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Stay on Track for Productivity

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Although they bade a not-so-fond farewell to challenges such as commuting, meetings and rigid hours, the solo situation isn’t 100% rosy: It’s easy to fall into time-wasting traps that deplete energy and sabotage productivity. Determine when your most productive hours are and schedule your workday accordingly.” 20 minutes evaporate.

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10 Favors You Can Do for Yourself Every Day

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In my article on ideas for shaking up 2013, I mentioned the dependence we have on habit. The supplier doesn’t like the new product you designed. Do one thing toward your big goals. If your goal is starting a business, but you have a full-time job , do one small thing every day that moves you closer toward being an entrepreneur.

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8 Ways to Avoid Pointless Meetings

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In hard dollars, the price of meetings that aren’t productive is enormous. Ground rules for more productive meetings. Follow these ground rules to have more productive meetings. Tailor the invitation list for more productive meetings. There are other options, though, for more productive meetings. Just say no.

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Top 10 Most Innovative Companies to Watch in 2024

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Photo courtesy of Seed Health Who they are: Seed is a direct-to-consumer, research-backed probiotic company whose products are available for a monthly subscription fee of $49.99. Currently, the company offers just two consumer products; however, the science and testing that go into their products is anything but limited.

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7 Questions to Answer Before Starting a New Business

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Why does the marketplace need your product or service? Know why your new product or service will meet a need in the market. If you have a product or service that needs lots of customers in order for you to reach your financial goals, then you’ll need a high-volume marketing plan. How long will it likely take to get there?

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5 Ways Your Company Can Get Even Greener in 2013

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It’s time to set some new goals, time to make some new plans and when it comes to our businesses, it’s time to be even better about the use of our resources; especially when it comes to making choices that will be more energy efficient and better for the environment over all. Eco-Friendly Ways to Build Your Brand in 2013.

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Does Money Really Make People Happier?

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Learning to manage money responsibly and serve others is like being able to use electric current in a productive manner. But that’s not what the ultimate goal should be; luxury items won’t make you happier—not in the long run. This article was published in July 2013 and has been updated. Photo by @Annu1tochka /Twenty20.