Is Your Work Meaningful? 4 Ways To Cultivate A More Fulfilling Career
In a world where the average person spends over 90,000 hours working, finding meaningful work stands out as a beacon. Here are four strategies that nurture attention and align work with values — helping cultivate a career with fulfillment and meaning.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
8 Reasons Why You Can’t Focus at Work
Why can’t you focus at work? Attention is your most valuable asset at work — but instead of harnessing this superpower many companies put unspoken cultural restraints on how it is used. Keynote speaker Curt Steinhorst explains how to use attention for greater performance and satisfaction on the job.
How Much is Distraction Costing You?
Repeated distractions add up over time, costing you and your company thousands of dollars each year. We talk to businesses on a regular basis about the dangers of distraction. Today, we are going to share with you three situations where distraction cost companies more than they bargained for.
8 Ways to Maximize and Manage Time at Work
In today's fast-paced, always-connected world, it's more important than ever to learn how to manage your time wisely. If you can't stay focused and productive at work, you'll quickly fall behind and start to feel overwhelmed, which will eventually lead to burnout. Read ahead for 8 proven time management strategies that will not only help you be more effective — but will also help you give your attention to what actually deserves it.