#productivity
#productivity

Tech industry

Get Microsoft Office Pro 2019 and Windows 11 Pro for Only $50 Through May 5 | Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs can save money by purchasing a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2019 and Windows 11 Pro Bundle for a low one-time payment. [ more ]

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#writing

Alvinalexander

9 hours ago

Writing

Michael Piller: Write just six pages a day

Writing is an endurance contest, not a sprint. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

3 days ago

Writing

Writing is lonely work but connecting with other novelists on zoom keeps me motivated | Jodi Wilson

When working solo, peer accountability is crucial for productivity and motivation in writing. [ more ]

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#technology

WIRED

1 day ago

Apple

Apple's New iPad Air Is Bigger, Brighter, and Better

Apple's iPad Air features a bigger, brighter display stealing the spotlight. [ more ]

PCMAG

Gadgets

Save 44% on This 1080p FHD Monitor for Memorial Day and Work Anywhere

Adding a second screen like the Mobile Pixels Glance can enhance work productivity and portability. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Gadgets

Optimize Your Remote Workflow with Maximum Connectivity for Just $55 | Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs can optimize remote workflow with the 8-in-1 Tablet Docking Stand, enhancing connectivity and productivity at a discounted price of $54.99. [ more ]

GameSpot

Apple

Preorder Apple's 2024 iPad Pro And iPad Air - How To Get The Best Deal

Apple's 2024 iPads offer cutting-edge technology in a slim design, with an OLED screen for vivid details and compatibility with the new Apple Pencil Pro. [ more ]

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#efficiency

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Software development

A guide to using time tracking software for construction projects - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Time tracking programs are crucial in the construction industry for efficient project management. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Business

How to streamline your business processes in three simple ways - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Streamlining operations leads to increased productivity and efficiency in competitive business environments. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Remote teams

Revealed: Some Drivers Of Employee Engagement

Employee engagement drives productivity, sales, and reduces turnover.

Recruitment automation tools streamline the hiring process and improve efficiency. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Design

10 Best Accessories Designed To Make Your MacBook More Efficient & Productive - Yanko Design

Invest in innovative MacBook accessories to enhance productivity and efficiency. [ more ]

The Drum

Artificial intelligence

How generative AI is leveling the business playing field for everyone

Generative AI tools can help marketers be more efficient and creative, freeing them from digital debt.

Generative AI can enhance productivity, focus on important tasks, and increase enjoyment of work. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Graphic design

Top 10 MUJI-Worthy Writing Supplies You Need In Your Arsenal Of Stationery - Yanko Design

The collection of stationery items on a desk is crucial for productivity and efficient work habits. [ more ]

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www.project-syndicate.org

Artificial intelligence

Don't Believe the AI Hype | by Daron Acemoglu - Project Syndicate

AI's impact on productivity is uncertain and likely less transformative than hyped. [ more ]

#hybrid-work

Harvard Business Review

Remote teams

3 Challenges to Hybrid Work - and How to Overcome Them

Managers facing challenges in implementing hybrid work policies: scheduling, culture, productivity. [ more ]

www.bestproducts.com

Gadgets

Arzopa Portable Monitor Review 2024, According to an Editor on a Hybrid Work Schedule

Hybrid work challenges involve schlepping work essentials between places, but a portable monitor like Azropa's 17.3" can enhance flexibility and productivity. [ more ]

Forbes

Remote teams

Leading The Future Workplace: Managers Must Be The Engineers Of Their Hybrid Teams

Organizations are shifting towards a hybrid work model, where team leads now play a pivotal role in designing and managing work arrangements. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Remote teams

Why Hybrid Work Is Failing Your Employees | Entrepreneur

Hybrid work arrangements create challenges for employees and impact productivity. [ more ]

PCWorld

Gadgets

Get this tablet docking stand for cheaper than on Amazon

Enhance hybrid work setup with versatile 8-in-1 Tablet Docking Stand. [ more ]

Sun Sentinel

Remote teams

Of home work, hybrid or traditional office hours, the last is the worst of all worlds. Here's why | Opinion

Top-down office mandates go against increased productivity and job satisfaction seen in hybrid work settings. [ more ]

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#spatial-computing

VentureBeat

Wearables

Sightful introduces Spacetop G1 as a laptop for the spatial computing era

Spacetop G1 by Sightful is a groundbreaking laptop that replaces the screen with augmented reality glasses for a virtual 100-inch workspace. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

4 days ago

Web design

This 'Office VR Headset' focuses on productivity without cutting the real world out - Yanko Design

