Articles tagged "Personal productivity"

3 Process Roadblocks and How to Steer Around Them

Not many people get excited when talking about process. But while things like workflows and standard operating procedures might not seem particularly flashy or thrilling, we all reap the benefits of a reliable process.

How to Read 50 Books a Year

Over the years, I’ve developed a system that lets me read somewhere between 40-50 books per year. This system doesn’t require a massive amount of time or brainpower, both of which I lack.

Quality Over Quantity: An Interview With GTD's David Allen

Author and consultant David Allen first published his hallmark book Getting Things Done in 2001, and it's still relevant today. It's part manifesto and part tutorial with explicit instructions for how to go about getting things done.

What Productivity Means: An Interview With Author Chris Bailey

What do we gain by slowing down and not working? According to Chris Bailey, the answer is potentially a more productive life.

Why We're Bad at Estimating Time (and What to Do About It)

Over the last three years, I've painted five rooms in my house. The first room I painted was my bedroom, and I was convinced that I'd have the task finished in a weekend. A month later, I applied the finishing touches.

Don't Repeat Yourself: Get More Done with the DRY Principle

We've all nodded along when someone says we need to work smarter, not harder. But what does that mean, in practical terms? Computer programmers have an answer with a concept they use to write more efficient code: Don't Repeat Yourself (DRY).

The Decision Matrix: Make Better Decisions With This Spreadsheet Template

Your days are filled with decisions you have to make, from small ones like deciding what to eat for dinner to life-changing ones like deciding where to live.

4 Common Problems Caused by Collaboration (and How to Fix Them)

"Collaboration" is a hot word in the business world. Our software is collaborative. Our open office plans are designed to encourage communication and collaboration, for better or worse.

Cognitive Bias: How Your Mind Plays Tricks on You and How to Overcome That at Work

Last year, your company rolled out a new product. It hasn't gained any traction. And yet, you're still putting time, money, and sweat into the failing proposition. "We can't quit now. We've already invested so much.

9 Online Learning Platforms for Quality Professional Development

Professional development is more than just a job perk—it's a job requirement. In order to learn the newest technologies and best practices, you need to keep up with the latest developments in your field.