distraction

Jul 01

Frictionless Friday: Eliminate Distractions with the 3-Minute Rule

As I know well, working from home comes with a huge amount of distraction. I'm currently trying not
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Mar 24

Use Routine to Boost Productivity

Some of us reject routines. We prefer to go with the flow and see where our days take us. However,
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Jan 08

3 Habits of High Performers

High performers have certain habits in common. There is no reason you cannot make these habits your own, and experience
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Aug 08

10 Ways to Win at Time Management Today

It's easy to win at time management when you have a road map. Here are 10 things to
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Aug 04

Weekend Reading: Guest Posts 7/30 - 8/3

This week's guest posts focus on the risks of eating at your desk, just how much time you
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Jun 02

Weekend Reading: Workplace Guest Posts 5/28 - 6/1

Each week, I contribute dozens of articles on workplace culture and office topics to a variety of Web properties. Here
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May 29

Do Headphones Help or Hinder Productivity?

Many office workers swear by headphones or ear buds to tune out distractions, but is this practice helping or hindering
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May 24

Autodesk Pipes in Pink Noise to Tune Out Conversation

There's been a lot of negative buzz about the distractions and productivity losses open-plan offices enable, and software
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Nov 03

New vs. Old Workstyles and Productivity [INFOGRAPHIC]

This Gist infographic contrasts new vs. old workstyles as they prioritize productivity. Today's offices are increasingly focusing on
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Oct 23

5 Monday Must-Reads on Productivity

Happy Monday! I've hand-picked five must-read articles on productivity, efficiency and motivation to start your week off right.
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