Apple’s new software update, iOS 16, is officially here, and it comes with a lot of new features that can make you more productive. Here are the 10 features I’m most excited about for getting more done in my life and business.Feature #1 Customized Lock ScreenOne of the coolest new features in iOS 16 is the ability …
Do you highlight things all the time? Do you have your highlights organized somewhere? Can you get them from articles, ebooks, print books, podcasts and even videos? If not, you need to check out Readwise.
...This summer, I’ve been working to cut down how much time I spend on my iPhone. Even in a world where everyone is using their phones so much, I was using it way more. If you’re an entrepreneur, my guess is you might have a similar experience. So, in this article, I want to share some tips …
We tested out the WordTune chrome extension and web editor app. Here’s what we found.
...Everyone has a to do list but most people aren’t productive. To do lists aren’t what they’re cracked up to be. Check out how reverse to do lists an help you truly get more done every day and start crushing even your most lofty goals.
...If you have a lot on your plate and don’t know where to start, one of the best ways to free up some time is to outsource some of your workflow. Outsourcing isn’t easy, though. It can go south quickly if you aren’t careful. This leads to …Lost moneyWasted time (even worse)Massive frustrationBut fear not! I’ve compiled …
Shortly AI is a text expander that generates short, medium or long form text on command. You start a ShortlyAI document with your own text (ideally a few paragraphs) and the AI will “learn” your writing style, topic and tone. In the world of AI tools that offer dozens of different templates and prompts., Shortly AI …
Atomic Habits by James clear is one of the most popular self improvement/productivity books of the past decade. In this article, I give my review, share a cheat sheet and provide my 10 biggest takeaways from the book.
...Parkinson’s Law is essentially the philosophy of procrastination. In this article I explain just how harmful it can be and how you can not only beat it, but get it to work for you!
...One of the best features of Notion.so is its templates. We don’t have to create every single Notion project that we want to use from scratch. We can use templates that take much of the guesswork out for us. Also, we can still edit and customize these to our heart’s content. Here are over 290+ different …
Looking to level up your workspace? These 12 premium desk accessories will take your desk space to the next level. Read this article if you want to have the coolest desk in the office.
...Nowadays, it seems like everyone has at least one podcast that they like to listen to while they go about their day, but what podcasts are the best for Entrepreneurs? I list a few of the best and a few that I personally enjoy.
...Raising your hand physically in a Zoom meeting may seem like a good idea, but you may not get seen by the host, especially in a large meeting. In this post, I’ll show you how to use the Raise Hand feature in Zoom to get the attention you’re seeking.
...Notion nerds like myself love adding some style to our pages and one of the best ways to do that is with icons. The icons provided by default inside of Notion aren’t bad, but they aren’t complete. Here are some additional resources for finding icons you can use inside of Notion for free. A couple of notes …
Descript is an awesome AI powered tool for video and audio content creators. I was apprehensive since I’ve spent a lot on tools for editing video and audio already. I was shocked to find that I was actually spending way more money by NOT using Descript in my business. Here’s the story.
...What We’re Making: A hack that sets a beautiful clock whenever you connect your phone to a charger. What You’ll Need This process can be free if you want it to be. iPhone with latest iOS installed Charger (any kind will work but the one I use is this one and in white)Apple Shortcuts app (free and usually pre-installed unless …
During my highly impressionable college years, I read a book by David Allen called “Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress Free Productivity.” The book is great but there was one concept I learned that when applied, actually negatively impacted my business. The concept was this, “if it takes less than two minutes, then do it …
Guest post from Ian Bower
...Did you know that you can use your custom domain name in Gmail? Learn how to do so here.
...There are two weird looking (and tasting) drinks that have become very popular in the fitness and productivity spaces. I’ve been testing them both and share my findings here.
...My four favorite “quick read” books on productivity and efficiency.
...I took the plunge this summer and bought the new iPad pro, the latest Apple Pencil and the new magic keyboard in hopes that it could completely replace my existing Macbook Pro for work. Here’s what I learned and what you should know before buying an iPad Pro to use for serious work.
...People love to share GIFs. In this article, I’ll show you how to slow down or speed up the GIFs you want to use.
