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4 ways to boost low productivity levels

1/19/2022

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Are you struggling with low levels of productivity? Whether you run your own business, work for a boss, or work as a freelancer, check out these 4 common causes of low productivity to see if you can get a boost.
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addressing the stress in your life

2/22/2021

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Stress comes from all directions in life, but sometimes you just need someone to tell you to sit down and take stock of where you are. This post will talk about some different types of stressors and provide a little push to get you back on track to taking care of yourself.
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improve productivity while working from home

1/23/2021

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Many of us have been working from home for almost a year now due to the COVID-19 productivity. 

In this post I'll share 3 tips to boost your productivity while working from home.
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5 ways to train your brain every day

6/8/2020

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Your mind is like a muscle, and benefits from regular training and exercise. Your brain has plasticity, which means it can improve in function as you age - mental decline is not inevitable. If you're overwhelmed by the number of apps available, you can start with these 5 simple strategies.
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learn online while you stay-at-home

5/1/2020

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For those of us already in school or working, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we learn and work - now we do it from home.

But what if you were planning on making a career change when COVID-19 hit? You wanted to develop your current skillset or take courses to jump fields. 

With the increase in online learning as we continue to stay at home, it's the perfect opportunity for you to conquer some of those tasks you've set out for yourself through online learning. You can engage on your town terms, find low cost alternatives, and learn to manage yourself.
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3 tips to revamp your study strategy

1/13/2020

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As we launch headfirst into a new semester, take advantage of the slow first week of classes to make a strategic plan for this term. Think about how you studied for your exams last semester - what worked, what didn't? 

​Today I share 3 tips to consider when revamping your study strategy.
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how to write your dissertation literature review

10/18/2019

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Writing a literature review is daunting (hey, writing a dissertation is daunting!)

While dissertation formats vary between universities and disciplines, most (if not all) require a literature review.  

In this post I'll walk you through my process in developing an organization system that helped me write my dissertation literature review. It's a long post, but I wanted it all to be in one place for you so it's not broken up into different articles. 

First, I'll walk you through my back story in the dissertation literature review process, and describe my overall system of organization.

Then, I'll describe 2 methods to take you from reading articles to taking notes to organizing your notes into themes.

Lastly, I'll wrap up with thoughts on how to continue your literature review in a cohesive and transparent way.

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Back story
Creating your organization system
From papers to notes to topics
​Organizing notes into topics

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achieving work-life balance

8/13/2019

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Having work-life balance isn't just something to think about, but something you should take steps to achieve. Breaking the constant cycle of working with hobbies, vacation, and any other activities or experiences that you're passionate about will help you be happier, healthier, and productive at work. When your entire identity isn't wrapped up in a single job, you build both your confidence and your resiliency.
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3 ways to beat work-related stress

4/8/2019

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You may feel like you’re being pulled in a hundred different directions, trying to balance family life, work deadlines, financial pressures, and personal wellness. 

By identifying your priorities and taking concrete steps to take back control, you can feel better both at work and at home.
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avoid distractions when working from home

1/28/2019

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Working from home is on the rise, according to the 2017 US Census.  From increased work-life flexibility and employee productivity to decreased real estate costs and overhead, remote work (or "telecommuting") offers benefits for both employee and employer. 

Whether you're a grad student like me, self-employed working out of a home office, or telecommuting part-time, you've encountered the benefits and the challenges of working home. Challenges like distractions. 

In this post we'll talk about several distractions you may be all too familiar with, and how to help nip them in the bud. 

Find 2020 statistics on remote working

15 Trends for Remote Working in 2021

With a third of the US workforce now working from home, many have moved to a new city or state - "Zoom Towns". Travel Experts from Million Mile Secrets put together an article on the most popular destinations for remote workers.

If you can work from anywhere, why not live where you vacation? Coverage put together an article to help you decide if you can make the move to your dream city including stats on living costs and your basic necessities, like a strong WiFi signal.

An article from AllConnect highlights our desire to reconnect with nature in this increasingly virtual need, and so they put together a list of the 10 states that offer the best combo of outdoors and internet access.
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day 19: intro to don't break the chain

12/19/2018

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Don't Break the Chain - a productivity system #EpiWritingChallenge
The story goes that Brad Isaac, software developer by day and stand-up comic  by night, received "his best advice ever from the already-famous comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, at an open mic night." ​
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Discussing the challenge of coming up with new material, "Seinfeld explained his method for success: each January, he hangs a large Year-At-A-Glance calendar on his wall. For every day he wrote new material, he had the exquisite pleasure that can only come from drawing a big red "X" over that day."

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day 18: intro to bullet journaling

12/19/2018

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Introduction to bullet journaling for personal and work productivity #EpiWritingChallenge
Bullet journaling has hit mainstream – you can spend hours on Pinterest or Instagram oohing and ahhing over gorgeous layouts.

​You may have even tried bullet journaling – setting up a layout that works for you, integrating both personal and work tasks together, or perhaps creating 2 separate bullet journals.
Bullet journaling (or BuJo) started off as something official, and some people still adhere to the "rules". 

You can subscribe to the www.bulletjournal.com newsletter and get the first 2 chapters of their book for free, plus a reference guide of different symbols. 

If the idea of a physical journal makes you break out in cold sweats, they've also developed an app so you can "bridge the gap" when your notebook isn't with you. 

Many users have developed "e-templates" to have bullet journals on their tablets, using Evernote or Notability.
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Learn about the traditional Bullet Journal Method. *

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day 17: intro to GTD and ZTD

12/19/2018

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Intro to GTD and ZTD for improving productivity #EpiWritingChallenge
Getting Things Done (GTD) and Zen to Done (ZTD) are closely related.

ZTD was developed in response to GTD - there were some parts of the system that just didn't jive with everyone, so ZTD addresses those.

