But there are some areas which seem to need improvement by a large number of people. One such area is the ability to concentrate and focus on the job at hand. If you want to deliver good results in whatever you do, one thing that is essential to have (other than the capability to the job, of course), is to be able to obliterate all other distracting thoughts that may lead your mind to wander and rivet your thoughts....
Luckily, we have tips (like those illustrated below) to help keep us on the right track. This infographic outlines nine great tips to help you get the most productivity out of your day. For instance, it suggests you focus on just three tasks per day. It’s more realistic for you to complete three tasks as opposed to five or more. You can then set a mini-reward system for yourself when it comes to tedious tasks....
It’s okay; I know the pain. I sometimes have trouble getting my wheels rolling in the morning too. But, as it turns out, it’s nothing we can’t fix with a good morning routine. Here’s how we’re going to do this. First, let’s divide our morning into two segments: First 45 minutes: things we’ll be doing at home, prior to getting to work, Then, we’ll start our workday with some easy-win tasks and overall good starting tasks that will keep our productivity at high levels throughout the day....
As you can see, American Heart Month has been around since 1963 (51 years) and is even recognized by the president. A few things you can do to keep your heart healthy involve eating better, being active and maintaining a healthy weight. If you’re a smoker, the best thing you can do is quit since it more than doubles your risk of heart disease. If you want to help save a life and continue the “red” movement, be sure to share this infographic with your family and friends....
Then late last year, I read The Paleo Solution by Robb Wolf and decided to try eating ancestrally. Even after a few weeks I felt I was heading in the right direction. While I didn’t actually lose weight, my body shape started to change. My waistline became more slender – exactly what I was hoping for. Paleo, primal, slow carb or ancestral eating, whatever you call it, there are many benefits of eating grain-free....
The New Year is fast approaching. Do you have a plan for your business? Do you know what you’re going to do for 2010 to make your business grow and see your income dreams realized? If not, use these guidelines to plan ahead, so you can make 2010 your year of success! Look back and analyze. First, take some time to look back on 2009 and analyze your business activities....
We know that’s a pretty big claim we’re making in the title but bear with us. Alex Bellos has teamed up with Numberphile to show you the scientific way to cut cake and “maximise your gastronomic pleasure”, because your cake game is lacking logic: So now you know what to do the next time you are entrusted with cutting some cake, and that cake is going to last a lot longer!...
Who is the extroverted introvert? The person who at some point, sooner than later, has to withdraw. An extroverted introvert people need alone time. If you’re an extroverted introvert who examine your life, then you know yourself. You would prefer that the people you interact with, know themselves just as well. 1. You don’t enjoy the spotlight but you appreciate recognition. Going out for social interactions is like rolling the dice....
1. Eat More (Often) This might sound counterproductive, but eating more regularly is actually very healthy for you and will prevent you from getting too hungry which often causes people to eat impulsively. (Have you ever tried grocery shopping when you are hungry and wondered the next day why you bought so much junk food?) Plan to eat a small meal or snack ever 2 to 3 hours, and make sure you include a lot of healthy foods such as vegetables, fruits, protein and food that is high in fiber....
What sets this bunch apart from the crowd is that they know the key to being confident. So, how do we boost and build up our confidence? Fake it ’til you make it. The key to confidence is to be able to act like you are confident even when you are not. How you present yourself is crucial. The way you dress affects your psychological state. How you dress is a basic rule that we follow when we go to different occasions....
Negativity surrounds you in the form of people and situations. You react to every element and lose your conscious response. That repulsive reaction makes you a negative over-thinker! Ever heard of tool to cut the chord of negativity and lead a blissful life? It’s meditation. The state of meditation is a fuel of your inner world for a pleasant sail in your outer world. There are many reasons to meditate....
Writing helps our memory and helps us to effectively convey memorable information to others via the art of story telling. There are also certain words and phrases that do the exact opposite. Also, did you know when given a knew pen to try, 97% of people will write their own name? Read on to find out more: How does writing affect you? If you’re not a frequent writer, maybe it’s time to get those parietal and temporal lobes running and try it out....
How Alcohol Works In The Brain Alcohol disturbs normal brain function by interfering with neurotransmitters. These powerful brain chemicals relay signals between nerve cells, allowing your body to function optimally. Neurotransmitters have an important role in regulating mood, movement, thinking, vital bodily processes, and behavior. You only have to look at the slurred speech, difficulty balancing, and mood swings of a drunk person to see the evidence that alcohol affects your brain....
For the hiring managers, they are an additional resource of information about the job seeker, namely about his experience, lifestyle, habits, and world outlook. All of this helps to build an image of the potential worker and his fit into the company culture. It is up to the candidate whether this image will do harm or good. Additionally, you can look up some tips for job seekers. In any case, it would be unreasonable not to use this fact as an advantage....
How can this be? How can joy cause trouble? What’s wrong with feeling good? Well, nothing, of course. Except that the pursuit of joy (and the fear of losing joy) can distract us from creating long-term happiness and fulfillment. And it can even bring about circumstances that cause tremendous suffering. But how does this happen? In one of two ways: Attachment and Distraction. How is attachment a problem? Attachment can be a problem when it clouds your judgment, preventing you from making the right choices (for you) in the hopes of getting or keeping something that you think will bring you joy....
If you saved $5 a day for a month, you would have $150. With that money you could do the following things: You could buy a new smart phone. You could buy a new bike. You could buy a brand new outfit. You could buy a really expensive pair of shoes. You could pay your friend back. You could buy your books for school. You could have a nice day at the spa....
Justine McCabe lost her husband who took his own life, then started to indulge and eat a lot more than her body needed. Very soon she gained lots of weight (22 stone in total!), much more than she expected. However, at that time health and appearance were no longer her concerns, because losing the person forever who you love the most is terrible, especially when it’s a suicide. Research has shown that such grief can be overwhelming and long-lasting....
Have you experienced speed reading? Do you have more tips? Contribute them to the wiki! This is dangerous because it is a half-truth. Speed reading is a process for reading everything, whereas skimming is a portion of reading at the upper limits of your reading rate. The techniques of speed reading are an attempt to slowly push your reading rate upwards so you can understand at a rate you used to be only able to skim....
Well, funny enough, it’s impossible to move forward without asking questions. How are you supposed to learn anything new if you’re never wondering, “how can I do that?” or “what is required to achieve my desired result?” But it’s not only about asking others. You must also master the art of asking yourself the right questions. Yes, you read that right. The kind of questions you ask yourself can have a huge impact on your results....
Losers say, “We screwed up,” and “I succeeded.” Powerful leaders say “I screwed up,” and “We succeeded.” You have a whole team behind you. If you have success to share, share it to your team, and share it as a team. Do you think you can be a leader?
