New research indicates that a 10-minute nap is the ideal way to recharge our energy and calm our brains. Has the classic power nap taken a Ridiculously Efficient twist? Perhaps. Australian researchers asked 24 young adults to take naps of 5, 10, 20 and 30 minutes and then tracked various...
In this dynamic TED Talk, Brad Feld discusses Theme 7 from the first chapter of his book "Do More Faster." Feld is a managing director at Foundry Group and a cofounder of TechStars, so he's no stranger to a professional's busy lifestyle. Work-life alignment...
In this inspiring and quite funny TED talk, positive psychologist Shawn Anchor shares his views on how happiness relates to productivity. Think about it: Instead of working to be happy, what if happiness was the basis of our life, and thus our work life? It sure would make life a...
Each week, I contribute dozens of articles on business and work motivation-related topics to a variety of Web properties. Here are some of my favorites from this week. * Can Bringing Your Dog to Work Boost Job Satisfaction? [infographic] [PayScale] * Do You Experience Social Anxiety? Research Reveals Influence of Small-Group Dynamics...
Every now and then, I have what can only be called a case of the f*ck-its. I'm unable and unwilling to focus, my motivation and energy are at all-time lows, and I have no willpower at all to be productive. Here are five ways I cure this...
The National Day of Unplugging is a cause after my own heart that asks participants to take a "digital detox" between sunset on March 23 and sunset on March 24. The Reboot organization based the concept on the day of rest in the Jewish tradition, adapting it for...
