Tag: accomplish

Accomplish More by Doing Less

Ask practically anyone in modern America how they’re doing, and the answer is likely to be “busy.” It’s a sentiment—and a condition—that’s so ubiquitous that the asker is likely to answer “me too” with a sympathetic nod. Whether it’s an overstuffed work schedule (complete with lunch at your desk) or an air-tight family calendar that…


How Taking a Break Can Make You More Productive

Ask practically anyone in modern America how they’re doing, and the answer is likely to be “busy.” It’s a sentiment—and a condition—that’s so ubiquitous that the asker is likely to answer “me too” with a sympathetic nod. Whether it’s an overstuffed work schedule (complete with lunch at your desk) or an air-tight family calendar that…


Best Laid Plans: Why They Often Fall Short

When we’re thinking about our plans, we don’t consider all the tiny micro-tasks that need to get done.