Here’s how you can take more effective breaks

Breaks are an underrated component of productivity. Often, we think to get work done, we need to work six hours straight. But taking a break at least once every hour can help us regain focus and produce better quality work. Studies have suggested that the best method is to take a 17-minute break after 52 […]

Here’s why you shouldn’t multitask

Five or ten years ago, maybe even in more recent years, everyone thought multitasking was a strength. Who wouldn’t want to get two tasks done at once? The ability to juggle always seemed like a benefit. But nowadays, as more research comes out, people realize that multitasking has more cons than pros. This article explains […]

How to minimize distractions throughout the workday

Whether it’s an email or your phone tempting you to check Instagram, distractions can ruin the flow of your workday. One minute, you’re on your spreadsheet or word processor of choice, the next, you’re watching conspiracy theories about bigfoot on YouTube! If this sounds familiar, then this article is for you. I explain a few […]

How to better manage your energy in a workday

Coffee isn’t the only way to get through the workday. In fact, limiting caffeine has benefits to your overall energy. Alternatives such as better sleep or diet can help prevent energy slumps in your day. This article provides several ways to manage your energy through the workday — without the need for caffeine. Sleep enough, […]

6 Books to boost your productivity

In the following list, we’ve highlighted six great books written by experts in their respective fields on different aspects of productivity. Whether it’s habit building, better sleep, or innovation, this reading list has you covered.  Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones Finding good habits or eliminating […]

How to move from in-person sales calls to online calls

Depending on your industry, virtual sales calls may be your tool of choice or a rare occurrence. But the pandemic has made sales calls over webchat everyone’s go-to. There are benefits to both online and offline selling. Online selling offers convenience and scalability while meeting in-person can forge stronger relationships and allows you to read […]

Benefits of hiring a virtual assistant for your small business

A virtual assistant, or VA, might be a solution if you find yourself too busy and bombarded with non-essential tasks. Virtual assistants are freelance independent contractors that support you in any virtual context. VAs can help with, among other things, Email and calendar management Content development and blogging Data entry Administrative tasks Virtual assistants cover […]

How to reduce your debt

Debt can be tricky for anyone. It doesn’t matter if you have student loans, a mortgage, or high-interest loans; finding the money to pay everything off may feel like a juggling act each month. If you don’t come up with a strategy, things can quickly spiral out of control. Fortunately, there are quite a few […]

Incorporate your interests and hobbies into your personal brand

Selling yourself is about not only your credentials, but also what you're like on a personal level

How to manage your money as a freelancer

Managing your money as a self-employed individual can be difficult. This article will help you find out which methods work best for you.