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Productivity Post Archive
Why You Should Keep a Work Log
Your task list and calendar are an important part of your digital planning system. Keeping a log of what you actually do provides valuable feedback to help you get better at getting things done.
The Right Task at the Wrong Time
Picking the right tasks is half the battle. You also need to work on them at the right time.
Five Email Addresses You Should Know
Can you send an email to remember something forever? Get things done? Read an article later? If you use any of these services, you should know these email addresses exist.
Four Apps for Capturing Paper with Your Phone
Here are four apps to help you digitize paper and get it into your productivity system, any time, any place. All it takes is the phone you have in your pocket.
Removing Browser Tab Clutter
Having lots of open browser tabs makes it difficult to get anything done. Figure out why you have the page open, make sure you can get back to the information when you need it, and get productive online.
Linking to Mail Messages
Is your inbox full of emails you don’t want to lose track of? Link to the message from your digital planning system instead.
Is Your Task List Weighing You Down?
It takes a focused effort to keep your task list relevant and useful. It’s a tool that should help you accomplish incredible things, not a burden to weigh you down.
Keep Moving the Chains
You don’t have to drive the entire length of the field in a single shot to reach your goals. Just keep moving the chains.
Set Goals That Will Take You Someplace
You’re much more likely to make lasting changes in your life if you know what you’re heading towards, not just what you’re putting behind you.
Why You Need a Weekly Review
Weekly review and planning will help you keep your commitments, achieve your goals, and be more relaxed along the way.
7 TextExpander Macros to Increase Your Typing Efficiency
One of the best things you can do to increase your productivity at the computer is to use macro software like TextExpander. Here are 7 ideas to get you started.