"Well, I'm writing an essay about the American and French revolutions, and I'm checking my e-mail and my Myspace [account] at the same time - and listening to my music." - Luke, 15 years old An ...

As we enter the final month of a very tumultuous year, many of us are likely feeling overwhelmed by the many tasks we're yet to complete. For some, this may be the weight of unmet personal or ...

It’s not just you—work kind of stinks right now. If you’re struggling to get something done because too many people were involved, getting hung up by emotion and conflict in your workplace, or just ...

For several years, I have kept two to-do lists for work (that’s how much I love them—one just wasn’t enough). One of my lists contains tasks that require deep, focused work and demand a decent chunk ...

What do a constant flood of emails, unnecessary meetings and chatty co-workers all have in common? They are some of the top distractions at work. While many interruptions involve technology like ...

There is a truism among efficiency experts known as Parkinson’s Law: “Work expands to fill the time available for its completion.” We’ve all experienced this: the unbridled project will take up as ...

Here’s how you can build productivity by setting realistic expectations, over-delivering when possible and embracing a positive mindset. Prioritize tasks by setting reminders, avoiding distractions ...

Have you ever tried to send a contract, reply to emails, and schedule a meeting all at once? If you’re anything like me, you probably end up feeling scattered and unproductive. We’ve all been told to ...

Offer help when asked, but do not accept too many tasks at once. Prioritize tasks that give visible results. Small, steady ...

Being driven and willing to go the extra mile are great qualities to have. These traits are especially desired by employers, too. While taking the initiative and working hard is great, sometimes the ...