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How to Use Technology to Boost Your Productivity
A plain-language look at which digital tools tend to help with daily work, such as calendars, reminders, notes and automation, and when tech just adds clutter.
Workspaces, Tools and Roles
Home workspaces, email habits and the technology that supports them.
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A plain-language look at which digital tools tend to help with daily work, such as calendars, reminders, notes and automation, and when tech just adds clutter.
How to find and define a work spot in a small or shared home, from a corner or table to boundaries with housemates and ways to handle household noise.
General guidance for a dedicated home office room: desk and chair ergonomics, lighting, storage and cable tidiness to keep you comfortable through the workday.
Practical email inbox management: checking mail at set times, sorting messages, using folders and templates, and getting an overloaded inbox down to a manageable size.
Five features to look for in Android productivity apps, including widgets, notification control and sync, described by function so you can choose what fits.
Five things to look for in iPhone productivity apps, from built-in features and shortcuts to focus modes, explained by function instead of brand name.
Five types of app a small business often needs, including invoicing, scheduling, team messaging and project tracking, described generically with no brand names.
Five kinds of productivity app, task, notes, calendar, focus timer and habit tracker, described by what they do, plus ways to avoid app overload.
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