Indisruptable: The Remedy For Easily Distracted Habits, And Their Costly Consequences

Easily distracted? Me too. In today’s hyper-connected and always-busy world, being easily distracted is the norm, and the costly consequences that accompany it are common. Here are four ways overcome distraction and learn to thrive in an era of endless disruptions.

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The Way People Connect Has Forever Changed

The way people connect has been irrevocably altered. In our hyper-digital world, there is a duality that defines our era: the promise of constant connectivity versus the stark reality of diluted human relationships. As personal connection suffers and digital distraction soars, it's time for a shift in how people connect with on another.

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The Time Management Trap: A Fresh Perspective on Productivity

In the relentless pursuit of productivity, we find ourselves ensnared in the trap of time management – meticulously planning every hour, juggling tasks, and obsessing over the optimization of our daily schedules. Yet, despite our best efforts, busyness does not equality productive, and it’s easy to go through a whole day and not actually accomplish anything . It's time to shift our focus from the conventional paradigm of time management to a more holistic and effective approach: attention management.

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The Great Employee Appreciation Conundrum: 2023 Holiday Edition

We all know that appreciation is a significant job satisfaction factor, but what does that entail during the holidays? Are Christmas gifts for employees the best way to show them they’re valued? What kind of gifts do employees want? What is the golden standard for holiday gifting in the corporate realm? And how do you keep corporate morale up when the end of year budget is tight? This blog post provides a go-to-guide for showing staff appreciation this holiday season.

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Too Many Meetings: A Best Practice Guide for Improved Meeting Culture 

Meetings are still on the rise in 2023 — along with frustration. As a high percentage of workers have transitioned into permanently remote roles, there’s a need for companies to embrace tools, systems, and policies that make hybrid communication more efficient. Yet, the corporate world is slow to fully embrace changes that will improve meeting culture.

This blog delves into statistics surrounding meetings in 2023, providing insights into their impact. It also offers a downloadable best practice guide for better meeting culture to make your meetings more productive.

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Beyond Balance: How to Find Work Life Harmony

People want jobs with work life balance — but what if that’s an unattainable goal? Shifting our focus toward work life harmony allows us to allocate our attention to the demands of our professional and personal lives, while recognizing that the natural fluctuations and challenges of life will likely never result in a true equilibrium.

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Thriving in an Overwhelming World: The Power of Setting Boundaries

We live in a world of abundant choices and convenience, yet most of us feel less fulfilled and content. As a whole, society holds a sense of dissatisfaction, stress, and anxiety.

This blog post dives deep into the paradox of living in a world of “more” while feeling less satisfied, and it explores the concept of setting boundaries at work and in life — how by establishing limits and learning to say "no," we can lead more focused, purposeful, and meaningful lives.

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The Millennial Mindset: 8 Lessons We Can All Learn

Millennials in today’s workforce are often stereotyped for not wanting to work or for having unconventional mindsets about work — leading older generations to scrutinize their overall work ethic. But when we view work through the Millennial lens, a lot is revealed, including insights that all generations can glean and benefit from.

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Breaking Point: What Happens When Leaders Burn Out?

Nearly 70% of C-suite executives are seriously considering quitting for a job that better supports their well-being. Leadership burnout has a profound ripple effect throughout an organization, compromising both productivity and morale — it’s time to address the problem and quit assuming that leaders are exempt from the overwhelm plaguing corporate cultures.

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How to be a (Happy) High Achiever

High achieving individuals are intimately acquainted with the unyielding pursuit to constantly achieve more, acquire more, and become more. While this innate drive has been responsible for remarkable progress throughout history, it also carries a significant toll. This blog post unpacks how high achievers can takes steps toward pairing their successes with true happiness and fulfillment.

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Shiny Object Syndrome: The Distraction That Could Derail Your Career

Are you struggling with "shiny object syndrome"? This is a common challenge that many people face when trying to focus on a single project for an extended period of time. The allure of new and exciting opportunities can be incredibly tempting, but it can also lead to abandoning current responsibilities and goals.

This blog post delves deep into the dangers of Shiny Object Syndrome and provides actionable strategies to manage it effectively.

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How to set up an office that boosts creativity and productivity

Converting office space into a better, more relaxed environment was a hot topic before the pandemic. Now, more than ever, employers have to find a balance between meeting the needs of their remote workers and those who are in the office. There are many options available for office conversion, such as open floor plans, outdoor workspaces, and glass walls. How will you know what’s best for your employees and the company as a whole?

This blog post provides a best practice framework for how to set up a home office or corporate office that promotes creativity and productivity.

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Multitasking is a Myth: Understanding Your Brain's Limitations

Multitasking has become a way of life for many of us, and we don't realize the toll it takes on our productivity and well-being. The truth is, most multitasking is a myth that hampers our ability to focus and perform tasks effectively. This post covers why multitasking is a myth, what the brain can handle, how to break bad multitasking habits, and how to multitask in a way that fuels focus and promotes efficient work.

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How to be More Creative (and be Better at Your Job)

Humans are naturally curious and creative. The desire to explore, innovate, and create is embedded within us. Individuals thrive when given the chance to tap into their creativity, and business success is almost always linked to some sort of innovation. While organizations need creative thinkers, most corporate work cultures are quick to stifle innovation and creativity.

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Where do you do your best work? Using the power of place to actually get things done.

In a world where you can work from anywhere, should you?

Here are four ways that Mark Skeba has used the power of place to improved his own work habits at home and in the office — allowing for deep work, while also making time for other meaningful activities and pursuits.

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Leadership Best Practices that No Longer Work

How do you be a good leader today? Companies that want to attract new talent — and increase engagement among current employees — recognize that outdated leadership styles need to be forfeited, and replaced with new leadership best practices that are relevant to today’s tech-heavy, innovative, and ever-evolving workforce.

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How Distraction Almost Killed My Career

I have ADHD. I flew under the radar for much of my life, compensating for distraction with an outgoing personality. But in the early days of my career, I came face to face with my diagnosis and almost lost everything due to my inability to focus.

Since then, I’ve learned that distraction is a pervasive problem for everyone — and that our constantly-distracted, stressed-out, consumer-driven lives only make matters worse.

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Turn Your Too-Engaged Employees into Great Mentors

Most of us want engaged employees — and we talk a lot about how to achieve a thriving company culture with invested team members. But occasionally a senior employee is so involved that they get in everyone's way. And similar to disengagement, too much engagement is also a problem. Here is how you can create opportunities that will channel their wisdom and enthusiasm is a more positive way.

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