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Some lessons I have learned from working from home

Apr 1, 2020Paul LeenardsDigital Organization, Observations, Workplace DevelopmentProductivity, Working from home

I was hoping to attend a virtual seminar tonight, but the message “The room is full, unable to login” spoiled my potential fun. With the whole world trying to video conference from their kitchen table or attic, the systems are struggling to handle the load. My LinkedIn and Facebook timelines are filled with people presenting tips and how-tos on online collaboration, and of course, promoting their favorite tools and apps. Let’s zoom in on my blue jeans and hangout to get teams working Online Meetings I don’t really want to discuss the best communication and video conference solution, as there are already plenty of useful suggestions available from experts in…

The Ideal Workweek, According to Science

May 17, 2017Digital CuratorDigital OrganizationProductivity

Sigmund Freud’s alarm rang at 7 a.m. each morning. He took one hour to trim his beard and eat a light breakfast before seeing his first patient at eight.

HBR: Bad Writing Is Destroying Your Company’s Productivity

Sep 6, 2016Digital CuratorDigital OrganizationHarvard Business Review, Productivity

Manager and professionals spend a lot of time on reading e-mails, proposals and other forms of communication. When these are written in an ambiguous and confusing way it creates only more work.

Fast Company : 5 Things You Can Do At Home To Improve Your Life At Work

Aug 26, 2016Digital CuratorDigital OrganizationProductivity

There are several things you can do before you go to work or when you come home that would help you deal better with your work and become more productive

The top killer of productivity in the office

Aug 16, 2016Paul LeenardsDigital Organization, Organize, Smart Workplace DesignProductivity

Distractions are the #1 killer of productivity in the office, it prevents professionals for getting work done. Not being able to focus has a negative effect on the cognitive skills of workers. Organizations can create a productive environment for professionals using technology and smart building perspectives

IIDA : The power to be productive

Jul 1, 2016Digital CuratorDigital Organization, Smart Workplace DesignProductivity

What elements of workplace design can help increase productivity and efficiency?

Associations Now : Does a WELL-designed office boost productivity?

Jun 30, 2016Digital CuratorSmart Workplace DesignProductivity

The physical office can both help and hinder productivity of the workers. Which design principles will help create a better environment to perform?

Knowledge@Wharton : Can ‘Deep Work’ Really Work for You?

Jun 8, 2016Digital CuratorDigital Organization, Smart Workplace DesignDeep Work, Productivity

Focus and attention are required to get ‘deep work’ done. For a lot of workers the circumstances are not favorable.

ToDoist : Read Less. Learn More.

Apr 25, 2016Digital CuratorDigital Society, Long ReadProductivity

Technology can help you read more in less time. The question is if that is actually helpful or are these innovations hurting your comprehension?

Nicholas Carr: Does the Internet Make You Dumber?

Jun 5, 2010Paul LeenardsDigital Society, Digital Strategy, Long ReadProductivity

The Internet is a valuable source of information. According to Nicholas Carr there is a dark side: the Internet makes us dumber and unable to think deeply.