Dec 29
Protecting Time to Think
You need dedicated time set aside to think about your work—and that means removing yourself from distractions as much as possible.
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Sep 15
'Me Time' Isn’t a Necessity, It’s a Business Imperative
How often do you schedule and actually take some "me time?" My guess is that for most of
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Aug 20
Optimize Downtime: The Big List of Ideas to Relax Faster
This post is all about how to relax faster so that you can actually spend your downtime on relaxing activities.
2 min read
Dec 01
The Best Way to Reset Expectations and Get Evenings Off
Today's always-on work culture can sometimes feel like we're slacking off if we're not
2 min read
Aug 19
TED's Mandatory Vacations Makes Downtime Part of Office Culture
There are a few times in the year in which productivity dwindles. The holiday season is the most obvious, but
3 min read
Jul 16
The Work-Life Inventory
Being a Rebel is more than just working effectively -- it's about maximizing all areas of your life.
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Nov 22
How to Enforce Downtime When 80 'Things' Per Second Connect to the Internet
Now, more than ever, our world is online. With more than 80 "things" per second connecting to the
1 min read
Oct 04
Should You Eat Lunch At Your Desk? It Depends
In the world of 10- and 12-hour workdays, there seems to be little time for breaks or rest. The once-revered
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Sep 14
5 Productivity-Preserving Perks for Solopreneurs
Why let startups and big corporations have all the fun? These productivity-preserving perks for solopreneurs ensure your creativity and efficiency
2 min read
Jul 29
Weekend Reading: Guest Posts 7/22 - 7/27
Each week, I contribute dozens of salary and business articles to a variety of Web properties. Here are some of
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Jul 23
TED Talk Tuesday: Brad Feld on Going Off the Grid
In this dynamic TED Talk, Brad Feld discusses Theme 7 from the first chapter of his book "Do More
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May 04
Do You Have a Job, a Career or a Calling? Use Your Work Attitude to Boost Productivity
Work means different things to everyone, and understanding whether you have a job, a career or a calling represents the
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