Immersive VR for work should allow easy transitions between virtual and real-world interactions for optimal productivity. [ more ]

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#time-management

Fast Company

Marketing

'You're not that important.' How not to fall into the most common leadership trap

Time management is crucial for senior leaders. Simple meeting changes can save hours. Strong, engaged teams are key to effective time management. [ more ]

Grazia USA

6 days ago

Remote teams

Finding Harmony: Tips for Balancing Work and Life

Maintain work-life balance through productivity, disconnection, and maximizing downtime. [ more ]

Mindful

Data science

What to Do When You Feel Like You Don't Have Enough Time

Time management is not solely about having more free time but about how to use the time effectively. [ more ]

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#employee-well-being

eLearning Industry

3 days ago

Remote teams

Compassion In The Workplace: Enhancing Employee Well-Being And Productivity

Creating a compassionate workplace enhances employee well-being, engagement, and productivity. [ more ]

Fast Company

Remote teams

Why your company should embrace the four-day workweek

The push for a four-day workweek is gaining momentum. Reducing burnout, enhancing productivity, and effective management are key to its success. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Remote teams

6 Ways To Promote Emotional Well-Being In The Workplace

Emotional well-being is crucial for productivity and retention in the workplace. [ more ]

ReadWrite

Tech industry

Amazon's robot workforce more than doubles in three years

Amazon has significantly increased the number of robots in its fulfilment centers, improving productivity and reducing strain on employees. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Remote teams

How To Measure Your Remote Team's Engagement

Effectively measuring remote team engagement is crucial for productivity and fostering a positive work culture. [ more ]

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#artificial-intelligence

Theregister

3 days ago

Artificial intelligence

MIT professor hoses down predictions AI will boost GDP

AI may not significantly boost productivity and could widen the income gap between capital owners and workers. [ more ]

Theregister

Artificial intelligence

IMF boss warns of AI 'tsunami' coming for world's jobs

AI adoption could impact up to 60% of jobs globally, with potential for increased productivity but also inequality and misinformation. [ more ]

CEPR

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Artificial intelligence

Should AI stay or should AI go: The promises and perils of AI for productivity and growth

Weak productivity in advanced economies challenges income and wellbeing gains. [ more ]

Inverse

4 days ago

Artificial intelligence

Google's Chromebook Plus Laptops Are Now Even Cheaper and Have More AI

Google is enhancing Chromebook Plus lineup with AI features and maintains affordability starting at $349. [ more ]

Smashing Magazine

JavaScript

The Era Of Platform Primitives Is Finally Here - Smashing Magazine

Serverless platforms like Netlify's Platform Primitives enhance productivity by abstracting server complexities, empowering the creation of diverse ecosystems and tools. [ more ]

Bored Panda

Remote teams

These 49 Products Will Take Your Home Office From Shameful To Chic

A home office refresh can boost productivity and motivation by making small changes. [ more ]

Independent

Writing

'I sold my book the week after I'd had a miscarriage. It was a very extreme time of life because I'd had this incredibly devastating loss'

Overcoming alcoholism positively impacted Coco Mellors' productivity and career as a writer. [ more ]

The Verge

Coffee

Ember's temperature-controlled smart mug is nearly half off today only

Coffee lovers can invest in the Ember Mug 2 for convenient self-heating capabilities at a discounted price. [ more ]

#remote-work

Voice of America

Remote teams

Remote workers quietly take 'workations' without telling the boss

Remote work has led to a rise in 'workations', with employees working from vacation spots without informing their bosses. [ more ]

American Banker

Remote teams

How to form a closer bond with your colleagues when working remotely

Remote work offers work-life balance and increased productivity but can lack a sense of belonging and teamwork. [ more ]

Fast Company

Remote teams

Why you should rethink return-to-office mandates

Remote work can enhance productivity and competitiveness in information-based industries like software. [ more ]

Engadget

2 years ago

Apple

The best tablets you can buy | Engadget

Tablets have become essential for work and learning from home, with the versatility to serve as productivity devices due to operating system improvements. [ more ]

ReadWrite

Digital life

7 Tech Gadgets You Need for Remote Work

Working remotely increases productivity and job satisfaction by eliminating office distractions. [ more ]

Forbes

Remote teams

Council Post: The Path To Maximizing Productivity And Connectivity In A Remote World

Remote work is becoming the norm, offering flexibility and productivity, but requires strategies for connectivity and team-building. [ more ]

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#work-from-home

Design Milk

Design

Bespoke Only Designs a New York City Office Worth Returning To

Office spaces post-pandemic should prioritize comfort for productivity. [ more ]

