Angela Duckworth studies grit for a living. A couple of years back, she gave an excellent TED Talk on grit and persistence. If you haven't seen it, watch the video here. … [Read more...] about Angela Duckworth Quotes on Grit
Personal Development
Dan Ariely’s Reddit AMA Is Full Of Great Actionable Advice
Dan Ariely is a Duke Professor of Behavioral Economics and is the Co-Founder and Chief Behavioral Officer at Timeful, a time management startup acquired by Google. He did a Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) a little more than a year ago. I just read the thread and it is full of … [Read more...] about Dan Ariely’s Reddit AMA Is Full Of Great Actionable Advice
12 Quotes on Focusing On One Thing At A Time And Not Multi-Tasking
The overwhelming majority of people who have reached success will tell you that sticking to one thing and doing it until you reach your goal is the only surefire way to achieve success. Multi-tasking gives the illusion of competence and productivity but it is actually a … [Read more...] about 12 Quotes on Focusing On One Thing At A Time And Not Multi-Tasking
9 Ways to Work Smarter Instead of Harder
While many people believe that the entire day should be spent working to truly be productive, there are ways in which you can work smarter not harder. It's simple to set yourself down at your desk and work diligently throughout the day, but that is not always the best way to get … [Read more...] about 9 Ways to Work Smarter Instead of Harder
Plants In The Workplace Make You Happier and More Productive
According to a recent University of Queensland article, having a plant in the office increases worker productivity and happiness by 15 percent. The study stated that the addition of plants in the office made employees more physically, mentally, and emotionally involved in their … [Read more...] about Plants In The Workplace Make You Happier and More Productive