Getting proper rest is not just about getting enough sleep and vacation time. As multi-faceted beings, we have different needs that must be met to function at peak state. Knowing the seven types of breaks that boost productivity, and making time for ourselves, leads to a life of balance and success. (Estimated reading time: 6-7…
The Daily Rituals of Highly Productive People
“Ordinary people think merely of spending time, great people think of using it.” – Arthur Schopenhauer One of the critical characteristics of successful people is that they are highly productive – they tend to get more quality work done in a shorter span of time when compared to the average person. While talent undoubtedly plays…
How to Develop Habits that Lead to Success
“We first make our habits, and then our habits make us.” – John Dryden Humans are creatures of habit. We seek comfort in rituals that free us to focus on less predictable things. Routine gives us a feeling of security and control over our environments whether it be needing your morning cup of coffee before…
5 Things to Keep in Mind When Setting Your Priorities
“Always remember, your focus determines your reality.” – George Lucas When I first began writing this blog post, I had a completely different narrative in mind. After witnessing the coronavirus pandemic that has spread across the globe, causing chaos and fear in every country, I decided to rewrite it. I changed my focus as a…
If You Fail to Plan, You Plan to Fail. Here’s Why.
“Success is the residue of planning.” – Benjamin Franklin The word ‘planning’ makes a lot of people cringe. It reminds them of school timetables, work deadlines, and mundane routines. Planning, in other words, saps the fun out of life. The la dolce vita way of living is so much better. It’s spontaneous, carefree, and liberating….
5 Time Wasters You Should Avoid to be Successful
“Waste your money and you’re only out of money, but waste your time and you’ve lost a part of your life.” – Michael LeBoeuf Have you ever found yourself questioning where did the time go? After a long day, you ruefully gaze at the clock, feeling unaccomplished and defeated. Even though you were busy all…
5 Differences between Being Busy and Being Productive
“It is not enough to be busy, so are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about?” – Henry David Thoreau According to research the average human lives 25,915 days (71 years). A huge chunk of that time is spent sleeping, or at work. When you look at your life from this perspective,…
How to Overcome Laziness and Be Productive
Laziness is a major detriment to our success. It impacts our ability to be productivity and accomplish our goals. There usually complex web of reasons behind our behavior that we need to understand. Learn four steps to find out how you can reach this understanding and what you can do to overcome laziness and be…
How to Make Time for Your Dream Projects When You’re Too Busy
No matter how busy you are, with some organization and self-belief, you can make time for your dream projects. Use these four tips to balance your schedule while making power moves towards your aspirations. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes) If you’re like most achievers, you probably wish that you had more time to pursue dream…
5 Things You Should be Doing to Get the Most Out of Your Days
Time is a subjective construct. Our experience of it depends on our awareness and how we spend the hours that we have been given. Get the most of out of your days and improve the quality of your experiences with these practices and perspectives. (Estimated reading time: 7 minutes) Do you remember the White Rabbit…