Parade

Design

80 Home Office Ideas for an Organized and Creative Workspace

Having a designated home office space is essential for productivity and comfort while working from home. [ more ]

Parent Portfolio

Web design

13 Best Entry Level Work From Home Jobs That Don't Require A Ton Of Experience

2020 has solidified the work from home trend as a lasting movement; entry-level work from home jobs offer opportunities for those without prior experience. [ more ]

Digital Trends

Gadgets

The 5 Best HP Laptops for Working From Home in 2024 | Digital Trends

HP offers a range of laptops suitable for working from home, with the HP OMEN 16 being a versatile option for productivity tasks. [ more ]

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Hubspot

Web design

20 Free & Paid Small Business Tools for Any Budget

Free and paid tools for small businesses save time, streamline operations, and save money. [ more ]

Cloud Pro

DevOps

'Context switching' is a major drain on developer productivity - here's how GitHub plans to solve that

GitHub's Copilot Extensions aim to reduce context switching strain for developers, enhancing productivity and reducing burnout. [ more ]

#company-culture

Entrepreneur

Remote teams

How to Foster a Strong Culture With a Remote Team | Entrepreneur

Company culture is crucial for productivity, with remote work requiring intentional management and training for employee engagement and retention. [ more ]

Yahoo News

Remote teams

Bosses mandated them back to the office. They took legal action instead.

Workers are taking employers to court over return-to-office mandates. [ more ]

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Design Milk

Design

Elevate Work Height System Bolsters Productivity With Support

Comfortable and flexible workspaces are crucial for productivity, with outdoor options becoming more popular for well-being and functionality. [ more ]

Fast Company

Remote teams

Why more and more organizations are adopting the slow work movement

The slow work movement emphasizes a shift towards a more deliberate pace of work to enhance well-being and productivity in the business world. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Remote teams

The Psychological Impact of Recognition on Employee Motivation | Entrepreneur

The importance of employee recognition and its impact on motivation and productivity. [ more ]

HerMoney

Remote teams

40 Companies With 4 Day Workweeks And Remote Jobs

Remote jobs with 4-day workweeks are becoming more common, leading to benefits for employees and employers. [ more ]

#mental-health

Fast Company

Marketing

Put your phone down: 3 steps to intentional, productive work habits

Phone addiction impacts productivity and creativity at work, affecting adults as much as teens. [ more ]

Harvard Business Review

Mental health

Make Your Workday Work for Your Mental Health

Create a workday structure that aligns with your natural rhythms to improve mental health and productivity. [ more ]

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Rubyflow

Ruby on Rails

Glimmer DSL for Web Ruby Integration with JavaScript Libraries

Glimmer DSL for Web offers Rubyists a productive and intuitive Frontend framework. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Remote teams

The Future of Work - Are 5-Day Workweeks Outdated? | Entrepreneur

The article explores the history and evolution of the five-day workweek and discusses the arguments for both maintaining the traditional model and transitioning to alternative schedules. [ more ]

Forbes

Design

How To Organize Your Desk, According To Organization Pros

A well-organized desk is crucial for productivity and goal achievement. [ more ]

#entrepreneurship

TNW | Future-Of-Work

European startups

The rise of the 'augmented' startup founder

Startup founders face chronic stress and mental health challenges, impacting productivity and pushing many to consider quitting. [ more ]

The Bootstrapped Founder

Bootstrapping

Dr. Jessica Gold - Emotional Resilience and Self-Care for Founders

Dr. Jessica Gold emphasizes the importance of intentional self-care for founders' success in entrepreneurship. [ more ]

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#creativity

The Drum

Artificial intelligence

How can generative AI tech turbo-charge human experiences?

Generative AI is democratized, serving as a copilot in everyday life to boost productivity and creativity. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Design

Discover HUAWEI's new devices designed to inspire the Creation of Beauty

HUAWEI introduces innovative devices to inspire creativity and productivity. [ more ]

The Drum

Artificial intelligence

Eye on AI - turning generative AI talk to action, to unlock business growth

Digital advertising leaders discuss generative AI and its impact on productivity, creativity, and growth. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

JavaScript

How to Jump-Start Your Creativity When It's Running Low | Entrepreneur

Creativity is essential in various industries to tackle challenges and promote businesses effectively. [ more ]

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#microsoft-office-2019

Macworld

Remote teams

Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac | Macworld

Boost productivity with Microsoft Office 2019 Home and Business for Mac, offering essential Office applications and Mac-specific features for families and small businesses. [ more ]

