Work from home (WFH) has been the ‘normal’ ever since the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak last year. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in changes to the working arrangements of millions of employees who are now based at home and may continue to work at home for quite some time. The emergence of new technologies has made possible working from anywhere for many employees. The expansion of remote work has led to the omission of …
When you have mountains of homework ahead of you, getting started can seem like an impossible task. But if you break down your study obligations into small, bite-sized goals, you’ll be able to work your way through them more easily. Get into the right frame of mind before you start studying, and establish a plan for success. Rather than following a study system that you dislike, think creatively about what works best for you and …
Procrastination is a trap that many of us fall into. In fact, according to researcher and speaker, 95 percent of us procrastinate to some degree. While it may be comforting to know that you’re not alone, it can be sobering to realize just how much it can hold you back. Even if you want to accomplish or finish a task, you’re likely having trouble getting started in the first place! There are several strategies that …
Technology allows us to access endless data and research opportunities. The same devices that help you to learn can also distract you from getting your work done. The best way to stop getting distracted by your phone or device is to turn it off; however, many people use devices to study. Even with the best of intentions to stay on task, we still catch ourselves scrolling through social media when we should be working on a project. We …
Texting is a great way to quickly communicate. Unfortunately, the convenience of texting can lead to a texting addiction. If you feel anxious when you are not checking your phone and need to constantly message your friends, you might be addicted to texting. Making it more difficult to find ways to text, having better social interactions, and building better phone habits can help you beat your addiction to texting. Are we really phone junkies? Phones aren’t drugs. …
