomas Sowell In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Satya Nadella,
10 Productivity Experts You Should Follow on Twitter
Cormac Kerr2019-08-29T16:23:54+01:00Twitter is an excellent resource to capture productivity tips, find new blogs to read, or just gather some inspiration to help you be more productive in your life
The Power of the Five-Hour Rule
Chris Dunne2019-08-22T10:47:47+01:00“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Dr. Seuss Did you know that Bill
7 Amazing Time Management Strategies That Work
Chris Dunne2019-08-13T10:42:59+01:00Do you struggle to manage your time and focus? Don't worry, we all do occasionally. Time management strategies are essential for anyone looking to succeed in their chosen
7 Best Employee Engagement Trends in 2019
Chris Dunne2019-08-06T13:15:15+01:00According to Gallup, businesses that have engaged employees are 22% more productive. However, improving your employee engagement levels isn't just about improving productivity. When people want to come
5 Ways to Inspire a Project Team
Chris Dunne2019-07-31T11:54:58+01:00It’s inevitable that, at some point on a project, you’ll have to motivate your team to grind away in order to get results. The projects you work on
The Power of Saying No
Chris Dunne2019-07-23T10:11:16+01:00Can I be real with you for a second? For a long time, saying “no” made me really nervous. I thought that if I said that, my coworkers
Are You Still Using Email in 2019?
Cormac Kerr2019-08-01T11:48:23+01:00If you're still using email for internal communication then I have some news for you: It's killing your team's productivity. According to Front, people spend around 4 hours
35 Best Teamwork Quotes to Inspire Collaboration
Chris Dunne2019-07-05T15:45:18+01:00Great things are rarely achieved by just one person. Usually, they are accomplished by a group of people, and when everyone is committed to the overall goal, teams
7 Productivity Hacks to Use at Work
Chris Dunne2019-07-03T11:12:40+01:00Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt guilty at the end of the day because it seemed like you hadn’t been as productive as you wanted. Maybe you
Why You Can’t Focus at Work
Chris Dunne2019-06-25T13:31:42+01:00C’mon, we’ve all been there. The day seems to drag on and your mind wanders in a million different directions. You might like your job for the most
The Difference Between Work Hours and Productivity
Chris Dunne2019-06-20T15:16:59+01:00The average workday might be 8 hours, but employees don’t actually work for that long. The number of actual hours they spend focused on work is a better
Finding the Best Remote Work Model For Your Team
Chris Dunne2019-06-18T10:33:17+01:00Some of the best jobs I’ve had were the ones that had a remote work model factored in. Although I personally like being in the office so I
The Best TED Talks for Leaders
Chris Dunne2019-06-13T11:56:24+01:00TED Talks were conceived by Richard Saul Wurman in February 1984. If you're not familiar with them, they are a series of short presentations/talks about a wide variety
The Power of Single-Tasking
Chris Dunne2019-06-06T16:04:55+01:00TLDR: Focusing on one task at a time results in higher productivity, lowers stress levels and makes you happier. “The quickest way to do many things is to
45 of the Best Project Management Tools in 2019
Cormac Kerr2019-06-05T12:17:32+01:00In the modern world, managing projects using old school methods such as email and spreadsheets just doesn't cut it anymore. You need project management software to keep up.
Do Wellness Programs Make Employees More Productive?
Chris Dunne2019-05-31T13:21:08+01:00Wellness is the active process of living a healthier and more fulfilling life. Research suggests that when we feel better physically and mentally, we are more productive. Think
4 Strategies for Effective Team Communication
Chris Dunne2019-05-22T11:20:32+01:00Communication. Lots of people like to think they’re good at it, but few people actually are. Being able to truly listen and understand can be a tough skill
What is The Four Burners Theory?
Chris Dunne2019-05-10T13:34:38+01:00Have you heard about The Four Burners Theory? It's a way of thinking about work-life balance that stemmed from a David Sedaris article in the New Yorker. Here's
How to Become a Successful Project Manager
Chris Dunne2019-05-20T16:56:22+01:00I’ve had plenty of project managers over the years, and it’s really easy to separate the good ones from the bad ones. The bad ones made me dread
40 Team Communication Quotes to Inspire Your Team
Chris Dunne2019-05-08T12:37:45+01:00Team communication is a crucial factor in success, whether it be for a sports team like Barcelona or a project team within an organisation. Communication should be honest
Do Naps at Work Increase Productivity?
Chris Dunne2019-05-03T13:15:57+01:00I've just come back from San Sebastian in Spain where the locals enjoy a siesta before 2.00pm-5.00pm. During this time, shops close down, and employees can enjoy a
3 Expert Strategies to Help You Beat Procrastination
Chris Dunne2019-04-17T11:54:19+01:00“You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.” Abraham Lincoln I just finished reading this post by James Clear where he tells the story of Victor