By Fuschia Sirois, University of Sheffield If you have been asked to work from home during the coronavirus pandemic to help slow the spread of the virus, you might be quite happy about it at first. Think of the benefits such as saving on commuting time and expenses, and being in a comfortable environment. But the home environment has numerous distractions that can make it … [Read more...] about Working from Home? Here are Five Ways to Reduce Procrastination and be Productive
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How to Be a Super Productive Remote Employee
By Chloe Anagnos Remote work is no longer a deviation from the norm—it is the norm, with more than two-thirds of people working away from the office at least once each week around the globe. As employers and recruiters seek to cut overhead expenses, they look to hire contractors or simply send their employees home, contributing to the practice’s growing popularity. This … [Read more...] about How to Be a Super Productive Remote Employee
“4 Day Work Week” Experiment Made Microsoft Employees Happier And More Productive
By John Vibes Microsoft’s Japan offices recently tested out a four-day workweek and found that employees were both happier and more productive during the trial. They called the temporary experimental policy “Work-Life Choice Challenge Summer 2019,” and it was in effect throughout the month of August. In the experiment, Microsoft Japan’s 2,300 employees were given five … [Read more...] about “4 Day Work Week” Experiment Made Microsoft Employees Happier And More Productive
7 Productivity Hacks to Help You Stop Wasting Time
By Chloe Anagnos Though many of us wish for more time in a day, we’re all given the same amount. And fortunately—or unfortunately—many of us are better at maximizing our time than others. If you’re feeling stuck and ready to get back to the grind here are some productivity tips to get your life back—and out of a Netflix rut. 1. Batch Your Time for Similar Tasks Many of us … [Read more...] about 7 Productivity Hacks to Help You Stop Wasting Time