Work Productivity

Modern knowledge workers communicate constantly. Their days are defined by a relentless barrage of incoming messages and back-and-forth digital conversations - a state of constant, anxious chatter in which nobody can disconnect, and so nobody has the cognitive bandwidth to perform substantive work. There was a time when tools like email felt cutting edge, but a thorough review of current evidence reveals that the "hyperactive hive mind" workflow they helped create has become a productivity disaster, reducing profitability and perhaps even slowing overall economic growth.

The Effective CEO 2.0: Take Back Control of Your Time, Focus, and Leadership You didn’t become a CEO to spend your days drowning in meetings, emails, and fires. But if you’re like most leaders I work with, your schedule owns you, instead of the other way around. The Effective CEO 2.0 is your step-by-step guide to reclaim your time, sharpen your focus, and become the strategic, confident leader your business needs. Whether you’re stuck in the weeds, constantly reacting to problems, or looking back on “busy” weeks wondering what you actually accomplished, this book will show you a ...

How can hypnosis help you be more productive? It will take you into a deeply relaxed state. Powerful hypnotic suggestions will take you deep into your inner core and can work directly with your unconscious to reprogram your negative messages and install empowering positive messages. We even included subliminal affirmations that will allow you to easily begin to discern what really matters in your daily activities and ensure that this is what gets done.

Francesco Cirillo developed his famed system for improving productivity as a college student 30 years ago. Using a kitchen timer shaped like a pomodoro (Italian for tomato), Cirillo divided the time he spent working on a project into 25-minute intervals, with 5-minute breaks in between, in order to get more done, without interruptions. By grouping a number of pomodoros together, users can tackle a project of any length, and drastically improve their productivity, enhance their focus, and better achieve their goals.

Working harder is failing you. Entrepreneurs are working harder than ever, with almost half working 50 hours a week or more, swapping quality time with our families for long hours in our offices. The problem is, it isn't working. Despite the sacrifices, less than a third of businesses started today will survive long enough to see their 10th birthday. In The Hard Work Myth, you'll discover why working harder is a waste of time and learn the simple but high impact techniques used by some of the world's most successful entrepreneurs to achieve more, without working harder.

Simple Positive Routines To Change Your Life For The Better - Permanently Do you end each day with a stack of tasks that never seems to decrease? With so much to do every single day, many of us find ourselves wishing for an extra hour or two. Why can’t each day have 26 hours instead? Perhaps you’d use those extra hours to catch up on sleep. Or visit with friends and family that you have had to neglect because work is consuming more and more time. Yet after a long, tiring day at work most of us don’t have the energy to do the things we know we should, but don’t. But don’t worry –...

Work Smart Do More is the time management book for CEOs and leaders looking for proven, successful ways to increase productivity and create a winning culture.

In the fast-paced world of finance, time is your most valuable asset—yet it's often the most mismanaged. Deadlines, reporting cycles, and constant regulatory demands can leave you feeling overwhelmed, leading to missed opportunities, errors, and burnout. But what if you could transform your approach to time management and unlock the full potential of your career? Stop Wasting Time is your blueprint for mastering time management, enhancing decision-making, and boosting productivity. This practical guide offers actionable strategies tailored specifically for finance professionals, showing ...

As many have discovered during the COVID-19 pandemic, working from home certainly has its perks. From the easy (non)commute to your computer to the extra time you can spend with your family and pets to the benefits of customizing your environment to your own personal needs, many are continuing to enjoy the work-from-home lifestyle. But it also comes with its challenges. How do you avoid distractions around your home? How can you remain as productive as you are in the office? That’s where Work-from-Home Hacks comes in to help!

If you listen to nothing else on performing at your highest level, listen to these ten articles. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you focus on what matters, manage your energy and attention, and achieve remarkable results. This book will inspire you to improve on your weaknesses, not just your strengths; rise above the pack; take care of your physical health for sustained mental performance; understand what motivates you; use short-term goals to achieve long-term aspirations; and inspire others.

In business, the advice to “be proactive” is repeated like a sacred mantra. And yet, no one ever bothers to explain exactly what that means or how to do it…until now. The Proactive Professional reveals all the missing pieces of the proactivity puzzle and offers a step-by-step actionable framework for becoming proactive at work and in life. In these pages, you will discover: • The 6 essential cognitive and behavioral skills that define The Proactivity Skillset. • Simple proactivity principles and practices you can implement immediately to feel more in control of your work. • How ...

Unlock Your Potential with Holistic Time Management! Are you overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? Struggling to find balance between work, self-care, and personal growth? "The Mindful Scheduler" is your essential guide to mastering time management through a holistic lens. In this transformative eBook, you will discover practical strategies to reclaim your time and enhance your well-being. Learn how to set clear intentions, prioritize effectively, and cultivate mindfulness in your daily routine. With proven techniques like the SMART goals framework and the time blocking method, ...

The world of business is changing. Productivity and effective leadership are precious commodities. The right strategies for achieving optimal performance are essential. Now, with the help of this new book, Fitness Powered Brains, you can improve productivity, performance and leadership. Inside, you will discover a new concept which will help to simplify the complex scientific ideas of the great benefits of exercise on our brains and how: Exercise can improve work performance You can reduce stress To enjoy your work once again, while accomplishing more Just 10 minutes of walking can make ...

Do you want to discover the must-have project management hacks to achieve more success and master every area of your life? If you’ve ever experienced project failure at home, work or even with your hobbies, you’re not alone. The truth is, project management isn’t easy. And it’s important to remember that this is not your fault! But becoming a successful project manager doesn’t happen by luck...you have to take action. And that’s how Project Management for Beginners will empower you.

We’re all familiar with the signs that things are getting out of hand. The week has barely started and already you’re playing catch-up. At the end of another busy day, your to-do list is longer than it was that morning, your inbox overflowing with other people’s asks. At times like those, no matter how hard we work, it can feel like we’re spinning our wheels.

How do you become a better manager? What are the most important things you should do to get the most from your work force? Can you operate a virtual office? What should you consider when hiring from competition? This is one of a series of eight short, easy to read books from the Small Business Success Collection, containing actionable insights from Dave Berkus, nationally recognized successful entrepreneur, angel investor and board member, serving over forty companies. Dave tells stories of successes and failures - of strategies that worked, and those that didn’t. He offers his insights ...

Do you feel like you’re always busy but never progressing? Unchain yourself from the grip of delay and dive into "Time Management for Procrastinators," the essential guide for those constantly postponing tasks and grappling with the elusive tick-tock of the clock. This transformative book exposes the root causes of procrastination and arms you with practical strategies. Reclaim your work-life balance.

Unlock your company's true potential by eliminating knowledge work waste that's hiding in plain sight.

In A Minute to Think, Juliet Funt, a globally recognized warrior in the battle against busyness, provides a powerful guide that will give you the permission, framework, and specific direction you need.

Are you struggling to balance your work and personal life while working remotely? Do you feel burnt out and disconnected from your friends and family? In "Remote Working Without Burning Out," you'll learn practical strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance while working from home. Through a combination of expert advice and real-life examples, this book teaches you how to set boundaries, prioritize self-care, and stay connected to your loved ones while working remotely. You'll learn how to create a healthy home office setup, establish routines that work for you, and stay ...