Pursuit of Freedom

Sep 13

Notes Against Complacency: Pause

Whether you realize it or not, every day, you follow dozens of processes. There’s a wake-up process. A breakfast
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Sep 08

The Lily Chronicles: Puppy Productivity Diary Week 1

On August 27, Mike and I welcomed a 12.5 lb. Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy, Lily, into our household. Over the
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Sep 06

Thrive Deletes Employees' Incoming Emails When They're On Vacation

Arianna Huffington has implemented a new rule at her wellness company Thrive Global to ensure employees can fully unplug while
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Aug 30

There Are No One-Size-Fits-All Tools/Apps

The No. 1 question I’m asked in interviews or coaching sessions is to list the top productivity apps I
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Aug 22

4 Valuable Lessons We've Learned From Richard Branson

As the founder of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson is one of the most successful people in the world --
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Aug 18

No More Forgotten-Wallet Drama: My 2-Day Apple Pay Experiment

Earlier this week, Mike and I drove 3 hours north to visit -- and place a deposit -- on a
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Aug 15

This Company Goes Email-Less for a Full Day

Once every quarter, the employees at LaSalle Network turn off their inboxes. What started off as a one-day experiment to
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Aug 14

Protecting Momentum When Your Routine Changes

Have you ever returned from travel, family time or group events feeling drained? As an introvert, I sure have. And
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Aug 11

How to Get Out of Bed When Your Alarm Goes Off (The First Time)

I can count on one hand the times I’ve been late to softball practice, work shifts, or meetings due
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Aug 08

Richard Branson's Secret to Success: To-Do Lists

Richard Branson recently uncovered an old diary from 1972 that contained a slightly odd but ultimately effective to-do list. The
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Jul 31

8 Ways to Have a Thriving Work Culture For Your Remote Team

With benefits like greater employee productivity and engagement, lower employee turnover and cost savings, it’s no wonder that more
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Jul 24

This Mobile Structure Unfolds Itself into a Home in 10 Minutes

Urban living is quickly changing, and even the types of homes we live in will look drastically different in just
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