Christian Post

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Remote teams

Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac | Christian Post

Enhanced features and essential tools in Microsoft Office 2019 Home and Business for Mac empower productivity at work and home. [ more ]

Engadget

2 years ago

Tech industry

The best tablets you can buy | Engadget

Tablets have become essential for work and learning from home, with the versatility to serve as productivity devices due to operating system improvements. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Remote teams

10 Employee Reboarding Activities To Welcome Back Your Team

Reboarding is crucial for returning employees, offering support, ensuring productivity, and showcasing value. [ more ]

VentureBeat

Remote teams

Google and HP aim to bridge remote worker gap with Project Starline

Technologies like Project Starline could be crucial tools for improving remote collaboration and avoiding employee backlash against return-to-office mandates. [ more ]

Inverse

Apple

Apple Should Have Extended the New iPad Pros' Battery Life

iPad Pros have maintained a consistent 10-hour battery life for 14 years despite advancements, limiting productivity and usage potential. [ more ]

#pandemic-impact

www.scientificamerican.com

Health

Americans Are Lonelier than Europeans in Middle Age

The pandemic has led to a rise in loneliness among middle-aged Americans, impacting productivity and social interactions. [ more ]

South China Morning Post

Remote teams

'Treat people like adults': Australia, New Zealand take work from home to heart

Employer-employee dynamics impact productivity and recruitment. [ more ]

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London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Business

Employers are expecting wages to increase by 4%

British employers expect 4% wage rise, public sector median pay at 3%. [ more ]

Truthout

Business

The Era of Lean Production Is Coming to an End. What Does That Mean for Workers?

Lean production techniques have led to increased productivity but are now showing signs of exhaustion and decreased effectiveness. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Writing

If You Want To Make Your 30s Feel Easier, Get Some Help From These 33 Things

Small products with big impacts on daily routines and comfort can be very affordable. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Design

Contemporary Work Booths Serve As Little Oases Of Comfort & Productivity In Your Hectic Office - Yanko Design

The Plenum Cabin by Jaime Hayon for Fritz Hansen offers comfortable and aesthetic enclosed seats for productive and informal meetings in office environments. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Design

Zen garden pen brings a visual and tactile way to inspire mindfulness - Yanko Design

The Zen Pen aims to induce mindfulness and calmness through its unique design inspired by Zen gardens. [ more ]

InfoQ

DevOps

QCon London: Curating a Developer Experience

Embracing Developer Experience (DevEx) can enhance productivity and collaboration within teams. [ more ]

Fast Company

Remote teams

Why having a soundtrack at work could boost your productivity

Tuning into our sense of hearing can boost productivity by improving our sensory surroundings. [ more ]

Amazic

Data science

Impact of AutoML on business efficiency - Amazic

AutoML makes ML tools accessible to all by automating model creation and routine tasks, addressing challenges caused by insufficient skilled personnel, enabling productivity for experts, and impacting companies significantly. [ more ]

ideamensch

Marketing

Shumail Shikarpuria - Chief Marketing Officer at Vitruvian Agency

Shumail Shikarpuria, CMO of Vitruvian Agency, leads marketing operations internationally, combining PR and marketing expertise to boost clients' online presence. [ more ]

49erswebzone 3 weeks ago

From yesterday:
#49ers Gain More Speed With Jacob Cowing

via @JustTheWest | #FTTB

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49ers Webzone

San Francisco 49ers

49ers Gain More Speed With Jacob Cowing

The San Francisco 49ers emphasized speed in their fourth-round draft picks for the offense, selecting rookie running back Isaac Guerendo and wide receiver Jacob Cowing for their exceptional speed. [ more ]

MUO

Apple

These 5 iPhone Features Helped Me Minimize Distractions at Work

Use Work Focus mode on iOS to block distractions and stay productive. [ more ]

#generative-ai

Fast Company

Artificial intelligence

Thanks to AI, we're in the golden age of freelancing

Highly-skilled freelancers thrive with generative AI, boosting productivity and earnings. [ more ]

The Drum

Artificial intelligence

With release of Q chatbot, Amazon's enterprise AI strategy appears to mirror Microsoft's

Amazon introduces AI chatbot Q for AWS customers to enhance productivity and decision-making. [ more ]

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eLearning Industry

Remote teams

The Feedback Loop: Enhancing eLearning Through Continuous Improvement

Creating continuous feedback loops boosts employee engagement, enhances communication, and drives productivity. [ more ]

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