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March 17, 2023
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Jackie Smart

Precrastination - The Evil Sibling of Procrastination

Precrastination is a common productivity pitfall, and you've probably never heard of it. Learn why doing things too soon can be just as bad as putting them off.
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March 14, 2023
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Ben Jacklin

The Toxic Productivity Trap

The pressure to be productive can consume our lives if we're not careful. Here's what you can do to stay balanced.
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March 3, 2023
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Ola Yusuf

How to Beat the Planning Fallacy

When it comes to estimating the time we need to get things done, most of us get it wrong. But the good news is that everyone can learn to be more realistic in their planning.
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February 28, 2023
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Ben Jacklin

Revisiting Getting Things Done

Over 20 years later, David Allen's Getting Things Done has aged remarkably well. We explain what it is and why it continues to be a productivity favorite.
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February 23, 2023
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Justin Nurse

What is Deep Work?

Deep work is a blueprint for cultivating peak concentration to maximize your productive and creative potential. We break down what it entails and how to make it work for you.
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February 20, 2023
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Jackie Smart

The Multitasking Myth

You may think you're winning at productivity with multitasking. But research says otherwise.
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February 8, 2023
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Justin Nurse

How Social Media is Ruining Our Productivity

Cutting back on social media use can mean big gains in your productivity and overall wellbeing.
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February 3, 2023
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Christin Hill

Why Can't I Focus?

If you're often struggling to focus, you're not alone. We look at some common challenges to focusing and offer tips to help you get back on track.
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January 31, 2023
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Christin Hill

Your Chronotype: The Productivity Game Changer

Learn what a chronotype is and how you can use it to boost your productivity.
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January 25, 2023
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Christin Hill

The Proven Productivity Benefits of Undisturbed Work

We unpack why using the do-not-disturb feature can provide a big boost to your productivity.
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January 9, 2023
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Christin Hill

How Your Lizard Brain Sabotages Productivity

There are ancient biological instincts that spring into action every time you want to achieve something or make a significant change in your life. Learn how you can bypass them.
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January 8, 2023
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Luca Frantzmann

A Beginner’s Guide to Productivity Methods

Productivity methods are tools you can use to increase efficiency and productivity. We take a look at 11 of the most popular productivity frameworks to help you get started.
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January 7, 2023
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Luca Frantzmann

The Myth of Motivation

Many of us wait hopefully each day for a magic moment when motivation will sweep in and give us that burst of momentum we need to get things done. The truth is, it may never come.
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January 6, 2023
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Luca Frantzmann

Why You Procrastinate and How to Overcome It

Learn the psychological reasons behind procrastination and get some useful tools to nip this negative habit in the bud.
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December 21, 2022
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Luca Frantzmann

Effective Breaks and Productivity

Taking breaks at work can be tricky. You're on a roll and the ideas are coming thick and fast. You skip morning coffee with a colleague and lunch is all but forgotten...
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December 20, 2022
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Luca Frantzmann

What is a Pomodoro Timer?

Have you ever been frustrated at your inability to stay focused on a task at hand, feeling like there are just too many things demanding your attention, or too many distractions...
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December 19, 2022
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Luca Frantzmann

The Truth About Productivity

Productivity. It’s something we all strive for in our working lives. And, there’s plenty of advice and tips suggesting how we can boost our efficiency and improve our overall ...
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