​Let's jump in.

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day 16: intro to kanban

12/19/2018

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Using kanban for personal productivity #EpiWritingChallenge
Stop starting, start finishing.
The Kanban method developed in manufacturing, and if you search "Kanban card" online you'll find templates for little cards with specific spots for images, directions, serial numbers, etc. 

So what use would Kanban be to you?

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day 15: making a productivity system

12/19/2018

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Making a productivity system #EpiWritingChallenge
In the next few posts, we'll be talking about a several productivity and organization systems, including: 
  • Kanban
  • Getting Things Done (GTD)
  • Zen to Done (ZTD)
  • Bullet Journaling (BuJo)
  • Don't Break the Chain

​(Click the links to be taken directly to the posts)
Some other planner systems that might appeal to you are the Passion Planner and Planner Pads. We won't be talking about them specifically but you can click through to the links to learn more. ​

Finally - check out this comprehensive guide on Top Productivity Apps for students, executives, parents, entrepreneurs, and those working from home. 
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day 12: holding on to inspiration

12/19/2018

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Holding on to inspiration for your writing #EpiWritingChallenge
Halfway through the #EpiWritingChallenge, I flew out to Chicago for a big conference.

While conferences can be overwhelming, they can also be a great source of inspiration. 

Listening to new ideas in your field and going to talks a bit outside of your expertise are some of the best ways to spark new ideas.

Today we'll talk about cultivating creativity, and harnessing inspired ideas to increase efficiency and productivity.

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day 5: structuring your argument

12/18/2018

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Structuring your argument #EpiWritingChallenge
On Day 11, we talk about how to strengthen your argument. Check it out here. 
Traditional journal articles have a familiar but rigid structure: Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion.

So, when you’re writing anything 
but a traditional journal article, how do you structure your argument?

If you’re thinking to yourself, "But I’m not writing an argument?" I would counter that if you’re writing something to illustrate your perspective, it’s an argument even if there isn’t a clear counter suit. 

Keep reading for some bookmark-worthy resources and an introduction to the "Print Cut Shuffle" method.


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day 4: you gotta be teachable

12/18/2018

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You gotta be teachable #EpiWritingChallenge
In this age of email communication, the mood you’re in when you read strongly influences the way you perceive what you’re reading.

On Day 2 we talked about scheduling time for writing, and on Day 3 we mentioned allocating time for reading (and for answering emails).


Setting aside time to review feedback allows you to adjust your mindset.

Those changes won’t land like a bombshell on your day, but instead on an open and teachable mind.

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day 3: read before you write

12/18/2018

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Read before you write #EpiWritingChallenge

why spend time reading when I could be writing?

While writing regularly is an exercise in “practice makes perfect”, to truly provide good science communication, you should be absorbing information from your environment, allowing it to influence what you put back out.
Never stop learning, never stop reading.

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day 2: scheduling time and making space

12/18/2018

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Today we're talking about scheduling time for writing and making space for writing - both to improve productivity and to create a new habit. Let's jump in. 
Scheduling time and making space to write #EpiWritingChallenge
Creating a new habit takes time, and with something like writing, it’s particularly effective to take advantage of your most productive time of day.

We often kickstart our mornings by checking our emails (here’s 7 reasons why you shouldn’t start your day with that) but if you’re a morning person, blocking off time to write would be better use of your time.
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day 1: setting smart goals

12/18/2018

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Setting SMART Goals #EpiWritingChallenge
To kick off the first #EpiWritingChallenge, we started by setting SMART goals.

SMART goals are
  • specific 
  • measurable 
  • achievable 
  • results-focused
  • time-bound​
Goals for writing challenges often fall in one of several types:
  • Writing daily (time goals, content goals)
  • Starting a project
  • Finishing a project
  • Working on a skill

You may have an overall objective of finishing your dissertation, or a large project, or making time in your daily schedule to improve your writing. All of these can be broken down into SMART goals. ​
The first #EpiWritingChallenge occurred in November 2018. All 20 days are documented here as blog posts, and have been edited to be applicable beyond the challenge. Learn more about the #EpiWritingChallenge here. 

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maximize your income while avoiding burnout

12/14/2018

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Forever on the go, the topic of burnout has hit headlines for many professions. From doctors working 36 hour shifts to businessmen with a cellphone glued to their ear, no group is immune. 

They say list off all the things you'd like to prioritize in your life - fitness, friends, family, sleep, work - and then pick 2. With a lifestyle like that, seeing articles headlining "How to Actively Invest Your Money" and "3 Easy Steps to Get Fit" probably fall on deaf ears, on the couch, exhausted after a very long day at work.

We all go through cycles. like New Years resolutions, when we try to boost our productivity, even in our down hours.

As we work all day and night, we work ourselves on a fast track to burnout. Exhaustion, nervous break downs, and an overall reduction in productivity and even work means lost income - the very opposite of what we're all trying do. (Make money). 

This post is about maximizing your earnings without contributing to burnout - how? By spending 1 hour of your day focused on it. Let's get started.
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3 tips to optimize your evenings for productivity

10/20/2018

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3 Tips to Optimize Your Evenings for Productivity
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​When you get home from work, would you rather collapse on the couch or do something – hit the gym, meet up with friends, go for a bike ride? Most of us fall into one of these two camps, but there’s a happy medium to get the both of both worlds.
Let’s jump in. 

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3 best (free) e-books for productivity

11/16/2017

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Today I'm sharing an ELITE list of the best e-books I've come across in the past few years. I say elite because they are good. Not only do I download them, but I read them too! 

As the blog title says these are all free. 
3 Best E-Books on Productivity (& They're Free!) // Bailey DeBarmore


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finding your groove

8/23/2017

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Finding Your Groove   |   Bailey DeBarmore
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