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
3 Things That Make People Productive
Chris Dunne2019-04-12T15:27:57+01:00I've just read an article on the Harvard Business Review which discusses a survey based on the behavioural traits of productive people. If you want to be more
The Best Free Team Communication Apps 2019
Chris Dunne2019-04-09T23:05:11+01:00"Communication is at the very core of our society. That's what makes us human." Jan Koum If you're old enough to remember a time before smartphones, it's highly
9 Ways You Can Improve Focus at Work
Chris Dunne2019-04-02T14:35:37+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
8 Ways You Can Develop Collaborative Leadership
Chris Dunne2019-03-26T17:14:54+01:00Collaborative leadership is the enhanced relationship between employees and management. Superiors and subordinates are equally valued and work closely together. Leaders are asked to adopt a more open
8 Ways to Foster Responsibility Among Your Team
Cormac Kerr2019-03-19T11:50:11+01:00The most important thing about leading on a project is getting the best from your team. Everyone working together and performing to the pinnacle of their ability can
7 Reasons Why Your Team Needs Online Collaboration Software
Chris Dunne2019-03-14T16:02:53+01:00"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much." Helen Keller When you work in a team, you're more focused and produce better results
7 Amazing Time Management Strategies That Work
Chris Dunne2019-03-11T13:45:36+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
The Ivy Lee Method: The 101-Year Old Productivity Hack
Chris Dunne2019-03-04T15:00:06+01:00In 1918, Charles M. Schwab, president of the Bethlehem Steel Corporation arranged a meeting with Ivy Lee, a businessman and highly respected productivity consultant. Schwab wanted a way
9 Instagram Accounts to Improve Your Productivity
Chris Dunne2019-02-28T13:36:12+01:00We all need a bit of motivation sometimes... one way you can do this and boost your productivity is by filling your Instagram feed with inspiring posts from
Do You Know Who’s Working Today?
Chris Dunne2019-02-26T15:32:08+01:00We take time off work. That’s cool—it’s part of our working lives—yet in a busy company, it’s never quite apparent who’s in or who’s out. Add a few
The Power of the Five-Hour Rule
Chris Dunne2019-02-20T16:29:57+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
Productivity Software for Small Business Teams in 2019
Chris Dunne2019-05-02T15:27:04+01:00When you're a small business owner, you wear many hats — from day-to-day operations and everything else that pops up along the way including what productivity software or
16 Expert Tips for Success from Tony Robbins
Chris Dunne2019-02-18T13:52:54+01:00Tony Robbins is regarded as one of the world's best development coaches. He has coached Bill Clinton, Hugh Jackman and Leonardo Di Caprio amongst a host of very
Improve Your Productivity With The Rule of 3
Chris Dunne2019-02-20T17:06:41+01:00I went to the cinema last night to watch The Mule starring Clint Eastwood. At the end of the film, Eastwood says something along the lines of, "money
10 Proven Ways to Boost Team Productivity in 2019
Cormac Kerr2019-02-13T10:03:55+01:00"Everyone talks about building a relationship with your customer. I think you build one with your employees first." Angela Ahrendts, Senior Vice President, Apple According to the latest
Tameday Feature: Manage Notifications
Cormac Kerr2019-05-21T09:58:38+01:00Stay in the loop when on the move The Problem: You're away from your desk but want to keep up to date with what is happening in your
Infographic: The Cost of Unproductive Meetings
Chris Dunne2019-02-07T16:54:59+01:00You probably spend a lot of your week in meetings and feel this isn't the best use of your time. The truth is that most meetings are a
10 Ways to Increase Your Productivity in the Workplace
Chris Dunne2019-03-20T14:39:07+01:00Making the most of your time at work is something that most of us strive for. Let's look at some habits that you can adopt so you're able
5 Ways To Stop Colleagues Interrupting You At Work
Cormac Kerr2019-05-20T16:48:19+01:00Imagine this. You've been at your desk for 3 hours straight, in the zone and getting stuff done. It's just you and your work. Then all of a