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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 Fix the “Briefly Unavailable for Scheduled Maintenance” Error on WordPress
Read Time: 2 minutes Running a WordPress site is usually smooth sailing, but occasionally, you might encounter an error that disrupts your workflow. One such issue is the “Briefly Unavailable for Scheduled Maintenance” message. This typically appears when you’re updating plugins, themes, or the WordPress core, and it can be frustrating if it doesn’t resolve quickly. Fortunately, this error…
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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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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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SEO Success: A Comprehensive Guide on How to Build Backlinks
Read Time: 2 minutes In Search Engine Optimization (SEO), building backlinks remains a crucial strategy for improving a website’s visibility and authority. This article will guide you through the process, from understanding what backlinks are to implementing effective strategies that can elevate your site’s SEO standing. What Are Backlinks? A backlink, also known as an “inbound link” or “incoming…
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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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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…
