What does a video game like Minecraft have to do with project management? A lot more than you might expect. It is, after all, a game all about creativity and collaboration. And it can teach you a great deal about how to lead, motivate, and streamline your team. Minecraft is a phenomenal game. Who would … Read more
It’s no secret that the success of a remote team hangs on their communication skills. Not only are you relying on everyone’s self-discipline in getting their tasks done from outside your office, but if they aren’t internally communicating your entire chain of command can quickly break down. I’ve been working remotely for two and a … Read more
Dmitry Dragilev is the founder of JustReachOut – a PR tool which currently helps 2000+ entrepreneurs and startups reach out to journalists and get press coverage daily all on their own without the help of PR firms. As an entrepreneur, you probably think more about traction and growth than anything else. However, these is … Read more
Have you seen the classic movie – Jurassic Park? A wildlife amusement park, created to be structured and safe, suddenly turns chaotic and dangerous for the visitors due to small unrelated and unpredictable incidents. Does your productivity suffer the same eventuality? Mine certainly does! I will start the day with great intentions of working through … Read more
Know what causes the most damage to a team’s productivity? Bad communication. Communication within an organization is often a battle. A war that ends up with missed targets, overworked and dissatisfied employees and frustrated bosses. Employees have little clarity about what the top bosses are trying to achieve. What does my company really expect from me? … Read more
With over 2.8 million apps, it’s hard to know where to start. As the volume of apps continues to grow, the process of searching for the right tools to stay productive can be overwhelming. Here are five free productivity apps to reclaim your time and make 2018 your most successful and productive year yet. … Read more
Staying on task and being productive – especially in a work setting – is becoming increasingly difficult in the online age. Between emails, push notifications, and the ever-inviting temptation of the web itself; it can be difficult to stay focused. If you find yourself easily distracted during work time, then as the saying goes: … Read more
Writing articles on top blogs is a great way to build your personal brand. You get to demonstrate your skills and experience and position yourself as a thought leader. But let’s face it. Writing takes time! Unless you are one of the lucky few who can write super-fast, you probably need some advice on how to pick … Read more
At home or in school, it is easy to get distracted when you are faced with social media pings, online games, facebook chats and instagram alerts. No wonder, so many students find it extremely difficult to be productive and focused on studies. Wondering if you’ll ever be able to concentrate and write that essay you … Read more
Do you get easily distracted? I certainly do. I‘m always googling random things and taking notes every time I have an idea. Which is often. However, as a startup founder, it’s important for me to maximize the time I spend focusing on important tasks. Writing articles, working on our website, and creating product pitches all … Read more