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The Art and Benefits of Time Boxing
Read Time: 3 minutes Managing time effectively is crucial for achieving personal and professional goals. One powerful organizational technique that has gained popularity is time boxing. This method involves allocating fixed time periods to specific tasks, helping individuals stay focused and productive. In this article, we will explore the how-to and benefits of time boxing, along with examples of…
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Choosing Between a Digital Agency and a Freelancer
Read Time: 2 minutes In today’s digital age, businesses and individuals often face a critical decision when seeking professional assistance: should they opt for a digital agency or hire a freelancer? We recently had a client who chose to leave us because of the costs and felt they could get more value from hiring an individual. Given the escalated…
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The Irony of Expecting Creativity to Conform: Why Time Sheets and Standard Procedures Stifle Innovation
Read Time: 3 minutes Creativity and innovation are often hailed as the lifeblood of any thriving industry. Whether it’s the arts, technology, marketing, or design, the ability to think differently and generate new ideas is crucial for success. However, there’s a glaring irony in how many organizations manage their creative talent: by expecting them to adhere to rigid standard…
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Sleeping for Success: Unraveling the Digital Work World’s Hidden Secret Weapon
Read Time: 2 minutes In the relentless hustle and bustle of the digital age, where work is often measured in keystrokes and productivity is synonymous with screen time, one critical factor tends to get overlooked – sleep. The United States military, an institution renowned for its commitment to peak performance, has recognized the pivotal role sleep plays in ensuring…
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The Future Benefits of Spatial Computing
Read Time: 2 minutes In an era where technology continues to push the boundaries of innovation, spatial computing emerges as a transformative force, offering a glimpse into a future where our digital and physical worlds harmoniously coexist. This blog article delves into the profound benefits that spatial computing promises to deliver, revolutionizing the way we interact with technology, each…
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Excluding by Deindexing WordPress Content from Google Search
Read Time: 2 minutes Managing what content gets indexed by search engines is crucial for website owners, especially when using platforms like WordPress. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to exclude specific content from being indexed by Google, ensuring that sensitive or irrelevant pages stay out of search results. Step 1: Access Your WordPress Dashboard Log…
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Algorithm Surfing: Tips for Responding to Social Media Post Interactions to Boost Engagement
Read Time: 2 minutes Understanding and effectively responding to post interactions is crucial for maximizing engagement. Social media algorithms constantly evolve, making it essential for businesses and individuals alike to stay proactive in their approach. In this article, we’ll discuss ‘Algorithm Surfing’ and explore actionable tips for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn to help you navigate the digital waves…
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Dreaming Solutions: The Link Between Sleep and Problem Solving
Read Time: 2 minutes When I was a boutique agency owner, our team would float between many different types of projects, have many late nights and occasionally we would run into coding challenges. As a group we discovered that if we weren’t able to come up with a solution between us, a good night’s sleep often brought forth a…
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New Year, New Inbox: Why January is the Perfect Time to Unsubscribe from Marketing Emails
Read Time: 2 minutes As the calendar turns the page to a new year, many of us embark on a journey of self-improvement, setting resolutions and decluttering various aspects of our lives. One area that often gets overlooked in this process is our digital space – particularly our email inboxes, which are frequently inundated with marketing messages vying for…
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Mailto: and Tel: Links Tracking in Google Analytics 4: A Step-by-Step Guide
Read Time: 2 minutes Tracking user interactions on your website is crucial for understanding customer behavior and optimizing your online presence. One often overlooked aspect is monitoring mailto: and tel: links, which can provide valuable insights into user engagement. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to set up tracking for these links in Google Analytics 4.…
