How to Organize Your Thoughts with a Mind Map
See the Connections and Gaps in Your Ideas
A mind map helps you organize your thoughts and find gaps in your understanding.
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Why You’ll Do Better Work if You’re Distracted
Staying focused all the time limits your outcomes
“Focus” is almost synonymous with productivity, but distraction will help you do some of your best work.
You Have Enough to be Creative
Scarcity Sparks the Creativity to Succeed with What You Have
Don’t let the default solution be “more”. You’ll deny yourself the breakthroughs that come when you figure out how to do it with what you have.
You’ve Forgotten How to Be Bored and It’s Ruining Your Life
Giving your brain a break is essential for high productivity
Our brains need down time to process, clarify, and switch to divergent thinking. Letting your mind wander isn’t being unproductive.
Talk to the Duck
Let a little yellow friend help you find the answers to the tough questions
One of the most useful programming techniques I’ve picked up is one they definitely didn’t cover in college. It can help you sort out all kinds of problems.
How to Get More Done by Walking Away from Your Desk
Keep your productivity, focus, and energy high
When you’re stuck on a problem, a change of pace can be exactly what you need.
8 Ways to Increase Productivity in the Shower
Be Ready When Inspiration Strikes
Taking a shower should be one of your critical tasks for the day. Here are eight tips for keeping your productivity up when the water’s on.