Freedom Matters · LISTEN: What’s the Point of Productivity? Productivity isn’t what it used to be. Previously, most conversations about productivity were firmly rooted in office culture. In other words, the underlying assumption was that people left home every day and went to their workplace. Definitions and strategies for productivity centered on time spent at…
With his new book Shorter: Work Better, Smarter, and Less—Here’s How hot off the press this week, Alex Soojung-Kim Pang generously sat down with us to answer some questions about the book. We’re big fans of Alex, and his brilliant Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less was on our reading list…
With the rise of the technology-enabled workplace, digital distractions pose novel challenges for executives and managers. Digital devices make it easier for employees to communicate, share ideas, and stay on task even when they’re out of town, but the distractions that accompany these devices cost companies significant time and money.
Have it all, be it all, and do it all. When it comes to work, sometimes it can seem like the only path to success. You find yourself putting in more hours, downloading cool new apps, and doing your best to keep up with social media. Does this sound familiar? The risk of burnout is…