...Morning routines get all the glory but our night routines are just as (if not more) important. Here are 12 ideas for things you can do every night for a better tomorrow.
...Quitting can be a stressful and difficult experience. Learn how and when to quit that job you can’t stand anymore!
...Here are 6 Text Expander Tips that will take you from barely scratching the surface to full blown Text Expander productivity God!
...Truth #1: Many of the popular bloggers you follow outsource their content creation. Truth #2: Buying content for your website is risky and most writers aren’t very good. I like to consider myself the last of a dying breed of bloggers who do write a majority of their own content. I enjoy it. That being said, I have outsourced …
Our society praises the blue-collar work ethic, but at what point can it become destructive? Sooner than you think! Read on to learn the bad habits of workaholics.
...Read this before you block someone on social media.
...Can you spare 20 minutes a day to change your entire life? Do you have a smartphone? If you answered yes to both, read this article about the mobile app habit stack that can change your life in every regard.
...Comparing the 3 biggest names in the fitness and sleep tracking space.
...Learn about how I like to keep my bundle of wires organized and avoid jumbled and tangled cords
...These products (physical and intangible) can greatly boost your productivity in 2020. Start the new year off with the tools that will make you more effective.
...First, let me give credit to Tim Ferriss and Noah Kagan for introducing me to this beautiful concept. Although this it isn’t completely original, the way that Kagan put it and Tim summarized it in an interview featured in his book Tools of Titans was eye opening for me. Here is the concept as Ferriss summarized …
All of the major internet browsers allow you to “pin tabs.” That is, they let us keep our most important URLs open without the risk of closing them. This is a not so secret way to get more done. A lot more than most people think.
...Our desire for “better tools,” can become toxic to our growth in life and business. Read this article to gain perspective on what really matters and why “the tone is in the fingers.”
...More and more people are skipping breakfast or “playing it by ear,” everyday. This article explains why everyone should consider adopting a simple, repeatable healthy breakfast habit to kickstart their day and productivity.
...The first hour of every morning is our opportunity to lay the framework for an extremely productive day. Here’s how to go about creating a routine to dominate your morning.
...Rome wasn’t built in a day, neither is an effective person. Learn the subtle art of small improvements that add up to huge results over time. Become one percent better everyday.
...2020 has seen a surge in people working from home. Many people who were accustomed to working in traditional offices are now in their pajamas and make shift workspaces. Here are some products that will make your work from home experience more enjoyable and productive.
...Chrome extensions are an incredible productivity booster but too many of them can slow down your browser. Reduce this load on your browser and organize your extensions quickly and easily with the free Extensity extension. Here is how I use it to manage the dozens of extensions I use for my business.
...What you do depends on what’s happening around you. Here are 8 ways you can hack your work space to be as productive as you need to be.
...“Winning is habit. Unfortunately, so is losing.”-Vince Lombardi-Habits, good and bad, dictate how much success we will have in life and business .More good habits + Fewer bad habits = More SuccessI won’t insult your intelligence by explaining why good habits are good and bad habits are bad (DUH!) It’s painfully simple.Or, is it?If it’s …
Why in the heck is an article about clothing and your physical appearance featured on a blog for entrepreneurs? I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect to ever be writing about this sort of thing here (or anywhere) myself either. But, it’s too important for me to not cover it. Our clothing and grooming habits have a …
Mindfulness is important for a happy life and a successful career. In this blog post, I share the 19 mindfulness prompts I read each morning in an attempt to make sure I start my day with a clear idea of how I want to handle it.
...There are some things that are so beneficial to you in the long term that spending an entire working day on them in full immersion may be the most productive thing you ever do.
...On January 1st, 2018, I deleted the Safari browser from my iPhone’s dock. I couldn’t figure out how to remove it entirely but I hid it in a folder out of reach. This simple move had a deep purpose behind it and it has helped improve my productivity tremendously… Let’s get into my thought process and why …
We all know about speed-reading, but what else can you do to make sure you get the most value from everything you read? This article shares 12 tips to better comprehend content and read with maximum efficiency.
...Sometimes in all of the calamity of being an entrepreneur, sleep may be scarce or non-existent. This article shares 5 ways to get through the worst case scenario of the day after a sleepless night.
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