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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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How to Save Space with Icon-Only Bookmarks
Read Time: 2 minutes Many of us rely heavily on bookmarks for quick access to our favorite websites, but the default settings often lead to a crowded, inefficient toolbar. Fortunately, there’s a simple yet effective solution: removing the text labels from your bookmarks and using icons only. This small change, which I saw on a recent video call, can…
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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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Lessons from a Graveyard
Read Time: 3 minutes I recently started a new hobby…looking for and photographing gravestones. Requests for gravestone photos hit my inbox and, when I have time, I head out and locate them. The first couple of times I visited a cemetery, I had a hard time walking around. There is this strange feeling of stepping on the grave of…
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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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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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Hygge in the Digital Realm: The Rise of Cozy Video Games
Read Time: 2 minutes In a fast-paced world filled with constant connectivity and digital noise, the allure of cozy video games is gaining momentum. These virtual retreats offer players a tranquil escape from the chaos of everyday life, providing a digital sanctuary where warmth, comfort, and simplicity reign supreme. Join us as we delve into the enchanting trend of…
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The Cost of Holding On: Why Keeping a Bad Employee Can Hurt Your Business
Read Time: 3 minutes Employees are the linchpin holding operations together. A team of dedicated, skilled, and motivated individuals can propel a company to new heights. However, retaining a subpar employee for too long can have severe repercussions on the overall health and prosperity of your business. Let’s delve into the reasons why keeping an underperformer can be detrimental,…
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The Forward Email Culture: Navigating Communication in the Workplace
Read Time: 3 minutes Opened my email this morning I find I have some new, unplanned ‘urgent’ tasks. Those new tasks have become more interesting because the email (forwarded) has provided no context and no summary of what’s required. Just as in the past, this forwarded email is blank…not even including a ‘Can you look at this?’ The email…
