Articles tagged "Personal productivity"

The time a dance instructor made me cry

Yelling at someone who actually ripped you off isn't effective because con artists don't care. Yelling at someone who is actually trying to help only alienates a potential ally.

How I use Keyboard Maestro and a numpad to supercharge my keyboard shortcuts

Automate intensive workflows with a few keystrokes, and turn your most common actions into one-key shortcuts.

Hack your calendar, to-do list, and work environment for optimal productivity

I've been on a 10-year quest to find the perfect way to organize myself and my teams. Sure, it's been a crooked path, dotted with wrong turns and missteps, but I've developed a system that works well for me—and taught me a lot about what doesn't work.

Reduce digital overwhelm with automation

While a new app may seem like the answer to productivity problems, too many tools can slow you down. Use automation—and organization—to reduce the noise.

Thoughts on taking time off, from a brand new hire

Do yourself and everyone in your life (including your colleagues!) a favor by requesting some time off.

I work 5 hours a day, and I've never been more productive

Learn why one freelancer stopped working 8-hour days and how they implemented a 5-hour workday instead.

On burnout and the time I wished I was hit by a car

It took a friend getting hit by a car for Fran to realize she was experiencing burnout. Even then, she waited to do anything about it. Here's her story.

Career growth is about more than titles

Recently, I saw a bunch of former coworkers moving on to new roles, new jobs, and new companies. I love seeing old friends take risks with new opportunities. But I'll admit it: this prompted a bit of a reflective moment on my own growth.

9 things you never thought about automating—but totally should

When people think of Zapier, often they think about creating automations for small business tasks. But I keep finding fresh, new ways to connect apps I use every day, saving me time and getting even more out of my life.

Zapier report: Automation makes workers happier—and less likely to quit their jobs

Employees are overworked, stressed, and experiencing burnout more than ever before. The desire to shift where we work is just the beginning—employees also want to change how they work.