Articles tagged "Personal productivity"

When to give up on a goal—and how to do it

Quitting isn't always bad—in some cases, it can be the best decision. Here are some tips, based on my experiences, for how to give up on a goal the right way.

How to rebuild your work habits from scratch

Need to adopt better work habits? Run your own productivity experiment for a no-shame approach to finding your groove.

Why I ditched my morning alarm clock

All the science told me that my relationship with the alarm clock was a toxic one—so I abandoned it.

Why I combine my personal and work to-do lists

Here's how I keep my to-do list in order to be sure my work and life are productive.

The power of a simple thank you at work

Learn why thank yous are so beneficial—and how to actually give a good, intentional thank you that changes the culture at work.

Are you having a microwave day or a stovetop day?

Know your limits, and lean into them without judgment.

How to declutter your desk (above and below)

I put some effort into cable-organizing and other decluttering technqiues, and now my desk is a minimalist workspace for me to enjoy. Here's how to do it.

How to disagree at work without being a naysayer

Disagreeing isn't bad—it's how you disagree. Here's how to disagree more effectively at work.

Neurodivergent? Why you should learn how to automate.

Typical productivity advice can be frustrating if you're neurodivergent. Automation can be a useful accommodation tool for designing systems that work the way you do.

6 ways you can automate with Zapier's Chrome extension

With Zapier's free Chrome extension, you can automate critical tasks with the push of a button—no tab-switching needed.